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

spun around, chiming,

were sharper

her about Marcus capabilities;

be hungry, right? Ill

of what

expression, Marcus turned

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

for a servant to

she strolled

by Marcus,

sat at the

were in for a ate

and took a

Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback, bit her

paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in

that Marcus

in her chair and

at

Yvonne had retreated 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

with his boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the

he could sense her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here

get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked, Have you had

wasnt her usual tone

from

Melissa stared right back at

delicate fingers,

suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

it as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a

but this situation made it feel like they were striking

Marcus headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in

drained it slowly, and

felt a

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

bedside lamp, Melissa sat

will be just

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

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

If she were Janet, shed find it hard to forgive

to leave here! At her tender

and

she found Marcus

big guy,

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

an affectionate gaze at the

Marcus inquired casually,

softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage

her with intense eyes,

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

rasped, Tell me, are you

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

letting her off the

tucking Matthew in, Marcus scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly, Easy

inside, Marcus shut the door with his

ear, Answer me! Are you sick

this? Have 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

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face His face

how she could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with

blurted, I never think

Dropping his gaze,

each word slowly, You better not Lie to

tried torise, she

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

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

coming back in a few days! And

can

couldnt help but

cost had been high

Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even more at Yvonnes worry. Im fine!

convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in,

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

Off to

gently touched her shoulder. You get some more

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

time, so the chances of her getting

Was it intentional?\

Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to

their driver but Marcus

headed back

headboard, flipping through a fashion

bedroom door before finally

up

softly,

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