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 quite the

spun around,

sharper than

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she

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

hesitated, unsure of what

Marcus turned and headed back into

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

for a servant to attend

strolled into the

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

sat at the table,

were in for a ate

sidled over and took a seat beside

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem

that Marcus

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

glanced at the

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

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

assured, The walls

down a few

usual tone

away from

Melissa stared right back

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

chat in my room

as Marcus

shouldve felt grateful but a

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

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought

bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the

and then poured herself

felt a

found the girl lying with teary eyes.

Melissa sat beside

be just

Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will

and felt a pang of sympathy for

Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet,

Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to

she trusted Melissa and

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

a big guy,

of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

Marcus, casting an affectionate

strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as

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

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

figured Marcus might simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these

her off the

Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading

Marcus shut the door

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

you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her

and his face

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of

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

you jerk! Dropping his gaze,

slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next

torise, she felt sore all

Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door

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

in a few days! And he assured me Mom and

can still

help but

had

concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa

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

temps up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look that

Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

gently touched her shoulder. You

back anymore. Im not pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work

so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body

by their

back

flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely saw

at the bedroom door before finally stepping

down the magazine, Melissa looked up

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

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