A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Melissa sometimes wondered if Marcus saw her as a delicate little creature, like a rabbit or a lamb.

Taking her hand, she asked softly, Whats the plan with Shawn? Melissas tone was soft and her eyes were full of trust as she spoke.

Marcus glanced at her, nonchalantly. Let him stew for a bit. Dont worry. If Julie and you bail him out now, hell just do it again.

Janet will suffer more in the long run.

Listening to Marcus, Melissa nodded, saying, Its Janets call. If she wants to leave Shawn, I wont hold her back.

Marcus stared at her, absorbing her words.

continued, I just feel for Janet. Sometimes its just that

woman simply marries for a loyal husband and his love for her. I

Melissa? What do you want in marriage? Her heart raced at

she wouldnt share this with Marcus but it felt right in this quiet moment between

resting against Marcus shoulder, feeling the

her closeness,

I want a simple life, your love, and most importantly, enduring care

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her close, Marcus stayed silent for a

soft kis on the cheek, and then whispered, Youve been to my