The black Rolls-Royce remained parked outside. Smoke lazily drifted from the half-open window on the driver's side, leading Jessie to assume Albert was seated inside, smoking.

She gazed at the car in silence for a while before drawing the curtains shut.

Jessie had no desire to engage with Albert. She understood that after her breakup with Axell, Albert felt no reservations. In his mind, it seemed natural to pursue her since they were now both single.

But what about the past three years?

And what about his marriage?