Julie Wilsonâs husband had lost all his money to gambling, and he was neck-deep in debt.
His creditors often came to harass his family, which eventually forced them to close the dinner.
It was only a matter of time before Julieâs husband was taken to prison.
Coincidentally, Melissa was currently in a good place, financially.
She worked as a secretary for the Watson Group in Heron.
Last month, she was transferred to the branch on Duefron.
She hesitated about the move at first, but in the end, she agreed.
The Watson Group compensated well.
Melissa didnât want to lose such an opportunity because she was being held back by the past.
She returned to Duefron and rented a decent apartment.
It had more than enough space, and she invited Julie to live with her.
Julie had just arrived in Duefron and Melissa wanted to pick her up, but Julie refused.
âYouâre pregnant.
You shouldnât be running around all over the place.
Just wait at home.
You gave me the address, and Iâll manage.
â
Melissa smiled fondly and didnât argue anymore.
âOkay, Iâll go back first.
â
Forty minutes later, she returned to her place.
The community she lived in was old, but it was clean and well- managed.
Just as Melissa arrived at the apartment building, she saw Julie and her many bags downstairs.
âJulie!â Melissa called, giving her a smile.
Despite the warmth of her greeting, sadness made her eyes dull.
After everything that had happened to her, Julie was no stranger to the ups and downs of life.
It would take a lot to surprise her.
Putting down her things, she grabbed Melissaâs hand.
Julie looked her up and down, her eyes finally settling on her stomach.
âIt must be so hard to be pregnant while managing things all on your own.
â
Julie asked no questions about the father.
There was no need to ask.
Melissa shook her head slightly.
She offered to help Julie carry her things, but Julie would have none of it.
She went upstairs, easily carrying her bags with her.
âIâm used to this,â Julie said cheerily.
âThis much is nothing.
â
Melissa held her belly and led the way.
When they arrived inside, Julie looked around and hummed with satisfaction.
âYour babyâs arriving at a pretty nice place.
â