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.

she could speak her mind without holding

Im thinking of selling

surprised

her to sell up than to keep struggling with the

Im still young. I might even want to settle down when I return! I cant

Yeah! I cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so

knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant

meal, Jessie felt

bouncing back from

relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in

asked, How long have you been

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

remarked, Youre

the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive

needs to rest

box 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 smile. You

us the time finding

up her

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

Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad ideal Whys that?

it! If shes our kids godmother, and her

will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the spectacle! Melissa gazed at

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 to do house chores for you! But I still waited on

was feeling pretty good about

a kis

had a crush on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind

lL let it slide this time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving. Lets grab

no, seeing as she just

thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with

headed

made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a

Melissa if she

her phone, and then looked up and said,

squatted down, giving her

Oh,

chuckled at her game of saying no but

him, Melissa headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess Im picking up

glanced at her, desire flickering in his

Lights

in the

phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before

she

glanced at the transfer

to stay but hadnt discussed it with

Not that hed asked.

his waist. Spotting the lamp on and Melissa still awake, he dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember,

the sight of

his hand under the

Really? 11 find out when we have

youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt

found herself disheveled and on the verge of

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

head and planted a kis on his chin. Even

Resting against his shoulder, she scoffed, Cut it out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke him anymore. She got up and headed to clean up When she returned, she

held the letter in his

walked over, pulled back the covers, and snuggled into his arms. Looking down at her, he asked softly, You still holding onto this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and inquired, What about us and our little one if you leave? She just smiled and

up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some

her surprise, he was all for

to herself, letting him believe she

to have

pulled him close. Im beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy

soft kis on his cheek in

they 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

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 gal youve left high and dry?

a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im

thoughtfully at the phone after ending

He must be

the phone on the bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down at her. Do you feel sorry for

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

stroked

easy for him to pull

holding her

Melissa remarked, it was all in the past.

morning, Melissa prepared to head to

the keys from her grasp, Marcus playfully flicked her forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring at him momentarily

passenger seat with a smile. Im not

want to spend more time with me, dont

Marcus shameless

to concede that Marcus was entitled to his teasing. She was willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life even only

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 intentions

replied gently, Alright, ll pick you

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

get bored if we were together all day? They say absence makes the

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