Chapter 3051 Melissa attempted to evade him, but she hesitated momentarily before relenting.

She held a deep admiration for Albert.

He was the one who had rescued her from the depths of despair, providing her with everything she needed and breathing new life into her once more.

To Melissa, Albert represented a mentor figure. Observing his melancholy, she recognized it wasn't only directed at her. Despite her desire to speak, she found herself momentarily transfixed.

Marcus stood in silence opposite the bathroom.

He observed Melissa and Albert silently, noting their interaction.

Eagles.

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Their relationship wasn't particularly intimate.

It seemed to be an emotional connection between a man and a woman.

Thus far, Melissa has not reciprocated such sentiment towards Marcus, yet Albert seemed to have garnered it effortlessly.

In that moment, Marcus perceived that Melissa held Albert in higher regard than him.

As the Fowler family heir, Marcus deemed it beneath his dignity to engage in conflict with Albert. Calmly, Marcus informed Melissa, “I'l be waiting in the car” Melissa met Marcus’ gaze.

Albert pressed his fingers to his temple, addressing the young man, “Marcus, please hear me out...” Marcus’ tone remained cool as he remarked, “I must thank you for looking after Melissa all these years, Uncle Albert.” With that, Marcus departed.

Albert glanced back at Melissa, exhaling softly.

“I've put you in a difficult position, haven't I? You're free to resign if you wish,” he offered.

Whatever she needed, he would provide it.

Melissa shook her head resolutely.

“lwon't resign,” she declared.

Observing Albert's unease from excessive drinking, Melissa spoke gently, “Mr. Waston, you've misunderstood something. You believe you'll worry about me once you return to Heron, but let me pose a question for you. If Jessie were in my shoes, would you feel concerned for her? Would you allow her to drink this much?” Albert was taken aback.

Turning the faucet on, Melissa splashed cold water on her face, composedly remarking, “You wouldn't. Mr. Watson, do you need me to point out who holds a more significant place in your heart? You, Jessie, and many others in the company might assume that I made it this far simply because you held me in high regard. However, the truth is quite different. I've remained by your side because of Jessie. Of course, you haven't treated her well either.

Mr. Watson, you took me here because I am just a secretary after all.

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Albert remained silent, his gaze fixed on Melissa.

In that moment, he struggled to discern his emotions. Had he been too demanding of her? Regaining her composure, Melissa offered, “I'll arrange for the driver to take you home.” However, Albert replied casually, “I'd prefer to be alone for a bit." Melissa stepped aside to summon the driver for Albert before departing.

Melissa had arrived in the company car. Now she wondered if she could get a taxi here in the middle of the night.

Stepping out of the club, she spotted a white Bentley parked by the roadside.

After pondering briefly, Melissa approached the passenger door and climbed in, finding Marcus inside, smoking quietly. She remained silent. Eventually, Marcus broke the silence.

“Melissa, am I nothing more than your casual fling now?” Silence enveloped the two.

Melissa blinked, her voice soft.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) “Is that what you believe?” Marcus, visibly upset, countered, “Have you thought about our future at all? Last night meant nothing to you, did it? That's why you rushed out for birth control pills in the morning. That's why you don’t want me at your place, right?” His frustration made him sound harsh.

Melissa, feeling unwell from all the alcohol she consumed, lacked the energy for arguments. Slumped in her seat, she murmured, “What answer do you expect from me? That everything is fine now, after just one night together?” Marcus watched her, his expression unreadable.

He spoke, his tone measured.

“You're aware of Albert's feelings for you, yet you stay. How can I overlook that?” It troubled Marcus deeply.

Melissa was with Marcus briefly three years ago, but Albert had been by her side for three long years.

Despite everything, she chose to stay with Albert.

After hearing Marcus, Melissa offered a faint smile.

She attempted to smooth her disheveled hair, her shaky hands betraying her emotions. Once composed, she whispered softly, “Yes, I'm aware. But what makes you think you can judge me? When I arrived in Heron, I had nothing, not even the assurance of a future for my unborn child. What choices did I have? Return to Duefron, devoid of pride, and plead for your acknowledgment of our child? Or accept the support of someone genuinely willing to offer me a different path?

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between us? Even in reconciliation, I feared being nothing more than a convenience to you, easily discarded with a check when you grew tired of me.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) Yet, Mr. Waston offered something different. He offered me a new chance in life and I've learned and grown so much ever since. Even if I leave him now, I'm capable of securing another decent job to support Matthew and Julie. I can carve out a life free from manipulation. I've explained before, Marcus, our paths diverge.

You're overwhelmed with options; I'm cornered with none.” As Melissa spoke, her voice wavered slightly.

She looked down, her voice barely above a whisper, “What was I to do? Face another pregnancy alone?” She attempted to leave the car, driven by the need to escape, despite the biting cold and the unlikely chance of hailing a cab.

But Marcus, with a flick of his wrist, locked the doors.

Melissa's frustration was gentle but palpable as she tapped on the door.

Marcus glanced at her before returning to his cigarette, the smoke filling the car, prompting her to cough.

cigarette, he spoke

for you or appoint you as a project manager within the Fowler Group. You're free to choose your path.” Melissa sensed the seriousness in Marcus’ offer. His

to stay with the Waston

air, reducing visibility to a

not engage with Albert.” Melissa caught the implication in

was

Waston Group.” She pleaded with Marcus

a burst of frustration, Marcus confronted

really that

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kind Mr. Waston is for recognizing my worth. You've had it too easy. You've never felt the pressure of being cornered, never understood desperation like I have...” She trailed off, unable to finish her thought, when Marcus cut her off, “That's enough!” In the car, the only sound

and said,

“I haven't lost all

minutes later, Melissa realized they weren't going to her place.

phone and dialed a

much to drink. I'm bringing her to my place to stay the night." (Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) After hearing Julie's response, Marcus ended

on the road, ignoring her comment. They drove through the city streets until

car stopped in front of a villa, its headlights flashing, as the elaborate

drove the white

Melissa sat in silence for a couple

villa

sight to behold, sprawling

a villa was a rarity in Duefron. Even the wealthy seldom had the means to afford such luxury. All she had to do was soften her stance with Marcus and leave the Waston

life in this

The idea was tempting.

she earned by herself

on him, her future wouldn't look bright. She'd

firm. “Mr. Waston is returning to Heron next year. He's assured me that I'll receive one percent of the Waston Group shares if I manage to secure the deal with Summit Ltd. Marcus, this means everything to

In saying so, she

recognized her value and taught

Marcus, a fact she never

wished for was Marcus’ understanding of

said tenderly, “I can offer you everything he does, and more. Melissa, I'm only asking you to quit your job, not to betray him or anything. Is that so hard?” Melissa remained

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their current situation, she wouldn't make such a

was late, and she had no

quite tired.” (Eagles) Marcus looked at her, noticing how the alcohol made her seem even more appealing than usual. He couldn't resist and gently

“Weren't you just calling yourself a casual fling of

closer and pressed his lips to hers more

for it.” Melissa scoffed, “Feeling’s mutual.” Marcus stepped out of the car, circled around to the other side, and

been drinking, leading to an argument

He was visibly upset.

After three years without intimacy, their

Marcus carried Melissa to the main bedroom upstairs, her surprise was evident, yet she offered little resistance, merely clinging to him and softly saying, “I'm not on the pill."

a drawer of the nightstand and retrieved something, causing Melissa to close her

leaving her gasping

bell downstairs chimed twelve times, signaling the start of a new day, which was

gently, whispering, “Melissa,

Melissa embraced him tightly, her silence speaking volumes. They had sex several times before Marcus

their exertion, he whispered in her ear with a ki*s, “Let's go take a shower together.” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join &

rather have a bath,” she

not a good idea

slipped into bathrobes, they found a cart in the

“I've got everything set up.” Wrapping his arms around Melissa, Marcus said softly, “You're not fond of the idea of moving into that apartment, so I arranged this place for us. Move in with me, Melissa. We can make arrangements for Julie and Shawn as well. Besides, Matthew and Daniel can attend the same nursery. Oh, Daniel is

sensed that moving in meant stepping away from

then without another word, pulled her close and lit three candles. While making his wish, he whispered his

Melissa's heart raced.

a man could be so overwhelmingly interested in a woman was enough to soften

“Of course, take all the time you need.”

they had sex once

the next morning, she was greeted by his handsome face,

snuggled into his strong arms and gazed

looks, and Marcus was no exception. Melissa couldn't resist tracing his sharp

to think things over with

Marcus a chance, but it was clear they were on different pages. He was ready for her to drop

project with Summit Ltd was

would be a testament to her capabilities wherever she

way of repaying Albert for recognizing

feel a bit more at ease after making up

looked at her without saying a

quickly looked for a way out. “I should get up now.” He wrapped her up in the quilt, holding her close. “Stay in bed with me a little longer.” “Aren't

today. I'm not going to work, and you should take the day off too.” (Eagles) As he

he would insist on her staying unless she agreed to take a leave of absence. They

Marcus reached out for her phone and

his behavior somewhat childish, gently pushed him away. “Let me handle this properly.” Marcus propped himself

tone softened. “Remember, we agreed

me take care of it,

Albert. She started with a hello to him, and then inquired about how things were going with the Summit Ltd case. She wrapped up the conversation by

she might want the break, didn't pry

off, promising to

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