A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

“She inquired about Mr. Watson,” Julie supplemented.

Silent, Melissa persisted in assisting Yvonne trying her new shoes.

Perhaps due to her momentary lapse in focus, Yvonne couldn't resist calling out to Melissa.

Melissa snapped back to attention and tenderly patted Yvonne's hand.

Julie sighed heavily. “Miss Green is actually a fine young woman. Why hasn't Mr. Watson considered marrying her? She comes from a decent family and loves him sincerely. Men can be so disappointing sometimes.” Melissa preferred not to dwell on the topic.

ceased discussing

and enjoying lunch outdoors, as they prepared to depart, Matthew suddenly exclaimed, “Daddy!” Melissa followed Matthew's line of

observed Marcus sipping coffee with a woman who appeared to be his new partner. However, upon the woman's turn of head, Melissa

appropriate for Melissa to just leave

with his penetrating gaze, calmly regarded Melissa and Matthew in her embrace. He then turned to Violette, seated across from him, and remarked, “I'l ponder this issue. Inform your parents to await further updates.” Violette, her eyes glistening with tears, pleaded, “Marcus, you're my only

Melissa as well.

cradled in her

confessed to harboring a twinge of jealousy. She couldn't shake the feeling that Marcus might not have

cafe, and Matthew reached