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,

were sharper

one had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she

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

unsure of

a complex expression, Marcus turned and headed

Daddy going to be okay?

for a servant to attend

that, she strolled

gleefully rode a rocking horse crafted by

sat at the table, engrossed in a

in

awkward, Melissa sidled over and took a

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

inquired, You seem lost in thought. Whats on

was fully aware that Marcus expected her to

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

glanced at the

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

with Janet, huh? The

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

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 you had enough to eat? Beneath the table, Melissa grasped his hand

her usual tone

eyes away from her, enchanted by

same time, Melissa stared right back

one hand holding her delicate

suggested, Lets chat in my

as Marcus offering

but a

sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow making their relationship

Marcus headed upstairs, he

he told

Minnie trailed after them.

Melissa gazed at the wine

drained it slowly, and then

felt

on Yvonne in her room, Melissa found the girl lying with

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat beside her, gently stroking her

be just fine, she

firing off another question, Are Mom and Dad going to divorce?

aback and felt a pang of sympathy

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

head and assured, You dont have to leave here! At her tender

trusted Melissa and

bedroom, she found Marcus soothing

big guy, made Matthew

looked up and murmured, Is Yvonne asleep?

joined Marcus, casting an affectionate

reckon Shawn strayed? Marcus inquired casually, though

hes curious or tired

intense

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

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

and maybe take the lead in their

wasnt letting her off the

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

Marcus shut the door

and whispered in her ear, Answer me!

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

sweat, and his face

with Marcus, Melissa wondered how she could ever grow tired

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

jerk! Dropping his gaze,

slowly, You better not Lie to

tried torise, she felt

the pillow tightly, Melissa gritted her teeth and cursed, Damn it, Marcus! Her

two pigtails making her look adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what?

days! And he

can

help but share the girls

had

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

convinced. Just then, Marcus strolled in, chirping, Maybe

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

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

gently touched her shoulder. You get

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

her fertile time, so the chances of her

Was it intentional?\

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

Yvonne was chauffeured to school by their driver but

he headed back to

lounged against the headboard, flipping through a

at the bedroom door before finally

magazine, Melissa looked up and said, Yvonne told me.

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

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