A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2197 Vanessa, not quite ready to drop the matter.

“Am I not attractive enough?” Not outstanding enough? In your heart, where do I fall short compared to her?” Vanessa pressed.

“You're pretty and excellent. There's no need for comparisons.” Vanessa was beginning to feel somewhat irritated.

“Edwin, are you so unwilling to even consider comparing me to her? Can't you even humor me a bit?" Edwin stubbed out his cigarette, offering a faint smile.

“We are business partners, Vanessa,” he reminded her.

to mislead your emotions. As for our engagement, you might

bit her lip and climbed

into the night, skidding slightly

a moment before eventually returning

cleaning up the table, while Peter and Lina, already clad in their coats, were ready

be rid of the nuisance. She couldn't let him linger any longer, so she said with a smile, “It’s okay. Peter can drive. And Edwin, I'm not scolding you, but you should be more considerate toward your

you afraid your father will reprimand you later?” Edwin clearly grasped her subtle suggestion. Sᴇaʀᴄh

unaware of the situation, also joined

Mark observed his son with a profound and thoughtful