A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2768 His brows furrowed as he queried, “What's the matter?” A flush adorned her face. She vaguely mentioned needing rest, but concealing it from Marcus proved futile. He rose from the bed, scrutinized her, and noticed bloodstains on the back of her dress.

“Is it that time of the month for you?” His tone softened and became gentler than ever before.

However, Melissa was in too much pain to register it.

Overwhelmed with embarrassment, she clutched her canvas bag, attempting to conceal herself as she sought to leave.

Thunder echoed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, followed by a torrential downpour.

Melissa glanced out the window, and upon turning back, she resembled a bewildered rabbit. Marcus relieved her of the canvas bag.

to the guest room's bathroom, he instructed, “Clean yourself up here.” Although

Melissa couldn't fathom if Marcus would

secretary, Sylvia Ramos, a married woman in her early forties. His directive was concise. “Fetch some tampons and deliver them to my apartment in ten minutes. Choose the style and brand as you see fit. Yes, thank you.” Having concluded the call, Marcus

& Stay

glancing at the rain-laden window,

didn't need to inquire, and she just knew who was in Marcus’ apartment.

tender, though

of why Marcus favored Melissa lingered

Sylvia was committed to flawlessly executing the CEO's instructions. Regardless of the pouring rain outside, she had to reach Marcus’ apartment