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, he looked quite the

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just

instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip

hesitated, unsure of what to

expression, Marcus turned and headed back into

Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of

servant to

she strolled

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus,

at the table,

were in for a ate

Melissa sidled over and took a seat

Thugs these days are

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

that Marcus expected her

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

glanced at the

to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not

boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick.

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 fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had

her usual tone with

couldnt tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by

Melissa stared

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

suggested, Lets chat in

understood it as Marcus offering

but a heaviness lingered in

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

headed upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the

slowly, and then poured herself

she felt

found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

Melissa sat beside

honey, your dad will be just fine, she

Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me

a pang of

she were Janet, shed find it hard to

dont have to leave here! At

and found comfort

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

guy, made

Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

an affectionate gaze at the

Marcus

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

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher

got a thing for

are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle

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

wasnt letting her off the

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

the door

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

you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs turn to jelly

sweat, and his face His

how she could ever grow

driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth?

gaze, Marcus

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

torise, she

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

Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess

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

and I can still be with

Melissa couldnt help but share the girls

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 is all red.

then, Marcus strolled in,

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

a pat. Off to school,

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

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

was her fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

back

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

the bedroom door before finally

looked up and said,

through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today?

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