A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Melissa returned to her apartment with Matthew.

Julie, who was making dumplings, was taken aback by Melissa's return with Matthew. “What's happening, Melissa? Is Matthew feeling uneasy in his new surroundings?” After posing her questions, Julie studied Melissa's expression and inquired, “Are you okay? Have you been crying?”

When Julie voiced her concern, Matthew also glanced up at his mother.

Despite his youth, the gravity of the situation wasn't lost on him.

Clutching Melissa's hand, he whispered “Mommy” with the innocence of a child, his gesture tender and seeking reassurance.

lifted enough to engage in his toys. Meanwhile, Julie continued with her task of making dumplings but paused to address Melissa after the little boy had left. She whispered, concern lacing her tone, “Did something happen between you and Mr. Fowler?”

heavy silence fell between them before Julie finally spoke up, her voice still a whisper. “He seems like a decent person who truly cares for you. But the decision about whether he's the right one

when the dumplings are done.” Acknowledging with a nod, Melissa recognized her need for solitude at Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FindNʘᴠᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters

that moment.

at least a month away, she meticulously

fell on the & diamend ring? ring Marcus

She caressed it gently.

feelings for Marcus, she conceded they were fundamentally

contemplation, she removed the 2 ring, placing it with care in the

after weighing her options, she decided against it, choosing to