A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

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 mind without holding

Melissa. When she answered, Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling

wasnt surprised by

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

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, You saw Mr. Waston, didnt

cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with

drink but, knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a

Jessie felt a lot

bouncing back from sadness in a

felt relieved. As they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting

him and asked, How long have

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

Youre

Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but she

taxi. Melissa needs to

little something for the baby-to-be! I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead

time finding a godfather

up

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

of driving off, he watched Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother

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

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

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 hand and foot. I mustve been out

feeling pretty good

in and planted a kis on her cheek, grinning. That

then! Melissa didnt deny

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

say no, seeing as

you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her agreeableness, he

they headed back home.

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

asked Melissa if

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

her belly

Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you

at her game of

Melissa headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess Im picking

this, Marcus glanced at her, desire flickering in his

night fell, the Lights in the

in the

sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to

she set the

at

to stay

Not that hed asked.

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

at the sight of her flushed

his hand under the

Really? 11 find out when we have your

hand away. What do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt

of putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself

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

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

craving me, huh? 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

the letter in

thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah,

to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when youre ready to quit,

her surprise, he was all

to herself, letting him believe she

nice to have a little control

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

soft kis on his cheek in

they snuggled

declined his call three

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 mind? Albert hesitated before

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

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer qualified

the phone after ending the

must

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

Why must you be so narrow-minded? Didnt Albert confess his love to you in the past? Are you certain he never had feelings for you? Melissa turned towards Marcus, pressing her face against his neck as she murmured, That was ages ago.

stroked her

it easy for him to

holding her

discussion 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 and she

following morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual

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

she settled into the passenger seat with a smile. Im not a fan of driving anyway,

spend more

Marcus shameless

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

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 month pregnant, so its really not necessary. I wont even want to be

comprehended Melissas

he simply smiled and replied gently, Alright, ll 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 her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish I could have you by

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