NovelEnglishMelissa fetched a damp towel from the bathroom and gently wiped Jessie's forehead as she lay there.
Suddenly, Jessie clutched Melissa's hand.
Jessie blinked, her flushed face wearing a tipsy expression. She murmured, “What brings you here? 'm about to get married. | don't need your pity. Albert, it's over. From now on, our paths won't cross again.” Melissa felt a mix of pity and frustration.
After trying to soothe Jessie, Melissa attempted to move her to the bedroom, hoping she'd calm down
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtin her sleep. Yet, Jessie became agitated, clinging to the table, clamoring for more drinks.
Just as Melissa was at a loss, Jessie's phone began to ring.
It was Albert calling.
Struggling and failing to grasp her phone, Jessie implored, “Melissa, that's Albert on the line. Answer the phone for me. | want to know if he's begging, ready to grovel for a second chance if he's having second thoughts about me marrying someone else... But his ego won't let him.
Ask on my behalf” Tears streamed down Jessie's face as she pleaded.
Melissa's heart sank a bit, too.
She gently tapped Jessie on the back before picking up the call, saying, “Hello, Mr. Waston.” Albert paused, checking his phone to confirm he'd dialed Jessie.
Melissa cut straight to the point, her voice soft, saying, “Jessie's here with me, quite drunk and a bit over the top.” There was a quiet moment on the other end of the line.
Then Albert responded, his voice rough, “I'l be there in thirty minutes.
Please look after her until then. And Melissa, my apologies for the inconvenience.” He was well aware of Jessie's fiery spirit.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHe knew Jessie's thoughts, yet he recognized he wasn't the one for her.
Melissa was taken aback, not having expected Albert to be in town.
After a moment's hesitation, she acknowledged, “Alright. And by the way, Happy New Year, Mr. Waston!” Melissa then ended the call.
On his end, Albert set down his phone.
He stood in front of the villa he gave Jessie. His trip to Duefron was.
spontaneous. He just wanted to check on Jessie and see if she was alright. If he did get to meet her, he'd hand her the present.
In that scenario, they could part ways amicably.
But it was clear Jessie hadn't moved on despite her tough facade earlier.
Resting against his car, Albert lit a cigarette, and then got into his vehicle with a heavy heart, pondering over Jessie's future happiness. She deserved a loving and kind partner, something he felt he couldn't provide.
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