A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2991 Marcus met her gaze silently, leaving a tense moment hanging between them.

Julie was on the verge of delivering more harsh warnings when Marcus opened his car trunk to reveal a large box filled with the kind of mech toys any boy would adore.

He also handed Julie a kraft paper bag, which, to her astonishment, contained half a million dollars in cash.

Julie's eyes widened as she sifted through the bills, but then she fixed Marcus with a defiant look. “This money won't sway me,” she declared.

Marcus simply suggested, “Use it to buy Matthew something he likes,” his smile unfaltering.

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Matthew for now. “It's indeed your duty to support your son,” she countered, her tone firm yet concerned for Melissa's welfare.

With the unexpected windfall, Julie's thoughts turned to buying Melissa a car, having previously eyed a nice BMW that she believed would suit Melissa.

After all, Melissa had given Marcus a son. A car seemed a small recompense.

As Marcus prepared to leave, content that Julie had accepted his offer, she tapped on his car window, her voice tinged with uncertainty. “Melissa doesn't know about this, does she?” His faint smile offered her a measure of reassurance, though her feelings remained mixed.

Once Marcus had departed, Julie, armed with the toy and the cash, swung by the nearby grocery store and bought a five-pound fresh mutton, She then set about stewing it, filling the house with its inviting aroma.

Matthew was thrilled with his new toy, his delight evident as he played.

(Eagles) Mech toys were a hit with boys, after all.

Melissa returned home around eight to the welcoming scent of mutton stew.

“Did you make mutton stew today?” she inquired, swapping her shoes for house slippers.

Adorned in her apron and wielding a ladle, Julie beamed.

“I'had a bit of luck with the lottery today. With the snow and the chill, I thought some mutton stew would be perfect. I've even added carrots for extra flavor. Make sure to have a little extra.” Carrots.

Melissa's heart sank. She wasn't fond of them. Yet Julie, caught up in her excitement, seemed oblivious to this preference, eagerly serving a plate to Melissa.

“Give it a try," Julie urged, hopeful.

Facing the carrots in her plate, Melissa couldn't shake thoughts of Marcus, reflecting on their conversation earlier that day, hoping he would finally leave her in peace.

Melissa paused, her thoughts interrupted by Matthew's joyous consumption of his small bowl of mutton stew.

She nearly spoke up but decided against it at the last moment.

Julie offered a comforting smile. “Enjoy your dinner first. We can talk later.”

Chapter 2992 She then whispered to Melissa, cautioning her not to let Matthew overhear, praising the boy's keen intelligence.

Melissa's smile, in response, sparked a suspicion in Julie.

She speculated that Melissa must have encountered Marcus several times already upon her return to Duefron, given her distracted demeanor.

After the meal, Matthew retreated to his room, engrossed in his new toy, while Julie cleaned up the table.

Later, she brought a paper bag filled with cash to Melissa's room, finding her fresh from a shower and drying her hair.

The bag contained a significant sum, easily totaling four or five hundred thousand dollars.

“Julie, how did you come by such an amount?” Melissa inquired, puzzled.

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Julie glanced at a medical record on the dressing table before answering nonchalantly. “Told you I got lucky and won a small Lottery prize! You know, if you had a car, you might not have caught that cold— And now that you're working for someone as important as Mr. Waston, it seems odd to take public transportation every day. I thought you might use this money to buy a car.” Melissa set the towel aside, considering the money.

With her own savings, the combined sum was indeed enough for a nice car. However, she decided it was time to share her real thoughts with Julie.

Looking up, Melissa spoke softly. “Julie, I'm thinking of returning to Heron, where our headquarters is." Julie, taken aback, sought clarity.

“Why the sudden move? You've just bought this nice apartment, and Matthew is about to start kindergarten. Is this about Mr. Fowler?” Eagles.

She hoped Marcus hadn't revived old troubles, given his outward decency.

Melissa found herself too mortified to discuss Marcus’ actions, while Julie maintained an air of obliviousness, feigning ignorance to the undercurrents of Melissa's dilemma.

Taking a moment to gather her thoughts, Julie continued, “You're just starting to establish your career here. Moving back to Heron means starting anew. Without Mr. Waston's support, it's unlikely the work environment there will match what you have in Duefron. I think you need to give it some serious thought.” Melissa presumed Julie had just grown comfortable with life in Duefron and was resistant to change environment.

She nodded in understanding. “I'l reconsider it, I promise!” She tried to give the money back to Julie, but Julie insisted, “Please, hold onto it for me. My day-to-day expenses are minimal, mostly just groceries. And well- If he discovers I have this money, it'll all be wasted.” Julie was referring to her son, Shawn Wilson, who, much like his father, had fallen prey to gambling.

Julie's husband had squandered their finances on gambling, and her son had followed in his footsteps. Despite his faults, he had always treated Melissa and Matthew kindly though. Julie's concern was evident as she worried about her son discovering the money.

Melissa pondered before responding, “I'l keep the money safe for you.

Perhaps, if your son overcomes his gambling habit, this could be his chance to start a small business.” Julie's greatest worry was indeed her son.

Chapter 2993 Yet, she couldn't take Marcus’ money to help her own son, and sadly she couldn't reveal that part to Melissa.

Claiming fatigue, Julie excused herself to sleep, leaving Melissa to secure the money and drop the subject.

As Melissa prepared for bed, Matthew, her little boy, approached with a pillow in hand.

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Despite being almost three, he was smaller than other children his age. He snuggled into Melissa's embrace, his presence a reminder of her hesitation to risk exposing him to her cold.

She considered moving him to Julie's room, but his pleading eyes melted her resolve.

“Matthew wants to stay with Mommy tonight,” the boy pleaded.

Overwhelmed by tenderness, Melissa relented, and as they lay in the darkened room, she felt an enveloping warmth. She introduced the topic of Heron to Matthew, describing it as a bustling city, wondering if he'd be open to relocating.

Eagles.

‘bustling’ mean?” Matthew's curiosity was evident

filled with people, cars, and towering buildings,” Melissa explained, painting a picture

blinked with confusion. “Duefron has lots of cars and people too, and I really like it here. Plus, we get snow in the

Matthew wished to leave

not shown up for the next few days, seemed

bank account in Julie's name and instead used her own

went to collect it, Matthew's excitement was palpable, his joy bouncing around the car's back seat. Julie, equally impressed,

deserves nothing Less.” Celebrating the new purchase, Melissa treated them to dinner at an upscale restaurant, sharing promising

work. This could mean a salary hike, and possibly, a move to a larger house with enough room for each of us.” Julie's smile couldn't have been broader at the

Plus, Matthew and I seldom dine in places this grand. What if we make a fool of ourselves?” Melissa reassured them

Matthew some table manners required last night.” Matthew, puffing up with pride, assured, “Yes!

help.” With a reluctant shake of

rush, where they found themselves amidst a crowd, including Alexis

2994 The manager, struggling to accommodate their super VIP gift card during such a

hesitation, Alexis’ gaze fell on a little boy with

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younger son, bearing a resemblance so strong they could be mistaken for

attention shifting to Julie, who was

the Fowler family, of all people, had Julie in a

by Matthew's aunt, she found herself nervously avoiding Alexis’ steady gaze, her

aback, maintained her composure, a trait of the Fowler lineage. She crouched to

“Hello, what's your name, little one?” “I'm Matthew Brown,” he replied with the

that

rose, extending an invitation to Julie. “I have a large table, room enough for all of us. My daughter is here too; the children might enjoy each other's company.” Evelyn's observation added a layer of intrigue.

a striking resemblance to him." She proceeded to show Julie photos of Daniel on her phone, suggesting, “Look at them. Wouldn't you agree they could pass as brothers?” The conversation overwhelmed Julie, her

remarked to the manager about the room's temperature, to which he

Julie agreed to share

photo of the pair and shared it on her social media, captioned, “Encountered a little

agitated, left a

finding random kids who resemble the Fowler offspring now! Marcus Fowler, really showing your stripes, aren't you?” Leonel jumped in with his own speculation. “Is this little guy

suggesting, “Sounds about right! A DNA test might just clear things up.” Edwin couldn't resist chiming in, “The plot thickens. Who's been playing fast and loose, I wonder?” Marcus was left speechless by the unfolding

the stir her post had

mention of Melissa. This approach allowed Julie to relax incrementally, contemplating the inevitability of Matthew's connection to the Fowler family becoming public

‘s (Eagles) She rationalized that establishing ties with the Fowlers might ultimately

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well taken care of, ordering a child-friendly meal that Evelyn used to

and mused about Marcus’ Likely fondness

taking comfort in the thought that if the Fowler family embraced Matthew with open arms, she

aware of Matthew. He's even met him.” Alexis’ lack of surprise to this revelation spoke

all you've done for Melissa and Matthew.” Julie, touched yet saddened by the acknowledgment, downplayed her role. “It's nothing. These past years have been tough on Melissa.” Alexis

a young and naive girl, found herself thrust into motherhood, a role that demanded she rise to the occasion. Supporting herself and her son was no small feat, yet she managed it with grace, proving

of this conversation, Alexis’ phone buzzed with incoming messages from Marcus, inquiring if she was still at the restaurant and announcing

is on his way to join us for lunch.” Julie, coming from a modest background,

white shirt paired with dark brown trousers and a

moved to stand, Alexis signaled for

a nod before taking his place beside Matthew, visibly restraining himself from overly engaging with the boy

a hint of pride. “This is my uncle! Isn't he handsome?” Matthew, too young to grasp the compliment fully, was simply in awe of Marcus's stature, noting he was unlike anyone he'd ever

Matthew. “We're now friends and friends share. You can consider him your uncle too! Uncle

Yet, Matthew remained silent, recalling Julie's caution about

boy!" This interaction caught Alexis’ attention, a quiet observer of

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touch, Matthew couldn't resist looking up at him, their eyes meeting in a moment filled with

Edwin and Leonel with their children, once thinking their

own flesh and blood, he understood the instinctual nature of their actions, experiencing firsthand the profound connection between a

voice broke through, it almost

Marcus replied, his voice rougher than he

to Matthew, he could catch the scent of milk that seemed to cling to the two-year-old. There was

felt an urge

smile, revealed

out, his voice a command

Matthew, settling him on his lap, and showered him with affectionate ki*ses. Matthew, bashful yet

alike were drawn to

the kids, Marcus ordered two desserts, one for Evelyn

since

remarked to Julie, “He's not shy at all. Adorable, isn't he?” Julie, beaming with pride, feigned

snapped a few more pictures to send

began to feed Matthew, who glanced shyly towards Julie, cheeks tinted with a

I feed him?"

eager to show independence, declared, “I can eat

Matthew's expression, Marcus saw a

if searching for a hidden message.

turmoil without him

a hushed tone, she shared, “He's thrived these past

shines through.” Marcus simply nodded

Marcus observed

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“You're quite the lucky one.” Matthew's laughter, filled with innocence and

He looked so adorable.

boy. Alexis couldn't help but remark, “He takes after his mother.” At that moment, Melissa rang Julie, causing a

Marcus and

wraps up in two hours. Could you take Matthew to the mall after your meal? He's outgrown his clothes again. Pick out some new shoes and trousers for him.”

voice softened as she added, “And get something for yourself, too. I'l meet

caressed Matthew's cheek. “We'll get you new shoes and trousers soon.” Marcus caught Alexis’ glance, checked his watch, and declared, “I've got some time now.” Thus, they left the French restaurant, Marcus holding

stuff despite the cost,

familiar with their frequent visits,

among them. Julie, upon catching wind of their whispers one time, felt a surge of

sharp retort, she challenged their assumptions. “How could he not have a father? How do

2998 This time, with Marcus cradling Matthew in his arms, Julie's presence commanded attention, silencing the room upon her

the assistants inquired, noting

Life's been modest for him in Duefron.” This seemed to reassure

items, including a pair of limited edition shoes retailing for over four