Her slap stung his cheek.
He didnt react, just tossed aside the cigarette butt and closed the door with one hand.
Then he drew her close again, caressing her and kising her with intensity.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtFinally releasing her, he gently touched her flushed lips, murmuring huskily, Ive wanted to do that for ages.
Jessies nerves settled at last.
She landed three slaps on his cheek, expecting him to be irked. But he chuckled softly, pulling her close. So, youre done with him? Feeling embarrassed, she nodded. Shed ended things with Axel.
Did Albert see it as an opportunity? Turning away, she muttered, Let me go! In the dim light, Albert noticed her teary eyes.
He brushed her tears gently. You cried? Ending things hit you hard, didit? Pushing him off, she snapped, Look, its none of your business!
She hastily adjusted her clothes, the air filled with their rapid breaths. Jessie felt mortified. Gathering her thoughts, she reasoned, Albert, dont waste your time any longer. With a billion, you can have anyone.
Albert scowled. You want me to move on? Jessie glanced down, smiling faintly. | wanted you to stay back then, but you still married another woman. Albert Please, just let go.
Were worlds apart now.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWorlds apart? Alberts tone softened. | tried letting go! | let you date someone else.
And then? Jessie lifted her gaze towards the light upstairs.
Then Ill keep searching until | find my perfect match. There are plenty of men out there, Albert. ll find mine.
Fists clenched, teeth gritted, Albert growled, Jessie! She turned to him, offering a gentle smile.
Does it hurt? My past pain dwarfs yours, Albert.
With a last glance, she ascended the stairs slowly, disappearing from his sight.
Albert slouched against the wall.