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.

door to get in. Melissa couldn't help asking, “What the hell do you really want, Marcus?” With a

he added, “I really enjoyed last night, Melissa." With that, he hopped in

outside for a moment. Matthew was

her, Julie spoke softly. “I think Mr.

if he wants to reconcile, make

up with his girlfriend,

had time to think about the future. Marcus and I.” Melissa wanted to explain that she and Marcus weren't meant to be together

of course, understood Melissa's

project that's going to rake in big bucks. He's saying it could bring in seven figures... It might be stretching

But to her surprise, he didn't show up over the next few days. Slowly, he slipped from her mind

investment. Two days later, Melissa was about

she could dial, Jaime

take you out for a meal” A Scott? Melissa pondered a moment, and then realized who her visitor was. She

info online, preparing herself for the meeting. Sure enough, it was Alan's son waiting in the reception

this time, making him

faint smile. I didn't want to risk you

smiled back. “No way! You and your dad are VIPs at Waston

Seeing Melissa dodging the topic,

soft tone, he said, “Melissa, I'm not here for work, or

“Ugh! Even if you're not working for Alan, you're still his kid!” But

happily agreed with a

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

looked sharp, but he thought it was too

sat down, the waiter started bringing

time — all specialties of the

meal, Jaime refilled her glass of water. “I

dishes remind me of home. I grew

with a faint

asked, “What about

his own concerns. If Melissa could take

as Jaime mentioned the Smith family, Melissa

her cool. “I have nothing to do with them,”

was taken aback, unsure how

the knot or get involved romantically right now. So, aside from business, there's not much else for

rejecting me will affect Waston Group's financing?” “I work for Waston Group. I do my best and they pay me for it.

nodded with a

Marcus? Are you still into him?”

Throughout the encounter, Melissa maintained a balance between confidence and

of Melissa, he sighed. “I guess we're just not meant to be." Melissa simply

down, Jaime lost his appetite

delightful. Just as she was about to

It was Marcus.

alone. He had brought along some colleagues from his company, none

date with Jaime?” Melissa glanced

scoffed. “I'm not that creepy! I just happened to run into

been spreading rumors. He called my folks this morning, saying you were dining with his son. That's hard to

Melissa was speechless.

but Marcus insisted they stay. In a surprisingly good mood, he invited

to join. “We're dining here! It's Miss Brown's

heard the food's amazing here. I've been

you, Miss Brown,”

hearing this, Marcus signaled the waiter to clear the table and ordered

thought Marcus had

your meal!” About to leave,

spicy food for lunch, so tell

eight p.m. She expected Marcus to still be there but found only Julie,

Melissa searched the

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

was

like that. They don't even care to tell the loved

reveal she'd been fooled by Marcus. She changed the subject, played with Matthew and

night, still seething with anger, Melissa

it fun to pull my leg?!" Five

pull your pants. Don't you agree?” Receiving

him to

she returned, there was another message

Melissa ignored him

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. See if we've got any tough competition.” She added after a moment's thought, If so, we'll definitely need

reviewed

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

But then she hesitated.

role, it fell on Melissa to take

days passed, Alan continued to ignore Melissa.

him the same

ran into each other at a private clubs golf

happened to

Melissa greeted

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