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.

welled up

retorted, Why do you care about my injury? You have a wife that is pregnant with your child. Is it right to talk to me like

enough for you?

eyes, Jessie burst into tears. Albert, meeting you is my biggest regret! If I hadnt been so stubborn, I wouldnt be in this mess! Lets be strangers from now

Ill stay away from you too Its for the best, for

grave

open the door?

in the car. Not a word was exchanged between

Albert unlocked the

hesitate; she got

understood that nothing would

Jessie as she walked

the car, Albert pulled out a cigarette and

out in the darkness. Even though Jessie was out of sight, he couldnt

relationship had its highs and lows

remembered the times when Jessie

Albert had never felt

were parting ways for good. Jessie

here? Three days later, the Waston

threw a huge bash for Alberts birthday. They also announced Daisys pregnancy, which made everyone swoon

like wildfire, reaching Jessies

chose to brush

to go back to his family. Jessie made a

Marcus were in attendance of a fancy banquet. Their wedding

all out for their

unwrapped gift after gift, jotting down

one box, Melissa found

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

the box, spotting the

from, she zoned out for

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

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

the point of Weldon pulling this stunt now, especially after he had let her mom down? Marcus took the bracelet from Melissa, giving it a once-over. It kind of matched her style, he reckoned Melissa must

box, saying,

him gratefully upon hearing

part of the deal, Marcus said softly, planting a kis

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

Melissa. In a sultry voice, he teased, Just figuring that out now, Mrs. Fowler? You havent looked elsewhere all these years. Cant find anyone better than me, huh? Melissa, feeling grown and confident, didnt

Marcus liked the praise,

anyone as handsome as 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

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

grew shallower with each

saying, Lets take this to the bed! But Marcus pushed aside

seductive tone, he murmured, The carpets real

around Marcus neck and chuckled.

was dimly lit, setting

devour her whole. When did I hurt you? I wasnt that rough, was I? But I always struggle to get up the next day. Marcus, you really have to slow down. Youre just thirty. Take it easy Im

around, sharing kises and laughter

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

his kis as she moved her hands to grabbed random things to hold

Marcus expression darkened.

What made it worse-it was a diamond

the one Marcus had given her, it was

scoffed, snatching it from her hand. Seriously? Youre

just as

Melissa had wanted to clarify, fearing Marcus

she dropped it. Ryan was

diamond bracelet from Marcus hold, she

ditching it, she mused, Ill donate it to

let it go to

appeased. He leaned in

in

until he pulled her close and then she gently pushed him away. I think

firmly pushed him aside

turned away, his face flushed

at Melissa, he found her smiling as she unwrapped

sat up and snuck behind her, resting his chin on her slender

scoffed. Mr. Fowler, youre

softly touched her waist. You naughty little girl! She chuckled,

And not a single time less.

expected rejection but her answer surprised him. Fine. Im skipping

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

can satisfy you like

against him, feeling

too shabby yourself. Your dirty talk

I appreciate your honesty.

conversation flowed

unwrapped Shawns

were a

cost a

something like this? Last I checked, he was

this cash coming from? Is he back to his old ways? Marcus casually touched his nose at the mention of Shawn. Ah, hes been doing well lately. I tossed him a loan and

How much did you lend him? Marcus grinned. What, are you checking

knew he couldnt dodge this conversation. Twenty million in total. Hes making moves and has promised to pay me back

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

piece. How could I handle a big, tough guy Like that? I much prefer a soft, gentle woman like you. Youre perfect no matter how I mold

breathed out, Just hold on.

wait, not a second longer, he

they

give in easily, especially not

times over, so he was sticking to his

her heart out, he didnt bat an

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