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.
couldn't help asking, “What the hell do you really want, Marcus?” With a thoughtful look, Marcus held
last night, Melissa." With that, he hopped in the car and drove
moment. Matthew was still
spoke softly. “I think Mr.
if he wants to reconcile, make sure
he break up with his girlfriend, that Finch
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
course, understood Melissa's
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
bug her for a while longer. But to her surprise, he didn't show up over the next few days.
main goal now was securing the investment. Two days later,
could dial, Jaime showed up out of the
you have a visitor. He says his name is Scott and wants to take you out for a meal” A Scott? Melissa pondered a moment, and then realized who her visitor was. She set aside her folder and said, “Show him to the reception room. I'll
the meeting. Sure enough, it was Alan's son waiting in
formal wear this time, making him
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 a little too
You and your dad are VIPs at
Seeing Melissa dodging the topic, Jaime
he said, “Melissa, I'm not here for work, or
Even if you're not working for Alan, you're still his kid!” But on
agreed
later, Melissa arrived at the restaurant. Jaime had already ordered food for them. Melissa was dressed in a suit, catching his eye for a
thought it
down, the waiter started bringing out
ordered up big time — all specialties of the house. Melissa seemed to
refilled her glass of water. “I didn't
home. I
replied with a faint
“What
If Melissa could
the Smith family,
have nothing to
aback,
Mr Scott. But I'm not looking to tie the knot or get involved romantically right
“I work for Waston Group. I do my best and they pay me for it. It is that simple,”
nodded with a tight
to give up, he pushed, “What about Marcus? Are you still into him?” Melissa kept it brief. “That's my
encounter, Melissa maintained
still fond of Melissa, he sighed. “I guess we're just not meant to be." Melissa simply offered
being turned down, Jaime
as she was about to have some more, someone suddenly
It was Marcus.
colleagues from his company, none of whom dared to
Melissa glanced around suspiciously. “Did
scoffed. “I'm not that creepy! I just happened
spreading rumors. He called my folks this morning, saying you were dining with his son. That's hard to ignore” he
Melissa was speechless.
leave but Marcus insisted they stay. In a surprisingly good
It's Miss Brown's treat.” The
I've been dying
of you, Miss Brown,”
signaled the waiter to
her eyes, Melissa thought Marcus had no
your
check on Matthew tonight. You had spicy food for lunch, so tell Julie
still be there but found
Melissa searched the
saved you some food” Shaking her head, Melissa asked, “Julie... Did Marcus come by?” Julie was surprised. “Nope! He called this morning, said
was this afternoon.
Men always act like that. They don't even care to tell the
couldn't reveal she'd been fooled by Marcus. She changed the subject, played
night, still seething with
it fun to pull my leg?!"
pull your pants. Don't you agree?” Receiving Marcus’ message, Melissa
hadn't expected him
When she returned, there was
jerk! ) Melissa ignored him and retired
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
alone, Melissa reviewed a document
to invest in Waston Group then crossed her mind. Despite their rivalry, Melissa had to admit
But then she hesitated.
role, it fell on Melissa to take down Alan herself,
days passed, Alan continued to ignore
him the same
day, they ran into each other at a
to
Weldon, Melissa
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