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.

Melissa, she could speak

Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad. Maybe shell do better

surprised

her to sell up than to keep struggling with the

year or two! Im still young. I might even want to settle down when I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments pause, Melissa gently asked,

stand him! Melissa sympathized with

pregnant, she booked a table at a

the meal, Jessie

for bouncing back

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

at him and asked, How

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

Youre

Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but

Melissa needs to rest since

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, Melissa accepted

the time

scrunched up her

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

the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad ideal

shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will

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

I end up falling for you back then? When I was your secretary, I didnt

pretty

kis on her

on me back then! Melissa didnt deny

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

say no, seeing as she

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

headed back

up a bowl of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up a

if she wanted

fiddled with her phone, and then looked up and said, Im good! Ive had

her belly a

hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist, Melissa

her game of saying no

dining room

this, Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in

Lights in the villa gradually

in the

against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a

hitting send, she set

at the

stay but hadnt

Not that hed asked.

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

heart melted at the sight of her flushed

his hand under the

11 find out when we

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

putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself

he murmured, Are you going to challenge me again?

lifted her head and planted a kis on his chin.

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 When she returned, she found Marcus leaning

held the letter

walked over, 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 offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and inquired, What

If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some

her surprise, he was all for her taking the

herself, letting him

of nice to

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

and planted a soft kis on his cheek in the

snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his

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

planning to be away? With a faint smirk, Marcus replied, Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why

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

gazed thoughtfully at the phone after ending

softly. He must be hurt by what

against the bed and gazed down at her.

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

gently stroked

frame made it easy for him to pull her into

savored holding her like

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

head to

Marcus playfully flicked her forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring

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

just want to spend more time with

to Marcus shameless

to tolerate him for the

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 be here when my body gets heavier in the later stages of

comprehended Melissas

pick you up later! Melissa lingered in the car for a

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

get bored if we were together

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