Chapter 2759

er slim, supple form felt unexpectedly right in his grasp.

Marcus stood at a towering height of at least six feet, whereas Melissa was petite, measuring just 5.

2 feet in stature.

After spending an extensive amount of time together, this moment marked the closest physical contact they had ever shared.

She detected a subtle, pleasant fragrance from his body and couldn’t help but wonder which brand of men’s cologne he used.

In contrast, she herself smelt like a gentle milk-based face cream.

After a lingering moment, Melissa straightened hastily, an attempt to regain composure.

Yet, Marcus didn’t release her.

He was still holding her waist, and his voice was deep and hoarse.

“How come you still smell like milk? Tell me, when did you wean?”

She looked up, meeting his eyes.

Marcus’ eyes darkened for a brief moment.

he released her, and in a nonchalant tone, he said, “Just be more cautious in the

Melissa said nothing.

back to his desk, aimlessly leafing through the papers before

he remarked, “After work, swing by the supermarket for

in the mood for mutton stew with carrots

Melissa nodded.

“Okay.

expression was

the document he was holding, suggested, “If there’s nothing else, feel free to

closing the door behind her, Melissa pulled out a small velvet box from her pocket, gazing at it silently,

perhaps the most precious possession she’d ever

d in her life.

of deliberately making things difficult for Melissa, yet he was among

get too close to a

that maybe, just maybe, when he

by then, she could still keep

of the secretarial department, Melissa overheard her colleagues’ sharp, disdainful

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