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.

her own

But so what? She would probably never fully open up to him

her watch, Melissa asked, “Should I pass along any message to Mr. Waston from you?” Jessie's eyes lingered on Melissa, a mix of emotions 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

fall too deeply or too quickly in love, until she could confidently claim the Liberty to choose love on her

recent days had been a whirlwind of passion and sweetness

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

couldn't place the blame solely on Marcus or herself, rather, she simply felt a tinge

took off, charting a course towards

Albert had arranged

the airport, she headed