A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

She answered tactfully, “No, thank you.” But Marcus was already retrieving his wallet from the car. “It's still early.

Keep me company.” Melissa almost laughed in her exasperation.

At this moment, Julie came downstairs with the lovely Matthew. As soon as she came down, she heard them. She brightened at the sight of them and said, “Matthew didn't eat much earlier. With you here, Mr. Fowler, 'm sure Matthew would cheer up.” Marcus was always nice to his son.

But now, he came here with another purpose. Picking up the little boy, he said, “Let's go. Would you like Mommy to come with us?” His strategy worked instantly. Marcus looked at Melissa and said in a clear voice, “I want to eat breakfast with Mom and Dad.” Melissa got up early that morning. She could clear out in half an hour.

She didn't have the heart to refuse Matthew, so she silently locked the car.

the third wheel, Julie made up an excuse

customers inside. The aroma of food and

he endured the

commented, “It's alright, but it's not as good

tasted her cooking. Did you drink last

today. He tugged at his father’s arm to get his attention and said softly, “Dad, last night, I got up to go to the bathroom. It was already

you support me and Mom? If you do, she wouldn't have to work so hard” Marcus knew that Matthew had learnt

but looked at Melissa. The dark circles under her eyes were still visible despite her

yourself out if you keep that up.” Melissa