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.

that he regretted nothing at

that his chest was tight with the yearning

home quietly and was

seat was half-open, and a man's

doubt about it.

for a while, and then decided to just ignore him. She

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

moment, gently closing her car door and turning around to face him. “What are you doing here?” Marcus got out of the car and came to her. He raised his hand, glancing at his watch. “Its still early. How does breakfast sound? I know a good place nearby. They make that

was right, he was here trying to salvage whatever was left from the wreck of their relationship. But why? After everything that had happened, was getting

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

Melissa almost laughed

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

Would you like Mommy to come with us?” His strategy worked instantly. Marcus looked at Melissa and said in a clear voice, “I want to eat breakfast with Mom and Dad.” Melissa got

to refuse

the third wheel, Julie made up an excuse

for the diner. White-collar 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. Marcus, who was always dressed sharply in

Marcus’ hangover was yet to subside, but he endured the throbbing in his head in favor

few bites of his sandwich and commented, “It's alright, but it's not as good as

drink last

attention and said softly, “Dad, last night, I got up to go to the bathroom. It

you do, she wouldn't have to work so hard” Marcus knew that Matthew had learnt that line from some TV

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

out if

while they were with their son, so he held back and didn't press when she ignored

and took Matthew away, and Marcus got into

her eyes at him and said, “I have to go to work!” Looking at her face, Marcus asked her

said flatly, “I don't know how you got to that conclusion, but whatever it is you've convinced yourself of, you're wrong. '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 high salary comes with a lot of responsibilities, too.” Bears When she finished, Melissa's shoulders slumped, as if it had taken

feeling guilty. “Melissa...”

not wanting him to see the

out between us.” She paused for a moment, letting her words sink in, and then 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 be just like them to you. You'd flirt with other women to get back at me and push me away without a

rely on you” After a long while, Marcus said softly, “You do mind those women, don't you?” “Get out!” Melissa said angrily, getting a catch in her throat. “'m

late” This time, Marcus didn't make things difficult for her. He exited the car without another word, and then closed the door. The next moment, Melissa was driving

the space now that she was

wouldn't go back on her decision, especially when Marcus didn't respect her. There would be no

an hour later, Melissa

10 AM, she asked her secretary to make an appointment with Alan so they

things

Alan hung up and

Rena was an old friend, and

and thought that she would be

matter. So what if Melissa had a

really wanted her for

ultimately decided

clear with Rena. He dialed her number and waited for her to pick up. When

main point was that he wanted Melissa to marry

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

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 for an excellent match?” Rena reminded him, “She has

I guess 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, I would be

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

help but curse, “What a shameless person! Rena, you made a terrible mistake by introducing

help Melissa, but she had never foreseen

make matters worse, Alan's son was indeed an excellent prospect- handsome, well-mannered and from a good family. Thinking of her own arrogant son,

for a change of

him as he entered, and then asked, “Have

get breakfast with Matthew this morning” 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 insist on being stubborn, i'l be too late for regret.” “What are you

what I'm talking about! He wants Melissa for

better, especially when you're not even putting up a fight” “Melissa's not that kind of

you be more understanding when she went to Heron? You went as far as stealing her client and putting her in a tight spot. If she doesn't work for the Watson Group and make up for it, she wouldn't be

“We have to find

us? Teach him a lesson. That's what you do best, right?”

said indifferently, “Good idea.” His response

at his son, he turned to his wife and said, “Is he really our son? Since when had he been so cold-blooded?” Rena sipped her

gaped at

Marcus went downstairs. After 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

an appointment with Alan

the evening, she arrived at the

when she opened the door, she was

who was about thirty years old. He had a strong resemblance to Alan. He

than them, Thomas and Weldon were

have any contact with the Smith family

she wouldn't have

mother wouldn't have ended

secretary whispered in her ear, “This looks like a set-up.” Melissa stared at Weldon for a long time and said Lightly, “Mr.

here with your brother too.” After saying that,

liked her very much. To his surprise, she was

had turned out for Vanessa. When Weldon came to Alan,

immediately agreed to

Scotts and the Smiths were to unify by

No one here is an outsider. Mr. Smith is your uncle, right? Oh, by the

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

Scott.”

the focus of the situation to entirely business-related

smiled. He knew what she was doing, and instead of being offended, his