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,

took over the task with a finesse that belied his masculine hands, buttoning her blouse with

Marcus retorted, his smile barely visible in the dim light as he cracked the

briefly illuminated his features, highlighting the handsome contours of his

shame washed over her.

a few quick drags of his cigarette before putting

night, 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 talk about” Melissa, her cheeks warming at

driver's seat, casting a quick glance at his watch before igniting

hour since

for more. If circumstances had been different, he wouldn't have parted from Melissa so swiftly. After all,