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,

around, chiming,

sharper

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she

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

of what to

Marcus turned

Daddy going

a servant to attend to

that, she strolled into the Living

horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

the table, engrossed in

in for

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless!

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

Marcus

down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the details to

glanced at

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

huh? The more

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne

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

her usual tone with

away from her, enchanted by her

same time, Melissa stared

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

gently and suggested, Lets chat

as

a heaviness lingered in her

been smooth sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were

upstairs, he

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in

drained it slowly, and then poured

she felt

Melissa found the girl lying with

bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

be just fine, she

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

was taken aback and felt a pang

crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find it hard

Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her

trusted Melissa and found comfort

found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a Light in

a big guy, made Matthew look

and murmured,

affectionate gaze

Marcus inquired

softly. Maybe hes curious or tired

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits? Melissa gazed at him,

are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt

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

her off the hook

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

Marcus shut the door with his

Melissa on the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of

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

and his face His face looked irresistibly

how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never

gaze,

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

torise, she felt sore

Her waist felt

to the bedside, she beamed

days! And he assured

splitting, and I can

couldnt help but share

the cost had

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

seem convinced. Just then,

Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly.

shoulder a pat. Off to

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder.

sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot

fertile time, so the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

eyes, Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she

school by their

back

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

at the bedroom door

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

fingers through her hair and asked softly,

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