Lettie called after them, “You've been out since early morning; you must be exhausted. lunch won't be ready for another two hours, so take some rest. And don't forget to dry Jeslyn's feet to prevent her from catching a cold."

Jeslyn piped up, “I will go change my shoes and we can make snowmen together!"

Despite her usual reluctance for outdoor activities, Lettie found it hard to deny the little girl's request.

Albert brought Jeslyn upstairs and used a heater to warm her tiny feet. Jeslyn, full of energy, exclaimed, "I want to make snowmen with Grandma!"

Albert knelt down, carefully helping Jeslyn into her socks and shoes, and gently asked, "Don't you want to play with Jessie, sweetheart?"

Jeslyn responded earnestly, “I'm leaving Jessie for you."

Impressed by her thoughtfulness, Albert smiled. "You're so considerate!"

He gave her a kiss as a reward and then took her downstairs to join Lettie. Lettie promptly washed her hands and took Jeslyn out to play.

After watching them for a moment, Albert returned upstairs.

In the master bedroom, Jessie had just finished showering and was wrapped in a white bathrobe, applying skincare products.

Albert approached and embraced her from behind, breathing in her scent. “After we're married, let's have your mom move in with us. Jeslyn really likes her."

Jessie looked at him through the mirror and asked, half-jokingly, “Are you marrying me so my mom can be your daughter's nanny?"

Albert gently whispered in her ear, his voice deep and soothing, "What are you talking about? Your mom only has you. It would be too lonely for her to live alone."

Jessie playfully teased him, "She's only a little over ten years older than you."

Albert looked at Jessie with deep admiration.

He guided Jessie onto the bed, his touch gentle. Feeling the moment intensify, Jessie softly pushed him back and said, “Lunch will be ready soon. How can I face my mom and the servants if we had sex now?"

Albert was reluctant to end their moment.

He reached out and affectionately touched her nose. His voice was deep and resonant, "Be more cooperative, and perhaps we can wrap this up before lunch.”

Realizing he was earnest, Jessie wrapped her arms around his neck, her tone playful yet firm, “We just had sex last night! You should show some restraint, especially at your age."

Albert gently held her hand, appreciating her lighthearted chiding.