At Melissaâs mention of Jessie, Marcus glanced upstairs.
He remarked, âEven if Jessie struggles, she needs to move on.
Albertâs marriage is solid.
Even if Jessie goes to Heron, it wonât change anything.
Albert has a wife now.
Youâre her friend and you should tell Jessie to let go of him and move on with her own life.
And if you keep coddling her, sheâll never get over it.
â
As he spoke, Melissa studied his face.
Marcus smirk.
âWhat? Have you never seen a handsome guy like me before?â
Melissa admitted honestly, âNope, never.
â
Marcusâ intense gaze held hers for a moment.
Then, he dabbed his lips with a pristine napkin, ruffled Matthewâs hair, and said, âIâm off to the office.
â
Matthew immediately scooped up Minnie, chiming, âBye, dad.
â
Marcus chuckled.
He figured Matthew just wanted more time with the dog.
Like mother, like son, with a mind of his own.
Less than an hour after Marcus departed, Julie showed up.
Julie was ready to lend a hand if Melissa needed it.
Plus, having Yvonne stay with them would be a good arrangement.
Julie even opened up to Melissa, saying, âYou know what Iâm thinking?
Shawnâs raking in the money now.
Iâm worried he might blow it all, so Janet needs to stick by him.
Thatâs why Yvonneâs staying with me.
With no kiddos around, they can focus on their careers.
And I can also help you taking care of Matthew.
â
Melissa inquired about Shawnâs progress.
She was genuinely pleased for him.
Just then, Matthew dashed over, wrapping Julie in a tight hug, bringing tears to her eyes.
Julie missed Matthew dearly too.
With Julie there, Melissa felt at ease heading to the office.
At noon, Melissa called but another servant picked up.
The servant stammered, âMiss Greenâs up.
Sheâs with Matthew, waiting on Julie to cook them something.
â
Melissa breathed a sigh of relief.
That was good news.
After hanging up, she sank into her leather chair, pondering Jessieâs situation.
Bringing Jessie back wasnât just about providing her shelter.
Jessie was in hot water with her folks.
But they wouldnât dare cause a scene at Marcusâ place.
Melissa owed Marcus yet another one.