The driver promptly ignited the engine.

Melissa and Matthew barely stepped through the door when Marcus arrived.

Observing this, Julie whisked Shawn off. Shawn grumbled, “Mom, you're so weak in front of Marcus. You can't stand up for Melissa like this.

Women should be more restrained around men.” “I know” Julie conceded.

Marcus appeared unexpectedly. Despite Melissa's surprise, she chose to maintain harmony for

Matthew, then retreated to the kitchen to prepare

fridge, she heard Marcus’

Melissa paused, and then replied softly, “Yeah.” His demeanor toward her suddenly softened, and she was fine with him getting along with Matthew, but she preferred if they could meet

the

padded jacket. He then settled against the sofa, attending to his

head, gently patting it as one

thoroughly enjoyed

her eyes glistening with emotion. Marcus wasn't the only inhabitant of this room haunted by memories of the

toward her. No more casual sneers. For Melissa,

retreated to the kitchen to

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