Although I was a bit hesitant, I decided to give her a chance."

Marcus made his statement with a serious expression.

Elva, innocent as she was, bought everything her brother said. She widened her beautiful eyes in surprise and asked, "Is it true that you made the first move to pursue him, Melissa?"

Melissa couldn't tolerate it any Longer.

Blushing, she exclaimed, “Don't listen to his nonsense. He was so stingy back then. He wouldn't let me off the hook, even though he knew I didn't have much in my wallet."

Marcus chuckled, countering, "So, if it were someone else, would you open your wallet so willingly?"

Of course she wouldn't.

Melissa understood Marcus' intention in bringing it up, but she couldn't argue against it.

Flipping through a magazine, Marcus remarked casually, "It looked like you've always had a thing for me, and you were just intentionally trying to seduce me."

Elva was stunned by his words and silently made her way to the door without uttering a word.

Seeing her off, Marcus returned to the living room. Pouting, Melissa lamented, "I've put on some weight lately."

Marcus embraced her and nodded. "True! But I find it attractive."

Sensing Marcus' flirtatiousness, Melissa wrapped her arms around his neck and expressed her concern. "I'm worried I won't fit into the wedding dress. What if my waist is too thick? What do you think?"

Marcus kissed her softly and reassured her, “Don't worry. The dress won't be too snug. You trust my mother's judgment, don't you?"

Melissa kissed him in response, and she felt a sense of relief wash over her.

The following day, Marcus headed to the company while Melissa remained at home. Marcus planned to pick her up later, and together they would visit the bridal shop to check if the wedding dress fit properly. With early autumn bringing cooler weather, Melissa found her usual spot on the sofa and indulged in some reading time.

By two o'clock in the afternoon, there was still no sign of Marcus.

Melissa grew concerned as Marcus had promised to return by one o'clock.

After a while, it wasn't Marcus who picked up the phone, but Sylvia.

She sounded notably anxious as she spoke. In an effort not to alarm Melissa, Sylvia composed herself and spoke in a calm manner.