“Let's head to the apartment near my company," he suggested.

Without hesitation, Melissa nodded and started the engine.

Twenty minutes later, she parked in front of the building. Exiting the car, Melissa followed Marcus in silence. Matthew played with the water gun in Marcus' arms, but his exhaustion was evident.

Melissa gently stroked his face.

Sensing her touch, Matthew stirred and softly called out to her.

Melissa removed her coat and draped it over him, whispering, "Good night, little pumpkin.”

Marcus continued to observe her. With Matthew asleep, only the two of them remained.

Feeling his gaze, Melissa grew uneasy.

With a gentle smile, Marcus reached out and touched the back of Melissa's neck, as if petting a kitten...

Melissa couldn't help but shiver slightly.

She wanted to retreat, but there was nowhere to hide in the elevator.

As the warm palm made contact with her skin, Melissa felt a tingling sensation... Damn him! He was doing it on purpose!

In the end, she couldn't help but let out a soft moan.

Her voice was barely audible...

Meeting her gaze, Marcus regarded her with an inscrutable expression.

Finally, the elevator reached the top floor. Melissa immediately averted her gaze.

Marcus withdrew his hand and exited the elevator with Matthew.

Unlocking the door and switching on the lights, Marcus revealed a bright and inviting space.

In a daze, Matthew opened his eyes and wrapped his arms around Marcus' neck. "Wow, it's so big here!"

Marcus offered the Little boy a gentle smile.