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.

she could speak her mind without

thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom abroad.

surprised by

made more sense for her to sell up than to keep struggling with the

two! Im still young. I might even want to settle down when I

muttered, Yeah! I cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie, so she

Melissa was pregnant, she booked a table at a restaurant

Jessie felt a

back

of the restaurant, Marcus was waiting

asked, How long

his tone was indifferent. About

Youre

Dont state the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive

grab a taxi. Melissa needs to rest since

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 down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the

us the time finding

scrunched up

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

Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her

kids godmother, and her future husband will be the godfather And I bet Alberts

going to be on our level, and my folks will be his elders Our family gatherings would

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

pretty

kis on

crush on me back then! Melissa didnt deny it. Yes! I did kind of like you back

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

figured shed say no, seeing as she just

his surprise, Melissa chirped, Sure thing! Its still early anyway. What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with

headed back home.

for himself. The delicious aroma made the kids mouths water,

if she wanted

and said, Im good! Ive had enough to eat

squatted down, giving her belly a gentle

youre hungry! Oh, alright, if you insist, Melissa

chuckled at her game of saying no

the dining room and

this, Marcus glanced at her,

Lights

in the

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

hitting send, she set the

at the

her decision to stay but hadnt discussed

Not that hed asked.

beside her. Whyre you still up? Are you waiting for me? Honey, remember,

at the sight of her

slipped his hand

his voice softening. Really? 11 find out when

do you think youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for getting frisky,

a way of putting her at ease. Eventually, she found herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as he held

murmured, Are you going to challenge me again? Melissa

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

he teased, Youre really craving me, huh? Resting against his shoulder, she scoffed, Cut it out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward,

the letter in

onto this. Are you thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all

silence, Marcus suddenly spoke up again. Hey, dont stress. If you want to take it, go for it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every weekend to see you. And when

her surprise, he was all for

she kept her plan to herself, letting him believe she still fancied working in

of nice to have a little control

joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious!

the light and planted a soft kis on his cheek in the

snuggled in bed, Albert

declined his call

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,

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

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

gazed thoughtfully at the phone after ending

softly. He must be hurt by what you

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

idea what Im referring to? Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so narrow-minded? Didnt Albert

stroked her

easy for

holding her like

As Melissa remarked, it was

morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual after

to work and back. And no

passenger seat with a smile. Im not

You just want to spend more time with

Marcus

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

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

Melissas

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

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 my side every hour of

Melissa whispered, Wouldnt you get bored if we were

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