Frozen in the doorway, Melissa forgot to change her shoes as she observed the scene.

Julie spotted her and welcomed her with a smile. “Mr. Fowler arrived early and has been lending a hand in the kitchen. Can you imagine? A CEO helping me cook! Wash your hands and go check on Matthew. He's asleep. Dinner will be ready soon.”

Marcus smiled warmly, addressing Julie, “You can just call me Marcus”

Julie hesitated, feeling unsure about using such an intimate form of address given Marcus’ prestigious status.

Marcus didn't insist.

Turning to Melissa, he seemed at ease. “Matthew played until he wore himself out! I'l bathe him when he wakes up, and then I'l head out. Is that alright?” Marcus had a sensible request, so Melissa couldn't say no.

They just had sex last night, though.

And that left her feeling kind of awkward.

Putting on her indoor shoes, Melissa headed for the bedroom. “I'l go check on Matthew,” she said.

Passing the dining table, she avoided eye contact with Marcus.

Inside the bedroom, she realized her heart was racing with anxiety.

Meanwhile, Matthew was out cold asleep on the bed.

Sitting beside him, Melissa started to relax a little.

Then, Marcus opened the door and barged in.

Melissa wanted to speak up but stayed quiet, fearing another argument.

She did not want this especially in front of Julie and Matthew.

Marcus approached her.

He leaned in close, almost touching her. But instead, he gently stroked Matthew's face.

Occasionally, his slender fingers would brush against hers.

Surprised, Melissa thought about pulling away.

But Marcus didn't resist. Whispering in her ear, he said, “Last night was fun, right? Why are you looking so timid now?” Melissa was speechless. “And you definitely weren't shy last night!” Marcus added.

Instantly, Melissa blushed.

She wasn't backing down. “It was just a one night thing; adults do it all the time! Right, Mr. Fowler?” she shot back.

To her surprise, Marcus agreed, “You're spot on! I miss it already” Getting closer, Marcus breathed by her ear, saying boldly, “Adults satisfying their needs, it's natural. Don't you think?”

His frankness caught Melissa off guard.

She scoffed, “Well see about that!” She expected Marcus to get mad.

But he remained cool. Stepping back, he said, “I'm at your service anytime, Miss Brown!” Melissa was speechless. “You're indeed not like before; you're less thirsty now,” Marcus added.

That ticked her off, so she hurled a pillow at him.

Marcus effortlessly caught it, Locking eyes with her.

Ignoring him, Melissa turned away.

Setting the pillow down, Marcus backed off. Julie interrupted, saying dinner was ready. Melissa hesitated, wanting to stay with Matthew.

Marcus reassured her, “He's out cold. Let's eat first. Matthew's fine.” Exiting the room, Melissa felt dizzy.

She expected Marcus to be in a foul mood after their spat.

So why was he still here, even joining for dinner? Julie was thrilled Marcus stuck around for dinner.

She bustled around, serving soup and dishes. She even singled out a juicy lamb chop for Marcus.

Marcus glanced at Melissa, and then told Julie with a grin, “Feeling a bit worn out lately. Lamb chop's just what I need!” Julie chimed in, “Absolutely! Winter or spring, lamb's always a great

choice! Mr. Fowler, please do enjoy it!” Marcus smiled back. “Thanks, Julie. You're too kind.” Julie beamed. As a married woman, she could sense Marcus still had feelings for Melissa. She'd thought they split but now, maybe there was hope.

Meanwhile, Melissa stayed composed.

After dinner, Matthew was still out, nearing nine o'clock.

Melissa sat on the couch, working on her laptop. She glanced at Marcus who was engrossed in a cartoon on TV.

She gently reminded him, “It's getting late. You should head out” Without hesitation, Marcus checked on Matthew once more before leaving. He grabbed his coat, ready to go. But Melissa stopped him, “I have something to discuss. Meet me downstairs.” While Melissa changed her shoes, Marcus headed downstairs first.

As she joined him, Marcus leaned against the car, puffing on a cigarette.

He looked tall and fit, his coat tossed aside, rocking a dark gray shirt and casual pants, giving off some serious sexy vibes.

In the dim light, he squinted at her. “What's on your mind?” he asked.

Melissa subconsciously tightened her coat. After a moment's pause, she said, “Could you visit Matthew on weekends? Or you call in advance and I'l send him to your place?” With a smirk, Marcus replied, “You don't want me here too often? Scared Ill get in your way?” Melissa didn't want to argue.

Melissa couldn't help asking, “What the hell do you really want, Marcus?” With a thoughtful look, Marcus held the door. “You really don't know?” he

a pause, he added, “I really enjoyed last night, Melissa." With

outside for a moment. Matthew was still asleep when

Julie spoke softly. “I think Mr. Fowler's still into

he wants to reconcile, make sure he’s not seeing someone

he break up with his

think about the future. Marcus and I.” Melissa wanted to

course, understood Melissa's

pat and said with a smile, “Its all up to you! Oh, by the way, Shawn's been on a roll lately. The person who helped him out before thinks highly of him. Today, Shawn just locked down another project that's going to rake in big

expected Marcus to bug her for a while longer. But to her surprise, he didn't show up over the next few days.

investment. Two days later, Melissa was about

dial, Jaime showed up out

his name is Scott and wants to take you out for a meal” A Scott? Melissa pondered a moment, and then realized who her

preparing herself for the meeting. Sure enough, it was Alan's

the formal wear this time, making him seem even

here. But why no heads-up?” Jaime stood up, responding with a faint smile. I didn't want to risk you avoiding me with an

back. “No way! You and your

honor” ‘s Seeing

I'm not

can we skip the business talk?” Internally, Melissa cursed, “Ugh! Even if you're not working for Alan, you're still his kid!” But on the surface, she stayed cool. “Sounds good! How about that nice spot across

happily agreed

an hour later, Melissa arrived at the restaurant. Jaime had already ordered food for them. Melissa was dressed

he thought it was too formal for

down, the waiter

big time — all specialties of

Melissa dug into her meal, Jaime refilled her glass of

dishes remind me of home. I grew up having lots of spicy

replied with a faint

“What about the Smith

had a crush on Melissa but he also had his own concerns. If Melissa could take over the Smith family, then marrying her would be an even better

the Smith family, Melissa

nothing to do

aback, unsure

Mr Scott. But I'm not looking to tie the knot or get involved romantically right now. So, aside from business, there's not much else for us to

Waston Group's financing?” “I work for Waston Group.

with a

Are you still into him?” Melissa kept it brief. “That's my personal business, not yours.” Her expression was

Throughout the encounter, Melissa maintained a balance

but still fond of Melissa, he sighed. “I guess we're just not

being turned down, Jaime lost his appetite

delightful. Just as she was about to have some more, someone suddenly took a seat beside

It was Marcus.

some colleagues from

Melissa glanced around suspiciously. “Did you have me

that creepy! I just happened to run into

morning, saying you were dining with his son. That's

Melissa was speechless.

stay. In a surprisingly

“We're dining here! It's Miss Brown's treat.” The brown-nosers eagerly

amazing here. I've been dying to try it.” one

How generous of you, Miss Brown,” chimed in

waiter to clear

her eyes, Melissa thought

your meal!” About to leave, Melissa was surprised when Marcus didn't

check on Matthew tonight. You had spicy food for lunch, so tell Julie to make something light for dinner” Melissa wished she could throttle

still be there but found only Julie,

Melissa searched the

“What's up? Have you had dinner? I saved you some food” Shaking her head, Melissa asked, “Julie... Did

flight was this afternoon. Matthew also

always act like that. They don't even care to

Marcus. She changed the subject, played with Matthew and Yvonne, and got ready

at night, still seething with anger, Melissa

fun to pull my leg?!" Five minutes

your pants. Don't you

hadn't expected him to

shower. When she returned, there was another

jerk! ) Melissa ignored him and

office. The secretary asked, “Need me to schedule a meeting with Mr. Scott?” Lounging in her chair, Melissa paused, and then replied, “Not right now! Alan's probably still fuming. I doubt hes in any mood to invest. Check out what projects Hosan Union Ltd. is up to lately.

alone, Melissa reviewed a

to invest in Waston Group then crossed her mind. Despite their rivalry, Melissa had to admit it

But then she hesitated.

current role, it fell on Melissa to take down Alan herself, without

passed, Alan continued to

Melissa handled him the

day, they ran into each other

to be there

Weldon, Melissa

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