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.

in the soft light, he

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper

Marcus capabilities; she

hungry, right?

of

a complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

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

arranged for a servant to attend

that, she strolled into the Living

by Marcus,

the table, engrossed

in

sidled over and took a seat

days

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on

aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the

at

Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a sip, he added with a laugh, But

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

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are

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,

wasnt her usual

tear his eyes away from her, enchanted

the same time, Melissa stared right

holding her delicate

suggested, Lets chat in my

as Marcus offering his

a heaviness lingered in

situation made it feel like they

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the wine

and then poured

felt a pleasant

found the girl lying with teary

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

will be just fine,

question, Are Mom and Dad going to

aback and felt a pang

a line. If she were Janet, shed find

have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt

trusted Melissa and found comfort in

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

guy, made

of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

an affectionate gaze

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

couldnt lie to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or

spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes,

do you feel about me? Have you still got

Tell me, are you fed up with me?

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, making

wasnt letting her off the hook

headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly, Easy there,

shut the door with his

her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her, his voice deep

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

with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

ever grow

She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have

his gaze,

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

she tried torise, she

tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to

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

coming back in a few days! And

splitting, and I can still

couldnt help but share the

had been high

reached out, touching Melissas 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.

then, Marcus strolled

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

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get

pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot to use protection last

time, so the chances

Was it intentional?\

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

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus

headed back to

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

bedroom door before finally

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

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

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