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 looked quite the

spun around, chiming,

were sharper

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he

must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for

of

Marcus turned and headed

Daddy going to be

for a servant to attend

she strolled into

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus,

meanwhile, sat at the table,

they were in for a ate

sidled over and

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

Marcus casually inquired, You seem

aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

down in her chair and spoke softly.

at the

Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got

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

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

even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had enough to eat? Beneath the

her usual tone with

away from

the same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

her delicate fingers,

chat in

as

a

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

Marcus headed upstairs,

bed, buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine

it slowly, and then

she felt a pleasant

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her,

dad will be just fine,

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

felt a

line. If she were Janet, shed

to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas words

she trusted Melissa and found

Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

being a big guy,

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep,

casting an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired

her with intense eyes, as if trying to

finished speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about

cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt

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

letting her

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

inside, Marcus shut the door with

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

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

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly

with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow

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

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

each word slowly, You better not Lie to

torise, she felt sore

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

in, her two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what? Uncle

a few days! And he assured me

splitting, and I can still be with

help

cost had been high

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! Dont fret

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

pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on

Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

touched her shoulder. You get

a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in

it was her fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

quite read him Her body ached from

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do it

he headed back to

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

bedroom door before

looked up and said, Yvonne

his fingers through her hair and asked softly,

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