A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 3151-3160

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.

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

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

moment. Matthew was still asleep when she

her, Julie spoke softly. “I

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

up with

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

of course, understood Melissa's

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

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

now was securing the investment. Two

dial, Jaime showed

assistant went into her office and whispered, “Miss Brown, 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 be there

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

wear this time, making him seem even younger

I didn't want to risk you avoiding me with an appointment.” He skipped the formalities, talking to Melissa like an

back. “No way! You and your

Seeing Melissa dodging the topic, Jaime got

not here

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 kid!” But on the surface, she stayed

agreed with a

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

but he thought it was too formal for a

sat down, the waiter started bringing out the

big time — all specialties of the house.

dug into her meal, Jaime refilled her glass of water. “I

dishes remind me of home. I grew up

replied with a

asked, “What about the Smith

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

Jaime mentioned the Smith family, Melissa felt

she kept her cool. “I have nothing to do

was taken aback, unsure

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

worried that rejecting me will affect Waston Group's financing?” “I work

with

Are you still into him?” Melissa kept it brief. “That's my

the encounter, Melissa maintained a balance

room to negotiate. Disappointed but still fond of Melissa, he sighed. “I

being turned down, Jaime lost his appetite

here delightful. Just as she was about to have some more, someone suddenly

It was Marcus.

some colleagues from his company, none

Jaime?” Melissa glanced around suspiciously.

that creepy! I just happened to run

my folks this morning, saying you were dining

Melissa was speechless.

stay. In a surprisingly good

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

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

How generous of you, Miss Brown,” chimed

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

thought

said, “Here you go! Enjoy your meal!” About to

on Matthew tonight. You had spicy food for lunch, so tell Julie to make something light for

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

Melissa searched the

Shaking her head, Melissa asked, “Julie... Did Marcus come by?” Julie

was this afternoon.

They don't even care to tell the loved ones

been fooled by Marcus. She changed the

night, still seething with anger,

fun to pull my leg?!" Five minutes later,

you agree?” Receiving Marcus’ message, Melissa felt a mix of

him to

a shower. When she returned, there was another message from Marcus. “Missing

ignored him and retired to

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

alone, Melissa reviewed

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

But then she hesitated.

on Melissa to take down Alan herself, without

days passed, Alan continued to ignore Melissa.

handled him the

into each other at a private clubs

happened to

Melissa

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