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,

sharper

had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just

must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes

hesitated, unsure of

complex expression, Marcus turned

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

servant

she strolled into

rocking horse crafted by

at the table, engrossed

they were in

and

Thugs these days are

seem

was fully aware that Marcus

down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she

at the

to her room, he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for

boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned,

assured, The walls

no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down,

her usual tone with

eyes away from

stared

her delicate fingers,

suggested, Lets chat

it as Marcus offering his

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

it feel like they were

headed upstairs, he brought

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine left in her

slowly, and then poured herself

felt

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

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

your dad will be

and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away like

was taken aback and felt a pang of

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

assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne

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

guy, made Matthew look

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

hes curious or tired of marriage

spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher her

you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits? Melissa gazed at

me, are you fed

take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her off guard, making her feel

Marcus wasnt letting her off

Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to

Marcus shut the

her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa?

you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs

face His face looked

ever grow tired of him

never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her

his gaze, Marcus

each word slowly, You better

torise, she felt

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap!

look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at

a few days! And he

splitting, and I can still be

help but share

cost had been

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

convinced. Just then,

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

Off to

her

couldnt hold back anymore. Im not 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 hit Melissa-They forgot

her fertile time, so the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

his eyes, Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read

school by their

he headed back to the

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

the bedroom door before finally stepping

up and said, Yvonne told

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

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