Janets voice trembled with tears.

Struggling to speak, she managed, Melissa Shawn He..

Melissa sensed something was wrong. Take your time. Breathe. Tell me whats going on.

Janet broke down, saying between sobs, Shawns messed up big time! Can you come over, Melissa? Without hesitation, Melissa reassured her, Im on my way! She grabbed her car keys and dashed out of the office.

The job offer letter remained on her desk Thirty minutes later.

Marcus, wrapping up a meeting nearby, decided to swing by Melissas office for coffee.

However, he learned from the secretary that Melissa had left earlier.

Marcus, with a soft tone, expressed, Do you mind if I wait for her here? He was not just the head honcho at Fowler Group, but also Melissas boyfriend.

The assistant hesitated, deciding not to intervene as Marcus strolled into Melissas office curiously.

Inside Melissas office.

Taking a quick look around, Marcus gaze landed on the letter.

He picked it up delicately, scanning its contents.

Ah, it seemed Melissa had earned herself another promotion! Meanwhile, Melissa drove back to her old apartment, where Shawn and his family were staying now.

As she entered, she found Julie consoling Janet.

Janet looked lost. Spotting Melissa, she croaked, Im sorry to bother you, Melissa. But I really didnt know who else to turn to.

Melissa reached out, comforting her immediately.

Wiping her tears, Julie turned to Melissa, explaining, Shawns been on a roll lately with his business. I warned him not to get too cocky, but he never listens. He thought he hit the jackpot with some merchandise, worth millions, but it got ruined in the rain during transportation!

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Now, those clients wont deal with him unless he compensates them! Im not sorry for him. Just for Janet and Yvonne! Julie exclaimed with frustration.

She wished Shawn would work hard and ear some honest money to support his family. Melissa had cautioned him countless times but he had always brushed it off.

Now, he was deep in trouble Hearing Julies words, Melissa was stunned. That was a hefty sum.

It equaled her yearly earnings. And she wouldnt get her hands on it until year-end.

After pondering, Melissa suggested, It looks like weve got no choice but to sell the apartment.

But the apartment wasnt fully paid off. After settling the mortgage and gathering her cash, she would only have around four to five million dollars.

That was nowhere near enough! Julie and Janet objected to Melissa taking on the debt. It was all Shawns fault, they argued.

They couldnt let Melissa shoulder it.

In the end, they both broke down in tears.

Meanwhile, Melissa resolved herself.

Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join Stay Updated for All Books Updates Julie had been her rock for years. No matter how bad Shawn was, she

couldnt abandon them.

Soon, Melissa contacted an agent and listed the apartment online.

Due to the relatively low price, potential buyers flooded in. Melissa had to stick around for house viewings Eventually, she sold the apartment at a bargain that very night.

But Janet refused to move into the villa.

Melissa had to find a rental for them.

In the evening, Shawn called, sounding anxious. He hinted that if he didnt cough up the cash, they were going to come after him Shawn used to be a smooth-talker but now fear laced his every word.

He even broke down on the line.

What do we do? If something happens to Shawn, what about Yvonne and me?

Janet burst into tears once more.

The person on the other end snatched the phone and spoke icily.

Your man slept with my woman! He also tried to mess up my business.

Hes lucky Im only taking one of his hands! Turns out he was duped by that woman. Shes got another man! Melissa was floored by the revelation.

Janet went pale with shock, while Julie also felt humiliated.

Thanks to Shawns actions, their future looked bleak! When Melissa got back to the villa, it was late. She returned alone.

Yvonne ran into her arms as soon as she entered.

The little girl sobbed. Aunt Melissal Is Daddy going to die?

Gently patting her head, Melissa asked, How do you know about that? Yvonne, tears streaming down her cheeks, blurted out, Mom rang, wanting to fetch me, but Uncle Marcus turned her down.

Melissa glanced up, spotting Marcus by the doorway.

Guess hes been back awhile. She thought, noting his relaxed attire.

light,

spun around, chiming,

were sharper

capabilities;

right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you.

of

expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa

a servant to attend

that, she strolled into the Living

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus,

meanwhile, sat at the table,

were in for a ate

sidled over and took a seat

days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback, bit her

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost

fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead

him. So she sat down in her chair and

glanced at

he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach

up with Janet, huh? The

assured, The

towards the dishes, saying, Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had enough to eat? Beneath the table, Melissa grasped his

her usual

couldnt tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by

stared right back

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

and suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as Marcus offering his

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness

but this situation made it feel like they were striking a

upstairs,

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the wine

and

she felt

the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

will be just fine, she reassured.

Are Mom and Dad

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy

be told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she were

to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp

trusted Melissa and

stayed until Yvonne drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The

guy, made Matthew look

of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the

Shawn strayed? Marcus

softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage

intense eyes, as

she finished speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about

Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt

take the lead in their intimate moments, but

her off the hook

headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa

shut the door with

me! Are

Have you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her

sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy to

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about

gaze, Marcus stared at her

his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa awoke

she tried torise, she felt

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it

pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she

back in a few days! And he assured me

can still be with

help

cost had been

on the beds edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa?

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in,

why her temps up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

her shoulder. You

a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last

the

Was it intentional?\

eyes, Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so

their driver but Marcus volunteered to

back

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine

at the bedroom door before

magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told

through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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