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

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

her about Marcus capabilities; she

must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up

of

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

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

servant

strolled into the

by Marcus,

meanwhile, sat at the table,

they were in for

sidled over and took a seat

these days are

casually inquired, You seem

Marcus

him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke

glanced at

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

Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

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,

wasnt her usual tone with

couldnt tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

stared right back at him,

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

gently and suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as Marcus

a heaviness lingered in her

smooth sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal,

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass,

drained it slowly, and then poured

she felt

room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad

sat beside

will be just fine, she

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

a pang

crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find it hard to

Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At

trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

guy, made Matthew look

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

affectionate gaze at the

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though

spoke softly. Maybe hes

her with intense eyes, as if trying to

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

her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are

the lead in their

wasnt letting her off

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

the

Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to

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

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

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

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

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at her

uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie

tried torise, she

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

peeked in, her two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside,

days! And he assured me

can still

Melissa couldnt help

the cost had been high

Yvonne 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. Im fine! Dont fret over

Just then, Marcus

was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You

Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it

time, so the

Was it intentional?\

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

by their driver but

back

up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through

the bedroom door

looked up and said, Yvonne told me. Thanks,

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

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