A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

After some time, she said to Melissa, “Let’s not talk about that bastard anymore, okay? Its all in the past. Let's just let bygones be bygones.” Despite having said this, when she eventually went back home, she still took the gift box out and caress it carefully, because she knew that this was the last time she would ever receive anything from Albert.

After her marriage, she would be someone else's wife and would no longer be able to interact with Albert.

After Jessie left, Melissa watched some movies.

When it was dusk, she decided that she would go out for a walk.

But to her surprise, she got a call from Marcus. She had thought that after what had happened last night, Marcus wouldn't contact her for the time being, even if it was about Matthew.

After pondering for a while, she answered the call.

Immediately, she heard Marcus saying in a cold voice, “Matthew wants to go back! You can come pick him up at eight o'clock.” When Melissa heard this, she became a bit worried about her son.

She wanted to ask some questions, but Marcus hung up before she could even speak. Melissa felt really depressed. Were things so strained between she and Marcus that they couldn't even pretend to be polite to each other? A deal was a deal. She couldn't go pick up Matthew right now, no matter how worried she was.

He was in his grandparents’ house, far out of her jurisdiction, and she wasn't involved with Marcus anymore. She wouldn't do anything inappropriate, especially when her little boy was involved.

So she waited until 7 p.m. before changing into a thin red dress and a beige overcoat. Then she tied her long hair up and pinned it with a simple hairpin. This made her look mature and feminine.

Though she was going to pick up Matthew, Melissa knew that she couldn't just pay his grandparents a visit empty-handed.

So she bought some expensive tonics and fruits on her way to the Fowler family mansion.

By the time she arrived at her destination, it was 8 p.m.

Since it was holiday period, the Fowler family house was crowded.

Apart from the Fowlers, Mark and Cecilia also came with their kids to celebrate the holiday. As a result, Waylen and Rena prepared a big feast.

After Melissa drove into the front yard of the mansion, she opened the door and was about to step out when she heard some noise and then saw a black Limo.

She recognized the vehicle instantly. It was a car belonging to the Finch family.

Was Violette inside? She wondered.

If she was, then it was not very convenient for Melissa to go in.

Just then, a domestic staff happened to walk past, so Melissa opened the trunk and asked her to take the gifts and help deliver them on her behalf. The woman had been working for the Fowler family for many years, so she knew exactly what Melissa meant.

Since Violette was in the compound, it would be awkward if Melissa showed up right now.

So the woman nodded in understanding and helped her carry the things she had brought. Then she went to Marcus and asked him, “Mr. Fowler, Miss Brown is here to pick Matthew up. Should I take him out right now?” Marcus was in the large hall, seated on a sofa and browsing through a magazine while Matthew played by his side.

Indeed, the Finch family had come to the mansion, but it was not the way Melissa thought. In fact, they only spent half an hour in the place.

Their purpose for coming had been very obvious and it was to cotton up.

to Waylen and Rena.

“Where is she now?” Marcus asked the servant in an indifferent tone.

The servant readily replied, “Miss Brown is waiting at the door” After uttering the words, she discreetly glanced at Violette.

The servant was attentive. Despite Melissa's status as the soon-to-be wife of Marcus and her previous service to the Fowler family, she hadn't visited in quite some time, especially not for New Year's Eve dinner.

In contrast, Violette had made a reappearance.

The servant was confident that Violette would be marrying Marcus soon instead.

Marcus, upon hearing the servant's words, concluded that Melissa preferred not to enter. Consequently, he set aside his magazine, attended to Matthew by putting on his coat, and handed him his comfort pillow to hold.

Marcus and Matthew's departure didn't go unnoticed by Waylen.

Lately, Waylen has been discontent with Marcus.

He perceived his son's accumulation of wealth as pointless when he's not with the woman he loved.

Upon noticing his fully-dressed grandson, Waylen inquired, “Where are you off to?” Matthew's voice rang out clearly. “Mommy is coming to get me” The entire room fell silent as everyone's attention shifted to Marcus.

Rena gently interjected, “Shouldn't she be invited inside? She's the mother of your child, after all” Afraid of getting herself into trouble, the servant hastily clarified, “Miss Brown has arrived bearing gifts.” Observing Marcus, Rena questioned his reliability. Being elders, Rena and Waylen felt it inappropriate to personally go get Melissa especially since she had ended things with their son. Thus, Rena instructed Alexis, “Take Matthew and invite Melissa inside.” Alexis shot a glance at Marcus, deeming him arrogant.

She then lifted Matthew, planting a ki*s on his cheek. “Let's go find your

mom,” she said, leading the way.

Prior to Melissa's arrival, Waylen sought to impart a lesson to his son.

“You're becoming increasingly ridiculous. That's not your usual demeanor. Why act so cruel toward Melissa? It's chilly out there. Why leave her standing outside? Your breakup suggests a lack of consideration on your part if you ask me?” Marcus remained silent, retreating to the sofa to resume reading his magazine.

In fact, the Finch family should have departed by now, yet Violette's parents seemed reluctant to leave. What was amiss with Violette? How could she be outdone by Melissa, who lacked a prestigious family background? Violette's parents exchanged knowing glances with her.

Determined not to concede defeat, Violette sat beside Marcus and inquired, “What are you reading?” Marcus glanced up at her with indifference but made no move to rebuff her.

In the hallway, Alexis entered with Melissa in tow.

Upon entering, Melissa was greeted with an intimate sight. Marcus was reclining on the sofa with ease, and Violette nestled beside him.

Meanwhile, Violette’ parents occupied the adjacent seating.

The scene proved uncomfortable for Melissa.

Waylen was well aware of Marcus’ intentions. Marcus deliberately flaunted his closeness with Violette to provoke Melissa. Unable to compel the Finch family to depart without being rude, Waylen resorted to bringing Matthew over and placing him in Marcus’ care. “You're not a child. Why the fascination with these magazines? Attend to the child,” Waylen instructed.

Matthew leaned his head against Marcus’ shoulder.

of Melissa, Marcus made no effort to rise in greeting. Instead,

ripe for play, delighted in tearing pages from magazines and crafting

observed her silently. Growing increasingly uncomfortable, Melissa reiterated, “It's getting late. Il be taking Matthew home.” Rena implored Melissa to stay. “We've been inconsiderate. You've

kindness, and her

any discomfort by rejecting her,

aside and

for Olivia trying to deal from the bottom of the deck.” Olivia

correct? I've heard a lot about you. Its nice to finally

adorable.” Rena arrived with scented tea. “Just accept them. Mark and Cecilia don't visit us in Duefron often.”

being treated favorably in the Fowler household. Despite spending ample time at the Fowlers’ residence, Mark and his

up, her tone raised. “Miss Brown, you're

from his family?” Luna's remarks caused Melissa to flush with

and discreetly tugged at the hem of

confront her directly, shell continue pursuing Marcus. And that will upset

the hall, could hear Luna's words. However, Waylen was the first to

in our affairs.” Just as Luna was about to respond, Violette interjected,

silent,

her coat. Approaching Marcus, she murmured, “I'l take Matthew home.”

He looked sad.

Melissa, directed a stern gaze at Marcus and urged, “Speak up” Marcus gradually straightened his

truth, Melissa was in such proximity to Marcus that he could discern the tears glistening in her eyes. The prospect of being the subject of others’ scrutiny was

walk them to the car” Waylen was so furious that

tightly, worried about how he might

everyone politely. Rena didn't want Melissa to £0, and she was also concerned she and

out without donning

hushed tone, “Marcus, you're being unreasonable.” Ignoring her, Marcus retrieved a cigarette, lighting it before addressing Elva,

calm pace. He opened the

head, she

“I doubt anyone would find it enjoyable,” she replied softly. “Marcus, if such a situation recurs, I suggest refraining from bringing Matthew here. He's too young to comprehend adult matters.” Melissa opened the door of

“What's the matter?”

pinned her against the door

Marcus’ expression turned somber.

“You talk about Matthew's vulnerability. How could you subject him to the stigma of a single-parent upbringing then?” Melissa's chest rose with suppressed

Marcus’ gaze, she was certain

Melissa countered, “Is that really my choice to make, Marcus? Have you considered my perspective? If you didn't just the Summit Ltd. case from me, we might still work things out. But what's left for me afterward?

his time of need? Oh, yeah. You did give me one more option. I

existing solely at your whim behind closed doors. You just wanted a

Marcus, neither option appeals to me.” Marcus’ demeanor grew

releasing her,

for a constructive conversation. Although they were no longer

the very least, maintain civility for the

turned sharp, leaving her unable to express herself freely. Feeling embarrassed and unable to speak her mind, Melissa opened the car door,

stoically in

the gifts behind.” Olivia's voice grew weaker

Marcus responded coldly, “She didn't want them.” Olivia

What if you can't win

as Marcus departed. “Stubborn.” Frustrated, Marcus headed straight

his mood, Luna subtly indicated to Violette to

racing, but she

the air, Rena tactfully suggested that the Finch family

the

his son,

harder it'll be for Melissa. Unless you reinstate Marcus as CEO of

comfortingly caressed his arm and spoke softly. “They've been raised in

need time to adjust to each other's pace. Since it's not feasible to expect Melissa to abandon her career, Marcus must compromise. If he doesn't, their relationship won't survive. Waylen, they have a child together. Regardless of Marcus’ anger, they can't sever ties.” Waylen, still discontent, inquired, “Then why didn't Marcus rebuff Violette when she approached him?” Rena cast a glance at Waylen as she slowly replied, “To provoke me, you used to surround yourself with numerous women. In comparison, Marcus is more discreet about his personal affairs.” Waylen felt anxious. “That was

their disagreements might seem minor. They will sort things out on their

the Watson Group, which she had painstakingly obtained. However, Waylen was unaware of this, and he would likely feel

the subsidiary company of Duefron required funding,

up the phone and dialed

favor” In the days that followed, Melissa and Marcus didn't encounter each other, nor did they

a high fever. He remained hospitalized for two days, receiving intravenous treatment. His condition was severe, leading him to

room was tinged

spiked a fever again, prompting the nurse to administer an

a hospital gown, Matthew nestled in her embrace, his eyes brimming with

his hair Lovingly and planted a ki*s on

better, Il take you to your

a few there with she spend days

would have listened without

restless and hard to soothe. He squirmed

ten at night, Melissa, feeling at her wits’ end, pulled out her phone. “How about we call Daddy so

his dad, Matthew perked up, his

hesitated for a moment

a brief wait, Marcus’ slightly raspy voice came through. “Hey, what's going on?” Melissa took a moment before replying, “Matthew's asking

was tentative, filled with

you trying to say, Miss Brown? You think I'm caught up in something, huh?” Though Marcus seemed relaxed, his tone dripped with

escalate things, replied softly, “Can't we just talk like normal people? Marcus... We may have gone our separate ways, but that doesn't mean we have to be enemies, alright?” She was worried Matthew might

paused, taking in her

even chiller tone, he asked, “And why would I agree to that?” Melissa felt her patience wearing thin but managed to

herself before saying, “I'm going to hand

glanced at his hand connected to the IV drip. With a voice full of sorrow, he asked, “Daddy, where are you? Why haven't you visited me? I'm sick, and it

at the hospital, I will be really upset” Marcus’ brow furrowed, and he

buddy? Hand the phone to mommy, please.” Matthew, teary-eyed, handed the phone to Melissa, saying, “Daddy wants to talk to you." Melissa let out a soft sigh upon