A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Yet, Melissa moved on, unaffected.

Thomas attempted to offer solace. “These things take time. Perhaps what's needed is a period of adjustment.” Weldon, frustration evident, gestured towards the exit. “Three years have passed, and yet she remains unchanged! Her perspective is as limited as her mother’s. What harm is there in being a mistress?

Why stir up drama, accusing me of deceit —" Thomas cut him off, “But the deceit was real” Left without a response, Weldon fell silent.

Melissa stepped into the night alone, her spirits lower than before.

now appearing more composed, was still in the

stood and offered, “Let me give you a lift” Melissa gently refused, “A company car is waiting for me out there.” Under the glow of the streetlights,

suggesting, “Think of it as a walk for

serene backdrop to their silent promenade. Marcus, a cigarette between his lips, glanced at her to gauge

offered a slight

his cigarette, the smoke curling into the

the railing, he broached the subject of

your thoughts