He figured shed say no, seeing as she just ate.


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    But to his surprise, Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he gave her a smooch as a reward.


    Finally, they headed back home. Ma


    rcus whipped up a bowl of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a batch for them too.


    He asked Melissa if she wanted some.


    She fiddled with her phone, and then looked up and said, Im good! Ive had enough to eat today.


    Marcus squatted down, giving her belly a gentle pat.


    No pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist, Melissa relented.


    Marcus chuckled at her game of saying no but meaning yes.


    Linking arms with him, Melissa headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess Im picking up your habits.


    Hearing this, Marcus nced at her, desire flickering in his eyes.


    As night fell, the Lights in the vi gradually dimmed.


    Marcus was in the shower.


    Melissa, dressed infy PJs, lounged against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It looks like Jessie might be heading overseas.


    After hitting send, she set the phone aside.


    Opening a drawer, she nced at the transfer letter from Albert.


    Shed made her decision to stay but hadnt discussed it with Marcus.


    Not that hed asked.


    Was he just confident she wouldnt leave, or? When the bathroom door creaked open, Marcus emerged, towel still drped around his waist. Spotting themp on and Melissa still awake, he dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember, we have to abstain for the first trimester of your pregnancy! Im not waiting for you, Melissa shot back, giving him a pointed Look.


    Marcus heart melted at the sight of her flushed face.