A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Having spent two days in the hospital since Matthew fell ll, Melissa was exhausted and really wasn't up for an argument. Finally, she replied with a hint of resignation, “Fine. If you insist on staying, then I'll come back ‘tomorrow morning to take over.” It seemed like the only reasonable option to Melissa at that moment.

Marcus continued to gaze at her intensely, yet remained silent.

Melissa looked down, ready to gather her belongings, when suddenly Marcus caught her wrist... In an instant, she was in Marcus’ embrace.

Through his coat, she could distinctly feel the rhythm of Marcus’ heartbeat.

Melissa was taken by surprise, completely thrown off balance.

Marcus cornering her like this. After a brief moment of shock, she tried to pull away, but Marcus gripped her hand firmly, showing no signs of

his breath warm against

clenched her teeth, replying sharply, “I'm not thinking anything! Let go of me, right now.” Yet, Marcus didn't release her. He drew her

light made Melissa's cheeks turn a deep shade of

she demanded, “What are you trying to do, Marcus?”

words sounded more like a plea than a

with one arm wrapped around her waist, tenderly caressed her face with his other hand, overwhelming

Melissa turned away. She wanted to argue with Marcus but felt too self-conscious to do

but Marcus

gently held her chin, making her face him as he continued to