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

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

wasnt surprised

It made more sense for her to sell up than to

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.

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

wanted a drink but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table

meal, Jessie felt

back from

of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting

him and asked, How long have you been

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

remarked, Youre quite

the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home,

a taxi. Melissa needs to rest since shes

a 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

the time

scrunched up

held the door open for Melissa to hop in.

the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad ideal

Think about it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be

level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would be

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 good

and planted a kis

didnt deny it. Yes!

for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving.

say no, seeing as

chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he gave her a smooch as

they headed back home.

himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water,

if she wanted

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

down, giving her belly a gentle

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

at her game of saying no but meaning

headed towards the dining room and

Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in

Lights in the villa gradually

in the

headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It

hitting send, she set the

a drawer, she glanced at the transfer

made her decision to stay but

Not that hed asked.

still drped around his waist. Spotting the lamp on and Melissa still awake, he dried his hair and settled beside

the sight of her flushed

slipped his hand

11 find out when

think youre doing? Atfirst,

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

murmured, Are you going to challenge me

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

again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke him anymore. She got up and headed to clean up When she returned, she

letter in his

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

to take it, go for it!

he was all for her taking the

kept her plan to herself, letting him believe she still

felt kind of nice to have a little

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

the light and planted a soft kis

as they snuggled in

his call

Melissa, I 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 should be old enough to know its not

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

bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no

thoughtfully at the phone after

speaking softly. He must be hurt by what you

against the bed and gazed down at her. Do you feel

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

gently stroked

made it easy for him to pull her into

savored holding her like

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

prepared to head to work as usual after

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 before

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

more time with me, dont you?

Marcus

teasing. She was willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life even only because of

halt 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

comprehended Melissas intentions

you

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

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