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

said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad. Maybe

wasnt surprised by her

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

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

cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with

Melissa was pregnant, she booked a

the meal, Jessie felt a lot

knack for bouncing back from sadness in a

As they stepped out of the restaurant,

and asked, How long

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

remarked, Youre quite

Melissa

grab a taxi. Melissa needs to rest since shes

baby-to-be! I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You

the time finding a

up her

He held the door open for Melissa to hop in. After

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

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

to be on our level, and my folks will be his

cupped his face 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 then? When I was your secretary, I didnt have to do house chores for you! But I

was feeling pretty

planted a kis

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

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

say no, seeing as she

surprise, Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness,

they headed

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

asked Melissa if she

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

giving her belly

pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright,

her game of saying

towards the dining room and whispered,

her,

Lights in the villa gradually

in the

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

she set the

glanced at the transfer letter

stay but hadnt

Not that hed asked.

beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember, we have to abstain for

heart melted at the sight of

slipped his hand

softening. Really? 11 find out when we have

doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling

a way of putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself disheveled and

murmured, Are you

lifted her head and planted a kis on his chin. Even though she didnt speak, he knew what she

Youre really craving me, huh? 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

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

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 see you. And when youre ready to quit, well tie the

was all for her taking the

her plan to herself, letting him believe she still

nice to have a little control over

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

the light and planted a soft kis on

as they snuggled in bed,

declined his call three

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 cool to ring someone up in the dead of night!

replied, Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why you so curious about a gal

a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im

gazed thoughtfully at the phone after ending

He must be hurt

against the bed and

rolled over and scoffed. What nonsense 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 as she murmured, That was ages ago. Im

stroked

frame made it easy for him to pull her into

holding

As Melissa remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered was that Marcus

to head to

to work and

seat with a smile. Im not a

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

to Marcus shameless

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

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

comprehended Melissas

gently, Alright, ll pick you up later!

Leaning in,

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

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