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

spun around, chiming,

were sharper

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

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

hesitated, unsure of what

Marcus turned

turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy

arranged for a servant to attend

she strolled

a rocking horse crafted by Marcus,

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed in

they were in

Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken

paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on your

that Marcus expected her to plead with

intend to keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the details

glanced at the

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 fed up with Janet, huh? The more

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick.

could respond, 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.

wasnt her usual tone

from

stared right

delicate

suggested, Lets chat in

it as Marcus

a heaviness lingered

sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making

upstairs, he brought

he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the

and

she felt

Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay?

sat beside

honey, your dad will be just

her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

a line. If she were Janet, shed

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

and found

her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing

guy, made Matthew look

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

Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze

do you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage

intense eyes, as if trying to decipher her

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

are you fed up

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

letting her off

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

shut the

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

ever fantasized about anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly

Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being

grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

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

she tried torise, she felt

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

making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at

days!

can still be with

the news, Melissa couldnt help but share

cost had

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

then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

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

a pat. Off to

he gently touched her shoulder.

I did put in some serious work

her fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached

their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

back

getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely

lingered at the bedroom door before finally

the magazine, Melissa looked up

fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good! Melissa

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