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.

the soft light, he looked

spun around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

about Marcus capabilities; she just

briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill

hesitated, unsure of what

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed

she turned to Melissa, asking softly, Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged her close, reassuring, Of course,

for a servant to attend to

that, she strolled into

by

sat at the table, engrossed in a

in for a

Melissa sidled over and took a seat beside

Marcus muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days are

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

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead

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

glanced at the

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

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

her concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont catch a

respond, he gestured towards the dishes, saying, Lets dig 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

her usual tone

eyes away from her, enchanted by

Melissa stared right

her delicate fingers,

and suggested, Lets chat in my room later.

understood it as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making

upstairs,

bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her glass, Marcus

and

felt a pleasant

girl lying with teary eyes.

Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

honey, your dad will be just

off another question, Are Mom and

aback and felt a pang of sympathy for

If she were Janet,

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

trusted Melissa and found comfort in her

into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little

guy,

the sound of footsteps, Marcus looked up and

casting an affectionate gaze

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of

her with intense eyes, as if

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 over

her cheek, Marcus rasped, Tell me, are you fed up with me? Melissa couldnt handle this

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

Marcus wasnt letting her off the hook

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

the door with his

the couch, he hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are

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,

forehead glistened with sweat, and his face

ever grow

her crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth?

his gaze,

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

she felt

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

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

days! And he assured me

can still be with

help but share

cost had been

Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa

Yvonne didnt seem convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in,

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

Off to

he gently touched her

I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it

so the chances of her getting pregnant were

Was it intentional?\

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

was chauffeured to school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to do

back

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

the bedroom door before

the magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne

fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping work today? A half day sounds good!

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