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 with

my injury? You have a wife that is pregnant with your child. Is it right to talk to me like this, to take me to the hospital? Dont you think I have suffered enough being attacked by your

for you?

been so stubborn, I

away from you too Its for the

wore a grave

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

Not a word was exchanged

Albert unlocked

got

nothing would

behind Jessie as she

Albert pulled

the cigarette stood out in the darkness. Even though Jessie was out of sight,

relationship had its highs and lows like any

times when Jessie

Albert

they were parting ways for good. Jessie

ended up here? Three days later, the Waston family and Albert returned

Wastons threw a huge bash for Alberts birthday. They also announced

reaching Jessies ears too.

chose to brush it

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

later, on a scorching summer day, Melissa and Marcus were in attendance of a fancy banquet.

Fowlers went all out for

evening, Melissa unwrapped gift after gift, jotting down

opened one box, Melissa found a

However, it also looked like something

the Smith familys initials at the

it was from, she zoned out for

a towel wrapped around his waist, and plopped down beside her. He slipped an arm around Melissas waist, pulling her close. When she snapped back to reality,

man! Then, after a pause, she continued,

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 take after her mom a lot.

the bracelet to its box, saying, Ill have it sent

at him gratefully

this is part

playfully ran her fingers along Marcus jaw,

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 hold back,

Marcus liked the

tone hinting at a warning, like he wouldnt let Melissa off easy if she didnt give the right answer. Meanwhile, he slipped

so Marcus decided to tease her a bit. After spending

grew shallower with

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

tone, he murmured, The carpets real soft; you wont feel a

Marcus neck and

room was dimly lit, setting

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

sharing kises and laughter

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

to resume kising her.

she moved her hands to grabbed random things to hold

Marcus expression darkened.

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

as the one Marcus had given her,

from her hand. Seriously? Youre

was just

a gift? Initially, Melissa had wanted to clarify, fearing

it.

Marcus hold,

it, she mused,

let it go

He

was so eager, clad only in his bathrobe,

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

him aside and resumed opening

away, his face flushed but

found her smiling as

playful, Marcus sat up and snuck behind her, resting his chin on her slender shoulder. You

Fowler, youre overthinking

touched her waist. You naughty little girl! She chuckled, turning to kis him. Hush. Let

times. And not a single

rejection but her answer surprised him. Fine.

ear, Marcus shamelessly remarked, Baby, why do I get the

satisfy you

leaned against him, feeling at

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

I appreciate your honesty.

conversation flowed

unwrapped Shawns

a

cost

Shawn afford something like this? Last I

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

him? Marcus grinned. What, are you checking the books now,

million in total.

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

her, 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 no matter how I

out, Just hold on. Let

wait, not a second longer,

they had

to give in easily, especially not on the night of his big

over, so he was sticking to his

her heart

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