Chapter 2844 Sylvia, though not privy to the specifics of their situation, had a good idea about what had transpired.
She knew Marcus all too well.
He was a man of wealth and pride, now deeply humiliated by almost being deceived and rejected by a young girl.
But it was clear he wasn't over Melissa.
If Marcus had truly moved on from Melissa, why would he be up there, smoking all night and battling a fever? Sylvia wore a gentle smile and patted Melissa's shoulder.
"Look, Mr.
Fowler and I are two different people.
Hey, we haven't caught up in so long.
Don't you have any stories for me? I've been driving all night and now I have to attend to Mr.
Fowler during the day.
Melissa, you seem to know this place well.
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Talking wasn't her strong suit, especially with someone as experienced in the workplace as Sylvia.
Before she knew it, Sylvia had guided her towards the elevator.
They chatted and laughed on the way up.
Sylvia, being a mother, could tell Melissa was struggling.
To her, Melissa seemed naively adorable.
Sylvia thought that if only Melissa were a bit savvier, she could have a much better life, especially with someone like Marcus.
She then heaved a quiet sigh.
Soon, they were at the top floor.
Melissa hesitated at the door, whispering to Sylvia, "The wonton soup is $12.
With packaging and delivery, it's $15.
" Within seconds, Sylvia was already using her room key card.
She responded casually, "Oh, I left my phone and wallet inside.
Cin withto get the money.
" Melissa's voice was low as she replied, “I'll just wait here at the door.
Sylvia grinned.
"You're avoiding Mr.
Fowler, right? He's sick, running a high fever.
I touched his forehead.
His body temp must be at least 39 degrees.
The medical facilities here aren't great.
What if the fever affects his brain? He's not married and doesn't have kids yet.
" Melissa was at a loss for words at this point.
"Just cin.
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" With Little choice, Melissa followed Sylvia inside.
The suite was as opulent as she had imagined.
But upon entering, she was greeted by the smell of cigarettes laced With et amasculine scent. It was unmistakably Marcus.
The familiar scent stirred something in Melissa, making her want to cry. Melissa felt a wave of embarrassment.
Sylvia handed her schange and said, "Don't you want to see Mr. Fowler? If I'm not mistaken, you have feelings for him too.
Even if you don't, you're kind-hearted.
He's always shown kindness to you.
I've never seen him care for any girl as much as he does for you.
Those words cfrom the bottom of her heart.