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

right to talk to me like this, to take me to the hospital? Dont you think I have suffered enough being attacked by your wife and her aunt? Or maybe my

for you?

lowered eyes, Jessie burst into tears. Albert, meeting you is my biggest regret! If I hadnt been so stubborn, I wouldnt be

Ill stay away from you too Its

grave expression as she

you open the door? I can find my

car. Not

Albert unlocked the

didnt hesitate; she got out of the car

only bring her more disappointment. She understood that nothing would change between Albert and

Jessie

alone in the car, Albert pulled out

Even though Jessie was out of sight, he

had its highs

times when Jessie had caused him

at their lowest, Albert had never

ways for good. Jessie didnt even

Three days later, the Waston family and Albert

bash for Alberts birthday. They also

wildfire, reaching Jessies ears too.

to

expected for Albert to go back to his family. Jessie made a point to avoid any news

Melissa and Marcus were in attendance of a

all out for

Melissa unwrapped gift after gift, jotting

she opened one box, Melissa found a ruby

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

the box, spotting the Smith

who it was from, she zoned out for a

and plopped down beside her. He slipped an arm

added, Its from that man! Then, after a

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

its box,

looked at him

part of the

a moment, she playfully ran her fingers along Marcus jaw, murmuring, Marcus, I

now, Mrs. Fowler? You havent looked elsewhere all these years. Cant find anyone better

Marcus liked the praise, she

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

a bit. After spending so

shallower with each

saying, Lets take this to the bed! But Marcus pushed aside the presents and started kising her

The carpets

her arms around Marcus neck and chuckled. You say that

lit, setting the perfect

gaze held hers, as if he could 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

sharing kises and laughter on the

of pain. Marcus, always attentive, immediately halted and held her close. What happened? Are you okay? Melissa shook

in to resume kising her. Carry on,

moved her hands to grabbed random things to hold onto. Eventually, her fingers found something small,

Marcus expression darkened.

gift from Ryan. What made it worse-it was a diamond

Marcus had given her, it was

hand. Seriously?

was just

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

she dropped it. Ryan was

the diamond bracelet from Marcus hold, she tossed it back in the

it, she mused, Ill donate it

it go

somewhat appeased. He leaned in

in his bathrobe, he

until he pulled her close and then she gently pushed him away. I think I better sort these gifts

pushed him aside and resumed opening

away, his face

Melissa, he found her smiling as she unwrapped

behind her, resting his chin on her slender shoulder. You did that

Fowler,

naughty little girl! She chuckled, turning

luck. Four times. And not a single time less.

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

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

can satisfy

against him,

not too shabby yourself. Your

I appreciate your honesty.

conversation flowed effortlessly between

unwrapped

a

cost a

afford something like this? Last I checked, he was still a

nose at the mention of Shawn. Ah,

Marcus grinned. What, are you checking

total.

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

side piece. How could I handle a big,

she breathed out, Just hold on.

cant wait, not a second

they

in easily, especially

promised four times over, so

though Melissa was sobbing her heart out, he didnt bat an