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

she answered, Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad. Maybe shell do better in a

surprised

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

I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments pause, Melissa gently asked, You saw

him! Melissa sympathized with

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

Jessie felt a lot

back

of the restaurant,

glanced at him and asked, How long have you been

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

remarked, Youre quite

the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to

needs to rest

Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot before you can take on that role

the time finding a godfather

scrunched up her

Melissa to hop in. After she

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

her and explained, Think about it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be the godfather And I bet Alberts the one shell

be his elders Our family gatherings would be

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

pretty

and planted a kis on her cheek,

deny it. Yes! I did kind of like you

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

figured shed say no,

you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with

headed

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

Melissa if

and said, Im good! Ive had enough to

squatted down, giving her

Oh,

of

the dining room and whispered,

this, Marcus glanced at her,

fell, the Lights in the villa gradually

in

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

send, she set

glanced at the transfer

stay but hadnt discussed

Not that hed asked.

on and Melissa still awake, he dried his hair and settled beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember,

melted at the sight of

his hand

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

pushed his hand away. What do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for

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

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

a kis on his chin. Even though she didnt speak, he knew what she

out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward,

held the letter

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 about us and our little one if you leave? She just smiled and said

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

all for her taking the

she kept her plan to herself, letting him believe she still

of nice to have a little control over

beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If

soft kis on his cheek in the dark. I

as they snuggled in bed,

declined his call

unable to ignore it any longer, Marcus picked up, grumbling to Melissa, 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 not ancient! Marcus

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

Youre correct. Im no longer

the phone after

softly. He must be hurt by what you said.

the phone on the bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down

Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you

stroked her

made it easy for him to pull her into his

holding her like

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

morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual after

Ill chauffeur you to work and back.

seat with a smile. Im not a fan

want to spend more time with me, dont

to Marcus shameless

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

black Rolls-Royce came to a halt in front of the building housing the Waston Group. Marcus moved to step out of the car to accompany her, but Melissa halted him, saying, Im only one

Melissas intentions

you up later! Melissa lingered in the car for

in, he captured her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish I could have you by my side every hour of every

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

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