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, Uncle

were sharper than

Marcus capabilities;

be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something

hesitated, unsure of

expression, Marcus turned and headed

softly, Is Daddy going to be

arranged for a servant to

strolled into the

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after

sat at the

in

sidled over and took a

days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

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

that Marcus expected her to plead with

So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

glanced at

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

around with his boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled,

could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

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

wasnt her usual

tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

the same time, Melissa stared right back at

her delicate

suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as

but a heaviness lingered in her

feel like they were

upstairs, he brought

bed, buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine

slowly, and

she felt a pleasant

girl lying with teary eyes.

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her,

dad will be just fine,

another question, Are Mom and Dad going to

was taken aback and felt a

crossed a line. If she were Janet,

have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas

Melissa and

her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

guy, made Matthew look

up and murmured,

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired

hes curious

with intense eyes, as if

you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think

Tell me, are you fed up

engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead

wasnt letting her off the hook

for his room. Worried

shut the door

Melissa on the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are

Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs

with sweat, and his face His

could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with someone

to voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I

jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared

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

tried torise, she felt sore all

gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just

pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside,

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

and I can still

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

cost had been

touching Melissas flushed 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 fret

seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled

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

a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

did put in some serious work

so the chances

Was it intentional?\

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

their driver but

he headed back to

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion

bedroom

the magazine, Melissa looked up and

asked softly,

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