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.

light,

around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

about Marcus capabilities; she just

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

unsure of what to

Marcus turned and

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

for a servant

she strolled into the Living

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

sat at the table, engrossed in a

in for a ate

and took a seat

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

You seem

aware that Marcus expected her to

chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she

at the

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

Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

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,

wasnt her usual tone

eyes away from her, enchanted by her

stared

hand holding her delicate

chat in

understood it as

a

situation made it feel

headed upstairs, he brought

bed, buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine

slowly, and

she felt a

found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside

will be just fine, she

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

and felt a pang of sympathy for

crossed a line. If she

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

trusted Melissa and

Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out

a big guy,

and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

affectionate

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage

with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher her

another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing

are you fed up with

engage more in their relationship and maybe take the

Marcus wasnt letting her off

and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck,

Marcus shut the

couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me!

you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto

with sweat, and his face His face looked

how she could ever grow

it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa 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 you ever thought of leaving

gaze, Marcus stared at her

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

she tried torise, she felt

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about

peeked in, her two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she

back in a few days! And he assured me Mom

can still be with

couldnt help

had been

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

then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo.

he gently touched her shoulder. You get

With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night!

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

Was it intentional?\

meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to

by their driver but

back to

flipping through a

bedroom

up and said, Yvonne told me. Thanks,

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

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