Jessie’s surprise mingled with confusion.

Why had he returned?

Jessie, in a fluster, attempted to disentangle herself, urging him to release her grasp.

But the moment her hand touched the back of his, he captured it in his broad palm, playfully toying with her fingers.

Leaning his head against her slender shoulder, he breathed lightly, “You’re making a cake.

Feeling trapped and unnerved, Jessie’s voice trembled as she pleaded, “Let go of me.

Albert tightened his hold, gently nipping at the back of her neck.

Then suddenly, he let go of her.

Leaning against the counter, Albert felt a wave of fatigue wash over him after the long drive.

Though he yearned for a cigarette, he resisted, mindful of Jessie’s presence.

he stowed the cigarette pack and lighter

sculpting

a softer tone, he offered

snowfall, I decided to come back early to keep you

came

Jeslyn company and spare

in the soft glow of

her any discomfort, he had exercised considerable restraint over the

one time months ago, he refrained from engaging in any

effort to maintain his decency, and gradually,

even

a liking to

turned around and

dinner, Albert rummaged through the fridge for some food ingredients and prepared a simple sandwich for

wasn’t particularly fussy

commenting, “Dinner from

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