Then, he looked at Melissa and asked softly, “What do you think? Do you like this place?"

Melissa averted her gaze and disregarded him.

Marcus gave her a pat and instructed, "Go and put the kettle on.

I'll take Matthew to the room first.”

Melissa nodded and made her way to the kitchen.

Carrying Matthew in his arms, Marcus entered the main bedroom, where a king-size bed awaited. Matthew, lying on the bed, appeared so fragile and vulnerable.

Despite his lack of experience with children, Marcus displayed skill in caring for Matthew.

After removing Matthew's coat and shoes, Marcus embraced the little boy, soothing him until he drifted off to sleep in his arms. The little thing looked even more adorable when he was fast asleep.

Standing beside the bed for a moment, Marcus tenderly tucked Matthew in, unable to resist planting several kisses on the little boy's forehead.

Just then, Melissa entered the room with a glass of water.

"Is he asleep?"

Her voice was low and soft, her gaze fixed on Matthew's face.

Marcus responded with a nod.

After the small talk, he extended his arms to pull Melissa close.

She could even feel his breath... Marcus must have attended some party. There was a faint smell of alcohol on his breath, mingling with his pleasant body scent.

Melissa attempted to struggle, but as soon as she moved...

Marcus encircled her waist with his broad hand.

In a low, deep voice, he remarked, "It's all right now!"

Suddenly, Melissa began to tremble. It wasn't that she hadn't been scared just moments ago. She was simply trying hard to restrain herself... Had Marcus not arrived in time, both she and Matthew would have been taken away and grounded by Weldon.

"Marcus..." She lifted her head but found herself at a loss for words.