As they stepped out, Marcus swiftly took Melissa's marriage certificate. Sylvia kept quiet, watching. Melissa, sliding into the car, protested, "Hey, that's mine! Give it back!"

Glancing at the certificate, Marcus replied coolly, "Relax. I'll keep it safe."

Helplessly, Melissa imagined Marcus’ future bossiness.

He seemed intent on controlling everything.

Oddly, Melissa didn't find it repulsive. Instead, she felt a sense of belonging.