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

thinking of selling the hotel and taking my

wasnt surprised by her

wasnt cut out for running a business. It made more sense for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the hotel. But Melissa wasnt

back in a year or two! Im still young. I might even want to settle down when I return! I cant be

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

she booked a table

Jessie

knack for bouncing back from

the restaurant, Marcus was waiting in

glanced at him and asked, How long

remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty

Youre quite the

and Melissa

taxi. Melissa needs to rest since

want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with

us the time finding a

up

Marcus grinned. He held the door open for Melissa to hop in. After she was settled, he strolled back to

into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother

Marcus turned to her and explained, Think about it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be the godfather

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

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

feeling pretty

in and planted a kis on her

deny it.

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

no, seeing

thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he gave her

they headed back

noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he

Melissa if

and then looked up and said,

her belly

Oh,

at her game of saying no

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

glanced at her, desire flickering

Lights

in

she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a

she set

she glanced at the transfer letter

stay

Not that hed asked.

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,

heart melted at the sight of her

hand under

Really? 11 find out when

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

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

thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you going to challenge me

chin. Even though she

it out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke him anymore. She got up and headed

held the letter

about taking

Marcus suddenly spoke up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when youre ready to

all for her taking

her plan to herself, letting him believe

of nice to

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

switched off the light and planted a soft kis on his cheek in the dark. I

snuggled in

his call

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

about where shes 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

a bitter smile. Youre correct.

the

He must be

the bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed

truly have no idea what Im referring to? Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so

gently stroked

it easy for him to pull her into his

holding her

As Melissa remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered was that Marcus

Melissa prepared to head to work

chauffeur you to work

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

to spend more time with me, dont you? Melissa rolled

Marcus shameless

to concede that Marcus was entitled to his teasing. She was willing to

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

comprehended Melissas

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

back Leaning in, he captured her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish I could have

handsome features with her fingertips, Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were together all day?

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