A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

But Melissa didn't say anything in response.

Seeing the expression on her face, Marcus decided to change the topic.

“Those servants in the villa used to work at my parents’ place, so you don't need to worry. They'll take good care of you and Matthew.” Melissa whispered her thanks. In her heart, she was very grateful to the Fowler family.

But Marcus responded with just a dismissive snort.

After this, they didn't exchange any other word. Eventually, they arrived at Marcus’ villa, and Melissa and Matthew moved in.

The villa had three floors. There were two large bedrooms on the east side of the second floor. Melissa and Matthew had to stay in one room while Marcus occupied another alone, so Matthew would be able to spend the night with his father at any time.

were at the villa, Melissa began to sort out her things

grew fast, so their clothes were required to be replaced

unpacked everything for

she opened the closet to put in her clothes, she was stunned

clothes hanging in the closet. Obviously,

quietly and opened another one in which she put her clothes. But Marcus

point, she suddenly heard Matthew's

to hear him sounding so happy. But all of a sudden,

marry me, does it also mean that you don’t want me to touch you?”

to her surprise, Marcus repeated