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 the

around, chiming,

sharper

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

Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie

of

complex expression, Marcus turned

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

arranged for a servant

strolled into the Living

rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

meanwhile, sat at the table,

they were in for a ate

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took

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

the paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost

aware that Marcus expected

anything from him. So she sat down in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a

glanced at the

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 hand? They say hes got connections! Taking a sip, he added with a laugh, But

boss girl! Whats he thinking? Is he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne

in before 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 table,

wasnt her usual tone

tear his eyes away from her, enchanted

stared right

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled

gently and suggested, Lets chat in

understood it as Marcus offering

but a

but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship less

upstairs, he

for bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine left

drained it slowly, and then

felt a

the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

your dad will be just fine, she

question, Are Mom and Dad going to

taken aback and felt a pang of

she were

to leave here! At her tender age, Yvonne couldnt grasp Melissas words

Melissa and found

to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke

being a big guy,

up and murmured, Is Yvonne

casting an affectionate

Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his expression

softly. Maybe hes curious or tired

with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher

finished speaking, 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 it quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling

caress her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up

simply want her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the

Marcus wasnt letting her off

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

the door

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

you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the

face His face looked irresistibly sxy

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

voice it. So Marcus kept prodding, driving her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone

you jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared at

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

torise, she

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

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

a few days! And he assured me Mom and

can still be

Melissa couldnt help but share

had been high

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

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled

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

shoulder a pat. Off to school,

to Melissa, he gently touched her shoulder. You get some

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

fertile time, so the chances of her getting pregnant

Was it intentional?\

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

their driver but Marcus volunteered to do it

he headed back

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion

lingered at the bedroom

up and said,

through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today?

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