A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 2924 She might have been naive, but she wasn't naive enough to misunderstand the Smith family's intentions.

They sought to leverage her relationship with the Fowler family.

Melissa lowered her gaze, a small smile playing on her lips. “You're mistaken. I've ended things with Marcus. I'm afraid I can't meet your expectations. Moreover, I have no desire to bear the Smith name.

Would my father even acknowledge my place in the Smith household? And what about Vanessa?” Thomas was taken aback.

He had assumed Melissa would be easily swayed by the allure of benefits and compliance with the Smith family's wishes. However, her was actually smarter than he expected.

though often seeming fragile, was bolstered by her

I won't hesitate to reveal Mr. Smith's affair and the tragic

Thomas even

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to leave, Thomas attempted to persuade her to stay. “Your father is overseas. He sent me to look after you. You should at least meet

nor raised me. I see no reason for a meeting.”

and the hardships she must have

family is relying on her cooperation.” Thomas replied with a bitter smile, “She refused.” Frustration colored the other end of the line. “Incredible. She's choosing to reject a better life, just as ungrateful as

dismay, countered, “Isn't the fault yours? If you hadn't deceived Melissa's mother about your marital status, none of this would

her instead of just wanting to use her? She is your daughter, after all” The man