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

around,

sharper than

one had to tell her about Marcus capabilities; she just knew he could handle

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

hesitated, unsure of what

complex expression, Marcus turned and headed back

Is Daddy going to be okay? Melissa hugged

servant to attend to

that, she strolled into the Living

crafted by Marcus, while Minnie

sat at the table,

in

Melissa sidled over and took a

maiming Thugs these days are really ruthless! Melissa, taken aback,

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

aware that Marcus expected

in her chair and spoke softly. Shawns in a fix! Then, she spilled all the details

at

of red wine, and remarked to Melissa, Isnt Mr. Waston in Duefron? Why

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

concern, Marcus assured, The walls here are thick. Yvonne

towards the dishes, saying, Lets dig in before they get cold! Knowing Marcus temper, even though she had no appetite, Melissa forced down a few bites. When she finally set

her usual tone

his eyes away from her, enchanted

stared right back at him,

her delicate fingers,

and suggested, Lets chat in

as Marcus offering

but a heaviness lingered in

had been smooth sailing between them but this situation made it feel like they were striking a deal, somehow

headed upstairs,

for bed, buddy! he told the

Minnie trailed after them.

at the table, Melissa gazed at the wine

it slowly, and then poured herself another

she felt a pleasant

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

down the bedside lamp, Melissa sat

your dad will be just

question, Are Mom and Dad going to

was taken aback and felt a pang of sympathy for the

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

dont have to leave here! At her tender

and found comfort in her

until Yvonne drifted into slumber. Returning to her bedroom, she found Marcus soothing Matthew. The little tyke

a big guy, made Matthew

of footsteps, Marcus looked up and murmured,

Marcus, casting an affectionate

strayed? Marcus inquired casually,

lie to him. She spoke softly. Maybe hes curious or tired of marriage Regardless, he shouldnt

scrutinized 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

me, are you fed up with me? Melissa

her to engage more in their relationship and maybe take the lead in their intimate moments, but these questions caught her off

letting her

Worried she might stumble, Melissa clung to his neck, pleading softly, Easy there,

the

hovered over her, tracing her features, and whispered in her ear, Answer me! Are you sick of me, Melissa?

turn you on when I kis you? His approach was soft

sweat, and his face His face looked irresistibly sxy

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

and stammered, No! I never She blurted, I never think

jerk! Dropping his gaze, Marcus

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

tried torise, she felt

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

adorable. Racing to the bedside, she beamed at Melissa. Guess what? Uncle Marcus

in a few days!

splitting, and I can still be with

help but share the

cost had been

Aunt Melissa?

then, Marcus

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

shoulder a pat. Off

touched her shoulder. You get some

shot back, Who knows? I did put in some serious work last night! Marcus mentioned it, and suddenly it

it was her fertile time, so the chances of

Was it intentional?\

Marcus gave her a look loaded with meaning. But Melissa couldnt quite read him Her body ached from their wild night,

school by their driver

he headed back to

Melissa lounged against the headboard, flipping through a fashion magazine casually. Marcus rarely

at the bedroom door before finally

looked up and

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

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