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.

in the soft light,

spun around, chiming, Uncle

sharper than

capabilities; she just knew he

instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have

of what to

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into

softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa

a servant

strolled

by Marcus, while

the table, engrossed in

they were in for a ate

over and

electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless!

aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the

glanced at the

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 sip, he added with a laugh, But Shawns

with Janet, huh? The

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

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

her usual tone with

eyes away from her, enchanted by

Melissa stared right

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

but this situation made it feel like

headed upstairs, he brought

bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left

and then poured herself another

felt

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes.

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

dad will be just fine,

and Dad going

taken aback and felt a

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

Melissa gently patted Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender

Melissa and found comfort in

drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke

big guy, made Matthew

up and murmured, Is Yvonne

an affectionate

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

hes curious

her with intense eyes, as if trying

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

Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with

might simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead

wasnt letting her off the

tucking Matthew in, Marcus scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly, Easy

the

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

Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs turn

with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

Melissa wondered how she could ever

his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin

gaze, Marcus

uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa awoke to

she felt

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

to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what? Uncle Marcus

a few days!

and I can still

help but share the girls

had been high

Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more

Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

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

pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

touched her shoulder.

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

time, so the

Was it intentional?\

meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her

chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus

back to

getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion

the bedroom door before finally

Melissa looked up

her, Marcus ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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