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.

were awkward, yet he showed no

any longer, Melissa turned

flushed, and her voice quivered as she protested in a delicate yet determined tone, “I'm

at it, she

her body against his and whispered, “You

did you conceive Matthew?" Melissa continued to study the

regained her

her might, she pushed him away and tore the receipt to shreds. Her voice turned icy as she declared, “It was all a ruse. I didn't really take the pill. I intentionally make myself conceive your child, aiming

was truly not the

back onto the bed. It was evident he

shake the feeling that something was seriously

to kick him, but he swiftly grabbed her foot and twisted it

showed no remorse

he locked eyes

teary eyes and trembling lips, Melissa retorted defiantly, “Mr. Fowler, you're no better.”

his

differed in their approaches to situations. While men might appear rational, they could also be prone

have been addressing the matter of Matthew and his future custody, all he could think about in that moment

Melissa, being experienced, comprehended the depth of Marcus’ intentions. His words didn't merely convey longing; they also

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.

his desire remained

Violette out of her mind. Knowing Violette had declared herself Marcus’ girlfriend, Melissa felt a twinge of revulsion at

inquired calmly, “Isn't Violette enough for you? What's with your sudden lust?”

bed, expecting Melissa to follow suit. Despite their intimate interaction, both remained fully

straightened her silk stockings, her hands

Marcus’ gaze remained fixed.

first. I've prepared a spread of your favorite dishes.” Without hesitation, Melissa declined, “I have no appetite. Let's discuss matters that's really important here, and then I'll take my leave.” Leaving the room

it

Marcus flipped through its pages before querying, “What? I can’t even spend some money on my own son? In that case, I'l take him

to the table, Marcus replied, “I'll

she remained still, Marcus retrieved his phone and began dialing his secretary. “Tell the legal team to...” Melissa immediately stepped forward and knocked off Marcus’ phone, which tumbled onto the table with a clatter.

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

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 & Stay Updated for

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.

attempt at control, she exploded, “Marcus, what's your game here? I just gave birth to our child. Big deal! If it weren't for the pill mishap, we wouldn't be in this situation. By the time I

had found out about the pregnancy sooner, would you have considered an

you. You were the one who

queried, “So, Melissa, do you intend to hold a grudge against me forever because of that?” The deadlock continued between the two

across from each other, they exchanged glances, both changed from three years

hold back her emotions. “Maybe it's time we stopped this back-and-forth, Marcus. Just let me be."

hers, his tone gentle yet probing. “Do you really want to go through life alone?” “I'l leave that up to fate,” Melissa replied, her

up at Melissa's

casting a glow on his figure. Finally, Marcus spoke up, his voice strained. “Melissa, can we ever have a second chance? I mean for us, you know.” Seated at the table, Melissa

eyes moistened

echoed the pain of

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got up and approached Marcus, but the distance between them

have changed me. I'm not the same person I was. We made a mistake in the past-one we could have avoided. And as for Matthew, I'm glad

move on and

remained

he Lit the cigarette, drawing in a deep

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

of their tangled

sweet and bitter, flooded Melissa's mind, stirring up

with a

face Melissa with a contemplative

gazed at her quietly-the new Melissa who was different from the one

trembled as she spoke. “Marcus, please, just let me roe A faint smile tugged at the corners

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

yours forever.” Melissa's heart clenched at Marcus’ words, her mind racing to comprehend his implications. “What

invited her to follow. “Come on; let's talk it out.” With a resigned sigh, Melissa followed

door behind her. Marcus sat behind his desk,

slid it

her to take

document. After a

this?” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for

need me to read it to you?” Gritting her teeth, Melissa shook her head. “No, thanks.” She skimmed through the

promised her a

big house for her and Matthew, and 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

no extra

were to get married, Matthew would fall into Marcus’ care. While it seemed Melissa held sway, Marcus quietly pulled the strings, guiding not only her fate

Eagles.

not buying it,”

wasn't surprised by her

it would have been suspicious. That resolve had

document casually with his

about the custody battle for Matthew. Are you ready for that?" Melissa shook her 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

he playing? Regardless, she wasn't going

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