Having spent two days in the hospital since Matthew fell ll, Melissa was exhausted and really wasn't up for an argument. Finally, she replied with a hint of resignation, “Fine. If you insist on staying, then I'll come back ‘tomorrow morning to take over.” It seemed like the only reasonable option to Melissa at that moment.

Marcus continued to gaze at her intensely, yet remained silent.

Melissa looked down, ready to gather her belongings, when suddenly Marcus caught her wrist... In an instant, she was in Marcus’ embrace.

Through his coat, she could distinctly feel the rhythm of Marcus’ heartbeat.

Melissa was taken by surprise, completely thrown off balance.

shock, she tried to pull away, but Marcus

inches apart, his breath warm against her ear, causing

read too much into it, Miss Brown.” Melissa clenched her teeth, replying sharply, “I'm not thinking anything! Let go of me, right now.” Yet, Marcus didn't release her. He drew her even closer... Despite their son sleeping on the bed nearby, Marcus

light made Melissa's cheeks

as she demanded, “What are you trying to do, Marcus?”

like a plea

caressed her face with his other hand, overwhelming Melissa

turned away. She wanted to argue with Marcus but felt too self-conscious to do so. After a tense

tried to resist, but Marcus was much

making her face him as he continued

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