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.

the soft light, he looked quite

spun around,

were sharper than

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew

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

hesitated, unsure of

complex expression, Marcus turned and

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

arranged for a servant

strolled into the

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed

they were in for

Melissa sidled over and took a

electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

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

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead

down in her chair

glanced at

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

fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled,

sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick.

could respond, he gestured 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

wasnt her usual

couldnt tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by

same time, Melissa stared right

delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

Lets chat in my room later.

it as

grateful but a heaviness lingered in

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

upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the

it slowly, and then poured

felt a

Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her,

will be

her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she

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

Melissa and found comfort in

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

guy, made Matthew

sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne

affectionate

Marcus inquired casually, though his

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

spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

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 calling it

Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with

more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments,

wasnt letting her off

for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his

Marcus shut the door with his

Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis

His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed

and his face His face looked

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired

Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else!

his gaze, Marcus stared at

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

she felt sore

Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the

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

days! And he assured me Mom and

can still be

couldnt help but share the

the cost had

and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping,

Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot

pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

gently touched her

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

so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

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

was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

headed back to

flipping through

the bedroom door before

up and said,

his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping

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