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.

the soft light, he looked quite

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper

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

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

hesitated, unsure of

a complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

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

arranged for a servant

strolled

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

at the table, engrossed in

in

Melissa sidled over and

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

paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem

aware that Marcus

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

glanced at

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 a sip, he added with

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

The walls

a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had

wasnt her usual tone with

away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

time, Melissa stared right back at him,

holding her delicate

suggested, Lets chat in my

as Marcus offering his

felt grateful but a

this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

for bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her

it slowly, and then

she felt a pleasant

found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat

your dad will be just

bit her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

be told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find it

assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne

and found

to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The

a big guy, made Matthew

up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

casting an affectionate gaze

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

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

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

me? Have you still got a

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

the

wasnt letting her off the hook

Worried she

the door with his

whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me,

His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her

and his face His

how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

embarrassed to voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I

Dropping his gaze,

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

she tried torise, she felt sore all

pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to

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

days!

and I can still be

the news, Melissa couldnt help but

had

concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then,

fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile,

Off

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder.

couldnt 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

the

Was it intentional?\

Marcus 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 put

school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

headed back

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw her this

bedroom door before

the magazine, Melissa looked up and

hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds

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