It burned her throat.


    In that moment, Jessie almost cried out. She felt so unfairly treated.


    But she refused to show weakness in front of him. Because if she did, shed lose. Shed lose everything-her pride, her dignity. Everyone could mock her as the woman Albert toyed with, but not him.


    In front of Albert, she always wanted to hold onto thatst shred of dignity.


    After three sses, Jessie was quite drunk.


    She slumped against the couch and drifted off.


    Albert approached her, gazing at her sleeping face, gently tucking away the stray hairs on her forehead His fingers throbbed from the fight, trembling slightly.


    He called out to her. Jessie! Jessie didnt stir. She didnt want to. She thought if she didnt wake, she wouldnt have to face Albert.


    She didnt want him to see her like this.


    She really didnt want him to see her like this! Albert reached out and lifted her gently, carrying her out. James was waiting at the door, offering his respects. Mr. Waston, Patricks just a punk; dont Let him get to you! Then he nced at Jessie in Alberts arms, feeling a mix of emotions.


    Clearly, Albert cherished her deeply.


    But why hadnt he married her back then? James couldnt figure it out.


    Albert was unaffected by James words.


    His eyes flickered open, revealing depths impossible to read.


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    Despite James being a wealthy heir, his business faltered, leaving him feeling inferior to Albert. Meeting Alberts gaze became almost unbearable for James.


    Upon standing amidst the clubsvish corridor, Alberts demeanor exuded authority as he spoke deliberately. Ive never been one to forgive.


    James, feeling the weight of Alberts gaze, pleaded. Please, spare Patrick, even just for Renas sake.


    A smirk yed on Alberts lips. What? Does he hold a special ce in Renas heart now? Even if he does, it changes nothing.


    James eyes wavered with conflicting emotions.