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.

soft light,

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

about Marcus capabilities; she

asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for

unsure of what

Marcus turned

Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of

for a servant to attend to

strolled into

rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

the table, engrossed in a

they were in

over and took

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

Marcus expected her to plead with

chair and spoke

at the

poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a sip, he added

with his boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried Yvonne might

could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont catch

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

usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted

same time, Melissa stared right back

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

Lets chat in my room later.

it as Marcus offering

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship less

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

for bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left in her glass, Marcus

drained it slowly, and then poured herself

felt a

on Yvonne in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked the

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

be just

another question, Are Mom and

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

she were Janet, shed find it hard

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

and found comfort

Yvonne drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out

guy,

up and

an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

lie to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless,

her with intense

What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got

Tell me, are

to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her off guard, making her feel

her off

room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to

shut the door with

and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa?

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

sweat, and his face His face

she could ever grow tired of

kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing

gaze, Marcus stared

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

tried torise, she felt sore all

her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door

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

back in a few days! And he

splitting, and I can still be with

couldnt help

cost had

okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes worry. Im fine! Dont fret

didnt seem convinced. Just then,

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

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

touched her shoulder. You get

a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot

was her fertile time, so the chances of her

Was it intentional?\

a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their

their

he headed back

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through

bedroom

up and said, Yvonne told

asked softly, Are you skipping work today?

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