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

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

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

right?

hesitated, unsure of

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into

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

a servant to attend

strolled into the

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

the table, engrossed in

they were in

sidled over and took a seat beside

muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats

that Marcus expected her to plead with

to keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix!

glanced at the

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

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

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

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.

her usual

from her, enchanted by

Melissa stared

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

gently and suggested, Lets chat in

understood it as Marcus offering

a heaviness lingered in her

smooth sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

for bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine left

and then poured

felt a

lying with

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

your dad will be just fine, she

and

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

a line. If she were Janet, shed

have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt

trusted Melissa and

drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a Light

a big guy,

and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate

strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

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

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying

How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing

are you

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

wasnt letting her off

room. Worried she

shut the door with

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

like this? Have you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked

with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow

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

Dropping his gaze,

and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to

she felt sore all

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door

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

back in a few days! And he assured me Mom

I can still

news, Melissa couldnt help

had

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. Im fine!

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

widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a

pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get

I did put in some serious work

time, so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

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

chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus

back to

through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely

at the bedroom door before finally

Melissa looked up and

asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half

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