NovelBarWith feigned innocence, Melissa challenged, What would you like me to say? Tell me you love me as well, Marcus voice came, rough around the edges.
Melissa initially thought to tease him, but as she met his gaze, she found herself lost in it. It took her a moment before she whispered, | love you too, Marcus.
He then queried, Do you think Im handsome? A bit lost for words, Melissa shifted gears abruptly. Shouldnt we be on our way to the hospital? Arriving at the hospital, Melissa did a blood test, and then they eagerly waited for the results. The test confirmed her pregnancy.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMarcus examined the results intently before turning to Melissa with conviction. Its going to be a girl! Were having a daughter! The baby is too young to determine its sx, the doctor corrected him with a smile.
Undeterred, Marcus pocketed the printout, asserting, She will be a girl.
As they rode the elevator, Marcus was already pondering names for their child while Melissa gently touched her belly, her face a canvas of contemplation. Previously, Melissa had endeavored to establish herself as competent and capable, seeking Marcus approval. Yet, as their bond deepened, her perspective shifted. Mutual sacrifice became their testament to family.
Releasing the Fowler Group from his grip was unthinkable for Marcus.
Thus, Melissa resolved to prioritize their familys wellbeing above all.
Once, Alberts offer had been alluring, promising a radically different life in Heron. Now, those prospects held no allure for Melissa.
She kept these reflections to herself, not wishing to burden Marcus.
As the elevator reached the lobby, they prepared to exit.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThere, in the doorway, stood Thomas, the man theyd spoken with earlier. His suit hung on a frame thinned by recent stress, a visible toll of his responsibilities within the Smith family.
Their eyes connected as the elevator doors glided open.
Thomas parted his lips to speak, but Marcus greeted him first. Quite the surprise to see you, Mr. Smith! Thomas, masking his emotions, stated plainly, Before my brothers death, he declared Melissa would steward the Smith family business.
So, she attends the funeral not just as his daughter but as his heir as well.
Thomass gaze held Melissas as he added softly, Your ambition is clear in the way youve worked for Albert, proving yourself. Now, an opportunity stands before you. Im confident youll choose wisely.
He paused, gathering his thoughts, before continuing, Weldons last message for you was to release the past once hes gone. Its better to grasp the future thats now in your hands.
Visibly touched by sadness, Thomas collected himself before adding, Weldon never expected you to see him as a father. His wish was simply for you to- Melissa cut in quietly, | must apologize, Mr. Smith. | have no desire or claim to the Smith legacy. Vanessa should be your focus, not me.
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