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.

could speak her mind

Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my

wasnt surprised

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

even want to settle down when I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments pause, Melissa gently asked, You saw

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

but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a

Jessie

a knack for bouncing back from

they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in the car for

him and asked, How

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

remarked, Youre quite the

Melissa offered

taxi. Melissa needs to rest since shes

godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot

the time finding a

up

held the door open for Melissa to hop

and quipped, Having her as the godmother

her and explained, Think about it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future

our level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the spectacle! Melissa gazed

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

pretty

kis on

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

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

say no, seeing as she

fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with

they headed

whipped up a bowl of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the

Melissa if

up and said, Im

squatted down, giving her belly

youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist,

at her game of saying no but

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

Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering

Lights in the

was in

she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting

hitting send, she set the

at the transfer

to stay but hadnt

Not that hed asked.

he dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still

melted at the sight

slipped his hand under the

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

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

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

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

planted a kis on his chin. Even

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

letter in

still holding onto this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and inquired,

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

surprise, he was all

plan to herself, letting him believe she still

kind of nice to have a

him close. Im beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her

soft kis on his cheek in the dark. I

snuggled

declined his

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 cool to ring someone up in the dead of night! Its late, whats on your mind? Albert hesitated

up next to your missus and kid? Why you so curious about a gal youve

Youre correct. Im no longer qualified to ask

thoughtfully at the

speaking softly. He must be hurt

bed and gazed down at her.

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

gently stroked

for

savored holding her like

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

to head to work as

to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring at him momentarily

the backseat, she settled into the passenger seat with a smile. Im not a fan

more

to Marcus shameless

She was willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life

accompany her, but Melissa halted him, saying, Im only

comprehended Melissas

you up later! Melissa lingered in the

in, he captured her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish

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

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