A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Shawn got her drift.

Sweat beaded on his brow. Hed been feeling uneasy for a while.

Finally, he halted and confessed quietly, Melissa, its all my fault.

Im not mad at Marcus, really. Even without that woman, Id still be trapped one way or another. Even though Janet barely speaks to me now, shes got a life and shes happy. Yvonne and my mom are also living well. What more could I ask for in life? Im genuinely turning over anew leaf. As long as Janets willing, Ill treat her right for life.

Melissa stayed silent, taking it all in.

Eventually, she didnt utter a word but walked alongside Shawn back to the villa.

Marcus lingered by the doorway.

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Janet. If I

Melissa flashed a smile.

and then waved at

I Hey, Yvonne, Dads off to work.

responding nor ignoring him as

gaze fixed

his face, delivering a self-inflicted slap. You let your daughter Live under someone elses roof.

Marcus escorted Melissa inside.

a few parting words. With an arm around Melissa, Marcus murmured, Mom,

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