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,

around, chiming, Uncle

sharper than

one had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle anything.

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

unsure of what to

Marcus turned and

Is Daddy going to

a servant to attend

that, she strolled

horse crafted by Marcus,

at the table, engrossed in a

in for

Melissa sidled over and took

days are really

Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

aware that Marcus expected

in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

glanced at

Yvonne had retreated 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 a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a

with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

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

Melissa could respond, he gestured towards the dishes, saying, 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? Beneath the table, Melissa grasped his hand and murmured, Im not

wasnt her usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

Melissa stared right

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

gently and suggested, Lets chat in my room

understood it as Marcus offering

a heaviness lingered in

sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass, Marcus

and then poured herself

felt a pleasant

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

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

be just fine, she

Mom and Dad

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

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

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

she trusted Melissa and found

slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing

big guy, made Matthew

sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

affectionate gaze at

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

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless,

scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher

speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a

are you fed up with

maybe take the lead

wasnt letting her off the hook

headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly, Easy

the

Melissa on the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are

kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch,

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

ever grow tired of him or imagine being

it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about

jerk! Dropping his gaze,

he brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You

she tried torise, she felt sore all

Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just

two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa.

in a few days! And he assured me Mom

I can

Melissa couldnt help but

had been high

on 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

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled

eyes widened, fixated on

Off to school,

touched her

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

so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to stay put

school by their driver but

back to

up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through

bedroom door

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

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

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