Even the dog was nowhere to be seen.


    She rubbed her eyes, mumbling, Why did I sleep so long? Suddenly, she heard bustling footsteps. It was Kiana and Minnie.


    Kiana, in her floral dress, looked wide awake as she clutched Minnie.


    Jeslyns here for my dog! Melissa blinked in confusion.


    Hands on her hips, Kiana spoke up. Her dad brought her for dinner but I think she just wants Minnie.


    Melissa sat up, patting Kianas cheek. Theyre guests, honey.


    Really? Kiana asked again, relieved. Jeslyns in a cute dress. But Ive got Minnie! And Mom, will shee often? Melissa smiled. I think so!


    Kiana beamed. Dads cooking! He said if you dont wake up, no treat tonight! Melissa was speechless. Marcus should not have said certain things to their daughter! She freshened up and headed downstairs.


    Albert had brought Jeslyn. Maybe hed talked to her as Jeslyn wasnt keen on taking Minnie anymore. She proudly announced, lll have my own dog soon! Kiana made a face.


    The adults focused on their conversation. Melissa discussed business with Albert.


    Soon, Marcusid out the dishes.


    As they prepared to eat, a white BMW pulled up at the gate. Out stepped Jessie, carrying flowers for Melissa and toys for the kids.


    Surprised and puzzled, Melissa greeted Jessie in the hallway.


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    It wasnt that she didnt want to see Jessie, she just didnt understand why she had showed up out of the blue.


    Plus, Albert was still around! They hadnt crossed paths in two or three years.


    Marcus, bringing out thest dish, grinned at his wife. I invited her.


    Whats up? You two are besties, arent you? Melissa was at a loss for words.