The black Rolls-Royce remained parked outside. Smoke lazily drifted from the half-open window on the drivers side, leading Jessie to assume Albert was seated inside, smoking.

She gazed at the car in silence for a while before drawing the curtains shut.

Jessie had no desire to engage with Albert. She understood that after her breakup with Axel, Albert felt no reservations. In his mind, it seemed natural to pursue her since they were now both single.

But what about the past three years? And what about his marriage? He had a wife and a child. Wasnt it absurd to think he had feelings for Jessie and wanted her back? Jessie leaned against the headboard, engrossed in educational books.

The relentless sound of rain outside grated on her nerves.

Eventually, she switched off the light, put on her headphones, and drifted off to sleep.

was parked downstairs all night. ts too flashy.

sipping her milk, felt a twinge of unease

I go to work

changed clothes and headed downstairs with

crisp and refreshing after

approached Alberts car and then Lightly

down, revealing Alberts slightly

slept well, his complexion lacking its usual vitality.

stood her ground, her

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