A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Melissa offered a small smile.

Jessie, pausing upon seeing Melissa's eyes brimming with unshed tears, questioned, “Is it truly worth it? To forsake all you have for Albert? I don't get it, Melissa. If your heart leans towards Albert, then...

“Mr. Waston is merely my boss. There's nothing more” Melissa cut in, her voice serene yet firm.

Jessie's gaze lingered, torn and questioning.

After a moment, Melissa added softly, “You're concerned for him. Why not a visit to Heron? He might need more than just professional assistance; maybe the comfort of company too” This suggestion seemed to unsettle Jessie, who retorted, “I'm involved with someone else now” Nodding, Melissa then decided to drop the subject and stay silent.

about her own relationship

would probably never fully open up

playing across her face before she declined, “No! Melissa... Knowing you're there is comforting. It's confusing, really. I ought to despise him, envy you, yet I find solace in your presence by his side. I think I'm going crazy” As Melissa adjusted her scarf and turned to leave, a thought lingered in her mind-True freedom,

remain cautious, not to fall too deeply or too quickly in love, until she could confidently claim the Liberty to choose love on her own terms. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt

been a

premature, failing to address the underlying issues. This realization brought a sense of sorrow, pondering how

the blame solely on Marcus or herself, rather,

the afternoon, her plane took off, charting

Albert had arranged for his

from the airport, she headed straight for the Waston