A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2223 Her face lit up with excitement.

He then made his way downstairs, got into his car, and drove home.

At home, Mark was dining with Cecilia, his tone reminiscent of his gentler, younger days. Edwin settled casually at the table and asked the maid for a plate. Midway through his meal, he caught his father’s stern gaze.

With a chuckle, Edwin teased, “Dad, you're always hovering around Duefron these days. Ever thought of checking in at Czanch? Olivia might be dating someone in secret while you're away.” Mark, unamused, shot back, “Don’t bring Olivia into this. You promised Grandma you'd settle down and continue the family line." Cecilia, unaware of the whole story, offered Edwin a piece of fish, glancing at her husband.

lovers’ spat? We had our fair share of breakups back in the day. Maybe you should do some self-reflection.” Visibly irked,

talk. And stop hiding behind your mother. You're 26!

inclination to intervene, Mark added firmly, “Don’t baby him. He's full-grown now, capable of his own decisions and mistakes.” Cecilia inquired, “What's he done now?” Mark, feeling somewhat embarrassed to discuss it, didn’t answer and instead hastily made his

to Edwin and said reassuringly, “Don’t worry about him. He's just experiencing a midlife crisis.”

Mom,”

blissfully unaware of the

me seem so old!” Touched

upstairs, Cecilia, still concerned, called out, “Try to have a nice conversation