A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2831 Melissa crouched in the dimly lit kitchen, tirelessly scrubbing the stack of greasy bowls and plates. If she finished these, she'd earn $100, adding up to $3, 00 for a month's work. With her other two jobs, her monthly earnings could soar to nearly $20, 000. She was determined to pay off her debts as quickly as possible.

She often thought about clearing her debt to Marcus, believing it would bring her some peace when facing him.

The thought of their relationship, however, was something she dared not entertain.

The events of that night in her rented apartment seemed like a distant dream to her.

A dream she felt she should forget.

And she almost did forget, like a child who relishes a sweet cake only to have the taste fade over time. Yet, whenever it crossed her mind, a tinge of sadness still lingered.

sharp pain. She realized her cut finger had been soaking

extended her hand, her gaze fixed

was deep in thought, yet she knew she couldn't afford to

realized it would be past one in the morning

had an early start

pain in her hands seemed to fade away. In the dimly lit, cramped restaurant, a man of elegance stood. His silhouette

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Her eyes met his.

as always, maintaining his poise even in such a shabby setting. Yet his eyes were cold, impersonal, as if

a hint of awkwardness on