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.

Despite his relaxed demeanor, Waylen was adept at

Peter, likewise, was cunning.

“I've reconsidered our last contract discussion.

confessed, “Our finance team made a blunder; added an extra zero by mistake. It's a major discrepancy in our financial report. I've let go of that accountant. We can't have such negligence. Another expert's handling it now. Consequently, your firm's looking at an added 2% profit margin. We both stand to gain from this.” Waylen offered a quiet smile, letting

us up

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

for the business opportunity. Children’s expenses nowadays aren't cheap, especially given that we have many at home.” Peter, fully aware of the enormous financial gains Waylen would gain from the deal, found

composed grace, “Indeed, children are an

had me reach out.” “Extend my regards to him." “WiLL do." Ending the call, Peter mused that Waylen would finally

Waylen's cunning; the man was more astute

Waylen savored the

head indoors immediately, he lit a cigarette in the parterre, lost

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