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

said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling

wasnt surprised by her

to sell up than to keep struggling with the

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

stand him! Melissa sympathized with

she booked

Jessie felt a lot

for bouncing back from sadness in

felt relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant,

asked, How long have you

handsome face remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty

Youre quite

obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but

needs to rest since

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

time finding a godfather

scrunched up

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

driving off, he watched Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad

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

my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would

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 I

pretty good about

in and planted a kis on her cheek, grinning.

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

it slide this time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way,

no, seeing as she just

Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy

headed back home.

seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids

Melissa if

and said, Im good! Ive

her belly a gentle

hungry! Oh, alright, if you

chuckled at her game of saying no but meaning

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

at her, desire

the Lights in the villa

in the

Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It looks like

hitting send, she set

at the transfer letter

to stay but hadnt discussed it

Not that hed asked.

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 first trimester of your pregnancy! Im not waiting for you, Melissa

heart melted at the

hand under

find out

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

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

Are you

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

jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she

the letter in his

pulled back the covers, and snuggled into his arms. Looking down at her, he asked softly, You still holding onto this. Are you thinking about taking the

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

her surprise, he was all for

to herself, letting him

nice to have

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

a soft kis on his cheek

soon as they snuggled in bed,

declined his call

I take back what I said! 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

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

bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer

thoughtfully at the phone after

softly. He must be hurt

the phone on the bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down at her. Do you feel sorry

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

stroked

slender frame made it easy for

holding her like

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

morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual

forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no

seat with a smile. Im not a

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

Marcus

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

housing the Waston Group. Marcus moved to step out of the car to accompany her, but Melissa halted him, saying,

comprehended Melissas

and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you

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

Wouldnt you get bored if we were

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