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

said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel

surprised

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

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

she muttered, Yeah! I cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with

was pregnant, she booked

meal, Jessie

for bouncing back from

the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in

glanced at him and asked,

window. His handsome face remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa said you needed space, so I

remarked, Youre quite

Marcus and Melissa offered

needs to rest

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,

time

scrunched up

hop in.

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

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

level, and my folks will be his elders Our

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 I still waited on you

pretty

a kis

then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind of

slide this time for crushing on me for so

no, seeing as she

surprise, Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he gave her a smooch as a

they headed back home.

The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a batch

if she wanted

her phone, and then looked up and said,

giving her belly

pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright,

of saying no but meaning

dining room and

this, Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in his

Lights

in the

dressed in comfy PJs, lounged against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It looks like

hitting send, she set the phone

glanced at the transfer letter from

to stay

Not that hed asked.

hair and settled beside her. Whyre you

heart melted at the sight of her

slipped his hand

his voice softening. Really? 11 find out when we

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

she found herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as he

thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you going to

and planted a kis on his chin. Even though she didnt speak,

at it again. Afterward,

held the letter in

you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and inquired, What about us and our

Marcus suddenly spoke up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly

he was all for

she kept her plan to herself, letting him believe

nice to

snuggled into bed and pulled him close. Im beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face.

off the light and planted a soft

as they snuggled in bed,

his

That old geezer just 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

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

smile. Youre correct.

the

He must be hurt by what

table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down at her. Do you

Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so narrow-minded? Didnt Albert confess his love

gently stroked her

made it easy for him to

holding

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

Melissa prepared to head to work as

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

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

want to spend more time with

Marcus

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

Group. Marcus moved to step out of the car to accompany her, but

Melissas

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

locked gazes with Marcus for 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

her fingertips, Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we

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