A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

At Melissa's mention of Jessie, Marcus glanced upstairs.

He remarked, “Even if Jessie struggles, she needs to move on.

Albert's marriage is solid. Even if Jessie goes to Heron, it won't change anything. Albert has a wife now. You're her friend and you should tell Jessie to let go of him and move on with her own life.

And if you keep coddling her, she'll never get over it” As he spoke, Melissa studied his face.

Marcus smirk. “What? Have you never seen a handsome guy like me before?” Melissa admitted honestly, “Nope, never” Marcus’ intense gaze held hers for a moment. Then, he dabbed his lips with a pristine napkin, ruffled Matthew's hair, and said, “I'm off to the office” Matthew immediately scooped up Minnie, chiming, “Bye, dad.” Marcus chuckled. He figured Matthew just wanted more time with the dog. Like mother, like son, with a mind of his own.

Less than an hour after Marcus departed, Julie showed up.

Julie was ready to lend a hand if Melissa needed it. Plus, having Yvonne

stay with them would be a good arrangement.

Julie even opened up to Melissa, saying, “You know what I'm thinking?

Shawn's raking in the money now. I'm worried he might blow it all, so Janet needs to stick by him. That's why Yvonne's staying with me.

With no kiddos around, they can focus on their careers. And I can also help you taking care of Matthew.” Melissa inquired about Shawn's progress. She was genuinely pleased for him.

Just then, Matthew dashed over, wrapping Julie in a tight hug, bringing tears to her eyes.

Julie missed Matthew dearly too.

With Julie there, Melissa felt at ease heading to the office.

At noon, Melissa called but another servant picked up. The servant stammered, “Miss Green's up. She's with Matthew, waiting on Julie to cook them something.” Melissa breathed a sigh of relief. That was good news.

After hanging up, she sank into her leather chair, pondering Jessie's situation.

Bringing Jessie back wasn't just about providing her shelter. Jessie was in hot water with her folks. But they wouldn't dare cause a scene at Marcus’ place.

Melissa owed Marcus yet another one.

As she mulled over this, the desk phone rang. It was the secretary's sweet voice. “Miss Brown, Mr. Fowler, CEO of the Fowler Group, wants to tee off with you this afternoon.”

She was obviously referring to Marcus.

Golf? They had breakfast together this morning. Why didn't he mention it then, instead of having his secretary to make the call and relay the message? After a moment's thought, Melissa replied, “Three in the afternoon, then” After hanging up, Melissa tapped out a message on WhatsApp.

“Lame-ol” She even added an eye-roll emo.

It took Marcus about half an hour to reply.

“You weren't like this last night when I was on your bed. You wanted me bad” Melissa's cheeks burned red.

Marcus had nailed it. She had desires too.

With Marcus parading around like that every day, who wouldn't feel something? Before three in the afternoon, Melissa received more news.

And it was good news.

Alan agreed to invest in the Waston Group's project, which came as a pleasant surprise. Melissa quickly called for a meeting, instructing the PR department to spread the word.

Sure enough, before the stock market closed, the Waston Group's stocks soared.

Albert even called personally. “Melissa, you've proven me right. This is a gamechanger” With a small grin, Melissa replied, “As long as I don't disappoint.” After hanging up, Melissa was in high spirits.

Then, Marcus rang her. He sounded peeved.

“Why haven't you come yet?” Melissa checked the time; it was already five.

She apologized to Marcus, “Sorry, I got held up. How about we reschedule?” Marcus’ voice dropped as he replied, “You know what? If you let me have you tonight, we'll reschedule this to next time.

Melissa was both shocked by Marcus’ words.

She could hardly believe her ears that he had said such words publicly.

Moreover, she knew she was Marcus’ only woman throughout the years, s0 he shouldn't have been this smooth in flirting, right? So how could he speak in such a wild manner? But since Melissa was in a good mood, she replied with a snort, “Just wait and see” This response did not annoy Marcus.

Instead, he said offhandedly, “Come on over. We can still play a few rounds before we lose the light” Melissa didn't say no.

But since she didn't want to go with him alone, she took her secretary with her in the company car.

By now, the twilight was beginning to approach, but the scenery still looked marvelous and the evening breeze felt cool on everyone's skin.

Hence, Melissa changed into sportswear and a loose jacket before beginning the journey. When they arrived at their destination, she pulled off the jacket and handed it to her secretary before grabbing the golf club.

To her surprise, eight people were also present at the golf course with Marcus.

All of them were senior executives of Fowler Group.

What was most surprising to Melissa was that among them was an old acquaintance of hers, Ryan. She couldn't comprehend why Marcus had allowed Ryan to keep working for him since he didn't like him very much.

He had even recently promoted Ryan to the position of manager and now, he had allowed him to come to the golf course.

But Melissa didn't say anything or ask any questions.

Though she and Marcus were not on an equal footing, they were still rivals in the business world. As for Ryan, the only thing he could do now was to pick golf balls for his boss, Marcus.

But the way Ryan was so submissive and eager while he did this made Melissa very surprised.

She couldn't help but take more than a second glance at him. But Ryan, on the other hand, didn't even look at her. It was as if he didn't know her.

Apparently, Marcus was very good at bringing people under his control.

At this point, Marcus walked over to Melissa and said to her in a serious tone, “Miss Brown,

you've really kept us waiting." He was only pretending to sound displeased, and Melissa also responded in a similar manner, “Oh, I'm so sorry. Something urgent came up and I just had to stay and take care of it” Marcus didn't say anything in response. Instead, he just went ahead to briefly introduce the people around him to Melissa. Most of them were senior members of Fowler Group who had been with the company since Korbyn was CEO. They were not young men by any stretch. Hence, they were all highly experienced. But despite their age, they had no wish to retire.

Melissa shook hands with each of them as graciously and respectfully as she could.

But these men had heard some rumors about what was supposedly going on between these two. Only a few days ago, they heard that Marcus had broken up with Melissa, but now, he had brought her here to play golf with them. Yet, he had just called her Miss Brown. It was all very confusing. Were they still together or not? Determined to find out the true state of their relationship, one of them said to Melissa, “Miss Brown, I just heard that you received some investment from Mr. Scott's company. Alan is a straightforward man, but he's also very smart. It's not easy to pull off what you've achieved.”

“Well,” Melissa responded with a faint smile, “Waston Group is in business. We welcome investment from all and sundry."

At this point, Marcus cut in and said to Melissa, “Miss Brown, this is the VP of the development department of our group, Ryan Jenkins.

introducing you two.” Melissa's face was expressionless when she heard

on his face and greeted

saying, “There's no need to shake hands. Miss Brown is a very

made less money than most senior members of Fowler Group, she was still the highest representative of her company. Hence, she was on the same level as Marcus

expectations, Marcus didn't discuss

the green lawn with his golf club, he looked really handsome in his white

‘s

terrain briefly, he swung at the

what he wanted to hear, but when she saw how he was looking at her with a charming smile and noticed him winking at her, the true meaning of his action and subsequent question became

the bastard was seducing her

Melissa

as she used to be, so she still went ahead to compliment him. After that, Marcus began to teach her how to play golf. She

a very

great lengths to bring her here. Was it just to teach her how to play golf? This was what was on her mind as she washed her hands in

familiar voice suddenly called her

and slowly turned around. Ryan was

was Luxuriously decorated and under the overhead lights, Ryan's face looked haggard and pale, just

was shocked to see

days when she and Marcus were at his apartment, and when they even had their first intimate

well, Melissa,” Ryan said in a

with Marcus look good. You know, after Marcus snatched that case from you, I thought you guys wouldn't

Melissa had recovered her composure enough to turn

bad to you, Ryan. I wonder why you hate me so much?” A complicated look appeared in Ryan's eyes when she said

gratitude to his family and never really saw her as someone he loved. But when he discovered how much she had achieved now, he couldn't help but feel a

he was

over. Whenever he encountered difficult middle-aged female clients, he always needed to sacrifice his

bodies

a lot of money at Fowler

With the money, he had purchased a big apartment that covered an area of about 180 square meters. He now had afirm foothold in Duefron. He even had a young girl that

he couldn't make her pregnant, there was a way he

Jenkins family an heir.

if he had everything he needed, but when

today’s activity in the first place, but I'm here,” he said with a bitter smile on his face. “Why do

here telling me all these things because you feel upset, but you were the one who chose this road for yourself, weren't you?"

a clear indication that she

She didn't look down on him

because when she was a child, she saw him as the most

point, Melissa felt that she needed

door, Ryan instinctively reached out in an

in a light tone, “Minnie bit Jessie.

threatened to put Minnie down.”

you not to spoil Jessie too much, you know. Did you bring her home with the intention of making her your daughter?”

to stare at

wanted to see on his face. Maybe she wanted to see if he was angry, or maybe

give her any chance. Instead,

was early spring, and her fingertips were

asked your driver and secretary to go. We can go home in

was right behind

he had seen Ryan. She didn't say anything.

she should have told Marcus the truth after all Back then, she liked him

straightforwardly that even though she had a boyfriend, she Liked him more, perhaps he could still have

you trying to forget me and you can't, that’s why you hate me with such passion?”

glad you know.” Melissa broke into a smile. It had been a long time since she smiled like

beautiful

first fell for him. Now, he had fallen for

got into the car, Marcus

Itwas already getting dark.

could say Jack, he had

and held

in a whisper.

his bright eyes looked hard and unpredictable. “What? Don't

long time since they had

for an answer, Marcus ki*sed her slender neck

wanted

lean against him.

feeling mentally stressed. But she

it somewhere else. She hesitated for a moment before finally

making her feel a way that she

for her to move from resistance

Lips to his ear and said softly, “Marcus, you're sweating a lot” Marcus looked

surprised. She felt Marcus had indeed

had always been arrogant, he rarely said such crude words in

she wouldn't like it, but on the contrary, it actually turned her on every

breaths, once ragged, now found a tranquil rhythm, as both

were a frst for them. The adventure had been thrilling, yet in its wake, an awkward silence

from the night's

a quick smoke, and then we'll go home!” Melissa's response was terse. “ALL right.” ‘s Her words

cast a glance back

button her blouse, her fingers trembling with

Marcus drew her close and took over the task with a finesse that belied

“Didn't you enjoy them?” Marcus retorted, his smile barely visible in the dim light as he cracked the

soft glow briefly illuminated his features, highlighting the handsome contours of his face that

wave of shame washed over her. The complexity of their relationship was something she struggled

mindful of Melissa in the car, took a few quick drags

reminder over his shoulder. “Just stay in the back seat. Tidy up a bit. Let's not give anyone anything to talk

driver's seat, casting a quick glance at his watch before igniting

nearing nine o'clock in the evening, marking nearly an hour since he and Melissa

time together lingered sweetly in his mind, leaving him yearning for more. If circumstances had been different, he wouldn't have parted from Melissa so swiftly. After all, satisfaction didn't come easily, especially for a man like himself in his

ride back was enveloped in silence, each lost

Matthew on the porch, clutching Minnie in