Albert inspected the baby closely, nodding. Shes a beauty. She takes after Marcus.
Melissa nodded in agreement.
Matthew took after her, while Kiana resembled Marcus more.
Albert handed out two carefully wrapped gifts, one for the baby, one for her brave mama.
Melissa took them without a soft Thank you.
She asked gently, Hows everything with you?
Albert knew what she was getting at and grinned, Same old. I moved back home. At my age, I need someone to carry my legacy. Doesnt matter if Im the real dad or not, as long as that kids healthy.
His words left Melissa stunned.
But she couldnt probe further. Unexpectedly, he continued, Her moms hardly around. The poor girl cries every night. But her mom just gets annoyed and leaves her with the nanny.
Mr. Waston.
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Melissa didnt quite know what to say to comfort him. Albert shrugged with a hint of a smile. Its probably better that her mom stays away. The poor kid gets scared every time she shows up.
After what felt like ages, Marcus returned with a steaming cup of coffee.
Albert took a couple of sips, and then set it down. He gave Marcus a pat on the shoulder, saying, Take care of Melissa and cherish what youve got. Building a family isnt a walk in the park.
Marcus nodded, replying, Let me give you a lift home.
Albert waved him off. Nah, my drivers waiting downstairs. I squeezed in a visit, but duty calls. I must
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head back to Heron tonight. My daughter needs me.
His words weighed heavily on Melissa.
Still, Marcus insisted on walking Albert out. As they waited for the elevator, Albert chuckled. Since when did you become so attentive?
Its a bit odd!
Raising an eyebrow, Marcus retorted, I guess I didnt leave a good impression. I just thought Id mention, that Jessie is back. She might pop by the hospital to see Melissa. If you stick around, you might catch her.
Jessie was back?
Albert was floored. He had never seen that coming.
He hadnt heard a peep from her in over six months.
Truth is, he couldve checked up on her if he wanted to, but he didnt bother.
Theyd cut ties and hed been blacklisted ages ago. Even if she shared her life highlights online, he couldnt sneak a peek.