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

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew

be hungry, right? Ill have

hesitated, unsure of

turned

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

for a servant to

she strolled into the Living

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after

meanwhile, sat at the table,

were in for a ate

Melissa sidled over and took

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

inquired, You seem lost

that Marcus expected her

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

glanced at

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!

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

Marcus assured, The

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

eyes away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

delicate fingers, Marcus

suggested, Lets chat in my

it as

but a heaviness

sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were

headed upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine left

it slowly, and then

felt

in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat

honey, your dad will be just fine, she

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

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the

she were Janet, shed find it

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

and found comfort in

Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a Light in

guy, made

and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

Marcus, casting an affectionate

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus

spoke softly. Maybe hes

scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to

Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever

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

figured Marcus 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

her off the hook

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

inside, Marcus shut the door with

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

like this? Have you ever fantasized about 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 and

his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with

crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at

he brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa awoke to find

she tried torise, she felt

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like

to

days!

and I can still

help but share the

the cost had been

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.

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus

widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look

pat. Off to

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder.

knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus

was her fertile time, so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

his eyes, Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from

by their driver but

he headed back

against the headboard, flipping through

the bedroom door before finally

up and said, Yvonne told

ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you

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