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.

be the third wheel, Julie made up an excuse and

morning for the diner. White-collar workers and nearby residents made up most of the customers inside. The aroma of food and the low hum of chatter filled

yet to subside, but he

a few bites of his sandwich and commented, “It's alright, but it's not as good as

drink last night and drive

visibly in a good mood 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

so hard” Marcus knew that Matthew had learnt that line from some TV show

Melissa. The dark circles under her eyes were still

Is that really necessary? You'll wear yourself out if you keep that up.” Melissa didn't