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.

soft light, he looked quite

around, chiming,

were sharper

capabilities; she

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

hesitated, unsure of

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of

for a servant to

that, she strolled into the

by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

sat at the table, engrossed in

in for a

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on your

that Marcus

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

glanced at the

Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a

girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more

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

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

wasnt her usual tone

from her, enchanted by

time, Melissa stared right back

delicate

and suggested, Lets chat

it as Marcus offering his

shouldve felt grateful but a

this situation made it feel

upstairs, he brought

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine left in

slowly, and then poured herself another

felt a

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

sat beside her, gently

honey, your dad will be just

question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom

taken aback and felt a

If she

head and assured, You dont have to

trusted Melissa and found comfort in

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

guy, made

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

casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage

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

speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling

Marcus rasped, Tell me, are

their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her

letting her

in, Marcus scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might

Marcus shut the

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

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

glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked

how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine

stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled

his gaze, Marcus stared

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

torise, she felt sore

Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to

to the bedside,

days! And he assured me

I can still be with

couldnt help

the cost had been

Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes worry. Im fine! Dont fret over

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus

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

pat. Off to school,

gently touched her shoulder. You

put in some

the chances of her

Was it intentional?\

But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to stay put

school by their

he headed back to the

headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw her this

at the bedroom door before finally stepping

the magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

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

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