Ryan found himself unsettled by Melissaâs composed and indifferent demeanor.
Jealousy consumed Ryan, fueled by Marcusâ wealth and family background, which seemed
to rob Melissa of her true self.
Ryan faced a grim fate.
His health was deteriorating, and he acknowledged his inability to find a suitable match.
He had resolved to marry Melissa, counting on her Jenkins family ties to secure her affection.
After a moment of contemplation, Ryan revealed, âIâve earned some money and was considering upgrading to a larger house.
Melissa, you understand the challenges of acquiring a 120-square-meter house in a prime location in Duefron.
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Getting to the crux, he proposed, âMarry me, and Iâll contemplate including your name on the real estate license.
â
Melissa fixed a prolonged gaze on him before offering a subtle, knowing smile.
She stated plainly, âRyan, I donât love you.
â
It dawned on her that maybe she had never truly loved him.
Instead, it was a sense of gratitude.
Since his illness, her predominant emotion had been the weight of responsibility.
Free from the shackles of owing anything to the Jenkins family, Melissa dismissed Ryan, walking away without a backward glance.
Ryanâs gaze lingered on her retreating figure.
Finally, breaking the silence, he shouted, âI will achieve more success than he ever will.
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Unmoved, Melissa paid little heed.
Her concerns were never centered on wealth but only on Marcus himself.
While wealth may contribute to Marcusâ allure, it was an inherent aspect of his being.
Exiting the hospital, Melissa strolled leisurely toward the bus stop.
Contrary to assumptions, Melissa hadnât terminated her lease.
Her plan was to retrieve her belongings and return to her old job in Warsew.
Whether her former employer welcomed her back or not, she was prepared to seek alternative employment.
Indifferent to the scrutinizing eyes around her, Melissaâs only desire was to lead a simple life.
Luckily, the breakfast shop proprietress harbored no judgment.
Expressing compassion, she remarked, âThat woman, whatâs her name again? Sylvia? She mentioned your boyfriend is both handsome and wealthy.
Oh, Melissa! Finding someone like him again isnât that easy, especially someone who doesnât hold any disdain for you.
â
The breakfast shop owner spoke bluntly, but Melissa brushed off her words without much consideration.
Engrossed in her work, Melissa silently carried on.