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.

his wife was gone. He knew he was selfish but he

real

her. She deserved

Alberts retreating figure, sensing

door creaked open. Jessie washed off her makeup,

noticed two missing buttons

not linger. Handing Jessie the bag, she said, Mr. Waston brought

wear the clothes Albert had offered, even though hers own werent really presentable

it, she declared, her

spot where the

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