A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2008 Observing this chaotic household, Cecilia felt a mix of amusement and exhaustion.

But Waylen and Rena seemed to bask in the joy.

Waylen, despite the bustling environment, looked dapper. He always said he aimed to remain enticing for Rena, not wanting to seem as if age was catching up to him.

As Cecilia settled in, Waylen threw her a casual greeting.

He was about to start cooking when his phone rang.

It was Peter.

Eagerly expecting this call, Waylen excused himself to the garden.

what's the news?” Despite his

Peter, likewise, was cunning.

discussion. There's a glitch.” In the dimming light, Waylen's features remained

a major discrepancy in our financial report. I've let go of that accountant. We can't have such negligence. Another expert's handling

tied us

intent with a signature?” Considering the proposal, Waylen replied, “I'll come to your

given that we have many at home.” Peter, fully aware of the enormous financial gains Waylen would gain from the deal, found his casual mention of

responded with composed grace, “Indeed, children are

him." “WiLL do." Ending the call,

man was more astute than both Rena and

Waylen savored

not to head indoors immediately, he lit a cigarette in the parterre, lost in the fiery hues of

his smoke, he made his way to the kitchen. A dinner