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 the

spun around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill

hesitated, unsure of what to

expression, Marcus turned and headed back

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

servant to attend

that, she strolled into the

horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased

the

they were in for

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took

electrocution, maiming Thugs these days

casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on your mind,

Marcus

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

glanced at

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 added with a

Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried

The walls here

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 and murmured, Im not

her usual tone

his eyes away from her, enchanted

same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

hand holding her delicate

suggested, Lets chat

it as

a heaviness lingered in her

between them but this situation made it feel

upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her

slowly, and then

she felt

lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

honey, your dad will be

bit her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the

If she were

You dont have to leave here! At her tender age,

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

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

a big guy, made Matthew

the sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa replied

Marcus, casting an affectionate

Shawn strayed? Marcus

hes curious or tired of

with intense eyes,

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 him,

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

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

her off the hook

Worried she might stumble, Melissa

the door

and whispered in her ear, Answer me!

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

with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of him or

So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

slowly, You better not

tried torise, she felt sore all

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

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

a few days!

and I can still

help but share

the cost had been

asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is

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

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

Off to

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get

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

so the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to

to school by their driver but Marcus

headed back to the

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine

at the bedroom door before

the magazine, Melissa looked up

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

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