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, he looked quite

spun around,

were sharper

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

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

unsure of what to

turned

softly, Is Daddy

a servant

that, she strolled

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after

the table, engrossed in a

were in for a

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback, bit her

Marcus casually inquired, You seem

fully aware that Marcus expected

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

at the

wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron?

Janet, huh? The more

The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont catch a

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, Have

wasnt her usual

from her, enchanted by her Lovely

time, Melissa stared

one hand holding her delicate fingers,

chat

understood it as Marcus offering his

a heaviness lingered

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

headed upstairs, he

bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

the

it slowly, and then poured herself

she felt

the girl lying with teary eyes.

Melissa sat beside her,

dad will be just fine, she reassured.

another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will

was taken aback and felt a

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

dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp

and

stayed until Yvonne drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

guy,

looked up and murmured,

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze

Shawn strayed? Marcus

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

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

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

her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed

and maybe take the

wasnt letting her off the hook

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

shut the

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

about anyone else? Dol turn you 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 sxy to

eyes with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired

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

his gaze, Marcus stared

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

tried torise, she felt sore all

cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was

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

few days! And he assured me Mom and

can still be with

couldnt help

the cost had been

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

seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled

fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder.

shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night!

fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

his eyes, 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

to school by their

back to

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

at the bedroom

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne

hair and asked softly, Are you

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