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

around,

were sharper

Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes a whizin the

hesitated, unsure of what

expression, Marcus turned

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

arranged for a servant to attend

strolled

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by

at the

they were in for

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took

these days

You seem lost in thought. Whats on your mind,

aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

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

glanced at

confirming 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

Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried Yvonne

he could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are

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

wasnt her usual tone with

away from her,

Melissa stared

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

chat in

understood it as Marcus

a heaviness lingered in her

but this situation made it feel like they were striking a

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought

for bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left in her glass,

drained it slowly, and then poured herself

felt a

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

bedside lamp, Melissa sat

dad will be just fine, she

and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me

was taken aback and felt a pang

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

head and assured, You dont have to leave

and found

into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing

a big guy, made Matthew

up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

casting an affectionate gaze

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus

hes curious or tired of

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying

got a thing for me? Do you ever

Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle

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

Marcus wasnt letting her off

Worried she might stumble,

the door with

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

on when I kis you? His approach was soft

face His face looked irresistibly sxy

ever grow

stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about

Dropping his gaze, Marcus

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

she tried torise, she felt

the pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then,

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

in a few days! And he assured

I can still be

news, Melissa couldnt help but share

cost had

okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at

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

Thats why her temps up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look that could freeze

shoulder a pat. Off to school,

gently touched her

put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it,

time, so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

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

their

he headed back

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

the bedroom

looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

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

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