A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 1998 She greeted him with a smile and inquired, “Are you here to visit Mr. Evans or to speak with me?” Simon was prepared to plead.

Mark, in the midst of receiving an intravenous drip, was glancing at the news on his phone.

He didn't lift his gaze as he casually remarked, “You haven't washed your hair. Your shoes are caked in mud, and your face is smeared with grease. Mr. Lewis, I have pneumonia. With that appearance, are you here to visit me or to torment me?” Simon felt a sense of embarrassment.

Mark maintained a polite demeanor with Simon out of consideration for Cecilia.

It had led Simon to believe that Mark was not haughty and was, in fact, a kind-hearted man. However, he now knew Mark was far from being kind.

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suddenly

can step outside and ask about it. I haven't casually handed out eighty million dollars to just anyone just like that.” Cold sweat formed on

Mark's tone softened.

be honest, I don't pry into Cecilia's career. I simply can’t stand to see my wife being

out your work matters amongst yourselves. I won't offer any more advice. Otherwise, Cecilia might accuse me of meddling too much, which could strain

He was truly something.

to acknowledge any romantic involvement

grateful that Mark had given her room to maneuver. She

drip rate, deliberately slowing it