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,

sharper

capabilities; she just knew he

mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes a whizin

of what to

a complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of course,

for a servant to

that, she strolled into the

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

at the table, engrossed in a

they were in for a

and took a seat

these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

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

Marcus

anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in

glanced at

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

Janet, huh? The

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

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 hand and murmured, Im not

her usual tone with

his eyes away from her, enchanted by

same time, Melissa stared right back at

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

and suggested, Lets chat

understood it as Marcus offering

grateful but a heaviness lingered in

between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow

upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

at the wine left

drained it slowly, and then poured

she felt

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat

will be

her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she

head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At

and found comfort in

to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was

being a big guy, made Matthew

and

an affectionate

strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

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

scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying

you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits?

caress her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa

maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions

letting her off the hook

Worried she might stumble, Melissa

the door

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

you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch,

face His face looked

eyes with Marcus, 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 anyone else! Is that

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at her

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

she tried torise, she felt

the pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it

making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess

a few days! And he assured

I can still

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

cost had been

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 worry. Im fine! Dont fret

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then,

on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look that could

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

her shoulder.

I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They

the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their

he headed back to the

getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a

at the bedroom door before

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told

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

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