A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

The woman leaned close to him, undeterred by his glum expression.

She had schemed to be there, claiming that her car had broken down before asking him to give her a ride home.

Marcus hadn't refused out of respect for her father, but he wasn't expecting to be seen by Melissa, of all people.

Not that he should be bothered by this — they had broken up, after all.

The problem was, he did feel bothered. He was flustered and angry and evenalittle regretful.

As soon as Melissa's car disappeared in the distance, Marcus got out of the car and slammed the door closed behind him.

He turned to his driver, instructing him to drive the girl home.

Feeling aggrieved, she also got out of the car and demanded, “Is it because of her?” Marcus stood tall and brooding in his black suit.

He lit a cigarette and took a couple of drags before asking, “Her, who?” “Melissa! From the Watson Group.

I heard that she got her position through Mr. Watson's help. She wouldn't have been promoted so fast if there was nothing going on between them.

So, are you rejecting me because of her? You can't possibly be unaware that I'm trying to pursue you. Do you honestly think that woman is worth more than I am?” She was shaking with emotion, and her tone turned aggressive with every word she spoke.

Instead of answering her, Marcus put his cigarette out and got back inside the car. The girl tried to do the same, but he stopped her.

“She is the mother of my son,” he said, his tone icy. “While you are a nobody to me. What made you think you can insult her to my face?” He pulled the door closed, forcing her to back away, and then snapped at Ross, “Drive!” Ross had overheard every bit of their conversation, and couldn't be more pleased with its result. Still, he wasn't as cruel as his master. “It may not be a good idea, Mr. Fowler.” he said as he started the engine. “What if she runs into some hooligans if we leave her all by herself?”

“I don't care!” Marcus glanced at the rearview mirror and saw the girl stamping her feet, no doubt throwing a tantrum.

Ross grinned. “Well, it's not her fault. This is on you, really, you ladykiller.

Despite being a father, you still have a flock of women constantly chasing after you. If I were Melissa, Id be furious, too.

Ah, where are we headed, by the way?” Marcus clicked his tongue and leaned back in his seat. He didn't care for Ross’ words, either.

He fiddled with his phone for a while before asking James out for a drink. It was cold, and it was late. James dragged himself out of bed and did not hesitate to give Marcus a piece of his mind. “Look here, you may be single, but I have a wife and children to keep me company in my nice, ‘warm home. Seriously, if you weren't helping with my business, I would never go out in the middle of the night just to drink and listen to your woes. Tell me, did you have another fight with Melissa? Why don't you just go straight to her and ask her if she still loves you, huh? Be a man and beg on your knees!”

James’ mockery almost made Marcus hang up in anger. But before he could end the call, James stopped him with an apology.

Late that night, they met at a bar they frequented.

They sat at one of the tables in the corner. Despite choosing a low-key place, several women quickly took notice and sent flirtatious glances at them, with some going as far as accosting them.

Marcus was unimpressed and ignored every single one of them.

James held a cigarette between their slender fingers, showing his ring.

“I'm married.” With a chuckle, the beauties left them alone.

James narrowed his eyes and took a drag of the cigarette. As he slowly blew out smoke, he gently knocked on the table and said, “Since you can't get over her, your only option is to get her back.

You've been together for so long. You just need to rekindle the feelings that are already there. Don't forget, there are many other men pursuing Melissa even now. If she wanted to, she would have plenty of options.” Without saying a word, Marcus clinked his cup with James's.

James let out a sigh. “And stop acting like you don't care” The two drank until two in the morning. When they finished, James felt tired and drunk. He had work early the next day, so he left first.

Marcus sat there for a moment, alone with his thoughts.

Ross grew sleepy in the car.

When Marcus sat in the car, Ross shivered and asked, “Are we going back to your parents’ now?” Marcus leaned back against his seat and answered, “Let's go back to my apartment.” Ross wiped his face, spunk up and drove.

After a while, he said, “No one uses that place. Itd be perfect if Melissa moves in with your son. It's near your company, so you would be able to have Lunch with them even on weekdays.” Marcus turned his head and stared at the night outside the window.

Ross didn't press the matter anymore.

The car rolled to a stop in front of the apartment building. Marcus asked Ross to leave first, and then went upstairs.

The apartment had been cleaned regularly. Everything looked the same as before.

However, the place had been vacant for a long time, so it seemed empty and desolate.

Marcus had drunk too much tonight, and he was starting to feel uncomfortable. Still, he did't want to go to bed yet. A Lonesomeness.

took hold of him as he thought about life. He had a thriving career, but what good did that do him? At the end of the day, he was still alone.

He walked to the guest room.

Then, he sat on the edge of the bed and lay down.

The heating in the apartment was off, but Marcus didn't want to get up and turn it on. He lay outstretched on the bed for a long time before taking something from his pocket.

Itwas a diamond ring for Melissa.

She had casually put it aside in the drawer when they broke up. He took it back and never told her.

They didn't need words to understand what it meant.

Until now, Marcus had never regretted a single decision he had made in his life... But now he was just miserable. There were plenty of beautiful ‘women surrounding him, but he had no interest in any of them.

Now, he was lying on the bed, feeling hollow and dejected.

His eyes were fixed on the diamond ring for a long time before gently putting it back into the drawer.

Melissa...

In the dark night, Marcus quietly stared at the ceiling.

Thoughts came rushing into his head, his memories with Melissa filling his mind.

he regretted nothing at that

only thing he knew was that his chest was tight with the

the morning, Melissa left home quietly and was about

The door to the driver's seat was half-open, and a man's leg stretched out from

it.

then decided to just ignore him. She opened the door

then, Marcus called from the other vehicle. His voice was raspy

came to her. He raised his hand, glancing at his

the wreck of their relationship. But why? After everything that had happened, was getting back together still

But Marcus was already retrieving his wallet from the car. “It's still

Melissa almost

at the sight of them and said, “Matthew didn't eat much earlier. With you here, Mr. Fowler, 'm

the little boy, he said, “Let's go. Would you like Mommy to come with us?” His strategy worked instantly. Marcus looked at Melissa and said in

the heart to refuse

to be the third wheel, Julie made up an excuse and

workers and nearby residents made up most of the customers inside. The aroma of food and the low hum of chatter filled the space with life.

he endured the throbbing in his head in

not as good as Julie's” Melissa had ordered a soy latte for herself and

drink last night

today. He tugged at his father’s arm to get his attention and said softly, “Dad, last night, I got up to go to

have to work so hard” Marcus knew that Matthew had learnt

looked at Melissa. The dark circles under her eyes were still visible despite her

too hard. Is that really necessary? You'll wear yourself out if you keep that

their son, so he held back

Julie came and took Matthew away, and Marcus got into the passenger seat of Melissa's

him and said, “I have to go to work!” Looking at her face, Marcus asked her softly, “Is Albert that important to you? Is that why you're working so hard for him?” She

'm not doing this for Albert or for the Watson Group. I have a kid, and I have to put food on the table. I won't be getting as much as I am now if I'm just taking things easy. A

softened, feeling guilty. “Melissa...”

not wanting him to

said indifferently, “You've always disliked my work. Then, you went and invited Violette into your house. You let any woman sit in your car because each one of them is just as replaceable as the next. They don't mean anything to you. I'm scared, Marcus. One day, if you got upset, I'd

than have to rely on you” After a long while, Marcus said softly, “You do mind those women, don't you?” “Get out!” Melissa said angrily, getting

make things difficult for her. He exited the car without another word, and then closed the door. The next moment,

all over the space

was, she wouldn't go back on her decision, especially when Marcus didn't

hour later, Melissa arrived at

do. At 10 AM, she asked her secretary to make an appointment with Alan so they could

arranged things

hung up

Rena was an old friend,

after meeting Melissa, he grew to admire her and thought that she would be a good match for

if Melissa had a

really wanted her for

a while, but ultimately decided to do things right

her number and waited for

point was that he wanted Melissa

She almost couldn't believe her own ears. “Alan, are you sure about

think she would make a great wife! Melissa is capable, and my son is absorbed in his research. She can manage the family business in his place. Don't you think they'll make

I'l gain a cute grandson after she marries my son. I've seen the boy's photos. He's adorable. Don't worry, Mrs. Fowler. The boy will be treated as my own. If Melissa agrees,

Scott. It has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?” Rena

a shameless person! Rena, you made a terrible mistake by introducing him to Melissa” There was no one more upset than Rena

wanted to help Melissa, but she had

well-mannered and from a good family. Thinking of her own arrogant

Marcus arrived for a

entered,

A mix of complicated feelings filled her chest. “Why didn't you bring Matthew back here?” There was a pause before Marcus answered, “I have to go to the company later” He was about to go upstairs when Waylen, unable to help himself, sneered at him. “Your wife is going to be taken away by other men, and here you are still obsessed with that damned work. If you

“Alan Scott. That's what I'm talking about! He wants Melissa for his

so special? There are many others who can do what you can and even better, especially when you're not even putting up a fight” “Melissa's not that

be more understanding when she went to Heron? You went as far as stealing her client and putting her in a tight spot. If

was Waylen who spoke next. “We have

what you do

shirt, he said indifferently, “Good idea.” His

he turned to his wife and said, “Is he really our son? Since when had

gaped at

freshening up, he seemed more energetic, which made his father jealous. “His youth makes me envious. It's such a pity he's wasting it away, with no wife beside him.” Marcus lowered his head, buttoning his jacket. “I'l have one soon.” “Bullshit!” With a faint smile, Marcus

appointment

in the evening, she arrived at the restaurant on

opened the door, she

his secretary were there, along with a young man who was about thirty years old. He

Thomas and Weldon were

had been in the past, she would have left immediately. Just because she didn't have any contact with the Smith family didn't

wouldn't have been

have ended up the way she

whispered in her ear, “This looks like a set-up.” Melissa stared at Weldon

your brother too.” After saying that, she walked in and

liked her very much. To his surprise,

for Vanessa. When Weldon came to Alan, Alan knew that the Smiths thought

agreed to

and the Smiths were to unify by marriage, it would make

is your uncle, right? Oh, by the way,

said, “So this is your son. This project must really be important,

Scott.”

focus of the situation

He knew what she was doing, and instead of