Emma, unsure of what to do, heard footsteps and saw Albert approaching. Mr. Waston! she exclaimed.

Ina hushed tone, she murmured, Shes crying real bad.

Albert held a paper bag, gazing at the door as sobs echoed from within. When shes out, give her these clothes. Her shirts gota missing button.

His words caught Emma off guard.

Albert glanced at the door once more, setting down the bag.

With a heavy sigh, he turned and left. Truth was, he wanted to tell Jessie he hadnt moved on either.

But what could he do? He was married. Couldnt just divorce for Jessie. Had his own ‘commitments.

was gone. He knew he was selfish but he

Axell was the real deal for her, but

deserve her. She

watched Alberts retreating figure, sensing

open. Jessie washed

clothes, Emma noticed two

dared not linger. Handing Jessie the bag, she said,

wear the clothes Albert had offered, even

wear it, she declared, her voice tinged with

She observed as Jessie cleverly hid the spot where the buttons were missing with her handbag and made her way to the elevator. Her strides were decisive, leaving Emma moved

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