Chapter 3001 However, Melissa was not in the mood to appreciate it. She softly closed the bedroom door and then asked in a low voice, “You're aware of it, aren't you?" “What do you mean?” Marcus countered.

Melissa avoided voicing it out, and silence enveloped them for a while.

Eventually, Marcus suggested, “If you want to discuss Matthew, come out and let's talk. I'm at the apartment.” His indifferent tone left Melissa unable to discern his thoughts.

Eagles.

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However, she had no desire to visit his apartment.

Upon hearing her decision, Marcus promptly ended the call after saying “We'll discuss it another time then.” Melissa glanced at her phone, biting her lip.

She perched at the foot of the bed, facing the window where twilight painted the winter landscape. Despite the coldness of the season, an inner fire raged within her, refusing to be quelled.

Just then, her phone rang. It was a friend request from Marcus on WhatsApp.

Melissa stared at the request for a while before finally accepting it.

She felt she had no other option.

After accepting Marcus’ friend request, Melissa received no message from him. Ten minutes later, she dialed his number. “Marcus, we need to talk” “I'l be waiting." When Melissa grabbed her car keys and headed out, Julie was taken aback. “Where are you going? Dinner will be ready shortly.” Melissa evaded, “I forgot an important document at the office.” Julie reminded Melissa not to overexert herself and emphasized the importance of her health.

Melissa offered a faint smile.

To avoid causing any disruption to Julie and Matthew, Melissa refrained from disclosing the details of her conversation with Marcus to Julie. Sitting in the car, Melissa held the steering wheel for a moment, lost in thought, before starting the engine and driving off.

Melissa soon arrived at the building complex.

Standing before the door of the penthouse apartment, she adjusted her coat and rang the doorbell.

Marcus answered the door.

Although it was chilly outside, the apartment exuded warmth. Marcus stood there in a simple white shirt, his handsome face radiating maturity and charm, accentuated by his deep gaze.

Marcus cast a discerning gaze over Melissa.

Chapter 3002 She was draped in a dark brown high-necked overcoat, likely with a dress concealed beneath it. Black stockings enveloped her exposed calves.

Her long hair was elegantly coiled up, and her makeup was light yet flawlessly applied.

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In truth, she appeared stunningly beautiful.

However, Marcus frowned. “Don’t you have something warmer to wear?" Melissa's complexion was somewhat pale, her recovery from the cold was not yet complete. She spoke softly. “'m not here to discuss my attire with you. What I wear is none of your concern, Mr.

Fowler.” Melissa's tone was sharp.

After a moment of silent contemplation, Marcus stepped aside to allow her entry. As she bent down to remove her shoes, he closed the door with one hand while encircling her waist with the other, swiftly pinning her against the door.

Melissa's black hair cascaded freely, unrestrained, and flowing.

(Eagles) The ambiance grew increasingly romantic.

However, Marcus deemed it insufficient. With one hand, he ensnared her, while the other deftly unbuttoned her coat.

Underneath, her figure was slender and enticing.

Leaning against the door, Melissa fixed him with an icy stare. “Mr. Fowler, I presume you have your checkbook ready again?” Marcus disregarded her taunts.

Discarding her coat, he caressed her waist and whispered in her ear, “How can you claim it's none of my concern? How did I end up with a two-year-old son if it's not?” Melissa's eyes reddened, considering Marcus despicable.

Before she could protest, Marcus enveloped her form and led her to the guest room, where they made love for the final time.

Melissa was gently pressed into the plush bed by him, her black hair splayed across the dark bed sheet, accentuating the luminosity of her skin and enhancing her beauty. Furthermore, her slender frame allowed her to sink completely into the bed under his weight.

“Marcus, what are you doing?” Melissa pushed against his shoulder and whispered, but to no avail.

With her body in his grasp, Marcus ki*sed her passionately. Despite knowing it wasn't the right time, he couldn't resist the urge.

He continued to ki*s her fervently, unable to control himself and lost in the moment.

After a few minutes, Melissa transitioned from vigorous resistance to weakly wrapping her arms around his neck, yielding to his ki*ses with a sense of vulnerability. There was a subtle shift in her demeanor, altering the sensation of their ki*ses, prompting him to continue relentlessly.

Eventually, Marcus lifted his head, his dark eyes fixed on her intoxicated visage.

“Marcus...”

Chapter 3003 She murmured his name under her breath, seemingly discontent with his pause. The sight of her parted, ruby lips was irresistible to him.

Marcus couldn't help but lower his head, yearning to ki*s her once more.

Suddenly, a sharp slap landed on his handsome face.

Regaining her senses, Melissa felt a mixture of embarrassment and anger. She hastily wrapped herself in the bed sheet and spat, “Marcus, you jerk” Marcus’ eyes betrayed no emotion.

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Eagles.

Melissa attempted to rise and speak, but he pushed her back down.

positions were awkward, yet he showed no

any longer,

protested in a delicate yet determined tone, “I'm here to discuss business with you.” Marcus

at it, she was taken

body against his and whispered, “You took the

Matthew?" Melissa continued to study the

her composure and

a ruse. I didn't really take the pill. I intentionally make myself conceive your child, aiming to seize the Fowler family’s assets one day, which will be my revenge on you. Does that satisfy you, Mr. Fowler?” Melissa scrambled out of

the appropriate time for such

a few steps, he captured her and flung her back onto the bed. It was evident

feeling that something was seriously wrong

him, but he swiftly grabbed her foot and twisted it painfully. The agony

no

on her, he locked eyes with her tear-filled gaze,

ever.” Through teary eyes and trembling lips, Melissa retorted defiantly, “Mr. Fowler,

fixed his gaze

situations. While men might appear rational, they could also be prone to

could think about in that moment was holding the woman in his arms, ki*sing her passionately, and indulging in potentially more intimate

he murmured huskily, “I've missed you terribly all these years.” Melissa, being experienced, comprehended the depth of Marcus’ intentions. His words

for summoning me here?” Recognizing her genuine anger, Marcus realized he couldn't persist, yet he couldn't resist murmuring in her ear, “I yearn for it so deeply. Will you indulge me?” They were both adults and had engaged in it numerous

desire remained

mind. Knowing Violette had declared herself Marcus’ girlfriend, Melissa felt a twinge

Violette enough for you? What's with your sudden lust?” Marcus queried with

the bed, expecting Melissa to follow suit. Despite their

Melissa straightened her silk

Marcus’ gaze remained fixed.

of your favorite dishes.” Without hesitation, Melissa declined, “I have no appetite. Let's discuss matters that's really important here, and

had entrusted it

money on my own son? In that case, I'l take him to the Fowlers’ house and raise him myself." Clenching her fists, Melissa demanded,

Gesturing to the table, Marcus replied, “I'll explain over dinner.”

his secretary. “Tell the legal team to...” Melissa immediately stepped forward and knocked

phone's screen's display didn’t indicate an

nose with his slender index finger. “I've never seen you get angry so quickly before. How many times have you been upset since you walked in?” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join

lifted his head abruptly, chuckling. “You seemed quite willing when I ki*sed you earlier. Why the sudden call for boundary now?" (Eagles) Melissa grew exasperated. Just as she prepared to depart, Marcus interjected sternly, “Sit down and eat. We'll discuss matters after dinner.” After a prolonged stare, Melissa relented. Her son was her priority,

Marcus appeared content.

control, she exploded, “Marcus, what's your game here? I just gave birth

he inquired, “If you had found out about the pregnancy sooner, would you have

replied softly, “Mr. Fowler, your memory seems short. Allow me to remind you. You were the one who opposed my pregnancy and insisted I use contraception.” Marcus

do you intend to hold a grudge against me forever because of that?” The deadlock

across from each other, they exchanged glances, both

we stopped this back-and-forth, Marcus. Just let me be." “But what

you really want to go through life alone?” “I'l leave

up at

walked to the French window. Sunlight streamed in, casting a glow on his figure. Finally, Marcus spoke up, his voice strained. “Melissa, can we ever have a second

moistened

heartache echoed the pain

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up and approached Marcus, but the distance between them felt

person I was. We made a mistake in the past-one we could have

and leave the past

can't deal with this all again.” While Melissa spoke, Marcus remained silent, his gaze drifting downward

Lit the cigarette,

room filled with the acrid scent, obscuring Melissa's view and causing her

her of their tangled

flooded Melissa's mind, stirring up a

with a practiced

to face Melissa with a contemplative look

new Melissa who was

A faint smile tugged at the corners of Marcus’ lips at her

as he insisted, “You can't deny it. You still have feelings for me, Melissa!” Melissa tried to say

Marcus cut in, his voice matter-of-factly. “Matthew's a Fowler; he won't be yours forever.” Melissa's heart clenched at

his study, Marcus invited her to follow. “Come on; let's

the door behind her. Marcus sat behind his

it across the

for her to take a seat

clouded Melissa's mind as she sat down and skimmed the document. After a moment, she looked

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Gritting her teeth, Melissa shook her head. “No, thanks.” She

promised her

it would be transferred under her name. In addition to that, Marcus would give her five million dollars as the living expenses each month. He would also cover Matthew's education, and Matthew would inherit other

there was no extra term for

there was indeed a caveat: if she were to get married, Matthew would fall into Marcus’ care. While it seemed Melissa held sway, Marcus

Eagles.

it,” Melissa

wasn't surprised

had caved easily, it would have been suspicious. That resolve had severed

the document

head, resolute. “You wouldn't do this! Not if you care about Matthew. Marcus, you are still young. Miss Finch and you can always have your own children. You shouldn't take

stared at him incredulously. What game was he playing? Regardless, she wasn't going to

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