A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Zoey began, “Cathy, I will be frank with you. I should have left the responsibility of entertaining you to Mark’s future wife. However, you know it’s uncomfortable for both of you to see each other. Perhaps you should refrain from meeting her in the future.

Well, I have to say you’re quite thoughtful when it comes to gifts, unlike Mark’s young and inexperienced wife. Just earlier, she was burnt while tasting the turkey I made. If Mark comes home later and knows this, he might be worried sickly. But I suppose that’s the way of young couples getting along, right?”

Zoey’s remark hinted at something, causing Cathy’s expression to shift slightly.

It appeared as if Zoey was praising Cathy while subtly expressing her dissatisfaction with Cecilia.

However, Cathy could discern the underlying message in Zoey’s words. Despite what Zoey had said about Cecilia, Zoey still held a great deal of affection for Cecilia.

Slightly uncomfortable, Cathy adjusted herself in her seat.

and wouldn’t utter harsh words directly at Cathy. She opted to express her messages to Cathy

after catching the hints, Mark arrived home

laid eyes on Cathy, his expression

see her here, nor

she was doing. Still, she went to his house. Clearly, she wanted to make

couldn’t bring himself to drive Cathy away

to handle this situation with

wool trousers hidden beneath it. His

servant handed him a hot towel, which Mark used to wipe his

to come and have