Unexpectedly, Marcus didn't press her further. Instead, he caressed her waist tenderly and showered her with kisses.

He then said in a raspy tone, “Move in with me!"

Resting against him, Melissa Listened to the steady rhythm of Marcus' heart.

Despite exhaustion, sleep clouded with concerns for Matthew's well-being.

The thought of the Smith family not backing down filled her with dread as she feared for Matthew's safety in the days ahead.