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, he looked quite the

spun around, chiming, Uncle

were sharper

tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could

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

unsure of what to

complex expression, Marcus turned

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

for a servant to attend

strolled into

crafted by Marcus,

the table, engrossed

were in for a ate

and took

muttered, Poison, electrocution, maiming Thugs these days

the paper aside, Marcus casually inquired, You seem lost in

Marcus expected her to plead

from him. So she sat down in her chair

at the

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

Janet, huh? The more Marcus rambled, the sillier

The walls

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

her usual tone

tear his eyes away from her,

the same time, Melissa stared right back at

delicate fingers, Marcus

gently and suggested, Lets chat

it as Marcus offering

grateful but a heaviness lingered in her

feel

headed upstairs, he brought Matthew

he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

the wine left in her

it slowly, and

she felt a pleasant

found the girl lying with teary eyes. Will Dad

the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking

your dad will be just fine, she reassured.

off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to

felt a pang of sympathy for the little

had crossed a line. If she were Janet, shed find it hard

dont have to leave here! At her

Melissa and

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

guy, made Matthew

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

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate gaze at the sleeping

you reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though his

him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious

Marcus scrutinized her with intense eyes, as if

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

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

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

wasnt letting her off

room. Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading

the door with his

and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa? With that, he began to

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

face His face looked

ever grow tired of him or imagine being with someone

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

his gaze,

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

she felt

the pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her waist felt like it was about to snap! Just then, the door swung

making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at

a few days! And he

I can still be with

Melissa couldnt help

cost had

touching Melissas flushed face, and asked with concern. Are you okay, Aunt Melissa? Your face is all red. Need a doctor? Melissa blushed even

then, Marcus strolled

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

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

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

did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it hit Melissa-They forgot to use protection

fertile time, so the chances

Was it intentional?\

But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her

school by their driver but Marcus volunteered to

he headed back to the

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

at the bedroom

magazine, Melissa looked up and said,

Marcus ran his fingers through her hair and asked softly,

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