Chapter 3021 Marcus retorted, his tone laced with provocation. “I'm his father, after all. It's only natural for Matthew to call me Daddy, isn't it?" Melissa realized Marcus was deliberately trying to upset her.

She had returned the car and refused to meet him, so this was his way of getting back at her. How petty and irritating he could be! Suppressing her temper, she responded, “I don't want your car!” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...

Meanwhile, Julie, who had been listening at the door, beckoned to Matthew with a small bowl in her hand.

Matthew eagerly abandoned his toys and scampered towards her like an excited puppy.

Melissa intended to follow him, but Marcus grabbed her hand.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) Before she could react, Marcus pulled her close, ensnaring her in an awkward embrace.

Lowering his head, he seemed poised to ki*s her.

Fear surged within Melissa, but she spoke softly, her voice trembling with emotion. “Marcus, are you planning to have an affair with me? What are you doing? Have you even considered Matthew's feeling?” Meeting her gaze, Marcus posed a question of his own. “Why didn't you come back to me when you found out you were pregnant?” Melissa knew Marcus had searched for her at that time.

However, she had chosen to bear the child alone, never returning to resolve the situation. It wasn't until three years later, when Marcus was involved with Violette, that she reappeared.

Perhaps Melissa was right.

Marcus harbored a deep-seated resentment towards her.

He hated her so much that he... Even if he still harbored feelings, he was unwilling to acknowledge them.

Melissa didn't want to argue any further.

Since their breakup, their encounters had been fraught with quarrels.

She struggled against Marcus’ grasp, retorting, “Did I have a choice, Marcus? How could I face you after what you said? You claimed I didn't deserve to marry into the Fowler family. Do you not remember?” After uttering those words, Melissa found herself lost in a trance.

Regardless, she didn't want to upset Marcus.

With a sigh, Melissa attempted to diffuse the tension. “Enough, Marcus. Let's let go of each other, shall we? You can continue living your lavish lifestyle, and I'l raise Matthew on my own. I promise, we'll never cross paths again.” Hearing Melissa's response, Marcus fell into a contemplative silence.

Chapter 3021 Marcus retorted, his tone laced with provocation. “I'm his father, after all. It's only natural for Matthew to call me Daddy, isn't it?" Melissa realized Marcus was deliberately trying to upset her.

She had returned the car and refused to meet him, so this was his way of getting back at her. How petty and irritating he could be! Suppressing her temper, she responded, “I don't want your car!” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...

Meanwhile, Julie, who had been listening at the door, beckoned to Matthew with a small bowl in her hand.

Matthew eagerly abandoned his toys and scampered towards her like an excited puppy.

Melissa intended to follow him, but Marcus grabbed her hand.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) Before she could react, Marcus pulled her close, ensnaring her in an awkward embrace.

Lowering his head, he seemed poised to ki*s her.

Fear surged within Melissa, but she spoke softly, her voice trembling with emotion. “Marcus, are you planning to have an affair with me? What are you doing? Have you even considered Matthew's feeling?” Meeting her gaze, Marcus posed a question of his own. “Why didn't you come back to me when you found out you were pregnant?” Melissa knew Marcus had searched for her at that time.

However, she had chosen to bear the child alone, never returning to resolve the situation. It wasn't until three years later, when Marcus was involved with Violette, that she reappeared.

Perhaps Melissa was right.

Marcus harbored a deep-seated resentment towards her.

He hated her so much that he... Even if he still harbored feelings, he was unwilling to acknowledge them.

Melissa didn't want to argue any further.

Since their breakup, their encounters had been fraught with quarrels.

She struggled against Marcus’ grasp, retorting, “Did I have a choice, Marcus? How could I face you after what you said? You claimed I didn't deserve to marry into the Fowler family. Do you not remember?” After uttering those words, Melissa found herself lost in a trance.

Regardless, she didn't want to upset Marcus.

With a sigh, Melissa attempted to diffuse the tension. “Enough, Marcus. Let's let go of each other, shall we? You can continue living your lavish lifestyle, and I'l raise Matthew on my own. I promise, we'll never cross paths again.” Hearing Melissa's response, Marcus fell into a contemplative silence.

Chapter 3022 As Melissa struggled against his touch once more, he wrapped his arm around her waist, soothingly stroking her back.

Perhaps, he had gained wisdom over the years.

Melissa felt a flush of embarrassment and turned her face away, but Marcus’ gaze remained fixed on her.

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Evidently, Melissa's body responded to his touch, sparking a familiar longing.

After all, the body wouldn't lie. But was it merely desire? What about Love? (Eagles) Did Melissa still harbor feelings for him? Gently caressing her face, Marcus posed the question. “Do you still love me, Melissa? Please, be honest with me.” Melissa shook her head.

In the past few years, thoughts of Marcus had crossed her mind every now and then, both positive and negative, but whether she loved him or not... it no longer seemed significant to her.

As darkness settled outside, the warm glow of the bedroom cast Marcus in a handsome light.

Observing Melissa's reaction, Marcus remained composed.

“Okay, I understand,” he murmured softly.

Suddenly, his expression shifted. Rising to his feet, he extended his hand towards her, saying, “Dinner should be ready by now. You must be starving!” Melissa anticipated Marcus would stay for dinner, but to her surprise, he donned his overcoat after exiting the bedroom. He went to hug Matthew and said softly, “Daddy has to leave!” Matthew wrapped his arms around Marcus’ neck, clearly reluctant to let go of him.

“Why not stay for dinner?” Julie suggested.

With a faint smile, Marcus declined, citing urgent matters. “I wish I could, but I have something urgent to attend to. Perhaps next time,” he promised, ki*sing Matthew once more. “I'l come to see you another day.” After saying that, he handed Matthew over to Melissa, changed his shoes, and left.

After Marcus left, Matthew seemed to lose his appetite.

Handing a bowl of soup to Melissa, Julie remarked, “What did you say? Mr. Fowler seems rather depressed.” Silently sipping the soup, Melissa couldn't shake off her somber mood.

Sensing her distress, Julie offered reassurance. “If you're not up for it, don't force yourself.” Melissa managed a bitter smile.

Chapter 3023 As night descended, Melissa found herself unable to sleep, despite Matthew's peaceful slumber beside her.

Rising quietly, she ventured into the living room for a drink of water. Upon her return, she noticed the white Bentley still parked outside the building.

Peeking through the curtains, Melissa observed the car, lost in thought.

Leaning against the car, Marcus took a drag from his cigarette, the flickering ember casting an alluring glow on his handsome features.

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the urge

you worried about me? Didn't you want to draw a line with me? You made it clear you don't want anything from me, preferring Mr. Watson's offerings over

couldn't help but find his behavior childish at

Melissa moved to end the call, Marcus interjected suddenly, “Put on some clothes and come downstairs. I forgot to give you a document.”

documents.

against the car, his

passion in his

another word,

hers,

struggled against his forceful advances, bewildered by his sudden aggression. Was this man out of his mind? Marcus’ grip tightened, his ki*s growing more intense, causing

Marcus!” Melissa managed to gasp amidst the onslaught of

until Melissa's lips swelled. With a whisper, he confessed, “I wish I could fuck you

cold winter night, but she did not feel cold at all. In fact,

doing much better. He was a virile young man in the prime of life, but he

he was now with the woman he always longed for, he

Melissa's ears, it made her feel a

just to get close to her. And she didn't indulge him at all. “Mr.

is worth nothing,” Marcus

for him to speak

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result of their efforts to hold back their urges. No one else apart from the two of them could understand the amount of lust in this cold winter

all, they were humans and not animals. Hence, they had to

upstairs,” Melissa said and pushed him

Marcus watched as

his mouth, he kept his dark eyes fixed on Melissa's retreating figure. Her waist looked really slender and he was itching to grab it. He couldn't help but recall how

he said softly, his voice

in her tracks when she

knew about Matthew.” Then he went up to Melissa and gently held her arms from behind.

his arms, he rested his chin on her neck and whispered, “I'm sorry.” He

forget those words he said

necessary for

she was trembling in

say anything. He

On the contrary, I'm very grateful to you, because you were really nice to me. I know you must be wondering why even though I say I

is not the main reason for my refusal

to push myself this hard,” she went on in a soft voice. “Yes, what you offer is so good. But for someone of

3025 “What about Matthew? Did you think about him while taking this

to Heron. It won't affect him

looked at her in

with a sneer, “It seems you've already thought about it."

lowered his head, lit a cigarette and took a slow and deep drag. “Okay then. Let's see how

started the car.

of exhaust gas streamed out of the rear of the car as the vehicle was revved

a few steps back, keeping enough distance between herself and the car. Then almost immediately, it sped

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and dark. She sighed deeply and leaned against the

that she did not have a good sleep, Melissa

thought it was Marcus again and she couldn't

she saw standing there was

years. He loved gambling, which led to him owing a lot of debts. His wife and

brought some

Matthew reminded him of

stepped aside, giving Shawn room to pass into the

was a bag of fruit.

affirmative. “He's not up yet." Then she looked at her watch and said, “I'l be taking the subway to work and I have to go now. So, help yourself, Shawn.” “Okay then.” Shawn nodded. “Hurry up though. You know how difficult it is to get through the subway in the morning” At this time, Julie slammed the bowl of dough on the table and snapped in a tone of displeasure, “Why did you come here at this time of the day when you knew that Melissa would be going to work?” Shawn scratched his head in embarrassment, not knowing

see Matthew,” Melissa said with a smile on his

she opened the door and

Melissa had gone, Julie began

help you with it,” Shawn offered after standing aside and watching

gave him a hard knock on the back of

good person, but I know you too well,” she said to him in a tone filled with Books

worse than him. Your wife and child left you. Why are you here? You came to ask Melissa for help? Well, for your information, she has to pay a hefty house mortgage every month. She doesn't have any money to lend you. If you dare try to ask her for money, I'l kill you so that you'll no Longer be a

a smile and said, “Mom, I didn’t come to ask her for money. She's like my sister and I'll never dare to hurt her with you around. Besides, I love her son so

go give him a ki*s?" But Julie refused. “You can see him

of obedience finally brought a trace of a smile on Julie's face. She wiped her hands on her apron and then said to him, “Let me go help Matthew put on

Matthew had woken up and Shawn took him in his arms. He was usually very nice to

comes over now, don’t come here like this again. It won't be good if he sees you. Though you see Melissa as your younger sister, you two are not really

worried about him. She took some money from her purse and gave it to him.

as soon as possible so you can get Janet and your child back”

At the gate, she saw her white BMW. As soon as he saw her coming over, the driver came out to give her the car keys. “Mr. Fowler told

took the keys

she didn't call Marcus this time. After all, he was the one who had damaged the tire, so it was only reasonable for him to have the car

This morning, the atmosphere in Waston

and said to her, “Mr. Waston is in a bad

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Albert. The first and

no incident, but as soon as she opened the car door, she heard

stopped and turned

a surprise to her that

to meet him. “What's up,

he quickly

focused his gaze on the golden signboard of Waston Group. He was actually quite scared of Albert. Eventually, he opened his mouth and said, “Let me treat you to dinner. We'll talk over

you to something delicious. Pick whatever you like." Knowing that he definitely

said to him, “Get in." (Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) Shawn climbed in

she pulled up to a lively open-air restaurant downtown. Its specialty was in barbecue and it was

beers, along with some kebabs and ten oysters.

a sip of his beer, Shawn pointed at the oysters and said to Melissa, “This is very

took back the beer bottle he had offered her and said casually, “That car was nice. It must be expensive. Well, I used to drive a really nice car just like that, but I sold it to pay off my debts. I lost everything. Even my wife took our child and go back to

noticed this, she quickly poured him

he said to her with a smile, “Melissa, you're doing

for a long time before continuing, “Uh... frankly, even though I really don't want to talk to you about it... it's just that I have a business I want to venture into. If it goes well, I will not only pay off my debt, I'l even be able to earn some decent money. I only need some capital to start

money to spare, but she then thought about Julie. Although Julie claimed to hate her son very much, what every mother really wanted for her children was for them to

and asked him, “Is it a reliable business?” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay

he instantly felt refreshed. “It's absolutely reliable,” he said confidently. “Melissa, I don't mean to brag, but I can help you make a fortune if everything goes well. You won't need to work as a secretary anymore.

told her and gave her some kebabs along with a piece of tissue. “Please help me this once, Melissa. When I finally get my family back, I'l treat you to a big meal to thank you and

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