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

around, chiming,

were sharper than

Marcus capabilities; she just knew he

You must be hungry, right?

of what to

a complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of

for a servant to

strolled into the Living

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after

the table,

were in for a ate

sidled over and took a seat

maiming Thugs these days are

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

that Marcus expected her

So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she

glanced at

he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to

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

assured, The walls here

they 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 enough to eat? Beneath the

wasnt her usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted by her

Melissa stared right

hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus

suggested, Lets chat in my

it as

felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in

it feel like

upstairs,

for bed, buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her

and then poured

she felt a pleasant

Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked the same question

bedside lamp, Melissa sat

be just fine,

Mom and Dad going to divorce? Will Mom take me away

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

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

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

and found comfort in

bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like

guy, made Matthew look

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

an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus

spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless, he shouldnt

Melissa spoke, Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying

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

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

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

her off the hook

up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly,

inside, Marcus shut the

Melissa on the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to kis her, his

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 body

with sweat, and his face His face looked

could ever grow tired of him or imagine being with

I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared

You better not

she

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

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

days!

splitting, and I can

couldnt help but share the

cost had

out, touching Melissas flushed 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

Just then, Marcus strolled in,

fixated on Melissas belly.

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

touched her shoulder.

shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly

it was her fertile time, so the chances

Was it intentional?\

gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her

their driver but Marcus volunteered to

headed back to

flipping through a fashion

the bedroom door before finally stepping

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told

softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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