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.

anticipated 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 letting

breath warm against her ear, causing her to feel increasingly

Don't read too much into it, Miss Brown.” Melissa 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 even closer... Despite their son sleeping on the bed nearby, Marcus seemed utterly indifferent. Now he only had

bright light made Melissa's cheeks turn

as she demanded, “What are you trying to do, Marcus?” Being under Marcus’ control made Melissa lose

more like a

wrapped around her waist, tenderly caressed her face with his other

argue with Marcus but felt too self-conscious to do so. After a tense moment, Marcus leaned in and ki*sed her

tried to resist, but Marcus was

face him as