A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

When she opened one box, Melissa found a ruby bracelet.

The beads were big, which made it seem very expensive. However, it also looked like something that had been passed down in generations.

She examined the box, spotting the Smith familys initials at the bottom.

Realizing who it was from, she zoned out for a second.

Whats up? After his shower, Marcus strolled over with a towel wrapped around his waist, and plopped down beside her. He slipped an arm around Melissas waist, pulling her close. When she snapped back to reality, she shook her head, muttering, Nothing!

downwards, she added, Its from that man! Then, after a pause, she continued, It mustve belonged to my

Marcus took the bracelet from Melissa, giving it a once-over. It kind of matched her style, he reckoned Melissa must take after her mom a lot. Weldon must

returned the bracelet to its box, saying, Ill have

him gratefully upon

stuff like this is part of the deal, Marcus said softly, planting

a moment, she playfully ran her fingers along Marcus jaw, murmuring,

noses with Melissa. In a sultry voice, he teased, Just figuring that out now, Mrs. Fowler? You havent looked elsewhere all these years. Cant find anyone better than me, huh? Melissa,

Marcus liked the praise, she

good looks? Marcus asked, his tone hinting at a warning, like he wouldnt let Melissa off easy if

Melissa played dumb, so Marcus decided to tease her a bit. After spending so much time together, they knew