She nced at Albert. He seemedposed 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.
Toys for Kiana dropped, along with the picture book for MatthewTêxt belongs to N?velDrama.Org.
Comparatively, Jessie felt overwhelmed with emotionspared 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, exining, Jessie, I didnt know It was Marcus idea.
Jessie understood Melissas predicament and knew Marcus intentions.
She knew he meant well, but she couldnt ept this kindness.
Her hands trembled uncontrobly. After a moment, she whispered, ite back another time.
Melissa didnt want Jessie to feel embarrassed.
She grasped Jessies hand, whispering, Stay. Mr. Waston has moved hispany here and hes moved here as well, so youll bump into each other sooner orter. Jessie For you own sake, just stay strong
and gracefully finish dinner. If you need to cryter, Im always here for you.
Tears welled up in Jessies eyes. Melissal Melissa gave her arm aforting 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 histe 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!