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, he looked quite the

spun around, chiming,

sharper

tell her about Marcus capabilities;

right? Ill

unsure of

turned and headed back into

Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa

a servant to attend to

strolled into the Living

crafted by Marcus,

at the table, engrossed

were in for a ate

and took a

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

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

was fully aware that Marcus expected her

from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

glanced at

Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes

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

assured, The walls here are

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

her usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

same time, Melissa stared right back

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

Lets chat

as

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

situation made it feel like they were striking a deal,

headed upstairs,

buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the

it slowly, and then poured herself another

felt

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

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat

dad will be

another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away like

a pang of sympathy

crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find

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

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

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

being a big guy,

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is

affectionate gaze at the sleeping

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though

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

her with intense eyes, as if

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

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

engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments,

Marcus wasnt letting her off the

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

Marcus shut the door with

tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa?

you like this? Have you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed

sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly

could ever grow

never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have you ever thought of leaving me?

his gaze, Marcus stared at

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

tried torise, she felt

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to

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

back in a few days! And he

can still be

couldnt help but share the girls

cost had been

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 doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes worry.

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

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

a pat. Off to

to Melissa, he gently touched her

I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot to use

it was her fertile time, so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

headed back to the

headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely

lingered at the bedroom door

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne

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

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