A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

The darkness still enveloped the car, a silent witness to the moments just passed. Their breaths, once ragged, now found a tranquil rhythm, as both Marcus and Melissa found solace in the quiet.

Words were unnecessary between them. Despite having Matthew and sharing intimacy before, the confines of the car were a frst for them. The adventure had been thrilling, yet in its wake, an awkward silence took hold.

Marcus’ voice, rough from the night's escapades, broke the silence.

“I'l go and take a quick smoke, and then we'll go home!” Melissa's response was terse. “ALL right.” ‘s Her words belied her true feelings, coming out more like a sigh than speech.

Marcus cast a glance back at her.

her blouse, her fingers trembling with

close and took over the task with a finesse that belied his masculine hands, buttoning

a jest, remarked, “Your fingers seem quite adept.” “Didn't you enjoy them?” Marcus retorted, his smile barely

briefly illuminated his features, highlighting the handsome contours of his face that Melissa

since her return, a wave of shame washed over her. The complexity of their relationship was something she

car, took a few quick

pausing to offer a gentle reminder over his shoulder. “Just stay in the back seat. Tidy up a bit. Let's not give anyone anything to

seat, casting a quick

the evening, marking nearly an hour since he and Melissa

time together lingered sweetly in his mind, leaving him yearning for more. If circumstances had been different, he wouldn't have parted