Julie had advised Melissa to think things over with Marcus.

Melissa wanted to give Marcus a chance, but it was clear they were on different pages. He was ready for her to drop everything to be with him, but she had commitments she couldn't abandon.

The project with Summit Ltd was her decisive point.

She needed to ace this project. It would be a testament to her capabilities wherever she went.

Moreover, it was her way of repaying Albert for recognizing her talents.