A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Upon entering, Melissa was greeted with an intimate sight. Marcus was reclining on the sofa with ease, and Violette nestled beside him.

Meanwhile, Violette’ parents occupied the adjacent seating.

The scene proved uncomfortable for Melissa.

Waylen was well aware of Marcus’ intentions. Marcus deliberately flaunted his closeness with Violette to provoke Melissa. Unable to compel the Finch family to depart without being rude, Waylen resorted to bringing Matthew over and placing him in Marcus’ care. “You're not a child. Why the fascination with these magazines? Attend to the child,” Waylen instructed.

Matthew leaned his head against Marcus’ shoulder.

Marcus made no effort to rise in greeting. Instead,

age ripe for play, delighted in tearing pages from magazines

her silently. Growing increasingly uncomfortable, Melissa reiterated, “It's getting late. Il be taking Matthew home.” Rena implored Melissa to stay. “We've been inconsiderate. You've

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cause Rena any discomfort by rejecting her,

Melissa aside and suggested,

out for Olivia trying to deal from the bottom of the deck.”

Melissa, “You're Melissa, correct? I've heard a lot about you. Its nice to finally meet you.” The gifts presented were

the other for Matthew. He's adorable.” Rena arrived with scented tea. “Just accept them. Mark and Cecilia don't visit us in Duefron often.”

parents harbored a twinge of jealousy seeing Melissa being treated favorably in the Fowler household. Despite spending ample time at the Fowlers’ residence, Mark and his wife neglected to present Violette with any