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

Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad.

surprised

her to sell up than to keep struggling with the hotel. But

when I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments pause,

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

knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at

the meal, Jessie felt a

a knack for bouncing back from sadness in

As they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in the car for

him and asked, How long

tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa said you needed space, so

remarked, Youre quite

obvious! Marcus and Melissa

grab a taxi. Melissa needs to rest

I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of

the time finding a godfather

up her

Melissa to hop in.

climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a

kids godmother, and her future husband will

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

up falling for you back

pretty good

and planted a kis on her cheek, grinning. That

didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind of like you back

on me for so

shed say no, seeing as she just

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

headed back

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

Melissa if

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

down, giving her belly a gentle

youre hungry! Oh, alright, if

game of saying no

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

Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in

night fell, the Lights in the

was in the

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

send, she

drawer, she glanced at the transfer letter from

stay but hadnt discussed it with

Not that hed asked.

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!

heart melted at the sight of her flushed

slipped his hand under the

find

doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling

her at ease. Eventually, she found herself disheveled and

her thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you going to challenge me

his chin. Even though

scoffed, Cut it out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke him

the letter in his

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

take it, go for it! Bring some pals

was all for her

herself, letting him believe she still fancied working in

of nice to have a

Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If youre set on

soft kis on his cheek in the dark. I

they snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his

take back what I said! That old geezer just wont stop unless hes 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

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? Who are you to be asking these questions anyway?

bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer

gazed thoughtfully at the phone after ending

must be hurt by

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

are you spouting? Marcus 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 turned towards Marcus, pressing her face against his neck

gently stroked her

frame made it easy for him

savored holding her

was quickly forgotten in the warmth of their embrace. As Melissa remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered was that Marcus and she were

morning, Melissa prepared to head to

you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring at him momentarily

seat with a smile.

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

to Marcus

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

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

Melissas intentions

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

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

you get bored if we were together all day? They

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