FreeNovelShe glanced at Albert. He seemed composed but Melissa, who had been his confidant for years, sensed his tension. She knew he was struggling to keep his feelings in check.
After all, his eyes betrayed him.
Melissa sighed softly, rising to greet Jessie, feeling almost ashamed to meet her friends shocked gaze.
Flowers scattered on the floor.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtToys for Kiana dropped, along with the picture book for Matthew
Comparatively, Jessie felt overwhelmed with emotions compared to Alberts calm demeanor.
She hadnt expected to meet him so soon after returning to Duefron and his wifes passing.
She hurriedly stooped to pick up the scattered items.
Melissa knelt beside her, explaining, Jessie, | didnt know It was Marcus idea.
Jessie understood Melissas predicament and knew Marcus intentions.
She knew he meant well, but she couldnt accept this kindness.
Her hands trembled uncontrollably. After a moment, she whispered, it come back another time.
Melissa didnt want Jessie to feel embarrassed.
She grasped Jessies hand, whispering, Stay. Mr. Waston has moved his company here and hes moved here as well, so youll bump into each other sooner or later. Jessie For you own sake, just stay strong
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmand gracefully finish dinner. If you need to cry later, Im always here for you.
Tears welled up in Jessies eyes. Melissal Melissa gave her arm a comforting pat. She knew it wouldnt be easy but she believed Jessie could handle it.
Suddenly, a slender figure approached, trailed by a little girl.
Albert handed a rose to Jessie, while Jeslyn picked up a small toy, chirping, You dropped this, Miss! Jessie trembled.
Her gaze locked on a beautiful little girl. She found her utterly adorable.
This was Albert and his late wifes child! Jessie had never seen herself as being good with kids.
She thought shed be awkward.
But this girl standing before her was delicate, innocent, and charming. She gazed up at Jessie and chirped, Im Jeslyn! Jeslyn Waston!
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