Melissa sometimes wondered if Marcus saw her as a delicate little creature, like a rabbit or amb.


    Taking her hand, she asked softly, Whats the n with Shawn? Melissas tone was soft and her eyes were full of trust as she spoke.


    Marcus nced at her, nonchntly. Let him stew for a bit. Dont worry. If Julie and you bail him out now, hell just do it again.


    J will suffer more in the long run.


    Listening to Marcus, Melissa nodded, saying, Its Js call. If she wants to leave Shawn, I wont hold her back.


    Marcus stared at her, absorbing her words.


    Melissa continued, I just feel for J. Sometimes its just that simple.


    Money really doesnt matter that much, and a woman simply marries for a loyal husband and his love for her. I know thats what J wants, but Shawn let her down.


    Suddenly, Marcus asked, What about you, Melissa? What do you want in marriage? Her heart raced at his question.


    Usually, she wouldnt share this with Marcus but it felt right in this quiet moment between them.


    She shifted, resting against Marcus shoulder, feeling the softness of his shirt against her face.


    Enjoying her closeness, Marcus expression softened.


    Nestled against him, Melissa whispered, If I marry you, I want a simple life, your love, and most importantly, enduring care for each other.


    Happiness to me means waking up happy every day, right? She didnt just say shed marry anyone. She meant him.


    Holding her close, Marcus stayed silent for a while.


    Melissa leaned in, giving him a soft kis on the cheek, and then whispered, Youve been to my office, right? Actually, Marcus


    Out of the blue, Marcus pulled the quilt over her head.


    Then, with a hint of arrogance, he dered, Its time for me to head to work! Melissa was left speechless.


    Three dayster, Shawn emerged, his face a map of bruises.


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    He knelt before Julie, begging for forgiveness. But Julie, unmoved, remarked coolly, You owe J an apology, not me! If she wont forgive you, neither will I. You brought this on yourself after all! Ina fit of anger, Julie even pped Shawn with her shoe.


    Youve really outdone yourself this time, huh? All this trouble for some other woman? If it werent for Melissa helping out, J and Yvonne might be on the streets! And yes, shes seeing Mr. Fowler now and he was so generous to help, but youre not her problem in the first ce.


    Imagine what the Fowlers would think of her if they found out! she scolded.