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

of selling the hotel and

surprised

It made more sense for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the

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

pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant they frequented

the meal, Jessie

had a knack for bouncing back from

felt relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in the

at him and asked, How long have you

cool and his tone was indifferent.

remarked, Youre quite

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

a taxi. Melissa needs to

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

time finding

up her

hop in. After

taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such

it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be the godfather And I bet Alberts the one shell

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

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

feeling pretty good

in and planted a kis on her cheek,

then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I

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

say no, seeing as

early anyway. What do you fancy to eat?

headed back

noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths

if she

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

down, giving her belly a gentle

youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you

chuckled at her game of saying no but meaning yes.

Melissa headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess Im

at her, desire

fell, the Lights

was in

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

send, she set the phone

glanced at the transfer letter

stay but hadnt discussed it

Not that hed asked.

she wouldnt 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,

the

hand under

Really? 11 find out when

hand away. What do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for getting frisky, but he

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

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

kis on his chin. Even though she didnt speak, he knew

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 to clean up When she returned, she found Marcus leaning

held the letter

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

it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when youre ready

he was all for her

to herself, letting him believe she still fancied working in

felt kind of nice to have a little

Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im

and planted a soft kis on his

they snuggled in bed, Albert

his

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

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 and kid? Why you so curious about a gal youve left high and dry? Who are you to be asking these questions anyway? There was a prolonged silence on the

Albert let out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer qualified to

thoughtfully at the

He must be hurt by

phone on the bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and

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

gently stroked her

made it easy for him

savored holding

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

to head to work as usual

today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime,

a smile. Im not a fan of driving anyway, especially when theres a chauffeur on

You just want to spend more time with me, dont you? Melissa rolled her

Marcus

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

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

comprehended Melissas

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

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 of

if we were together all day? They say absence makes

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