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.

speak her mind without

Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad.

surprised

for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the

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

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

a drink but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant they frequented

Jessie felt a

a knack for bouncing back from

of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in the

him and asked, How long have you

his tone was indifferent.

Youre quite

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

taxi. Melissa needs to rest since shes

pulled out 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 down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the

the time finding

scrunched up her

grinned. He held the door open for Melissa to hop in. After she was settled, he strolled back

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

If shes our kids godmother, and her future husband

on our level, and my folks will be his elders Our family

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

was feeling pretty

leaned in and planted a kis on

then! Melissa didnt deny

Well, lL let it slide this time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the

figured shed say no, seeing

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

they headed

whipped up a bowl of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a batch for

Melissa if she

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

down, giving her belly

hungry! Oh,

her game of saying no but meaning

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

Marcus glanced at her, desire

night fell, the Lights in

was in

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

she set the

she glanced at the transfer letter from

her decision to stay but hadnt

Not that hed asked.

hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember, we have

at the sight

hand

Really? 11 find out when we have

do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for getting frisky, but

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

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

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

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 to clean up When she

held the letter

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 just smiled and said

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

was all for

her plan to herself, letting him believe she still fancied

felt kind of nice to have a little control

at her

planted a soft kis

as they snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his

Im only forty! Im not ancient! Marcus chuckled. Mr. Waston, youre aware youre forty too,

Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct.

at the phone after

must be hurt by

the bed and gazed down at her. Do you

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

stroked her

slender frame made it easy for him to

savored holding her

about Albert was quickly forgotten in the warmth of their embrace. As Melissa remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered

Melissa prepared to head

her forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember!

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

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

to Marcus

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

Rolls-Royce came to a 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

comprehended Melissas

and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you

in, he captured her lips in a

with her fingertips, Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were together all day? They say

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