But after a while, she melted into it and hugged him tight.

His touch thrilled her. After their smooch, she nestled into his embrace.

Marcus lowered his voice and murmured, This meals to cheer you up.

Have you been shedding tears? No.

Youve been crying and still running Alberts errands

Marcus felt for her.

Melissa couldnt bear to hear those teasing words he had for her.

She found an excuse to slip away. Marcus just let her go, watching her back for a long while.

Marcus was onto Weldons scheme.

He also knew the Smith family was gunning for Melissa to take the reins, but she refused.

It was late.

Both Matthew and Yvonne were deep asleep. As Melissa finished her shower and prepared for

bed, she found Marcus lounging on her bed, tousling Matthews hair every now and then.

When Marcus spotted Melissa, his gaze was intense.

Lately, Marcus had been staying over occasionally, mainly to keep Matthew company.

Melissa didnt think Marcus would try anything if they all slept together with their son in the same bed, so she didnt dwell on it.

She quietly snuggled up behind Marcus, wrapping her arms around his waist and murmured, Are you staying here tonight? Marcus took her hand and guided it downward Melissas cheeks flushed red like a ripe apple. She squirmed gently.

Well wake up Matthew.

Marcus pivoted, now face to face with Melissa. His nose almost touching hers, their breaths mingled. His masculine scent enveloped her, sending shivers down her spine.

Locking eyes with her, Marcus murmured, I want this. Melissa, dont you want it too? Melissa was torn.

In hushed tones, Marcus confessed, Seeing you like this makes me want to share a bed every night.

Melissa couldnt handle those words but she sensed his desire. With their relationship blossoming lately, and her being a sensible person, she wanted to fulfill his wishes. So she tenderly wrapped her arms around his neck and whispered, Lets go to your room.

Marcus gaze was intense.

He leaned in, pressing his warm face against hers, enveloping her in his heat.

Melissa trembled involuntarily, her voice almost a whimper, Marcus His lips grazed her neck gently.

He smiled softly.

As Marcus carried Melissa into the adjacent bedroom, her robe was nearly slipping off. He pinned her to the bed and gave in to his desires.

In those moments, her eyes were fixed on him, clear and focused.

Does that feel good? Marcus bit his lip, his face flushed, exuding a magnetic allure.

Melissa couldnt help but be aroused just by looking at him.

It was pushing midnight after their intercourse.

Feeling weary, Melissa headed for a bath. Meanwhile, Marcus lounged against the beds

headboard, puffing on a cigarette. As she entered, he quickly stubbed it out and motioned for her to join him.

Melissa melted into his embrace, her body relaxed.

They lay in silence for a spell, reveling in post-coital closeness.

Eventually, he ran his fingers through her soft locks and murmured, My old man called this afternoon, asking when Id pop the question.

Marcus grinned, adding, He thinks Im dragging my feet and that Im useless.

Melissa lifted her head, softly querying, Do you want to tie the knot? But I havent saved up enough for a fancy wedding.

Marcus smirked. Isnt Matthew your dowry? Blushing, Melissa pinched his side, earning a wince. He teased, Are you ready for another round? Melissa sighed, Most guys arent like you, Marcus. Have you got extra stamina?

He rolled over, planting a kis. Breathless, he asked, Have you been with anyone else? Of course, Melissa had not.

She traced his features, brushing aside his tousled hair, teasing, Im kind of curious to find out.

Instead of getting mad, Marcus chuckled.

He whispered in her ear, You dirty little slut.

Melissas eyes sparkled.

Marcus sensed her excitement. He tossed the quilt aside and initiated another round. Does it get you going when I talk dirty? Do you want me to make you feel good every day? Do you want me to fek you all the time? She turned away, mumbling, Quit it.

Ignoring her protest, Marcus kised her, continuing to say things that made her blush. You say you dont want it, but your actions speak otherwise. Youre getting turned on again, arent you? Maybe guys liked this approach. This time, Marcus was rougher.

Eventually, Melissa grew drowsy in his arms, not even bothering to clean herself up.

She gave his shoulder a pat. Go sleep with Matthew. He kicks off the covers and we dont want him to catch a cold.

Marcus scooped Melissa up and carried her to the master bedroom.

As she drifted off, a cool object slipped onto her finger.

She woke up, inspecting her hand.

It was a diamond ring.

Marcus embraced her from behind. His voice was husky as he said, Lets tie the knot, alright? How could Melissa refuse him?

Feeling shy, she melted into his arms. Marcus spoke gently.

Melissa, isnt it a bit late to

over her, slender and tall, while she nestled in his arms, petite and snug. She rested on his shoulder silently before murmuring, Ill get you a ring too, but Im afraid the diamond wont

his fingers

dont compete over

against his neck, feeling his

felt both touched

morning, she woke to sounds from

closely, she recognized Shawns

in with his smooth tones. It sounded Like they were having a decent chat. Melissa was puzzled. Marcus shouldnt be on good

and was likely already

Remembering last nights events,

over her. She wasnt

her body had

had expressed his desire to make love

often entertained the idea herself. She wouldnt be so eager if Marcus wasnt around. Just his presence in bed could set her off. But she was too bashful to admit it. He always took the

Melissa changed

had

Marcus sat at the table. Marcus sipped black coffee,

rambled on about his business, hoping to secure

sum wasnt hefty, maxing out at two

would be

up politely. Shawn, why

I messed up with Janet, Melissa and Yvonne have been giving me the cold shoulder. There are four

his coffee but

wealth, he knew how to keep

are you up so early? Shouldnt you be getting some more rest? Jealousy sparked in Shawns eyes

gulping down some milk, she queried, Shawn, have you got business plans? Ever since their last encounter, Shawn trembled at the thought of Melissa. He stuttered, unable to answer her. Witnessing Shawns discomfort, Marcus felt a twinge of

was actually scared of

with a bowl of cereal, giving her son a pointed look. Once youre done munching, hop in the truck and get back to

without a word, feeling

Julie, Its good that

hesitated, biting back her

with Marcus, it didnt feel right for Shawn to be dependent.

interjected casually, Melissas

Ambitions a good thing.

on Melissas cheek. ll be

to marry me last night? Melissa glanced at the glittering ring on

you regretting it already? Wary of his manipulative ways, Melissa hesitated before conceding, Fine, okay! With a scoff, Marcus teased, Youre saying that because youre under duress, I bet? Melissa, avoiding his gaze, continued with her breakfast, her cheeks

embarrassment.

intently as he tried to

he said casually, Get

left the room, presumably heading to the

milk, Melissa

had seemed

was all because they did care about

was dressed and she

against the drivers seat with

he

stunned by the

a crisp white blouse paired

slim frame, Melissa could pass for

was a mom? Silently, Melissa settled into

her hair as he said, People might think youre

flashed her ID in

stared, silent. Finally, Melissa murmured, You dont like it? I can wear

said

over to buckle her seatbelt,

a tug at

the kis, Marcus rested against her shoulder. Would you still come back if it werent for Matthew?

voice was soft. But Matthews here. Were back and

bother with protection. And Melissa wasnt

any more questions. He tenderly caressed Melissas face before

destination, Sylvia awaited

officially and legally

kept quiet, watching. Melissa, sliding into the car, protested, Hey, thats mine! Give it back! Glancing at the certificate,

imagined

seemed intent on

find it repulsive. Instead, she felt a sense

gazed at Marcus with trust and affection in

her glance, Marcus grinned and then started

cheery mood, he cranked up

teased, Mrs. Fowler,

plenty for a ring! He whisked Melissa off to a shopping mall, where he seemed to have a ring already picked out. Simple yet classy, it

Melissa paid, Marcus eagerly

become Melissas habit. She glanced at him before gently sliding the ring

back

they had drifted apart due to

now, they were married! Melissas eyes brimmed with

her close, kising her passionately, oblivious to the

her tenderly throughout the

they had to cut it short. Their presence, dignified and refined,

the bustling hall.

cheeks stayed flushed until

reason, Marcus had a strong urge to kis Melissa

in the parking lot, he leaned in, planting soft kises on her slender neck, whispering, I didnt expect You to agree so fast you surprised me and I honestly

Marcus hint loud and

on, we need to- But Marcus

found herself unable to

her onto his lap

just stop at kising during a make-out

in the

helped him with her hand,

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