Alberts response hung in the air, neither confirming nor denying.
Silence enveloped them for a moment before Jessie spoke again, her voice softer this time. Why did you bring me here? In Alberts outstretched hand, a glass of water and a pill awaited her.
Take this, he said gently. ltl help ease your discomfort from the hangover.
Jessie whirled around, her hand sweeping out to knock over the glass of water, darkening the sheets in an instant. But she didnt flinch.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtInstead, she unleashed her fury upon him. Why bring me here? Mr.
Waston, does this place hold no memory for you? Count how many nights weve shared on this bed. Whats this? Is this your twisted form of mercy now that you tied the knot with another woman? If youre done with me, why linger around me? My well-being is none of your concern. Do you understand? Its none of your concern! Her words hung heavy in the air as she glared at him, her chest heaving, lips quivering.
It didnt matter how hard she tried. It didnt matter how many vows she made to forget him, the bitterness surged anew whenever she recalled his wedding day. She loathed him with every fiber of her being.
Albert met her gaze in silence.
His patience was unwavering. Despite the spilled water, he refilled the glass and urged her to take the medicine.
After several failed protests, Jessie swallowed the pill dry. With determination, she prepared to leave, pulling the covers aside.
But before she could escape, his grip closed around her wrist.
In a soft voice, Albert said, | havent given you the check yet.
Care to join me for breakfast? Jessies mind went blank for a moment, recalling the events of the previous night. Five hundred million dollars exchanged hands, a transaction she now regretted. She didnt want his money.
Glancing down at their intertwined hands, she demanded, Let go of me!
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmBut Albert held firm, his tone nonchalant. Ill hand over the five hundred million if you share a meal with me.
Jessies lips quivered slightly.
Meeting his gaze, she delivered a swift slap across his cheek. Then, with determination, she began unbuttoning her shirt. Lets get this over with. Dining with you disgusts me more than sleeping with you.
Then she unbuttoned her shirt, revealing a black lace bra.
Her youthful body exuded beauty and allure.
She reclined on the bed, shutting her eyes. Isnt this what you want, Albert? Stop pretending with me.
She was being stubborn, and tears welled in her eyes.
A comforting presence enveloped her, devoid of possessiveness.
Albert offered a gentle embrace.