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, he looked quite

spun around,

sharper

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could

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

unsure of

turned and headed back into

Marcus! Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring,

servant to attend to

she strolled into

by

at the table,

they were in for a

sidled over and took a seat

muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on your

Marcus expected

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

glanced at

to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out

up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus

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

had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set

wasnt her usual

couldnt tear his eyes away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

stared

delicate fingers,

suggested, Lets chat in my room

as Marcus

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in

smooth sailing between them but this situation made it feel like

upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the wine

it slowly, and then poured herself

she felt

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

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

dad will be just

firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce?

and felt a pang

crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find

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

she trusted Melissa and

her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing

a big guy, made Matthew look

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

Marcus, casting an affectionate

Shawn strayed? Marcus

Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless, he shouldnt betray

spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher

you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever

are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle

might simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions

letting her off the hook

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

Marcus shut the door with

the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa?

you ever fantasized about 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 and her

his face His face

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

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

gaze, Marcus stared at her

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

she felt sore all

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

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

in a few days! And he assured me

splitting, and I can still be

couldnt help but share the girls

cost had

Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face

Just then,

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

Off

Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You

pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned

so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from

school by their driver but Marcus volunteered

he headed back

the headboard, flipping through

bedroom door before finally stepping

looked up and said,

asked softly,

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