A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

An hour later, they arrived. Paulina stormed into the ward to see her niece Daisy, who recently almost lost the baby she was carrying.

Paulina seethed at the sight of Daisys mistreatment.

Where is Albert? she bellowed.

Daisy averted her gaze, murmuring, Hes tied up with work. Aunt Paulina, he wont be coming any time soon.

Paulina sighed in disappointment. The companys in Heron, right? Yet hes been in Duefron for the past few months. Daisy, youre too lenient! Since you cant rein him in, Ill have to do it! After her remark, Paulina made her exit.

Aunt Paulina! Daisy, in a panic, tried to follow Paulina but was too weak to stand.

Melissa stayed put, and then suddenly whispered, Maam, truth is, you dont really love Mr. Watson.

Her gaze flickered to Daisys belly.

Daisy froze, shielding her stomach, suspecting Melissa had uncovered something.

It was all speculation on Melissas part.

Albert was no spring chicken. Even if he didnt love Daisy, hed feel something for their baby.

Unless he wasnt the father.

Daisys guilty look spoke volumes.

Without another word, Melissa sighed and left the room.

Dialing Alberts number as she walked, he picked up after a few rings. Mr. Watson, Mrs. Watson might be after Jessie! Whats the plan Alberts voice was hushed. ll take care of it! After the call, he tried Jessie, but she had blocked him.

He grabbed his car keys, heading straight to her hotel.

When he arrived, Paulina was already giving Jessie grief. Her arrogance was on full display, her bodyguards causing chaos in Jessies office. Jessies secretary tried to call the cops but was stopped by the guards.

Paulina approached Jessie slowly.

She delicately grasped Jessies chin, eyeing her from head to toe, and smirked. Quite the looker! Jessie brought back memories of Helen.

Alberts real mother! Back then, Paulinas husband fell hard for Helens looks and charm.

Even after Helen found out his deception and dumped him, he couldnt shake her. Their intimacy dwindled, leaving Paulina childless. To top it off, now she had to side with Albert, Helens son, to safeguard the Watson Group.

Paulina despised them! And now, all her fury was directed at the young, beautiful girl before her. She lashed out, slapping Jessie repeatedly until her ears rang.

Jessies secretary shrieked.

But Jessie remained cool as a cucumber. She knew she couldnt fight back. She locked eyes with Paulina and saw through her. She taunted, Youre mad about your husbands cheating, huh? Shouldnt you dig him up and give him a piece of your mind? Why take it out at me? Paulina scowled.

Jessie smirked. Are you really here for revenge on Alberts wife? If you cared, whyd you marry her off to him knowing hes a player? Youre such a phony!

Paulina seethed even more. She barked, Teach her a lesson! Snap some pretty pics.

Back in her day, Paulina dealt with her husbands mistresses by snapping nude photos.

Hearing this, a few guards swooped in to drag Jessie away.

Jessie shrieked. Whats your deal? Im warning you, lay a finger on me, and Ill dig up your hubbys bones, bury him with his flings and make you green with envy! Paulina quivered with rage, ready to slap Jessie again.

Suddenly, the door burst open.

Albert stormed in, shooting Paulina a frosty glare.

Theyd clashed countless times before.

She sneered. Finally decided to show your face! Albert surveyed Jessies swollen cheek and Paulinas haughty demeanor.

Time usually brought maturity, but in this moment, he lost control.

Approaching Paulina, he delivered a resounding slap for everyone to witness.

Her tooth went flying.

With her hair a mess, she sat stunned for a while.

Eventually, she looked up incredulously. You little bastard, how dare you hit me? Do you still want to run Watson Group? Albert grabbed her collar roughly, his face dark. Shed never seen him so furious. Coldly, he stated, I warned you not to harm her! But you wouldnt listen! Wondering if Id dare hit you? Heres your answer! If it werent for my mom, youd be done for. Sick of your constant trouble! You old hag, Ive put up with you Long enough! Paulina seethed but no words escaped her Lips.

Albert shoved her aside.

He warned, You touch her again, and Waston Groups history! ll doit, swear to God! Dont test me!

Jessie caught every word.

She realized he loved her but what good was it? He married someone else and had his own child.

Tears streamed down Jessies face, the heartache outweighing the visible pain.

Albert approached her slowly. He wanted to touch her wound but hesitated. After a while, he simply whispered, Jessie! Jessie gazed at Albert, with blood in her mouth, but she swallowed the ache and looked at him in the eyes.

She said with a light tone, You saw it, right? You said youd look out for me but its been nothing but trouble. Could you and your family stay away from me, Mr. Watson? Please, Im begging you!

Alberts heart hurt hearing Jessies words.

After a pause, he said gently, Let me get you to the hospital.

Jessie declined but Albert insisted because her face was swollen.

He felt he couldnt leave Jessie in that state, even if they werent together anymore.

So he took her away forcefully.

Since Jessie resisted, Albert had to carry her to the car. This drew the attention from the hotel staff.

Jessie tried to escape once she was put in the car but Albert had locked the doors.

He held her hand, voice hoarse as he said, Please, stop fighting with me.

eyes welled up

Is it right to talk to me like this, to take me to the hospital? Dont you think

enough for you? Jessie,

my biggest regret! If I hadnt been so stubborn, I wouldnt be

you too Its for the best, for

grave expression as

you open the door? I can find my own way to the

Not a word was

Albert unlocked

hesitate; she got out

that nothing would change between Albert and

behind Jessie as

in the car, Albert pulled out a cigarette and lit

stood out in the darkness. Even though

relationship had its highs and lows like any

remembered the times when Jessie had caused him

even at their lowest, Albert had never felt this

now, they were parting ways for good. Jessie didnt even glance back when

Three days later, the

for Alberts birthday. They also announced Daisys pregnancy, which made

wildfire, reaching Jessies

chose to brush it

go back to his family. Jessie made a point to

were in attendance of a fancy banquet. Their wedding bells

Fowlers went all

evening, Melissa unwrapped gift after gift, jotting down notes for

opened one box, Melissa found a ruby

made it seem very expensive. However, it also looked like something that had been passed down in

examined the box, spotting the Smith familys

she zoned out

up? After his shower, Marcus strolled over with a towel wrapped around his waist, and plopped down beside her. He

she added, Its from that man! Then, after a pause,

bracelet from Melissa, giving it a once-over. It kind of matched her style, he reckoned Melissa must take after her mom a lot. Weldon must have had genuine feelings for her mom back then. It was a shame their relationship had been built on lies and

to its box, saying, Ill have

at him gratefully upon

team now. Taking care of stuff like this is part of the deal, Marcus

kis him back. After a moment, she playfully ran her fingers along Marcus jaw, murmuring, Marcus, I

voice, he teased, Just figuring that out now, Mrs. Fowler? You havent looked elsewhere all

liked the

you! Isit just for my good looks? Marcus asked, his tone hinting at a warning, like he wouldnt let Melissa off easy if she didnt give the right answer. Meanwhile, he slipped a hand under Melissas clothes, whispering, Any other reasons you cant get

do you mean? Melissa played dumb, so Marcus decided to tease her a bit. After spending so much time together, they knew how to flirt

shallower with each passing

to the bed! But

seductive tone, he murmured, The carpets real soft;

neck

room was dimly lit, setting

I hurt you? I wasnt that rough, was I? But I always

around, sharing kises and laughter on the soft

her back, eliciting a small yelp of pain. Marcus, always attentive, immediately halted and held her close. What happened? Are you okay? Melissa shook her head gently.

he leaned in to resume kising

tried to return his kis as she moved her hands to grabbed random things to hold onto.

Marcus expression darkened.

Ryan. What

one Marcus had

scoffed, snatching it from her hand.

was just

Melissa had wanted to clarify, fearing Marcus might blow up. But when she met his smug look, she knew

she dropped it. Ryan

hold, she tossed it back in

it, she mused, Ill donate it to charity

let it go to

appeased. He

eager, clad only in his bathrobe, he couldnt

her close and then she gently pushed him away. I

him aside and resumed

face flushed but

he found her smiling

sat up and snuck behind her, resting his chin on her slender shoulder. You did that on purpose, didnt you?

Mr. Fowler,

You naughty little girl! She chuckled, turning to kis him. Hush. Let me finish these

times. And not a single time

but her answer surprised him. Fine. Im skipping

ear, Marcus shamelessly remarked, Baby, why do I get the feeling youve been extra

else can satisfy

him, feeling

Youre not too shabby yourself. Your dirty talk is top- notch.

I appreciate your honesty.

flowed effortlessly between

unwrapped

were a

cost a

turned to Marcus. How can Shawn afford something like this? Last I

mention of Shawn. Ah, hes been doing well lately. I tossed him a loan and helped him

you lend him? Marcus grinned. What,

total. Hes making moves and has promised to pay me back within two

the watches, Melissa sighed. Even if hes raking it in, hes not saving. This splurge screams lack of discipline. Marcus, youve spoiled

teasing her with a husky, seductive tone, Youre making it sound like hes my side piece. How could I handle a big, tough guy Like that? I much prefer a soft, gentle woman like you. Youre perfect

Just hold on. Let

a second

they

give in easily, especially not on the night of

four times over, so he was sticking to his

Melissa was sobbing her heart out, he didnt