A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 5

Sophie briefly introduced herself, and after exchanging pleasantries, she accompanied Bernard and Rosita to the CEO’s office.

Jeannie craned her neck to catch a glimpse of the trio, her face displaying unmistakable envy. “On her very first day, Mr. Laurence is personally escorting her! She must be his favorite!”

Amanda placed a comforting hand on Jeannie’s shoulder and explained, “You’re missing the point, dear. She has just returned and assumed the CEO position, which might raise doubts among VitaLife Global’s shareholders. Mr. Laurence escorting her is a way to demonstrate that she has the full support of the Laurence Group.”

Jeannie rested her hands on her chin, still feeling envious, and mused, “And Mr. Laurence is clearing the path for his wife so swiftly as well. How romantic!”

Amanda, full of envy herself, said, “If she wasn’t the chairman’s daughter, there’s no way the most powerful man in A City would be interested in her.”

Jeannie shook her head, “But Ms. Ratliff is impressive in her own right. She’s well–educated, attractive, and so on. Speaking of looks…”

Jeannie glanced at Eleanor, “I noticed that Eleanor looks a bit like the new CEO!”

Amanda leaned in for a closer look, and agreed, “Yeah, you’re right. But I think Eleanor’s even prettier!”

Eleanor, looking pale, muttered “Don’t talk nonsense,” and walked to the bathroom.

Seeing Eleanor’s frail figure, Jeannie was worried, “What’s wrong with Eleanor?”

Amanda let out a derisive snort. “Perhaps she’s envious that she resembles the CEO but doesn’t share the CEO’s destiny!”

Jeannie fell silent, opting not to engage in conversation with Amanda, recognizing her two–faced nature.

taking some medication for her racing heart, swallowing it

calm herself, she splashed her face with cold water

with hollow cheeks

was interrupted as the bathroom door swung open, and Sophie

boasted a flawless, rosy complexion, and she exuded an air of elegance and

of beauty and intelligence, something Eleanor

gaze, she suddenly felt inferior, quickly lowered her head, grabbed a paper towel,

suddenly stopped her.

she had done

the one being treated as a stand–in and a victim, yet in front of Sophie, she still felt so

walked over to her and said with a gentle smile, “You’re an assistant

panic, nodded, “Yes.”

hold the general shareholders‘ meeting. Could you make

still in the office but

appreciation, Sophie left with her

Eleanor looked like a

stood there, dazed, before pulling herself together and heading to

a cup of coffee for Sophie following the chairman’s preferences, hoping that Jeannie and

prepare the conference room,

“Come in.”

voice came

go inside, hesitating for a while before finally mustering the courage to open the

saw Sophie sitting