Chapter 3269 "Does it sting?" Melissa inquired.
Jessie clenched her lips.
"Yes, it hurts.
I didn't dare retaliate.
If I had made her miscarry, I couldn't handle the blame.
Melissa hesitated, but then disclosed, "They had a spat earlier, and Mr.
Waston laid his hands on her.
Melissa didn't say anything more to console Jessie.
After a pause, Jessie lifted her gaze to Melissa and said softly, "Truth is, whether they're on good terms or not doesn't concernanymore.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtNo matter how rocky it gets, they're legally married with a kid, while I have got nothing.
As Jessie spoke, she felt a pang of insignificance.
She went on, "It's all in the past.
I need to steer clear of Albert.
Melissa... I know he's helpeda bunch these past months.
Albert's the one who roped in Marcus to invest, right? I owe him but this tI'm cutting ties.
After all, Albert's the one who letdown first.
With a gentle smile, Melissa said, "Fair enough.
Mr.
Waston won't hold it against you.
Jessie flared up instantly.
"You're always taking his side.
However, Melissa didn't argue.
She just stayed patient with Jessie.
's BunnyBookery A bit sheepishly, Jessie insisted, "You have to stick around today.
We're still having dinner together.
Marcus can't have an issue with it.
" Melissa agreed.
Truth be told, after seeing Weldon, Melissa needed stto get her head straight too.
It was already eight in the evening when Melissa got back to the villa.
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The place was all lit up and Marcus' Rolls-Royce Phantom was parked in the lot, indicating he was back. Melissa lingered in the car for a moment.
The villa door swung open.
Out cMatthew, followed by Yvonne.
Matthew wasn't exactly steady on his feet and took a tumble on the lawn. Yvonne hurried over, scooping him up and patting his backside.
Matthew clung to her, playing the spoiled little brother.
Melissa's heart melted at the sight.
She stepped out of the car and approached.
Matthew's rear end was probably still sore but, when he caught sight of his mom, he stumbled over, craving her embrace. He threw himself into Melissa's arms.