After a long pause, he murmured, You still blame me for what happened, dont you? But Melissa, it was my backing off that led you to Marcus. If I hadnt let go of us, what would you have done?
This is pointless.
Melissa tossed her briefcase into the white Bentley and moved to get in.
But Ryan grasped her hand suddenly, leaving her stunned.
He released her hand quickly, a bitter smile on his lips. Im leaving the country and will be transferred to some remote place. I heard it was Marcus idea and that it was arranged through HR. I think its because of that wedding gift I gave you. Melissa, Im not out to cause trouble. I just need a chat. Theres stuff you might not know, like what went down with Shawn last time. Doesnt it seem fishy? Howd he score that gig and cash? And hooking up with his boss girl? Plus, whod go for him with that mug?
Melissa asked icily, Whats your point?
Finally seated in a cafe across from her workplace, Ryan passed her a recorder pen. He grinned, saying, Got a good rapport with Mr. Roger Hill from Fowler Group. I recorded him blabbing while he was sloshed. Turns out, Marcus set Shawn up from the get-go. Even arranged for Shawns fling with that woman. And when Shawn got busted, Marcus bailed him out big time.
Melissa gazed at Ryan in silence for a moment, and then flicked on the recorder pen.
She recognized Rogers voice, though it came in bits and pieces. Yet, the message was clear.
Finally, Roger stuttered, Shawns like a puppet in front of Marcus Fowler. Marcus handed him twenty million as hush money but Shawn kept tight-Lipped. He tried crawling back to his wife but she wouldnt have a bar of it.
Ryan smirked, remarking, Do you hear that, Melissa? Your man isnt what he seems. Hes just a slimy snake, willing to do anything for your forgiveness.
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With a sigh, Melissa switched off the recorder and slid it across to Ryan.
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Ryan looked stunned. Arent you mad? Dont you want to grill him on this?
Melissa replied calmly. This is between us. None of your business.
She rose to leave but Ryans voice stopped her in her tracks. If I swapped places with Marcus, would you still love him? You wouldnt, right?
Melissa hesitated.
Then she answered. The truth is, I never loved you.
Ryans face paled, his body seemingly crumbling. He didnt know why hed done this. Even if he could play dumb, hed still angered Marcus. He had no clue what repercussions awaited him.
Perhaps he wasnt ready to let go just yet.
He envied Marcus seemingly perfect life. Ryan wondered, if he had it all, would Melissa choose him instead?
Melissa slid into her car.
After a moment of silence, her phone buzzed. It was Marcus calling.
You had coffee with Ryan?
Yeah. I see youve still got your guys tailing me. No one likes being watched, Marcus.