A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

James’ mockery almost made Marcus hang up in anger. But before he could end the call, James stopped him with an apology.

Late that night, they met at a bar they frequented.

They sat at one of the tables in the corner. Despite choosing a low-key place, several women quickly took notice and sent flirtatious glances at them, with some going as far as accosting them.

Marcus was unimpressed and ignored every single one of them.

James held a cigarette between their slender fingers, showing his ring.

a chuckle,

and took a drag of the cigarette. As he slowly blew out smoke, he gently knocked on the table and said, “Since you can't get over her, your only

many other men pursuing Melissa even now.

don't care” The two drank until two in the morning. When they finished, James felt tired and drunk. He

a moment, alone with his

grew sleepy in the

parents’ now?” Marcus leaned back against his seat

be perfect if Melissa moves in with your son. It's near your company, so

didn't press

in front of the apartment building. Marcus asked Ross to leave first, and then