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.

speak

mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad. Maybe shell do better

wasnt surprised

made more sense for her to sell up

want to settle down when I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments pause, Melissa gently asked, You saw Mr. Waston, didnt you? Jessie

him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so she invited her out for

knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a

meal, Jessie felt a

had a knack for bouncing back from

felt relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant,

at him and asked, How long

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

Youre quite

Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but

needs to

the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot before

us the time finding

up

open for Melissa to hop in. After she

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

shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be

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

in 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

pretty

a kis on her cheek, grinning. That

me back then! Melissa didnt deny

me for so long. Oh, by the way,

shed say no, seeing as she just

Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he gave her

headed back home.

for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a batch for them

if she

fiddled with her phone, and then looked up and said, Im good! Ive had enough

giving her belly

youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist, Melissa

at her game of

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

this, Marcus glanced at her,

night fell, the Lights in the

in

headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on

send, she

a drawer, she glanced at

decision to stay but hadnt discussed it

Not that hed asked.

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, we have to abstain for the first trimester of your pregnancy! Im not waiting for you,

the sight of

slipped his hand

11 find out when

pushed his hand away. What do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt

found herself disheveled and on the

he murmured, Are you going to challenge me again? Melissa nibbled her

his chin. Even

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 found Marcus leaning against the

letter in

holding onto this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in!

moment of silence, Marcus suddenly spoke up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to

he was all for her taking

her plan to herself, letting him

of nice to have a little control over

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

light and planted a soft kis on his cheek in the

snuggled in

declined his call three

making trouble for everyone! On the other end, Alberts voice was frosty. Marcus, 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

smirk, Marcus replied, Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why you so

Youre correct. Im

thoughtfully at the phone after ending

must be hurt by

table, Marcus leaned against the bed and

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 turned towards Marcus, pressing her face against his neck as she murmured, That

gently stroked

slender frame made it easy for him to pull her into his

savored holding her like

it was all

head to work

you to

she settled into the passenger seat with a smile. Im not a fan of

to spend more time with

to Marcus

willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life even only

her, but Melissa halted him, saying, Im only one month pregnant,

comprehended Melissas intentions

and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you up later! Melissa lingered in the car for

Leaning in, he captured her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish I could have you by my side every hour of every day.

if we were together all day? They say absence makes

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