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.

curiosity was

with people, cars, and towering buildings,” Melissa explained, painting

and I really like it here. Plus, we get snow

that neither Julie nor Matthew wished to leave Duefron solidified

few days, seemed to have moved on, providing Melissa with a sense of

half million into a bank account in Julie's name and instead used her

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

Celebrating the new purchase, Melissa treated them

me some initial shares in the company for my hard work. This could mean a salary hike, and possibly, a move to

a light complaint from Julie. “Working on a Saturday? Plus, Matthew and I seldom dine in places this grand. What if we make

required last night.” Matthew, puffing up with pride, assured, “Yes! Don't

a big help.” With a reluctant shake of her head, Julie led Matthew into

coincided with the lunch rush, where they found

The manager, struggling to accommodate their super VIP gift

manager, apologetically addressing Alexis, said, “We're kind of overwhelmed with reservations today.” After a moment of hesitation, Alexis’ gaze fell on a little boy with big, watery eyes that sparkled with

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younger son, bearing a resemblance so strong

Alexis momentarily speechless, her attention shifting to Julie,

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

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

the Fowler

Matthew Brown,” he replied

Alexis’ suspicion that Matthew had ties

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. “He looks just Like Daniel.” With a warm smile, Alexis turned

proceeded to show Julie photos of Daniel on her phone, suggesting, “Look

room's temperature, to which he responded apologetically,

Julie agreed to share the table with

pair and shared it on her social media, captioned, “Encountered a little boy who could almost be Daniel's twin!" The post sent shockwaves through the Fowler family, sparking a flurry of

left a sarcastic comment

stripes, aren't you?” Leonel jumped in with his own speculation. “Is this little guy going to be claimed, or is he a

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 drama

with the stir her post had caused, putting

throughout their meal, conspicuously avoiding any mention of Melissa. This approach allowed Julie to relax incrementally, contemplating the inevitability of Matthew's connection to the Fowler family

establishing ties with the

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a child-friendly meal

mused about Marcus’

her own resolve, taking comfort in the thought that if the Fowler family embraced Matthew with open arms, she could find peace

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

acknowledgment, downplayed her role. “It's nothing. These past years have been tough on Melissa.” Alexis was no stranger to the challenges of single parenthood and had heard of the changes Melissa had undergone, acknowledging

occasion. Supporting herself and her son was no small

buzzed with incoming messages from Marcus, inquiring if she was still at the

informed Julie with a smile, “Marcus is on his way to join us for lunch.” Julie,

his entrance shortly after, his appearance impeccable in a white shirt paired with dark brown

stand, Alexis signaled

visibly restraining himself from overly engaging with the boy despite the

delighted to see her uncle, introduced him to Matthew with 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

friends share. You can consider him your uncle too! Uncle Marcus is

caution about

and gentle, touched Matthew's head, offering a simple “Good boy!" This interaction caught Alexis’ attention,

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him, their eyes meeting in a moment filled with

Edwin and Leonel with their

of their actions, experiencing firsthand the profound connection between a

broke through,

Marcus replied, his voice

milk that seemed to cling to the two-year-old. There was an unmistakable freshness, a baby’s

urge to embrace the

smile, revealed two small teeth in his

reached out, his voice a

lap, and showered him

adults alike were drawn to

treat the kids, Marcus ordered two desserts,

It's been ages since I had one.” Matthew's laughter, showcasing his

shy at all. Adorable, isn't he?” Julie, beaming with pride,

snapped a few

to feed Matthew, who glanced shyly

I feed him?" Julie

independence, declared, “I can eat by myself.” while sneaking a worried look at

Marcus saw a glimpse of

momentarily stunned, his fingers gently tracing Matthew's face as if searching for a hidden message.

Marcus’ turmoil without him

shared, “He's thrived these

through.” Marcus simply

seat, Marcus observed him tackle his

keeps to himself. He's not one to warm up to others

grandfather Waylen with uncanny accuracy, Evelyn quipped, “You're quite the lucky one.” Matthew's laughter,

He looked so adorable.

a smile from the boy. Alexis couldn't help but remark, “He

Marcus and Alexis

work 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.” “Of course,” Julie

softened as she added, “And get something for yourself, too. I'l meet you once I'm done.”

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.”

cost, evident in

staff, familiar with their frequent

never saw Matthew's father during all their visits, sparking curiosity and speculation among them. Julie, upon catching wind of their whispers one time, felt a surge of

he not have a father? How do you think he came

Marcus cradling Matthew in his arms, Julie's presence commanded attention, silencing the

who's this gentleman?” one of the assistants

paused, visibly impressed. “He looks quite distinguished. Seems familiar, too.” Julie managed a courteous yet insincere smile. “He's recently returned from abroad. Life's been modest for him in Duefron.” This seemed to reassure the assistant, who perhaps felt that if Marcus was truly remarkable, he wouldn't

some of the store's priciest items, including a pair of limited edition shoes retailing for over four