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 quite the

around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew

You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie

hesitated, unsure of what to

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

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

for a servant to attend to

strolled into the Living

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

sat at the table,

were in

over and took a seat

these days are

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

that Marcus

her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the

at the

in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking

thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more

sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are

they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she

wasnt her usual tone with

away from her, enchanted by

same time, Melissa stared right back

one hand holding her delicate

chat in my

it as

felt grateful but a heaviness

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

upstairs, he brought

buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left

and then poured herself another

she felt

the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside

your dad will be just

Are Mom and Dad going

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

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

to leave here! At her tender age,

and found

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

big guy,

up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa replied

an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of

with intense eyes, as if trying to

you still got a thing for me? Do you ever

are you fed up with me? Melissa

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

her off the

for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung

shut the door

tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me!

I kis you? His approach was soft yet

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His

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

her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else!

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at

he brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to

she felt sore all

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about

look adorable. Racing to the

a few days! And he assured

can still be with

couldnt help but share the

the cost had been

Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus

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

gave Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get some

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

so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild

to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered

back to the

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

at the bedroom door

magazine, Melissa looked up and

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

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