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

spun around,

sharper than

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just

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

of

expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Is Daddy going to be okay?

a servant to attend

she strolled

rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed

were in

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

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

You seem lost in thought. Whats on your

Marcus expected her to plead

down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in

at

Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him

around with his boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled,

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down,

her usual tone

couldnt tear his eyes away from

same time, Melissa stared right back at

delicate

suggested, Lets chat

understood it as Marcus offering

grateful but a heaviness lingered in

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

upstairs,

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the

it slowly, and then poured herself another

she felt a pleasant

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

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

be just fine, she

firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away like

felt a pang of

be told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she

dont have to

Melissa and found comfort in

she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was

being a big guy,

looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne

casting an affectionate

Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious

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

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 quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling

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

simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her

Marcus wasnt letting her off the

Marcus scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his

Marcus shut the door with his

couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that,

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

face His face looked

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

embarrassed to voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think

his gaze, Marcus

and uttered each word slowly, You

tried torise, she felt

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

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

in a few days! And he assured me

and I can

help but

had

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!

Just then, Marcus strolled

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

pat. Off to school, kiddo.

he gently touched her shoulder. You

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

Was it intentional?\

read him Her body ached from

was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do it

he headed back to the

against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw her this

lingered at the bedroom door before finally

the magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds

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