Marcus' father and I can merely refrain from introducing new girls to him in the next two years. Melissa, I desire genuine happiness for my son. It's apparent that you are the key to his happiness."

Melissa found herself in a state of shock.

Recognizing the challenge of processing this information, Rena opted for silence. In the interim, Sylvia returned, holding a bag.

Rena asserted, "Arrange for a car to take Melissa back."

Sipping her tea, Rena directed Sylvia, "Visit me later. I have matters to discuss with you."

Sylvia acknowledged.

Despite not being privy to the recent conversation, Sylvia's seasoned workplace acumen and perceptiveness prompted her to promptly organize transportation for Melissa.

Upon Sylvia's return, Rena had made significant progress with her tea.

Locking eyes with Sylvia, she conveyed, “Marcus' departure to Livebop is inevitable. Not even Waylen and I can deter him. I understand you'll be accompanying him. Before your departure, attend to one more matter."

Sylvia presumed it was business-related.

Surprisingly, Rena asserted, "Prior to your Livebop assignment, arrange for Melissa to join the Fowler Group's branch company."

Sylvia was taken aback. Rena cast her gaze downward, offering a smile.

“If Melissa's devotion to Marcus is deep enough, she can reach the head office within a year. Upon Marcus' return, Melissa might find herself working under him, affording them regular encounters."

Rena adjusted her dress and added with gentleness, "Consider it a gift for Marcus."

Rena exited the room.

Sylvia sank back into her chair with a sense of dejection. She pondered the potential backlash from Marcus if he discovered she had orchestrated this. Yet Sylvia couldn't defy Rena's directive, and she certainly couldn't attribute it to Rena.

Every one of the Fowlers was a handful!

Sylvia sighed heavily in her heart.

Melissa remained elusive in Marcus’ world for three days.

In three days, Marcus was set to depart for Livebop. Having successfully persuaded the Fowler Group shareholders, he was ready for the journey.