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,

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper

her about Marcus capabilities; she just

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

of what

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed

Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

for a servant

she strolled into

by

the table, engrossed in

they were in for

Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback,

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

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

glanced at the

Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a sip, he added with a

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

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

saying, Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a

usual tone with

away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

stared right back at

her delicate

and suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

it as Marcus offering his

felt grateful but a heaviness lingered

between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a

headed upstairs, he brought

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the wine left

it slowly, and then

felt a

Yvonne in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary

sat beside her,

will be just fine, she reassured.

another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce?

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the

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

and assured, You dont have to leave here!

and found comfort in her

she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke

big guy,

the sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and

casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired

softly. Maybe hes

spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

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 it quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling over her response.

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

her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her off guard, making

Marcus wasnt letting her off the

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

shut the door with

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

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

glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly

she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

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

gaze, Marcus stared at her

he brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa awoke to find Marcus

she tried torise, she felt sore all

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door swung

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

few days! And he assured

can

Melissa couldnt help but share

the cost had been high

touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is

convinced. Just then,

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

pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

touched her shoulder. You get

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

was her fertile 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

their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

headed back to the

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through

bedroom

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

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

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