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, chiming,

were sharper

Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could

be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes

of what

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back into the

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

for a servant to attend to

she strolled

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while

sat at the table, engrossed in

they were in for a ate

and took

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback, bit

casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on your mind,

that Marcus expected her

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

at the

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

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

The

dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a

wasnt her usual tone

from her, enchanted by

time, Melissa stared right back at

one hand holding her delicate

gently and suggested, Lets chat in

as Marcus

but a heaviness

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

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

bed, buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass,

it slowly, and then

she felt a

girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

be just fine, she

question, Are Mom and Dad going to

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy

crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find

head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne

trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little

guy, made Matthew

of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

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

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense

Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling

are you fed up with me? Melissa

the

wasnt letting her

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

the door

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

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

sweat, and his face His face looked

she could ever grow tired of him

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,

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me!

torise, she felt

pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door

to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess

back in a few days! And he

splitting, and I can still be

Melissa couldnt help but share the girls

the cost had

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

convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in,

fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile,

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off to school,

touched her

put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned

so the chances of her

Was it intentional?\

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

chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

he headed back to

flipping through a fashion

bedroom door before

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

fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are

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