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,

around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

about Marcus capabilities; she

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

hesitated, unsure of what

complex expression, Marcus turned

Is Daddy going to be okay?

servant to attend to

she strolled into

horse crafted by Marcus,

sat at the table,

in for

Melissa sidled over and

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

casually inquired, You seem lost

that Marcus

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

glanced at the

had retreated to her room, he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking

girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are

respond, he gestured towards the dishes, saying, Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her

her usual tone

couldnt tear his eyes away from her,

the same time, Melissa stared right back

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

suggested, Lets chat in my room

it as Marcus offering

a heaviness

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

upstairs,

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine

it slowly, and

felt a pleasant

Yvonne in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will

sat beside her,

your dad will be just fine, she reassured.

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

aback and felt a pang of

a line. If she were

Melissa gently patted Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas words

Melissa and found comfort in

drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke

being a big guy, made

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

affectionate gaze

strayed? Marcus

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

her with intense eyes,

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 calling it quits?

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

take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her off guard, making her feel

wasnt letting her off the hook

up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried

Marcus shut the door with

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

I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto

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

she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with someone

and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have you ever thought of leaving me?

gaze, Marcus

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

she felt

gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like

to the bedside,

coming back in a few days! And he assured me Mom and

can still be

couldnt help but

the cost had

face, and 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

then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa

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

her shoulder. You get

pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned

her fertile time, so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from

by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

headed back to the

lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion

the bedroom door

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work

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