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, he looked quite

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

capabilities; she just

be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes

unsure of what to

turned

Is Daddy going

a servant to attend

she strolled into the

horse crafted by Marcus,

the table,

were in for a

sidled over and took a

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

the paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on

was fully aware that Marcus expected her

sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the details

at the

to her room, he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why

Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded.

her concern, Marcus assured, The

had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally

usual tone with

eyes away from her, enchanted

Melissa stared right back

one hand holding her delicate fingers,

Lets chat in my room

understood it as Marcus offering his

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship

upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the

drained it slowly, and then

felt a pleasant

girl lying with teary

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

dad will be just fine,

question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce?

and felt a pang of sympathy

line. If she were Janet, shed find it

patted Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in

into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a Light in Marcus

big guy, made Matthew look

the sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to

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

to caress her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle this

want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead

letting her off the

his room. Worried she

shut the

on the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me,

you? His approach was soft

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face

how she could ever grow tired of him

and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at

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

she felt sore all

it, Marcus! Her waist felt

adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what? Uncle Marcus

in a few days! And he assured me Mom

I can still be with

help but share the girls

cost had been

on the beds edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes

seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled

up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas

gave Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

Melissa, he gently touched her

couldnt hold back anymore. Im not pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned

so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

But Melissa couldnt quite read him

school by their driver but Marcus

back to

headboard, flipping through a fashion

lingered at the bedroom

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me. Thanks,

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

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