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, he looked quite the

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper than

Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

instead asking, You must be hungry, right? Ill

unsure of

a complex expression, Marcus turned and

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

arranged for a servant to

strolled

rode a rocking horse crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

sat at the table,

were in for

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a

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

inquired, You seem lost in thought.

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to

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

glanced at

poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why not reach out to him for a

up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier he sounded. Melissa frowned, worried Yvonne

assured, The walls here are

Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites.

wasnt her usual

his eyes away from her, enchanted

time, Melissa stared right back at him,

holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

chat in

as Marcus

but a heaviness lingered in

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

upstairs,

bed, buddy! he

Minnie trailed after them.

table, Melissa gazed at the wine left in her

and then poured

she felt

in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes.

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently

dad will be just

bit her lip, firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad

a

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

Melissa gently patted Yvonnes head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender

Melissa and

to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew.

a big guy, made

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

an affectionate gaze

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

couldnt lie to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired

her with intense eyes, as if trying to decipher her

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

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

their relationship and maybe take the lead in their

Marcus wasnt letting her off the hook

Worried she might stumble,

inside, Marcus shut the door with his

features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are

Dol turn you on when I kis you? His approach

glistened with sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy to

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

crazy Finally, Melissa grasped his neck and stammered, No! I never She blurted,

jerk! Dropping his gaze,

he brought his nose close to hers and uttered each word slowly, You

tried torise, she felt sore

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

her look adorable. Racing to the bedside,

few days! And he assured me

can still be

news, Melissa couldnt help but share

cost had been high

edge, Yvonne reached out, touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a

Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

widened, fixated on Melissas

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

her shoulder. You

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

time, so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

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

their driver but Marcus volunteered to

back to

lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine

bedroom

Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told

Marcus ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly, Are you skipping

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