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

around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

about Marcus capabilities; she just knew

hungry, right?

unsure of

turned

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

for a servant to

she strolled into

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

meanwhile, sat at the table,

were in for a ate

and took a seat

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days

the paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in thought.

aware that Marcus expected her to plead

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

at

Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a sip, he

he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus

assured, The walls

Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When

wasnt her usual tone with

away from her,

Melissa stared

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

suggested, Lets chat

it as Marcus offering his

felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

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

Marcus headed upstairs, he

for bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine

it slowly, and then poured herself another

she felt

her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

your dad will be just fine,

question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away like

felt a pang of

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

to leave here! At her tender age,

Melissa and found comfort in

she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

a big guy, made Matthew look

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

affectionate gaze

Marcus inquired casually, though his expression was

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

her with intense

Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you

me, are you fed up with me?

their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these

wasnt letting her

and headed for his room. Worried

the

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

anyone else? Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs turn to jelly

face His

Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired of

neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never

his gaze, Marcus stared

You better not Lie to me! The next morning, Melissa

she tried torise, she felt sore

it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about

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

few days! And he

can

news, Melissa couldnt help but share

the cost had been

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 fine! Dont fret

convinced. Just then,

why her temps up! Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa

pat. Off to school, kiddo.

he gently touched her shoulder.

back anymore. Im not pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put

the

Was it intentional?\

with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night,

their driver but Marcus

back to the

against the headboard, flipping through

lingered at the bedroom

magazine, Melissa looked up

asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half

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