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 holding

said, Melissa, Im thinking of

wasnt surprised by her

cut out for running a business. It made more sense for her to sell up than to keep

when I return! I cant be

stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so she invited

pregnant, she booked a table at a

meal, Jessie

bouncing back

the restaurant, Marcus was

glanced at him and asked, How

remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa said you needed space,

remarked, Youre quite the

and Melissa offered to

Melissa needs

want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of

time

scrunched up her

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

Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad ideal Whys that? Melissa

godmother, and her future husband will be the godfather

my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would

in, 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

was feeling pretty

planted a kis on

crush on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind of like you back

Well, lL let it slide this time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving. Lets grab a

shed say no, seeing as

you fancy to

they headed back

delicious aroma made the

Melissa if she

with her phone, and then looked up and said,

squatted down, giving her belly a

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

chuckled at her game of

dining room and whispered, Guess Im picking

Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in his

fell, the Lights in the

in the

headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her

she set the

at the transfer letter from

decision to stay but hadnt discussed it with

Not that hed asked.

Melissa still awake, he dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me?

melted at the sight of

hand under the

his voice softening. Really? 11 find out when we have your

you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for

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

he murmured, Are you going

lifted her head and planted a kis on his chin. Even though she

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

held the letter in

her, he asked softly, You still holding onto this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all

take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when youre ready to quit, well tie the

all

letting him believe she still fancied working

nice to have a little control over

her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I

off the light and planted a soft kis on

snuggled

his call

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 ring someone up in the dead of night! Its late, whats on

Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why you so curious about a gal youve left high and

out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer qualified to ask these

thoughtfully at the phone

softly. He must be hurt by

bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down at

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 you? Melissa turned towards Marcus, pressing her face against his neck as

stroked her

made it easy for him

savored holding

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

Melissa prepared to head to

today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring at him

she settled into the passenger seat with a smile. Im not a fan of driving anyway,

to spend more time with me, dont you? Melissa

to Marcus

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

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 wont even want to

Melissas intentions

ll pick you

before opening the door. Marcus eyes darkened, and he impulsively drew her back Leaning in, he

whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were together all day? They

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