A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2721 Yes, today was the day they had gotten married.

Leonel’s footsteps approached from behind. He came in, tossing his coat over a chair back before sitting opposite Alexis.

It was then that she noticed he was still wearing the same clothes from the morning, including the particularly elegant lapel pin. She rarely saw him dressed so formally- “If you wanted dinner with me, you could've called,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper.

“Would you have come home if I had called?” Leonel asked, his eyes downcast.

Alexis watched as he put away the velvet box, seemingly deciding not to give it to her.

didn't inquire about it and began

plate away, his tone harsh. “They're cold. What

a glass of red wine. Alexis frowned at the sight. “You just had surgery. You shouldn't be drinking” Instead of responding, Leonel pushed the glass towards her,

picked up the glass, swirled the wine gently, and finally took a sip,

with him? How did he take it? Is he okay with you marrying me? Did he argue with you?” Putting down her glass, Alexis met

very important to me. If you

cut her off, his smile casual,

bed. That at any moment, I can touch you, even be intimate with you. It must be maddening for him, right?” Alexis stood up abruptly, but Leonel's stern voice stopped her. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of

leave? As I mentioned, it is our wedding night.” Alexis couldn't help