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, he looked

spun around,

were sharper

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could

briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie

of what

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back

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

arranged for a servant to attend to

that, she strolled

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by

at the table, engrossed in a

they were in for

over and took a seat

these days are

aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats

Marcus

sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix!

at

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

with Janet, huh? The more Marcus

Marcus assured, The walls here are thick.

forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus

usual

away from her, enchanted by her

time, Melissa stared

her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

Lets chat in my room

as Marcus

a heaviness

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

upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine

slowly, and then poured herself

she felt a pleasant

Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be

Melissa sat beside her,

honey, your dad will be

another question, Are Mom and Dad going

and felt a

Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet,

to leave

Melissa and found

her bedroom, she found Marcus

guy, made Matthew look

up and murmured,

an affectionate

strayed? Marcus

hes curious

with intense eyes, as if trying

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

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

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

wasnt letting her off the

his room. Worried she might stumble,

inside, Marcus shut the door with his

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

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

sweat, and his face His face looked

Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired

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, Have you ever thought of leaving me?

his gaze, Marcus stared at her

nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to

torise, she

Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt

look adorable. Racing to

days! And he

and I can still be

help but share

the cost had been high

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

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

why her temps up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly.

Off to school, kiddo.

gently touched her shoulder. You

sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work

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

Was it intentional?\

read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to

by their driver but Marcus

back to the

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

at the bedroom

up and

fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds

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