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.

in the soft light, he looked quite

around,

sharper than

Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle anything.

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

unsure of what

expression, Marcus turned

she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

servant to

strolled

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

sat at the table, engrossed in a

in for a

over and took

Thugs these days are really ruthless!

seem lost in thought. Whats

aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

intend to keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

at

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

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

sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont catch

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

usual tone

couldnt tear his eyes away from

the same time, Melissa stared

her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

gently and suggested, Lets chat

it as Marcus

grateful but a heaviness lingered

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

Marcus headed upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

at the wine

and

she felt

found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked the same

Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

will be just

question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take

was taken aback and felt a pang

crossed a line. If she were Janet,

You dont have to leave here! At

trusted Melissa and found comfort

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

guy, made

up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or

her with intense eyes, as

you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling over her

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

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

her

headed for his room. Worried

shut the door

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

and his face His face

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

felt embarrassed to voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her 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 chin gently,

gaze, Marcus stared at her

You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa awoke to find

she

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

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

days! And he

and I can

news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

the cost had been high

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

Just then, Marcus strolled

Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas

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

her shoulder.

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

time, so the

Was it intentional?\

But Melissa couldnt quite read

school by their

back to

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus

at the bedroom door before finally stepping

Melissa looked up and

hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half

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