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.

light, he looked quite

spun around, chiming,

sharper than

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she

asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something

unsure of

a complex expression, Marcus turned and

Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her

a servant

strolled into the

horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased

meanwhile, sat at the table,

in

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took

muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost

fully aware that Marcus expected her to

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

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

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

The walls here are thick.

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

usual tone with

tear his eyes away from

same time, Melissa stared right back at

delicate fingers, Marcus

gently and suggested, Lets chat

understood it as

but a heaviness lingered in her

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

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought

bed, buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the wine

it slowly, and

she felt a pleasant

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

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

be

off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away like

a

be told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find it hard to

dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas words

and found comfort

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

a big guy, made

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

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze

Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

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

her with intense

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

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

engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions

her off the hook

his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa

the door with

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

turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft

with sweat, and his face His face

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

Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at her

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

tried torise, she felt

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

Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what?

few days! And he assured me Mom and

and I can

news, Melissa couldnt help

the cost had been

edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa?

seem convinced. Just then,

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

a pat. Off to

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder.

I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot to use

was her fertile time, so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

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

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but

back

getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw her this

the bedroom

the magazine, Melissa looked up and

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

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