It was clear that Jessie still had feelings for Albert.

Melissa fetched a damp towel from the bathroom and gently wiped Jessie's forehead as she lay there.

Suddenly, Jessie clutched Melissa's hand.

Jessie blinked, her flushed face wearing a tipsy expression. She murmured, "What brings you here? I'm about to get married. I don't need your pity. Albert, it's over. From now on, our paths won't cross again."

Melissa felt a mix of pity and frustration.

After trying to soothe Jessie, Melissa attempted to move her to the bedroom, hoping she'd calm down in her sleep. Yet, Jessie became agitated, clinging to the table, clamoring for more drinks.

Just as Melissa was at a loss, Jessie's phone began to ring.

It was Albert calling.

Struggling and failing to grasp her phone, Jessie implored, "Melissa, that's Albert on the line. Answer the phone for me. I want to know if he's begging, ready to grovel for a second chance if he's having second thoughts about me marrying someone else... But his ego won't let him. Ask on my behalf."

Tears streamed down Jessie's face as she pleaded.

Melissa's heart sank a bit, too.

She gently tapped Jessie on the back before picking up the call, saying, "Hello, Mr. Waston."

Albert paused, checking his phone to confirm he'd dialed Jessie.

Melissa cut straight to the point, her voice soft, saying, “Jessie's here with me, quite drunk and a bit over the top."

There was a quiet moment on the other end of the line.

Then Albert responded, his voice rough, "I'll be there in thirty minutes. Please look after her until then. And Melissa, my apologies for the inconvenience."

He was well aware of Jessie's fiery spirit.

He knew Jessie's thoughts, yet he recognized he wasn't the one for her.

Melissa was taken aback, not having expected Albert to be in town.

After a moment's hesitation, she acknowledged, "Alright. And by the way, Happy New Year, Mr. Waston!" Melissa then ended the call.