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,

spun around, chiming,

sharper than

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie

unsure of what to

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Marcus! Yvonne whispered. Then she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to

arranged for a servant

that, she strolled into the Living

crafted by Marcus, while

meanwhile, sat at the

were in for a

over and took a seat beside

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

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

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

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

glanced at the

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 say

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

Marcus assured, The walls here

forced down a few bites. When she finally set her fork down, Marcus asked,

usual tone

his eyes away from her, enchanted

the same time, Melissa stared right

one hand holding her delicate fingers,

suggested, Lets chat in

as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

but this situation made it feel like they were striking

headed upstairs, he

buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the

it slowly, and

she felt

room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will

Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

your dad will be just fine,

Are Mom and Dad going to

was taken aback and felt a pang

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

Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas

and found comfort

Marcus

big guy,

up and murmured, Is

affectionate

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired

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

her with intense eyes, as if

finished speaking, he threw another curveball. What about you, Melissa? How do you feel about me? Have you still got a thing for me?

Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle this

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

her off

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

the door with his

features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her, his voice deep and

His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs turn to jelly and

and his face

ever grow tired of him or imagine being with

kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that

his gaze, Marcus stared

slowly, You better not Lie to

she felt sore

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

adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa.

coming back in a few days!

and I can still

the news, Melissa couldnt help

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.

convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

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

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

her shoulder. You get

a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in

was her fertile time, so the

Was it intentional?\

couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she opted to stay put

chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

headed back to

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

lingered at the bedroom door before

looked up and said,

and asked softly, Are you skipping

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