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!

\

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

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he

Melissa briefly, avoided mentioning Shawn, instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill have Elsie whip something up for

of

turned and headed back

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

arranged for a servant to attend

that, she strolled into the Living

horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

meanwhile, sat at the table, engrossed

they were in

Melissa sidled over and took a

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

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

fully aware that Marcus expected her

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

glanced at

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

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

The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont

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

away from her, enchanted by

the same time, Melissa stared right back

her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

suggested, Lets chat

understood it as Marcus offering

shouldve felt grateful but a heaviness lingered in

it feel like they were

Marcus headed upstairs,

buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

gazed at the wine

it slowly, and then poured herself

felt

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

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

dad will be just

and Dad going to divorce?

and felt a pang of sympathy for the little

she were

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

and found comfort in

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

being a big guy, made Matthew

and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep? Yep, Melissa replied

Marcus, casting an affectionate

Marcus inquired casually, though

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

intense eyes, as if trying to

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

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

relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these

Marcus wasnt letting her off

Matthew in, Marcus scooped up Melissa and headed for his room. Worried

inside, Marcus shut the

ear, Answer me!

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

and his face His

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

never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth?

his gaze, Marcus stared

nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You better not Lie to me! The next morning,

torise, she

pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it

her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she

coming back in a few days!

splitting, and I can still

the news, Melissa couldnt help but

cost had

face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face

Just then,

Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on Melissas belly. Meanwhile, Melissa shot Marcus a look that

shoulder a pat. Off to school, kiddo. Ill

her shoulder.

couldnt hold back anymore. Im not pregnant! With a sly grin, Marcus shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit

so the chances of her

Was it intentional?\

meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night, so she

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

back

of getting up, Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through

lingered at the bedroom

magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

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

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255