Marcus was convinced of Melissa's feelings for him.

Her responses during their intimate moments were telltale signs.

This was why he was patient with her.

He turned her to face to him, cradled her neck with one hand, and kissed her deeply.

A man's desires often heightened after having sex for the first time.

He whispered to her ear, asking if she was in pain.

Melissa bit her lip, a gesture he found irresistible. Without a second thought, he embraced her and made love to her gently.

She spent the entire morning in his bed.

Thankfully, Sylvia had been considerate, asked for a day off on Melissa's behalf, and even spent some time chatting with the proprietress.

By noon, when Melissa woke up, she heard the sound of typing.

She sat up quietly and saw Marcus, already dressed and sitting on the sofa. He was working on his laptop placed on the coffee table.

Noticing that she was awake, he looked up and asked, “Did you sleep well?"

Melissa met his gaze, knowing he was awaiting her answer to his big question from earlier.

Marcus had extended remarkable patience to Melissa.

She found it hard to outright refuse him.

After a moment's hesitation, she replied, "I need to think about it."

Marcus responded with a smile, “Alright, take your time. It's already noon. How about I order room service and we have lunch together?"

"No, I should go back to work."

“sylvia has already taken a leave for you. Besides, are you sure you can even get out of bed today?"

He chuckled after saying this, and then stood up and approached the bed. Leaning over with his hands on either side of her, he gently rubbed his nose against hers.