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

answered, Jessie avoided mentioning Albert and said, Melissa, Im thinking of selling the hotel and taking my mom

surprised by

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

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

Yeah! I cant stand him! Melissa sympathized with Jessie,

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

meal, Jessie felt a lot

for bouncing back from sadness in a short

stepped out of the restaurant,

glanced at him and asked,

handsome face remained cool and his tone was indifferent. About thirty minutes. But Melissa

remarked, Youre quite the

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

Melissa needs to

godmother, alright?! Instead of turning it down, Melissa accepted it with a smile. You better tie the knot before you

the time finding

scrunched up

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

Jessie climb into the taxi and quipped, Having her as the godmother

shes our kids godmother, and her future husband will be the

on our level, and my folks will be his elders

a moment, she leaned in, cupped his face in her hands, planted aks 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 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

and planted a kis

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

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

figured shed say no, seeing

What do you fancy to eat? Feeling pleased with

they headed

up a bowl of seafood noodles for himself. The delicious aroma made the

asked Melissa if

then looked up and said, Im good! Ive

squatted down, giving her belly a

pressure. Eat if youre hungry! Oh, alright,

her game of saying no but

dining

glanced at her, desire flickering in his

night fell, the Lights in the villa gradually

in

Eventually, she hesitated, chewing on

hitting send, she

a drawer, she glanced at the transfer letter from

decision to stay but hadnt discussed it with

Not that hed asked.

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

the sight

his hand under

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

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

herself disheveled and on the verge of tears as he held

pajamas, he murmured, Are you going to challenge me

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

teased, 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

held 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 and our little one if

moment of 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 youre ready to quit, well

surprise, he was all for her taking

plan to herself, letting him believe she still fancied

felt kind of nice to have a little control

joined her, gazing at her sleepy face. Melissa, Im serious! I meanit. If youre set

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

soon as they snuggled

his call

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

to be away? With a faint smirk, Marcus replied, Mr. Waston, shouldnt you be snuggled up next to your missus

let out a bitter smile. Youre correct. Im no longer

the phone after

softly. He must be hurt by what you

bedside table, Marcus leaned against the bed and

no idea what Im referring to? Im jealous, Mrs. Fowler! Melissa pouted, Why must you be so narrow-minded? Didnt Albert

gently stroked

it easy for him to pull her into

savored holding her

it was all in the past. What truly mattered

to head to work as

keys from her grasp, Marcus playfully flicked her forehead. Starting today, Ill chauffeur you to work and back. And no overtime, remember! Melissa was

seat with a smile. Im not a fan of driving anyway, especially when

You liar! You just want to spend more time with

Marcus shameless

willing to tolerate him for the rest of her life

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

Melissas

gently, Alright, ll pick you up later! Melissa

for a fleeting moment before opening the door. Marcus eyes darkened, and he impulsively drew her back Leaning in, he captured her lips in a

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

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