NovelOnlineChapter 3363 Suddenly, Jessie realized Albert was watching her too, his eyes filled with fondness.
She quickly averted her gaze, flushed with discomfort.
She inwardly chastised herself for her timidity, believing she had moved past these feelings.
Albert was merely a part of her life for a brief period.
He'd chosen another, fathered a child, and was now a widower.
How could she still find herself unsettled by him? Reflecting on this, Jessie turned her attention to Melissa, resuming their conversation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSuddenly, Kiana cup and embraced her, gazing at Jessie warmly.
Climbing onto her lap, the little one pleaded with Jessie to read her a picture book.
Truth be told, Kiana had never clung to her like this before.
It was merely a show for Jeslyn's benefit... Observing this, Marcus shook his head, smiling wryly.
Predictably, this upset Jeslyn greatly.
Jealousy flared in her eyes.
Why did Kiana get a pet dog when she couldn't have one?! Why was Kiana enjoying story twith Jessie while she was left out?! Yet, she was determined to have both a pet dog and Jessie's affection soon enough! Jeslyn then looked up at Albert... He knew his daughter so well, understanding her thoughts with just a glance.
He set his glass aside, caressing her head softly.
Jeslyn took this as her father's assent.
Snuggling up to Albert, she fixed her gaze on Jessie... Meanwhile, she silently vowed to win over Jessie in time. The evening air grew chilly.
The birds and bugs in the courtyard quieted down as exhaustion settled over the three kids.
But the grown-ups were still buzzing with energy.
Marcus seemed to be the only one genuinely enjoying himself.
The others were a mixed bag of emotions.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMelissa didn't want to leave Jessie's side, while Jessie was counting down the seconds until she could escape the awkwardness.
And Albert? Well, he wasn't exactly a people person.
Finally, Albert stood up and m announced, "It's tfor Jeslyn to'go ve to bed. We're taking off.
Thanks for the dinner.
" His driver had been patiently waiting by the entrance.
Before they left, Albert turned to Jessie with a polite offer.
"Do you need a ride? Driving after m drinking isn't the smartest move.
Marcus initially volunteered to drive Jessie home, but then backtracked, saying, Oops I forgot I'm a bit tipsy myself.
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