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.

soft light, he looked quite

around,

were sharper

about Marcus capabilities; she just

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

of

Marcus turned and headed back into the

whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring,

servant

strolled into the

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while

sat at the table, engrossed in

in for a ate

over and took a seat

electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

inquired, You seem lost in thought.

aware that Marcus expected her to

sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she

glanced at the

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 sip, he added with a laugh, But

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

could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

towards the dishes, saying, Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a

wasnt her usual tone

his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

stared right back at

her delicate fingers, Marcus

Lets chat in my room later.

it as Marcus

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

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

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the

drained it slowly, and

she felt a

with teary eyes. Will Dad

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

be just fine, she reassured.

question, Are Mom and Dad going

a pang of sympathy for

crossed a line. If she were

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

and found comfort

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

a big guy,

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

Marcus inquired casually, though

softly. Maybe hes curious

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

still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling

figured Marcus might simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in

her off the hook

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

the door

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

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

his face His face looked

how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

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

his gaze, Marcus stared at her

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

tried torise, she felt sore all

Marcus! Her waist felt

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

in a few days! And he assured me

splitting, and I can still be with

the news, Melissa couldnt help but

the cost had been

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

convinced. Just then,

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

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

touched her

put in some serious work last night! Marcus

so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

read him Her

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

he headed back to

against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus

the bedroom door before finally stepping

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

beside her, Marcus ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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