A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Thirty minutes later, Albert reached Melissa's place.

Melissa greeted him at the door and stepped aside, “Mr. Waston..” Albert understood what she was getting at.

He strolled over to the sofa and took a seat beside Jessie. Tenderly, he placed his hand on her forehead.

Stirring, Jessie slowly opened her eyes.

She gazed at Albert before croaking out, “What brings you here? Weren't you busy battling for your family’s wealth? Didn't you tell me to find someone else to marry? Albert, I've followed your advice.

aren't you letting me £0? And why do you still

said gently, “I'l take you home. You need to rest properly.” But

a deep melancholy. “You're taking me back? To that villa? Albert, my feelings for this new person may not be deep, but I won't dishonor our agreement.

you didn't care for me anymore. So why visit Duefron now, of all time? Why reach out to me? Did you want to see me

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without complaint. Reaching into his coat pocket, he presented her with a gift box and said, “I just wanted to see you, Jessie. Happy New Year.” Jessie looked

shed tears, but silently. She just held the

with Albert, how could she not feel sad?

on her bedrooms tiny

and the air was filled with the sound of celebrations,