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.
opened the car door to get in. Melissa couldn't help asking, “What the hell do
“I really enjoyed last night, Melissa." With that, he hopped in the
Matthew was
Julie spoke softly. “I think
wants to reconcile, make sure he’s
he break up with his girlfriend, that
brief silence, she added, “I haven't had time to think about the future. Marcus and I.” Melissa wanted to explain
course, understood Melissa's
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 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 more questions
she'd expected Marcus to bug her for a while longer. But to her surprise, he didn't show up over the next
the investment. Two days later, Melissa was about to call
Jaime showed up out of the
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,
herself for the meeting. Sure enough,
this time, making him seem even younger than
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
and your dad are
‘s Seeing Melissa dodging the topic,
soft tone, he said, “Melissa, I'm not here
I just want to take you out for dinner, as friends. So, can we skip the business talk?” Internally, Melissa cursed, “Ugh! Even if you're not working for Alan, you're still his
agreed
restaurant. Jaime had already ordered food for them. Melissa was
sharp, but he thought it was too formal for a
down, the waiter started bringing out
ordered up big time — all specialties of the house. Melissa seemed to be enjoying
Melissa dug into her meal, Jaime refilled her glass of water. “I didn't expect you
home. I grew up having lots
with a faint
asked, “What about the Smith
Melissa but he also had his own concerns. If Melissa could take over the Smith family, then marrying her would be
soon as Jaime mentioned the Smith family,
kept her cool. “I have nothing to do with them,” she
aback,
it clear. “I appreciate your interest, 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 discuss” Hearing that, Jaime felt
his water, he tried another angle. “Aren't you worried that 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
him?”
maintained a balance
room to negotiate. Disappointed but still fond of Melissa, he sighed. “I guess
turned down, Jaime lost his appetite and
the food here delightful. Just as she was about to have some
It was Marcus.
wasn't alone. He had brought along some colleagues from his company, none of
“On a date with Jaime?” Melissa glanced around suspiciously. “Did
not that creepy! I just happened
folks this morning, saying you were dining with his son. That's hard to ignore”
Melissa was speechless.
stay. In a surprisingly
here! It's Miss Brown's
food's amazing here. I've
of you, Miss Brown,”
hearing this, Marcus signaled the waiter to clear the table and ordered more
thought Marcus had
him several bills and said, “Here you go! Enjoy your meal!” About to leave, Melissa was surprised when
lunch, so tell Julie to make something light for dinner” Melissa wished she
p.m. She expected Marcus to still be there but found only Julie,
searched the
Shaking her head, Melissa asked,
was this afternoon.
even care to tell
changed the subject, played with Matthew and Yvonne, and
night, still seething with
to pull my leg?!"
to pull your pants. Don't you agree?” Receiving Marcus’ message,
hadn't expected him to be so
she returned, there was another message from
Melissa ignored him and retired
chair, Melissa paused, and then replied, “Not right now! Alan's probably still fuming. I doubt hes in any
reviewed a document
Waston Group then crossed her mind. Despite their rivalry, Melissa had to admit it was
But then she hesitated.
it fell on Melissa to take down Alan herself, without Marcus’
Alan continued to
handled him the same
they ran into each other
happened to be
Weldon, Melissa greeted
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