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,

spun around, chiming,

were sharper

capabilities; she just knew

asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill

hesitated, unsure of what to

a complex expression, Marcus turned and

Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

servant to attend

that, she strolled into

horse crafted by

sat at the table,

they were in for a ate

over and

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback, bit her

casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on

Marcus

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

at the

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 a

huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned,

The

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, Marcus asked, Have you had enough to eat?

her usual tone with

eyes away from her,

time, Melissa stared right back at him,

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

chat

it as Marcus offering his

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness

them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow

upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the wine

slowly, and

she felt a pleasant

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

sat beside her, gently

will be

and Dad going

felt a pang of sympathy for the little

line. If she were Janet, shed find it hard

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

Melissa and found comfort

stayed until Yvonne drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus

a big guy,

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

casting an affectionate gaze

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or

scrutinized her with intense eyes,

you, Melissa? How do 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

caress her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up

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

wasnt letting her off the

scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung

shut the door with his

whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her,

Have you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was

glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

eyes with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever

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

his gaze, Marcus stared at

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

she tried torise, she

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt

look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what? Uncle

coming back in a few days! And he assured me Mom

splitting, and I can still be

Melissa couldnt help but

had been high

Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes worry. Im fine!

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

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

a pat. Off to

gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

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

it was 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 him

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver

headed back

lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion

at the bedroom door before finally

up and

fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A

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