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.

the soft light, he

around,

sharper

capabilities; she just knew he could handle

Melissa briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip

of what to

expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

servant to attend

she strolled into the Living

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

at the table,

were in for a

over and took a seat

Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

the paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost

that Marcus expected her to

chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

glanced at

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,

up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled,

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

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,

her usual tone with

his eyes away from her,

time, Melissa stared

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

Lets chat

as

but a heaviness lingered in her

feel like

Marcus headed upstairs, he

bed, buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left in her

it slowly, and

felt a

Melissa found the girl lying with teary

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

be just fine, she reassured.

firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

told, Shawn had crossed a line. If she were Janet,

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

she trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a

being a big guy, made Matthew

and murmured, Is Yvonne

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

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

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

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

me, are

maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions

Marcus wasnt letting her off

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

shut the

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

I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the

face His face looked irresistibly sxy to

she could ever grow tired of him or

No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing

gaze, Marcus stared

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

she tried torise, she felt sore all

Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then,

in, her two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess

in a few days! And he assured me

I can still be with

the news, Melissa couldnt help but

the cost had

out, 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

didnt seem convinced. Just then,

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

Off

her shoulder.

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

her fertile time, so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to stay put in

chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

back

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually.

the bedroom

down the magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne

his fingers through her hair and asked softly,

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