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,

sharper

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just

Melissa briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you.

of

expression, Marcus turned and

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

a servant to

strolled into the

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus,

at the table, engrossed

were in

Melissa sidled over and took a seat

days are really

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

fully aware that Marcus expected her

So she sat down in her chair and spoke

glanced at the

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

Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled,

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

Lets dig in 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,

her usual

eyes away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

the same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

delicate fingers, Marcus

gently and suggested, Lets chat in

it as Marcus offering

a heaviness lingered in

it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship

headed upstairs, he

buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in

drained it slowly, and then

felt a

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

Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

dad will be just fine, she

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

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy

Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed

assured, You dont have to leave

trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

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

big guy, made Matthew look

footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne

casting an affectionate gaze at the

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

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

with intense eyes, as if trying

about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about

Tell me, are

relationship and maybe take the lead in their

her off

and headed for his room. Worried

the door with

Melissa on 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

turn you on when I kis you? His approach was

and his face His

she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with

and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her,

Dropping his gaze,

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

she felt

it, Marcus! Her waist

making her look adorable. Racing to the

few days! And he assured me Mom

can still be

help but share

cost had

the beds edge, 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

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

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

shoulder a pat. Off

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly

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

Was it intentional?\

quite read

was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

he headed back

through a fashion magazine casually.

the bedroom door before finally stepping

up and said, Yvonne told

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

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