Melissa was speechless.

She wanted to leave but Marcus insisted they stay. In a surprisingly good mood, he invited his

colleagues to join. “We're dining here! It's Miss Brown's treat.” The brown-nosers eagerly praised Melissa.

“I heard the food's amazing here. I've been dying to try it.” one said.

“Exactly! How generous of you, Miss Brown,” chimed in another.

the waiter to clear the table and ordered

her eyes, Melissa thought

your meal!” About to leave, Melissa was surprised

he spoke gently. “I'l check on Matthew tonight. You had spicy food for lunch, so tell

She expected Marcus to still be there but

Melissa searched

dinner? I saved you some food” Shaking her head, Melissa asked, “Julie... Did Marcus come by?” Julie was surprised. “Nope! He called this morning, said he’s off on a sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ Find ɴøᴠel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters

flight was this afternoon. Matthew also knew

even care to tell the

She changed the subject, played with Matthew

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