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

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

surprised

made more sense for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the hotel. But Melissa wasnt keen on her leaving the

I might even want to settle down when I return!

stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so she invited her

pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant they frequented

Jessie felt a lot

back from sadness

of the restaurant, Marcus was

glanced at him and asked, How long

tone 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, but

needs to rest since

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

time finding

scrunched up her

the door open for Melissa to hop in. After

Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as

godmother, and her

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

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

pretty good about

kis on her cheek, grinning.

crush on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it.

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

shed say no, seeing as she

early anyway. What do you fancy to

they headed back

of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the

asked Melissa if

then looked up and said, Im good! Ive

down, giving her

youre hungry! Oh,

of saying no but meaning

him, Melissa headed towards the dining room and

Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in

night fell, the Lights in the villa gradually

in the

in comfy PJs, lounged against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing

send, she set the phone

she glanced at the

to stay but

Not that hed asked.

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

melted at the sight of her flushed

slipped his hand under the

Really? 11 find out when we

doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for getting frisky, but he

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

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

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

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

letter in

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,

Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out

was all for her taking

she kept her plan to herself, letting him believe she still

kind of nice to have

her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If youre set on going, Im behind

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

snuggled in

his call three

just wont stop unless hes making trouble for everyone! On the other end, Alberts voice was frosty. Marcus, Im only forty!

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

correct.

gazed thoughtfully at the phone

resist speaking softly. He must be hurt by what

Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down

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

gently stroked her

easy for him to pull her into

savored holding her like

Melissa remarked, it was all in the past.

head to work as

chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember!

in the backseat, she settled into the passenger seat with a smile.

just want to spend more time with

to Marcus shameless

willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life even only because of his remarkable

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 of

comprehended Melissas intentions

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

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 every

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

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