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.
whenever. Happy now?” Marcus stubbed out his cigarette, opened the car door to get in. Melissa couldn't help asking, “What the hell do you really want, Marcus?” With a thoughtful look, Marcus held the door.
with a pause, he added, “I really enjoyed last night, Melissa." With that, he hopped in the car
a moment. Matthew was still asleep when she
beside her, Julie spoke softly. “I think Mr. Fowler's still into
he wants to reconcile, make
he break up with his
possibly know?” After a brief silence, she added, “I haven't had time to think about the future. Marcus and I.” Melissa wanted to explain that she and Marcus weren't meant to be together but Julie already knew what had gone down last night, so she
course, understood
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 bucks. He's saying it could bring in seven figures... It might be stretching the truth a bit, but it's still a major deal” After a few
her for a while longer. But to her surprise, he didn't show up
investment. Two days later, Melissa
could dial, Jaime showed up out of the
take you out for a meal” A Scott? Melissa pondered a moment, and then
Jaime's info online, preparing herself for the meeting. Sure enough,
formal wear this time, making him seem even
him. “Mr. Scott, pleasure to have you 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 appointment.” He skipped the formalities, talking to Melissa like an old friend, which felt pretty chill-maybe even
“No way! You and your dad
honor” ‘s Seeing
tone, he said, “Melissa, I'm not here for work, or
Internally, Melissa cursed, “Ugh! Even if you're not working for Alan, you're still his kid!” But on the surface, she stayed cool.
happily agreed
Melissa arrived at the restaurant. Jaime had already ordered food
sharp, but he thought it
down, the waiter started bringing out
— all specialties of the house. Melissa seemed
meal, Jaime refilled her glass of water.
of home. I grew
with
asked, “What about
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 deal for
as Jaime mentioned the
kept her cool. “I have nothing to do
aback, unsure
tie the knot or get involved romantically right now. So, aside from business, there's not much else for us to discuss” Hearing that, Jaime
water, he tried another angle. “Aren't you worried that rejecting me will affect Waston Group's financing?” “I work
nodded with a
to give up, he pushed, “What about Marcus? Are you still into him?” Melissa kept it brief. “That's my personal
encounter, Melissa maintained a balance between confidence and
fond of Melissa, he sighed. “I guess we're just not
down, Jaime
was about to have some more,
It was Marcus.
alone. He had brought along some colleagues from his company, none of whom dared to sit down
Marcus asked, “On a date with Jaime?” Melissa glanced around suspiciously. “Did you have me
scoffed. “I'm not that creepy! I just happened
been spreading rumors. He called my folks this morning, saying you were dining with his son. That's hard to
Melissa was speechless.
to leave but Marcus insisted they stay. In a surprisingly
Miss Brown's treat.” The brown-nosers eagerly
amazing here. I've
of you, Miss Brown,” chimed in
the waiter to clear
her eyes, Melissa thought Marcus had
“Here you go! Enjoy your meal!” About to leave, Melissa was
check on Matthew tonight. You had spicy food for lunch, so tell Julie to make something
still be there but found only Julie,
Melissa searched the
head, Melissa asked, “Julie... Did Marcus come by?”
flight was this afternoon.
always act like that. They don't even care to
She changed the
at night, still seething with anger, Melissa messaged
it fun to pull my leg?!"
be even more fun to pull your pants. Don't you agree?” Receiving Marcus’ message,
him to be
shower. When she
Melissa ignored him and
Lounging in her chair, Melissa paused, and then replied, “Not right now! Alan's probably still fuming. I doubt hes
reviewed a
invest in Waston Group then crossed her mind. Despite their rivalry, Melissa
But then she hesitated.
role, it fell on Melissa to take
passed, Alan continued
him the
each other at a private
happened to be
Weldon, Melissa
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