Melissa, as expected, gently patted Jessies shoulder, warning, You really shouldnt drink. We dont want you ending up sick or back in the hospital.
Jessie nodded in agreement at Melissas words.
Eventually, the kids banters brightened the mood. During the meal, Marcus and Albert delved into some business talk.
Meanwhile, Melissa and Jessie had their own catch-up.
Out of the blue, Albert softly inquired, How have you been all these years?
Jessie was taken aback by the question.
At the table with seven, six pairs of eyes were trained on her.
Feeling a touch shy, Jessie answered softly, Pretty good. Ive taken up a new language Lately Hungarian, to be exact.
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Throughout, Albert gazed at her with unwavering focus.
Pulling back, he offered a smile. Impressive! Im quite envious.
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Jessie averted her eyes, murmuring with a slight smile, And Im envious of you, Mr. Waston. A charming wife, and an adorable daughter, it seems idyllic Oh, my apologies. I didnt mean any offense.
Albert remained silent, his look at Jessie laden with unspoken thoughts.
Then Jeslyn drew near, resting her head on Alberts arm before whispering, Dad, I dont know much about my mom. She then turned to Jessie and asked, Have you ever met her? Ive heard she was stunning. Is that right?
Indeed, Jessie had met Jeslyns mother firsthand.
Moreover, she had even received a slap from her!
Yet, all that was in the past, and she couldnt take out her frustration on such a sweet child, who bore a resemblance to Albert.
Nevertheless, Jessie wasnt keen on Jeslyn getting too close.
Hence, Jessie asserted with a firm expression, No, Ive never met her.
Jeslyns face fell with disappointment at this.
Later, she voiced with a tinge of sorrow. My moms gone, so you wont get the chance to meet her.
Jessie was left speechless by her words.
Then, Jeslyn looked up at Jessie once more, tears brimming in her innocent eyes. To Jessie, the little girl seemed so delicate and endearing.
Thus, they locked gazes for an extended moment.