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

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper

one had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he

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

hesitated, unsure of what

Marcus turned and headed

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

a servant to attend

that, she strolled into

a rocking horse crafted by

the table, engrossed in

they were in for a ate

sidled over and took a

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost

aware that Marcus expected her to

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

glanced at the

room, he shifted his gaze, 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 thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls

down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had enough to eat? Beneath the

wasnt her usual tone

eyes away from

Melissa stared

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

chat

understood it as Marcus

grateful but a heaviness lingered in

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

headed upstairs, he

buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass, Marcus

slowly, and then poured herself another

she felt a pleasant

the girl lying with teary eyes.

sat beside her, gently stroking

honey, your dad will be just fine,

question, Are Mom and Dad going to

a pang of

a line. If she

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

and

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

being a big guy, made Matthew

and

an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though

to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense

she finished speaking, he 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 quits? Melissa gazed at

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

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

Marcus wasnt letting her off the hook

Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung

Marcus shut the door with his

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

you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was

and his face

could ever grow tired

No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at

nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie

she felt

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

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

a few days! And he assured me

I can still be

help

cost had been high

Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a

Just then, Marcus

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

pat. Off

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You

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

the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted

by their driver

he headed back to the

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw her this chilled

the bedroom door before finally stepping

magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

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

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