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.

debt lingered

permitted herself to contemplate 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, 000 wasn't hanging over her. It was the only time she allowed herself to entertain thoughts of what could have been had circumstances been

courage to

social standing or looks; it was simply a fondness for him. She appreciated even the pleasure he displayed when

her to

was marked by

henceforth, Marcus would find her repulsive. Once she repaid him, she vowed

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food since noon, and a subtle ache