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

your child. Is it right to talk to me like

enough for you? Jessie, please! Albert

meeting you is my biggest regret! If I hadnt been so stubborn, I wouldnt be in this mess! Lets be strangers from

away from you too Its for the

grave expression as

asked, Could you open the door? I can find my own way

in the car. Not a word

awhile, Albert unlocked the

hesitate; she got out of the

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

door closed behind Jessie as she

the car, Albert pulled out a cigarette

cigarette stood out in the darkness. Even though Jessie was

relationship had its highs and lows like

times when Jessie had caused him

Albert had

parting ways for good. Jessie didnt

here? Three days later, the Waston family and

huge bash for Alberts birthday. They also announced Daisys pregnancy,

spread like wildfire, reaching

she chose to brush it

family. Jessie made a point to avoid any news about him, and Albert stopped bugging her. Life

were in attendance of a

all out

gift after gift, jotting

opened one box, Melissa found

However, it also looked like something that had been

examined the box, spotting the Smith familys initials at the

it was from, she zoned out

around his waist, and plopped down beside her. He slipped an arm around

from that man! Then, after

he reckoned Melissa must take after her mom a lot. Weldon must have had genuine feelings for her mom back

box, saying, Ill

at him gratefully upon hearing

stuff like this is part of the deal, Marcus

she playfully ran her fingers along Marcus jaw, murmuring,

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

liked the

spot on. Never found 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

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 and

shallower

arms around Marcus neck, she chuckled, saying, Lets take this to the bed! But Marcus pushed aside the presents and

murmured, The carpets real soft;

arms around Marcus neck and chuckled. You

dimly lit, setting the

intense gaze held hers, as if he could devour her whole. When did I hurt you? I wasnt that rough, was I? But I

around, sharing kises and

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

in to resume kising her.

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

Marcus expression darkened.

gift from Ryan. What made it

Marcus had given her, it

it from her hand.

just

on the guest list so why had he sent a gift? Initially, Melissa had wanted to clarify, fearing Marcus might blow up. But when

it. Ryan was

Marcus hold, she tossed

ditching it, she mused, Ill donate it to charity

let it go to

He leaned in for another

only in his bathrobe,

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

firmly pushed him aside and resumed opening

face

found her smiling as

snuck behind her, resting his chin on

scoffed. Mr. Fowler,

girl! She chuckled, turning to kis him. Hush. Let

And not

her answer surprised him.

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

else can satisfy

against him, feeling at

yourself. Your dirty talk is top-

I appreciate your honesty.

flowed effortlessly

unwrapped Shawns

a pair

cost a

like this? Last I checked, he was

casually touched his nose at the mention of Shawn. Ah, hes been doing well

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

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

hes not saving. This splurge screams lack of discipline. Marcus,

He reached out to touch her, teasing her with a husky, seductive tone, Youre making it sound like hes my side piece.

his touch, she breathed out, Just hold on. Let me

a second longer, he

that, they

especially not on the night of his big

hed promised four times over, so he was sticking

sobbing her heart out, he didnt bat

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