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

around,

were sharper than

about Marcus capabilities; she just

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

of what to

Marcus turned and headed back

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

arranged for a servant

that, she strolled into

rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after

the table, engrossed in a

they were in for

Melissa sidled over and took

these days are really ruthless!

casually inquired, You seem

fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly.

at

confirming Yvonne 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 a sip, he added

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

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are

no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had enough to eat? Beneath the table, Melissa

wasnt her usual

away from her, enchanted by her

same time, Melissa stared right back at him,

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

chat

understood it as Marcus

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship

headed upstairs, he brought

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass, Marcus

and then poured herself

she felt a

in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked the same

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

dad will be

Are Mom and Dad

and felt a pang of

a line. If she were Janet, shed

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

Melissa and

bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

being a big guy, made

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

an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

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

intense eyes, as if trying

Have you still got

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

relationship and maybe take the lead in

Marcus wasnt letting her off the hook

his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung

shut the door

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

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

face His face looked

wondered how she could ever grow tired

embarrassed to voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, 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? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have you ever thought of leaving me?

gaze, Marcus

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

tried torise, she felt sore all

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

Racing to the

a few days! And he assured me Mom and

and I can still be with

couldnt help but share

the cost had

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,

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

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off to

touched her shoulder. You get

back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night!

so the chances

Was it intentional?\

with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to stay put

their driver but Marcus volunteered

headed back to

through a fashion

the bedroom door

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and

asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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