With lowered eyes, Jessie burst into tears. Albert, meeting you is my biggest regret! If | hadnt been so stubborn, | wouldnt be in this mess! Lets be strangers from now on! Dont pity me anymore.
And Ill stay away from you too Its for the best, for both of us.
Jessie wore a grave expression as she spoke.
Then she took a deep breath and asked, Could you open the door? | can find my own way to the hospital.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThere was silence in the car. Not a word was exchanged between them.
After awhile, Albert unlocked the doors.
Jessie didnt hesitate; she got out of the car immediately.
She knew lingering would only bring her more disappointment. She understood that nothing would change between Albert and her, and breaking away was the best decision.
The door closed behind Jessie as she walked away.
Sitting alone in the car, Albert pulled out a cigarette and lit it.
The glow of the cigarette stood out in the darkness. Even though Jessie was out of sight, he couldnt shake thoughts of her.
Their relationship had its highs and lows like any other.
He remembered the times when Jessie had caused him trouble.
But even at their lowest, Albert had never felt this hopeless.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmBecause now, they were parting ways for good. Jessie didnt even glance back when she left.
How had they ended up here? Three days later, the Waston family and Albert returned to Heron.
The Wastons threw a huge bash for Alberts birthday. They also announced Daisys pregnancy, which made everyone swoon over their lovey-dovey vibes.
Word spread like wildfire, reaching Jessies ears too.
But she chose to brush it off.
After their breakup, it was expected for Albert to go back to his family. Jessie made a point to avoid any news about him, and Albert stopped bugging her. Life just went on.
A month later, on a scorching summer day, Melissa and Marcus were in attendance of a fancy banquet. Their wedding bells were set for October.
The Fowlers went all out for their celebration.
Come evening, Melissa unwrapped gift after gift, jotting down notes for future payback.