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

up Melissa. When she answered, Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad. Maybe shell

surprised by her

running a business. It made more sense for her to sell up than to keep

young. I might even want to settle down when I return! I cant be alone forever! After a moments

sympathized with Jessie, so she invited her

knowing Melissa was pregnant, she booked a

meal, Jessie

a knack for bouncing back from sadness in

they stepped out of the restaurant, Marcus

glanced at him and asked, How long have you been

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

remarked, Youre

Dont state the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to

Melissa needs

the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down,

us the time finding a godfather

scrunched up

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

he watched Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having

it! If shes our kids godmother, and her future

level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the

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

pretty good about

leaned in and planted a kis

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

this time for crushing on me

figured shed say no, seeing as she just

you fancy to

they headed back home.

aroma made the kids mouths water, so he whipped up

Melissa if she

and then looked up and said, Im good! Ive had enough to

squatted down, giving her belly a gentle

pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright,

of saying no

headed towards the dining

glanced at her, desire flickering

the Lights

in the

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

she set

drawer, she glanced at

stay but hadnt discussed

Not that hed asked.

the 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, we have to abstain for the first trimester of your pregnancy! Im not waiting for you, Melissa

the sight of

slipped his hand

Really? 11 find out when we have your

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

found herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as he

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

kis on his chin. Even though she

Youre really 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 and

the letter in

this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and inquired, What about

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

was all for her taking

to herself, letting him believe she still fancied working

felt kind of nice to

Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If youre set on going, Im behind you all

switched off the light and planted a soft kis on

soon as they snuggled in

declined his call three

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 chuckled. Mr. Waston, youre aware

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

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct.

at the phone after ending

must be

Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down at her. Do you

idea what Im referring to? Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you

stroked

frame made it easy for him

savored 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 were together

head to work

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

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

want to spend more

Marcus shameless

she had to concede that Marcus was entitled to his teasing. She was willing to tolerate him for the rest

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

Melissas intentions

Alright, ll pick you

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

if we

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