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 quite

spun around, chiming,

were sharper than

one had to tell her about Marcus capabilities;

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

unsure of what to

a complex expression, Marcus turned

Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

for a servant

she strolled into the

rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

the table, engrossed

they were in

sidled over and took a seat

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa,

You seem lost in thought. Whats on

Marcus expected her to plead

didnt intend to keep anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in

at the

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

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

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

appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her

usual

tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

the same time, Melissa stared right back at

delicate fingers,

suggested, Lets chat in

as Marcus

felt grateful but a heaviness

it feel like they were

upstairs, he brought Matthew

buddy! he told

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the

it slowly, and then poured

felt

in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

honey, your dad will be just

another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take

taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the

crossed a line. If she were

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

Melissa and

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

a big guy, made

footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa

an affectionate gaze

strayed? Marcus

to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or

with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher her

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

out to caress her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are

the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions

letting her off

his room. Worried she might

Marcus shut the door with his

Answer me!

His approach was soft

his face His face looked irresistibly sxy to

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

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

his gaze,

brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better

tried torise, she felt

cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist

to the bedside,

a few days! And he assured

I can still be with

Melissa couldnt help but share the

the cost had been high

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

then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile,

Yvonnes shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You

put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly

the chances

Was it intentional?\

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

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

headed back

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

the bedroom door before finally stepping

looked up and

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

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