A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Melissa wrapped her arms around Marcus neck and chuckled. You say that every time.

The room was dimly lit, setting the perfect mood.

Marcus extended his hand, softly caressing her face. His intense gaze held hers, as if he could devour her whole. When did I hurt you? I wasnt that rough, was I? But I always struggle to get up the next day. Marcus, you really have to slow down. Youre just thirty. Take it easy Im here whenever you need me, no questions asked.

They were fooling around, sharing kises and laughter on the soft carpet.

Suddenly, something hard pressed against her back, eliciting a small yelp of pain. Marcus, always attentive, immediately halted and held her close. What happened? Are you okay? Melissa shook her head gently. Im alright.

Hearing that, he leaned in to resume kising her. Carry on, then.

kis as she moved her hands to grabbed random things to hold onto. Eventually, her fingers found something

Marcus expression darkened.

Ryan. What made it worse-it was a diamond bracelet. sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet

as extravagant as the one Marcus had given her, it

her hand. Seriously? Youre

just

wanted to clarify, fearing Marcus might blow up. But when she met

it. Ryan

hold,

of ditching it, she mused, Ill donate it to

let it go