NovelEnglishJanet glared at him and answered, What do you think? He stared at her for a long time before speaking slowly. What do | think? Well | think that you love me very much It was difficult to stay mad-not when his handsome face was so close, his eyes looking at her with affection as he spoke gently.
Janet could only hold out for so long before she folded.
Marcus watched the anger leave her face, her expression softening.
Pulling her closer, he lowered his head and kised her before murmuring, Dont be mad anymore, okay? Things turned out for the best. Shawn wont likely do anything reckless in the future, and Janet has also found her own goal for herself. | heard from Julie that she got promoted recently. Shouldnt we be happy for them? Melissa nodded in acquiescence. The next moment, she bit his lip.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtOuch! What was that for? My lips are bleeding!
Even when they parted for air, Melissas annoyance still lingered and she resisted him. She leaned against his shoulder and said, Youre supposed to be cooking.
Marcus eyes were burning as he looked at her. Heat crept over Melissas cheeks at his intense gaze.
She broke free and escaped to the living room, turning on the TV to watch the news before dinner was ready.
The report played. Business giant, Weldon Smith, has died in the hospital this evening due to stomach cancer
There was no visible change in Melissas expression, but her hands trembled as she gripped the remote.
Footages of Weldon were played on the screen. There was also one of Vanessa wearing sunglasses, hurriedly walking away from the cameras.
The other members of the Smith family were also there. Some of them wore grave expressions while others looked angry, mostly because of the unequal distribution of the inheritance.
Hes finally dead. It was the only thought running in Melissas mind.
Now, she was truly orphaned.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMarcus walked over to her. He had also seen the news. He stood behind Melissa quietly for a long time before placing the mutton chop on the table. Dinner is ready, he called gently.
It took her some time to snap out of her daze and look at him.
Her eyes were filled with unshed tears. Marcus smiled gently at her and reached out. Come here.
Melissa stood up and walked over to him.
Gently holding the wine bottle, she said, Go grab two glasses.
But Marcus stopped her. You dont have to pretend to be calm in front of me. Theres no need for that. And that man | know you dont like him and even hate him, but its completely understandable that you would be emotional after hearing his death. You dont have to pretend to be indifferent. Its just me here.
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