A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2839 Despite his playful teasing, it held no intent. Melissa found herself yearning for those moments, yet she comprehended their irretrievable nature. Marcus harbored resentment toward her.

She mechanically ingested two bowls of noodles, despite the discomfort gnawing at her stomach.

Reclining on the bed, Marcus’ lingering scent permeated the quilt.

She inhaled deeply.

Throughout the night, tears streamed down her face.

At the age of eight, Melissa lost her parents. Adopted by Ryan's family, she naturally grew close to him. Later in life, when she handed 800, @@ dollars to the Jenkins family, they accepted the money but berated her as shameless.

Melissa settled her debt with them.

another debt

it in solitude. In that moment, she pondered what might have been if she had a different origin, if the Jenkins family hadn't adopted her, if Ryan wasn't in the picture, and if the burden of the $800,

would have found the courage to confess her

about Marcus’ social standing or looks; it was simply a fondness for him. She appreciated even the pleasure

to an unfavorable

was marked

henceforth, Marcus would find her repulsive. Once she repaid him, she vowed to vanish from his presence, sparing him any further

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retreated to his

from food since noon, and a subtle ache throbbed in his