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,

around,

were sharper than

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

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

of what to

expression, Marcus turned and headed back

whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring,

servant to attend

that, she strolled into the Living

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

the table, engrossed in a

they were in for a

sidled over and took a seat beside

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless!

casually inquired, You seem lost

Marcus expected her to plead with

from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix!

glanced at

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

boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The

assured, The walls

down a few bites. When she finally set her

wasnt her usual tone

from her, enchanted by her

same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as Marcus offering his

felt grateful but a heaviness

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

headed upstairs, he

he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the

and then poured herself another

she felt a

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

lamp, Melissa sat beside

dad will be just fine, she

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

taken aback and felt a pang of

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

to leave

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in

found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like

guy, made Matthew look

and murmured,

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

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

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher

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.

me, are you fed up with me? Melissa

in their relationship and maybe take the lead in

wasnt letting her off

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

inside, Marcus shut the door

couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her, his voice deep

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 onto the couch, feeling her legs turn

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His

how she could ever grow tired of him or

neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is

Dropping his gaze,

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

she felt sore

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to

to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess

few days! And he assured me Mom and

I can still be with

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

had

edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa

then,

on Melissas

gave Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

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

was her fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

quite read him Her body ached from their

their driver

he headed back to the

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

lingered at the bedroom door before finally

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

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

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