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 holding

avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of

surprised by

up than to keep struggling with the hotel. But Melissa wasnt keen on her leaving the

when I

sympathized with Jessie,

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

Jessie felt a

knack for bouncing back from sadness in a short

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

and asked, How

his tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But

remarked, Youre quite the

Dont state the obvious! Marcus and Melissa offered to drive

needs to rest since shes

I want to be the godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot

the time finding a

scrunched up her

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

climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother isnt such a bad ideal Whys that?

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

be on our level, and my folks will be his elders Our

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

was feeling pretty good

in and planted a kis on her cheek, grinning.

deny it. Yes! I did kind of

me for so long. Oh, by the way, Im starving. Lets

no, seeing

you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with her

headed

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

Melissa if she wanted

her phone, and then looked up and said, Im good!

down, giving her belly a

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

at her game of saying

Melissa headed towards the dining

glanced at her, desire flickering in his

the Lights in the villa gradually

was in the

PJs, lounged against the headboard, sorting through her phone. Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on her lip before shooting a message to Albert. It looks

she set

glanced at the transfer letter from

decision to stay but hadnt discussed

Not that hed asked.

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

at the sight of her

his hand

his voice softening. Really? 11 find out when we have your

youre doing? Atfirst, she wasnt feeling up for getting

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

you going

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

his shoulder, she scoffed, Cut it out, you jerk! Then they went at it again. Afterward, she didnt

letter

thinking about taking the offer? She quipped, Yeah, Im all in! He kised her and

it! Bring some pals along. il fly out every

all

she kept her plan to herself, letting him believe

of nice to

at her sleepy face.

and planted a soft kis on his cheek in

they snuggled in bed,

his call

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 youre forty too, right? Then you should

Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus and kid? Why you so curious about a gal youve left high and dry? Who are you to be asking these questions anyway? There was a prolonged silence

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im

gazed thoughtfully at the phone

must be hurt by what

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

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

stroked

easy for him to pull her

holding her

Melissa remarked, it was all in the past. What truly mattered was

morning, Melissa prepared to head to work as usual after

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

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

spend more time

Marcus

willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life

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

Melissas

simply smiled and replied gently, Alright, ll pick you up later! Melissa lingered

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 my side every hour of every day.

Wouldnt you get bored if we were

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