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

and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking

surprised by her

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

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

sympathized

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

the meal, Jessie felt a

a knack for bouncing back

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

glanced at him and asked, How long

handsome face remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About

Youre quite

Marcus and Melissa offered to

needs to rest since shes

to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot before you can take on that role for my

time finding a godfather

scrunched up

hop in. After she was

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

in his seat, Marcus turned to 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

will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the spectacle!

on his lips, and murmured, Youre such a troublemaker! Marcus, remember when you used to tease me like this? Howd I end up falling for

pretty

a kis on her cheek, grinning. That

deny it. Yes! I did kind

teased, Well, lL let it slide this time for crushing on me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving. Lets

say no, seeing as she

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

headed back home.

aroma made the kids mouths water,

asked Melissa if

her phone, and then looked up and said,

her belly a

hungry! Oh, alright, if you

her game of saying no but meaning yes.

dining room and whispered, Guess Im picking up

at her, desire flickering in his

the Lights in the

in

Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message

send, she set

drawer, she glanced at the transfer letter

made her decision to stay but hadnt discussed

Not that hed asked.

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

at the sight

slipped his hand

11 find out

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

putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself disheveled and on the verge of

at her thin pajamas, he murmured, Are you

kis on his chin. Even though

Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt

the letter in his

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

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

was all for her

letting him believe

to have a little control over

into bed and pulled him close. Im beat! Marcus joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If youre set on going, Im behind you

planted a soft kis on his cheek in the dark. I

they snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his

was frosty. Marcus, Im only forty! Im not ancient!

Did she spill the beans 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

bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer qualified to ask

gazed thoughtfully at the phone

resist speaking softly. He must be hurt by what you said.

Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed down

Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so narrow-minded?

stroked

for him to pull her

holding

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

following morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual

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

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

You just want to spend more time with me, dont you? Melissa rolled her eyes,

Marcus

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

halt in front of the building housing the Waston Group. Marcus moved to step out of the car to accompany her, but

Melissas intentions

pick you up later! Melissa lingered in the

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 my side every hour of

his handsome features with her fingertips, Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were together all day? They say absence makes

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