But his illness made him restless and hard to soothe. He squirmed in Melissa's hold and even called out for Marcus in his sleep.

By the time it neared ten at night, Melissa, feeling at her wits’ end, pulled out her phone. “How about we call Daddy so you can talk to him?” she suggested, hoping to lift his spirits.

At the mention of his dad, Matthew perked up, his eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Melissa hesitated for a moment before dialing Marcus’ number.

through. “Hey, what's going on?” Melissa took a moment before replying, “Matthew's asking to speak with you... Do

was tentative, filled

club, Marcus couldn't help but sneer. “What are you trying to say, Miss Brown? You think I'm caught up in something, huh?” Though Marcus seemed relaxed, his

gone our separate ways, but that doesn't mean we have to be enemies, alright?” She was worried Matthew might overhear

paused, taking

even chiller tone, he asked, “And why would I agree to that?” Melissa felt her patience wearing thin but managed to keep

gathered herself before saying, “I'm going

a voice full of sorrow, he asked, “Daddy, where

really upset” Marcus’ brow furrowed, and he

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