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

spun around,

sharper

about Marcus capabilities;

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

unsure of what

expression, Marcus turned

Marcus! Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy

arranged for a servant to

she strolled into the Living

rocking horse crafted by

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed

were in for a

sidled over and took a seat beside

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

You seem

that Marcus expected her

didnt intend to keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly.

glanced at the

Yvonne had 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 to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a

fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried Yvonne might

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne

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

usual tone with

his eyes away from her, enchanted

Melissa stared right back at him,

delicate fingers,

chat in my room

it as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness

made it feel like they

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine left in her

slowly, and

she felt a

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

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

dad will be just fine, she

question, Are Mom and Dad going

and felt a

had crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find

to

trusted Melissa and found comfort in

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

big guy, made

sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is

casting an affectionate

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or

her with intense eyes,

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

me, are you fed up with me? Melissa

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

letting her off

Worried she might

Marcus shut the door with

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

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

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly

eyes with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of him

crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I

jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

uttered each word slowly, You better not

she felt sore all

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

to

in a few days! And he assured

can still be

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share the girls

the cost had

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

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

was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look that could freeze

a pat. Off to school,

gently touched her

shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious

fertile time, so the chances

Was it intentional?\

meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild

to school by their driver but

back to

up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually.

at the bedroom door

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and

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

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