A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Waylen had seen the newspaper and surmised from his son's grumpy tone that they had slept together, but Melissa hadn't acknowledged their relationship afterward.

The father experienced a mix of satisfaction and slight offense.

Marcus was really useless in matters of love and relationships!

Marcus didn't have time for this, ending the call abruptly before Sylvia entered to announce, “Mr. Fowler, Miss Finch is here! Looks like she brought you some... sweet treats.” Violette? Marcus frowned. “Tell her I don't like sweets.” Sylvia was about to head out and relay the message but stopped when Marcus changed his mind. “Never mind, let her in!” Sylvia was taken aback by Marcus’ sudden shift.

Summoning her courage, she said, “Mr. Fowler, I know you might be feeling a bit down, but...” Interrupting her, Marcus focused on his documents. “What are you thinking? Just let her in” Sylvia went to call Violette.

a demure and sweet dress, presented the treats with a

the treats on the table, laying out the treats as if planning a

morning instilled a

the night with Marcus remained unidentified,

desperately wished to become

Violette approached Marcus with a facade of happiness. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet

that Violette must have looked into him and

only indulged in them that time in that simple cafe because

indulged in these desserts with Melissa. Instead, his craving had shifted to the passionate activities