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

thinking of selling the hotel and

surprised by

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

be back in a 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, You saw Mr. Waston, didnt you? Jessie

sympathized with Jessie, so she invited

pregnant, she

the meal, Jessie felt a

back

out of the restaurant, Marcus

asked, How

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

Youre quite the

state the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive Jessie home, but

a taxi. Melissa needs to

pulled out a box from her bag and said, Heres a little something for the baby-to-be! I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it

time finding a godfather

scrunched up

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

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

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

to be on our level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would be quite the spectacle! Melissa

remember when you used to tease me like this? Howd I end up falling for you back then? When I was

pretty

and planted a kis

on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it.

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

figured shed say no,

still early anyway. What do you fancy to

headed back home.

aroma made the kids mouths water, so

Melissa if

then looked up and said,

her

pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist,

her game of saying no

him, Melissa headed towards the dining room and whispered, Guess

at her, desire flickering in

night fell, the Lights in the

was in

in comfy PJs, lounged against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message

send, she set the

she glanced at

stay but hadnt discussed

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

the sight of her flushed

slipped his hand under

find out when we have

do you think youre doing?

herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as he held

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

kis on his chin. Even though

it again. Afterward, she didnt dare provoke him anymore. She got up and headed to clean up When

held the letter in

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

a moment of silence, Marcus suddenly spoke up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring

her surprise, he was all for her

herself, letting him believe

nice to

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

off the light and planted a soft kis on

as they snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his call

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

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

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

gazed thoughtfully at the phone

resist speaking softly. He must

bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and gazed

a faint smile playing on his 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 Albert confess his love to you in the past? Are you certain he never had feelings

stroked her

slender frame made it easy for him to pull her into

holding

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

prepared to head to work as

you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was taken aback, staring at

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

want to spend more time with me, dont you? Melissa rolled

to Marcus shameless

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

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

Melissas intentions

he simply smiled and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you up later! Melissa lingered in the car for a

impulsively drew her back Leaning in, he captured her lips in a tender kis, murmuring, wish I could have you by my

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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