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.

light, he looked quite the

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

eyeing Melissa briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for you. Shes a whizin the

of what

Marcus turned and headed back into the

to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy

arranged for a servant to attend to

that, she strolled into the

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

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed in

they were in for a

and took a seat beside

Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days

Marcus casually inquired, You seem

aware that Marcus expected

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

at the

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 with a laugh, But Shawns got guts,

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

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

he gestured 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

usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted by

Melissa stared right back

her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

and suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

as Marcus

but a

situation made it feel like they were striking a deal,

Marcus headed upstairs, he

for bed, buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the

and then poured herself another

felt a

with teary eyes. Will Dad be

Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

will be just

and Dad

felt a pang of sympathy

line. If she were Janet,

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

trusted Melissa and found comfort

Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus

big guy,

footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though

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

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to

she finished speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do 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 over

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

engage more in their relationship and maybe take the

Marcus wasnt letting her off the

up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to

the door with his

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

this? Have you ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft

glistened with sweat, and his face His

she could ever grow

she felt 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

gaze, Marcus stared at

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

torise, she felt sore all

it, Marcus! Her waist

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

coming back in a few days! And he assured

can

news, Melissa couldnt help but share the

had been

flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at

didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus

fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off

touched her shoulder. You get some more

put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot to use

was her fertile time, so the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

read him Her body ached from their wild night,

their driver but Marcus volunteered to do it

headed back to

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

bedroom door before

the magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told

hair and asked softly, Are you skipping

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