He missed her. If he hadnt come here on purpose, he might never see her again.

Albert slowly made his way over and took a seat across her without aword.

Turning to the restaurant owner, he said, Bring us more food and tossin a bottle of sake.

The man nodded and got ready.

He was sharp. Seeing the place wasnt crowded, he decided to close up shop, giving Albert and Jessie some privacy. Hed heard the rumors about the two and now he could clearly see the love in their eyes.

He was sure they were crazy about each other.

Jessie and Albert sat together at a table.

She was as cool as a cucumber. She looked down and asked, What are you doing here? We agreed not to see each other or talk.

With that, she started to leave.

She was scared. She didnt want anything to do with Albert anymore.

But as she stood, his hand reached out for hers, but then quickly pulled back. He looked at her and said softly, Lets grab a bite together now that we ran into each other! Jessie shook her head, still intending to leave.

But Albert wasnt having it. He murmured, Its just one meal. I wont hassle you! And you barely ate. Are you sure youre not hungry? She knew the drill. He wouldnt cut her loose till they finished eating.

She slumped back down, quiet as a mouse.

When the dishes arrived, the owner tossed in some barbecue, knowing Albert was into.

They both sat in silence.

Jessie zoned out, while Albert quietly seasoned the meat on the grill.

He was a thoughtful guy.

Back when they were together, it had always been him catering to her during meals.

Even though they were no longer together now, some habits just died hard.

Things were still different now though. She used to chow down on barbecue like it was going out of style. Scared of packing on pounds, every time they had hit a barbecue joint, shed make him do some workouts with her after, swearing it kept the pounds off.

And on those nights, shed be real frisky.

Albert had been around the block but every time with her, it was like paradise

But now, facing him, Jessie wasnt feeling it at all.

Albert slid the grilled meat over to her plate.

Dig in! Youve been slimming down! She stayed silent and just nibbled quietly. He was starving but all he cared about was making sure she was fed. He was thoughtful and all. Come on, eat up! Isnt this your favorite? Finally, Jessie set her chopsticks down.

She looked up at him and spoke gently. Albert, can you relax? Youre a married man. Isnt it kind of weird to be so attentive to another woman? She gestured to the spread on the table. We shouldnt even be sitting here together! Finally losing her appetite and her patience, she got up to go.

Albert sat there, watching her go, the sound of her steps fading away.

Maybe he had been too hasty Or maybe he just missed her. Before he knew it, he was up and grabbing her hand, pushing her against the nearest wall. She tried to push back but he held her firm. Then he lifted her chin and planted a kis on her before she could say a word.

He kised her fiercely.

He couldnt help it. Ever since he had tied the knot, he hadnt touched his wife, nor did he feel like fooling around with other women.

But when he saw Jessie, he lost control.

His body was screaming for her! Their clothes were all over the place. In the silent restaurant, all they could hear was their own heavy breathing.

His kis heated up even more.

Then came a sharp smack and Alberts face took a hit.

The romantic vibe between them vanished.

He snapped out of it. Ignoring the sting on his cheek, he turned to see the woman in his arms shrinking against the wall, avoiding his gaze, clearly embarrassed.

Alberts heart sank.

He straightened out her clothes as she trembled, tears streaming down her face. She muttered, Am I just a plaything to you? Do you think you can have your way with me anywhere and anytime you ‘want?

His voice was rough with pain. Hesitantly, he leaned his head against her shoulder, breathing softly. After a moment, he whispered

Atleast then, no one would be there to judge them just for wanting to hold each other.

Their relationship was now frowned upon and deemed unacceptable by society mostly because he was a married man.

Jessie lifted her head slightly. After regaining her composure, she gently pushed him away.

She said, Albert, you made your choice! These words felt like a knife through his heart.

This time, when she left, he didnt stop her. He just returned to his seat and ate slowly. He finished everything, something unusual as Jessie usually devoured most of their meals together.

His phone buzzed on the table. It was Daisy calling.

Albert ignored it.

Daisy texted him. I have a doctors appointment tomorrow for the prenatal check-up. Can you come with me, Albert? Albert powered off his phone without a second thought.

Jessie left the restaurant and wandered the streets, Lost in thought.

Suddenly, she felt a strong urge to see Melissa.

could speak her mind

avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the

surprised by

more sense for her to sell up

when I return! I cant

stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so she invited

but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant they frequented

meal, Jessie felt a lot

knack for bouncing back from sadness in

relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus

him and asked, How long

remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa

remarked, Youre quite

Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but she

a taxi. Melissa needs to rest

from her bag and said, Heres a little something for the baby-to-be! I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a

time finding a

up

Marcus grinned. He held the door open for Melissa to hop in. After she was settled, he strolled

driving off, he watched Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad

her and explained, Think about it! If shes our kids godmother,

will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the

her hands, planted aks on his lips, and murmured, Youre such a troublemaker! Marcus, remember when you used to tease me like this? Howd I end up falling for you back then? When I was your secretary, I didnt have

pretty good about

a kis on

on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind of like

it slide this time for crushing on me for so long.

figured shed say no, seeing as

his surprise, Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy

headed back

for himself. The delicious aroma made the

asked Melissa if

and then looked up and said, Im good! Ive had enough to

squatted down, giving her belly a

Oh,

of saying

arms with him, Melissa headed towards the dining

this, Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in

night fell, the Lights

in the

Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It looks like Jessie

she set the

a drawer, she glanced at the

her decision to stay but hadnt discussed it

Not that hed asked.

dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember, we

the sight

his hand

his voice softening. Really? 11 find out when

away. What do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling

putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as

at her thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you going to challenge me again? Melissa

kis on his chin. Even though she didnt speak, he knew what

jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke

the letter in his

about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He

go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when

was all for her taking the

her plan to herself, letting him believe she still

kind of nice to have a little control over

snuggled into bed and pulled him close. Im beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa,

off the light and planted a soft kis on his cheek in the

snuggled in bed,

his

Im only forty! Im not ancient! Marcus chuckled. Mr. Waston, youre aware youre forty too, right? Then you should be old enough to know its not cool to ring someone up in the dead of night! Its late, whats on your mind? Albert

the beans about where shes headed? How Longs she planning to be away? With a faint smirk, Marcus replied, Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why you so curious about a

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer

thoughtfully at the phone after

speaking softly. He must be hurt

bed and gazed

leaned closer, a faint smile playing on his lips as he whispered in her ear, You truly have no idea what Im referring to? Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so narrow-minded? Didnt Albert confess his love to you in the past? Are you certain he never had feelings for you? Melissa

stroked

easy for him

savored holding her like

about Albert was quickly forgotten in the warmth of their embrace. As Melissa remarked, it was all

morning, Melissa prepared to head

keys from her grasp, Marcus playfully flicked her forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember!

her briefcase in the backseat, she settled into the passenger seat with a smile. Im not a fan of driving anyway, especially when

liar! You just want to spend more time with me, dont you?

Marcus

his teasing. She was willing to tolerate him for the rest of her

a halt in front of the building housing the Waston Group. Marcus moved to step out of the car to accompany her, but Melissa halted him, saying, Im only one month pregnant, so its really not necessary. I wont even want to be here

Melissas

simply smiled and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you up later! Melissa lingered in

moment before opening the door. Marcus eyes darkened, and he impulsively drew her back Leaning in, he captured her lips in a tender kis,

features with her fingertips, Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were together all day? They say absence makes the

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