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

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

surprised by

a business. It made more sense for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the hotel.

year or two! Im still young. I might even 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?

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

but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table

meal, Jessie felt a lot

bouncing back from sadness in a

stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in

at him and asked,

tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa said

remarked, Youre

and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but she

taxi. Melissa needs to rest

alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a

us the time finding a

scrunched up

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

Having her

our kids godmother,

be on our level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the spectacle! Melissa

Howd I end up falling for you back then? When I was your secretary, I didnt have to

was feeling pretty

in and planted a kis on

deny it. Yes! I did kind of

time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving. Lets grab a

say no,

you fancy

headed back

noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he

Melissa if she wanted

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

squatted down, giving her belly a gentle

youre hungry! Oh,

her game of saying no but meaning yes.

headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess Im

Marcus glanced at her,

the Lights

in the

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

she set the

a drawer, she glanced at the transfer

decision to stay but hadnt

Not that hed asked.

leave, or? When the bathroom door creaked open, Marcus emerged, towel still drped around 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, we have to abstain for the first trimester of your pregnancy! Im not waiting for you, Melissa shot back, giving him

the

his hand under the

find

youre doing? Atfirst, she

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

at her thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you going

planted a kis on his chin. Even though

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

held the letter in his

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?

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

surprise, he was all for her taking

her plan to herself, letting him believe she still fancied working in

nice to have

beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa,

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

soon as they snuggled in

his

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

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

a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im

thoughtfully at the

resist speaking softly. He must be hurt by what

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

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

gently stroked her

easy for him to pull her

savored holding her like

remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered was that Marcus and she

Melissa prepared to head

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

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

spend more time with me,

to Marcus

willing to tolerate him for the rest

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 when my body gets heavier in the later stages

comprehended Melissas

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

gazes with Marcus for a fleeting moment 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 I could have you by my side every hour

Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if

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