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,

spun around, chiming, Uncle

sharper

about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

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

unsure of what

Marcus turned and headed back

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

for a servant

that, she strolled

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie chased after him

sat at the table, engrossed in a

in for a

over and took a

these days are really ruthless!

You seem lost in thought. Whats

fully aware that Marcus expected her to plead with

her chair

at the

he shifted his gaze, poured a glass of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron?

he fed up with Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

The walls here are thick. Yvonne wont catch a

forced down a few

usual

away from her, enchanted by her Lovely

stared right back

one hand holding her delicate fingers, Marcus swirled his

chat in my

as Marcus offering his

but a heaviness lingered in her

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

upstairs,

buddy! he told the little

Minnie trailed after them.

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

drained it slowly, and then poured herself another

felt a pleasant

in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad be okay? Yvonne asked the

lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

be

off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to

a pang of sympathy for

line. If she were Janet, shed find it

head and assured, You dont have to leave here!

she trusted Melissa and

into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke was out like a Light in

guy,

up and murmured, Is

affectionate gaze at the sleeping

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

hes curious or

scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if trying

Have you still got a thing for me? Do you ever think about calling it quits? Melissa gazed at him, mulling

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

the lead in their intimate moments,

Marcus wasnt letting her off the hook

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

Marcus shut the door with his

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 voice

you on when I kis you? His approach was soft yet assertive. Melissa collapsed onto the couch, feeling her legs turn

sweat, and his face

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

No! I never She blurted, I never think about anyone else! Is that the truth? Marcus nibbled her chin gently, pressing her, Have you ever thought of leaving me?

Dropping his gaze, Marcus stared

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

tried torise, she felt sore

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

Racing to the bedside, she beamed

in a few days! And he assured me Mom and

can still be

couldnt help but share the girls

had been high

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

seem convinced. Just then,

Melissa was pregnant? Yvonnes eyes widened, fixated on

a pat. Off

touched her shoulder. You get some more

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

time, so the

Was it intentional?\

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

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

back

headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually.

at the bedroom door before finally stepping

Melissa looked up

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

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