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,

were sharper

her about Marcus capabilities;

You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie

of

Marcus turned and

to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going

servant to attend to

she strolled into the

crafted by

sat at the table, engrossed

in

over and

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly.

glanced at the

Waston in Duefron?

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

he could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The

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

usual tone with

his eyes away from her, enchanted by

the same time, Melissa stared right

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

chat in

it as Marcus

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in

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

headed upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left in her

it slowly, and then poured herself another

felt a pleasant

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

Melissa sat beside her, gently

will be just

and Dad going to divorce? Will

was taken aback and felt a

line. If she were Janet, shed find

assured, You dont have to

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in

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

being a big guy, made

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

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at

strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

couldnt lie to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless,

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

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

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

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

wasnt letting her off

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

shut the door

the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her, his voice deep and

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

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His

Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of

blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that

jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at her

and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The

tried torise, she felt sore all

tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her

look adorable. Racing to

in a few days! And he assured me Mom

can still be with

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

cost had been

touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your

Just then, Marcus strolled

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

gave Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

gently touched her shoulder. You get some

shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned

fertile time, so the chances

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

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver

back to the

the headboard, flipping through

at the bedroom

magazine, Melissa looked up

her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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