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,

especially after he had let her mom down? 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 have had genuine feelings for her mom back then. It was a shame their

bracelet to its box, saying, Ill have it sent

at him

this is part of the deal,

to kis him back. After a moment, she playfully ran her fingers along Marcus

teased, Just figuring that out now, Mrs. Fowler? You havent looked elsewhere all these years. Cant

liked the praise,

wouldnt let Melissa off easy if she didnt give the

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