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,

around,

sharper

capabilities; she just knew he

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

of what

Marcus turned and headed back

Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy

arranged for a servant to attend to

strolled

by Marcus, while Minnie chased

at the table, engrossed in

in for

over and

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

Marcus casually inquired, You seem

fully aware that Marcus

down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in

at the

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!

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

assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont

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 enough to eat? Beneath the

usual tone

tear his eyes away from her, enchanted

time, Melissa stared right

delicate

and suggested, Lets chat in my room

understood it as Marcus offering his

a heaviness lingered in

situation made it feel like

headed upstairs,

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left

and then poured herself another

felt a pleasant

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

dad will be just

Are Mom and Dad

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy

she were Janet, shed find it hard to

Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At

Melissa and found comfort

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

being a big guy, made Matthew

up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

casting an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired

hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless, he

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes,

another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever

Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me?

simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the

Marcus wasnt letting her off

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

the

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

you on when I kis you? His approach

sweat, and his face

she could ever grow tired

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?

jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

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

she tried torise, she felt sore all

teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it

adorable. Racing to the bedside, she

a few days! And he assured

and I can still be with

help but share

had been

edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is

then, Marcus strolled

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

a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill drive

touched her shoulder. You get

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

was her fertile time, so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild

their

back to the

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a

at the bedroom door before finally stepping

magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

Marcus ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly,

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