Chapter 3061 In the evening, around six, Marcus drove Melissa to the Fowlers mansion in a Rolls Royce.

Even though it was Marcus’ birthday, Waylen, with Matthew present, didn’t scold Marcus much for being late at his own birthday party.

On Marcus’ arrival, Waylen only grunted, “Finally decided to show up, huh? Nearly forgot your own birthday, didn’t you?” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...

Marcus shut the car door, replying, “Dad, you always know me too well” Waylen just rubbed his nose.

The Fowler family was buzzing with activity. Despite it being mid-winter, they had set up a panoramic glass room in the courtyard for the party. Many of Duefron’s elite had gathered.

The official reason was to celebrate Marcus’ birthday, but their real motive was to network with the Fowler family.

Naturally, some were there just for the spectacle. Violette, Marcus’ ex, and her family were among the attendees. Now that Marcus had a son, and it appeared the child's mother had returned to him, everyone was curious about how she'd manage the situation Marcus then opened the car door.

Melissa lifted her head slightly and met his gaze. She realized that stepping out of the car meant a major leap in their relationship.

Eagles “Come on out. My dad has been waiting for us for quite a while.” Marcus spoke so softly that it was almost a caress to everyone's ears.

Violette was there too, biting her Lip.

She noticed Marcus had never used such a tone with her before.

Tears seemed imminent in Violette's eyes. Jessie, looking glamorous, casually held her drink and remarked, “Is this too much for you already? Remember how Marcus used to be so emotionally unsettled over Melissa?” Emotionally unsettled...

Violette found it hard to believe. The thought of Marcus, typically so reserved, being overtaken by strong emotions seemed impossible to her.

Jessie, managing to keep her face neutral, added, “Marcus showered Melissa with love. How else do you explain them getting back together, given his pride?” Violette felt a sting of jealousy. “I guess it’s all because of their son.” Jessie couldn't help but mock Violette's naivety. “Seriously? Do you really think the Fowler family are desperate for heirs? Can't you bear children for him? Do you believe the Fowler family would ‘welcome a woman back into Marcus’ life after years apart just for the sake of a child? That child is cherished because it's Melissa's, because Marcus loves her. Without it, the kid would just be another faceless heir, rich but powerless.” Violette was on the verge of tears, struggling to keep them at bay as she gazed at Marcus, her eyes filled with sorrow.

Meanwhile, Melissa stepped out of the car.

Being the mother of the Fowler family’s eldest grandson, she naturally captured everyone's attention. Though many envied her without knowing her full story, the presence of several Fowler Group executives who were taken aback by her appearance indicated her significance.

It was hard for them to grasp that Marcus had brought Melissa, his former secretary back then.

Sylvia was present too, standing next to Rena in a modest dress, her expression tinged with excitement.

Chapter 3062 The Fowler family chose not to formally introduce Melissa to the gathering.

Instead, Waylen escorted her to meet a few relatives closely connected to the family, including key shareholders of the Fowler Group. Shortly after, Rena approached with Matthew, swiftly guiding Melissa towards the group of women for socializing.

Melissa, having gone through much in the past three years, handled herself confidently in such settings.

Her composure was further bolstered by Rena's presence, who was well-known among the elite women of Duefron as someone not to be crossed.

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Rena typically kept her grievances from her husband, preferring to personally deal with those who crossed her.

Having Rena by her side made Melissa feel comfortable.

Every now and then, when Melissa looked up, she caught Marcus’ eye.

Eagles He seemed to be mingling for most of the evening. Around nine, representatives from Summit Ltd showed up, accompanied by Albert.

Melissa was just about to greet Albert when Violette stopped her.

“Melissa, can I have a word with you?” she asked.

Wearing a light pink dress, Violette looked exceptionally youthful and radiant.

Melissa couldn't help but think Marcus really had an eye for beauty.

He once mentioned settling for a wife, but Violette was nothing short of breathtaking. She was surely exactly his type.

It was clear that Violette had had too much to drink.

She stared at Melissa with a look of envy and didn’t hold back. “The first time I saw you, I thought you were so elegant and attractive.

I even complimented you to Marcus. But I never imagined you'd end up taking him from me,” Violette confessed, tears starting to form in her eyes. “I can’t stand you.” Their exchange hadn't gone unnoticed. A few of the socialites nearby had caught wind of the drama unfolding. The buzz was that the Finch family’s daughter was stirring trouble for Marcus’ future bride. They were all eager to see how it would unfold.

Melissa found herself in a tight spot.

Even though Melissa and Marcus had a child together and he had a preference for her, the truth remained that Marcus had been seeing Violette before Melissa re-entered his life. This fact left Melissa in a difficult situation.

Melissa, who usually remained calm and logical, found herself at a loss when faced with someone acting irrationally.

Adding to the complexity, Violette was drunk.

With her breaking voice, Violette pleaded while holding Melissa's hand, “Melissa, could you please let me be with Marcus? I just can’t imagine a life without him... I really like him.” The moment was awkward and difficult.

Melissa, for all her skill in speaking, found herself with little room to navigate this conversation.

Chapter 3063 From a distance, Jessie overheard their exchange. She approached Rena with a grin, lifting Matthew into her arms. “Matthew, do you still remember who I am?” she asked.

Recognizing Jessie, Matthew warmly responded, “Auntie Jessie, can you hold me?” Jessie, feeling a sudden emotional tug, mused that Matthew was just as charming as his mother.

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After nodding at Rena, Jessie carried Matthew over to where the women were gathered. Handing Matthew to Melissa, she asked somewhat brusquely, “What's going on? Are you neglecting your son? He's been looking for you. No man, no matter how attractive or talented, can match the thoughtfulness of your own little angel.” Melissa was taken aback.

Suddenly, Matthew was in Melissa’s arms. Having not seen Melissa for a while, Matthew missed her deeply. In a soft voice, he murmured, “Mommy This was a game-changing move.

In the face of an innocent and adorable child, Violette's complaints and declarations of love seemed insignificant.

Whispers began to spread. “Melissa has a child with Marcus already.

It's not really appropriate, isn't it? After all, she and Marcus have been together

time for this to stop. Jessie was busy with admiring her nails, showing no interest in the situation. Violette was not thinking clearly. Marcus had feelings for only Melissa, yet Violette kept

the noise was becoming too much that Marcus soon

into his arms. “I'll take him to my room to sleep.” As Melissa hesitated, wondering if she should follow Marcus, he took her hand, making the decision for her. Tears gathered in Violette's eyes as she

a handkerchief, saying, “Hes just a man. Why put yourself through this?” Turning

their son into the house before releasing her hand. He made his way upstairs as he asked Melissa, “Did Violette make you feel uncomfortable?” Melissa

given up all her dignity in hopes of winning Marcus back. Melissa didn’t believe she had

to see the similarities between her past

from a more

hadn't even

placed Matthew on the bed, and Melissa

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stiffened at the unexpected touch, but he quickly recovered his

Matthew had been laid in bed, he still was not

so he kicked it off with his feet. When Marcus saw this, he bent down and took off the little boy's clothes, leaving him in only an underwear. Then he went to the cloakroom to fetch one of his T-shirts which he spread over Matthew's torso. Since the texture of the T-shirt was very soft, Matthew found it

he looked at his son's peaceful

on the edge of the bed with

eyes were slightly moist with

in a low voice, “Did Violette give you a hard time? What exactly did she tell you? Of course, Melissa would never tell Marcus what exactly had happened

downstairs to entertain the guests. If you meet Violette, please don't give her a hard time, okay?” Melissa knew for

advantage over Violette except for the

was silence in the

and said to Melissa, “You're beginning to boss me around when you haven't even become my wife, huh? You silly girll” Melissa blushed in embarrassment, but she could not refute

a long pause. “I'll send someone to bring you some food later. In an hour max, the guests should all be

the cheek, Marcus left the room and went

you're really something! Nobody could have expected that you've been hiding such a cute boy from us.” “You can say that again,” Marcus replied with a shrug. “I'll always defeat you in every aspect” “Humph! What

in a low voice. Without a word, the maid nodded in understanding and

standing right next to Marcus, so he heard what Marcus

the child. Turns out it isn't true at all! She used to chase you back then, didn’t she? Now, it's the other way round.” Marcus couldn't help but smile faintly, but nonetheless, he said dismissively, “I'm sorry, but it's none of your business.” But James was unfazed. He clinked his glass

that the Fowler family

obtained her invitation

his champagne, Marcus finally walked away without saying anything

the other hand, was seated on a sofa all

red and her

in other people's business?” she said with a sneer. “You might have vented your anger a bit just now. But even if you succeed in making things difficult for Melissa, what do you think you would gain? The support of those gossipy women who just enjoyed the show you put on? And then you thought you'd be able to eventually marry Marcus? Have you lost your mind? Look, let me tell you the truth, Violette. If you keep picking on Melissa,

very busy, huh? After coaxing the one upstairs, you've now rushed down here to take care

became very annoyed. “Does Melissa know that you're here?” she

Marcus ignored her. Jessie had no choice but to walk away. She had always been afraid of

her eyes. This was his thirtieth birthday. The two of them were supposed to get engaged today, but now, she had learned that he had

he quietly pulled out a

watching them, but he just had to make things clear to Violette. When he was sure that she had calmed down considerably, he said to her in a soft tone, “Melissa said she owes you an apology. She thinks that if not for

been spending most of my time in the company every single day. If we ever had a child, I would have diverted my attention and focus to the child's education, training him as my heir to inherit the Fowler family’s legacy one day.”

Marcus remained silent.

love to spend time with her, wouldn't you?" Violette murmured in a sad tone. “You're so

her. The only thing he had

made his feelings clear to her a long time ago. But she

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someone in a

any words of comfort. Instead, he simply handed her a few more

was probably the most gentle thing he could do for a woman, unless the woman was Melissa, who was

he finally stood up

was the point of pestering him again? What really hurt Violette the most was that Marcus’ nice and gentle treatment of her just now was also because of Melissa! If Melissa had not asked him to be nice to her, he probably

these was going on, Jessie watched from a distance with a glass of wine in her

some reason, she was quite

saw what she was staring at. “Are you envious? Then why did you insist on breaking up with me, huh?” he asked

one side

seemed to be

on a grey

tall and slender figure looked rather sexy in the expensive

have on. Did you dress to impress

was referring

answering her question, he took a sip of his wine and asked, “Do you need me to give you a ride home after the party?” “No, thanks,” Jessie refused. “I can take care of myself. Look, Mr. Waston, if you don’t mind, I have something else I need to do, so please excuse me." Albert didn't say anything in

She felt rather disappointed, but she knew she did the right thing by leaving

warm Albert's heart. Perhaps, Albert just had way too many women in his life, and that

hand, was having mixed feelings as he stared at Jessie's

from one of the guests who said that Jessie was going to marry a promising young man from a wealthy family. And that the two of them had gone out

planning

stop her, but all of a sudden, he saw a slender figure come down from a black limo. It was ayoung

said a few words to Jessie and then he

just stood there,

cigarette from his pocket, lit it up and took a drag. By

head again, the black limousine had gone past him with the duo

they drove past, Jessie was looking out the window and her

each other briefly with complicated feelings in their

this look only lasted a

car had gone out of sight, Albert stood alone on

heart that perhaps when Albert had finally had enough of this sort of life, he would settle down and get married. But not to her! The man seated right next to her was

ordinary girl who was not getting any younger. How many years could she afford to waste on an older man like Albert who refused

turned to look

had welled

with quietly put his black coat around her and

from a rich family and was also in the business circle. So he certainly heard something about Jessie and Albert. But as far as he was concerned, Jessie's past wouldn't

else, he

Marcus, after seeing off the guests, unbuttoned his suit and went up the

sound asleep. Why don’t you

for a while and then said, “Well, Matthew can stay here. I'll take Melissa back with me." Waylen knew what was on Marcus’

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