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.

glanced at Marcus, and then at Shawn. You better stick to your word. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the Findɴovel.ɴet

Janet. If I slip up again,

Melissa flashed a smile.

then waved at Yvonne

Yvonne, Dads off to work. Ill get you a Ferrari

stayed put, neither responding nor ignoring him as

his gaze fixed

gritted his teeth and left. In the car, he wiped his face, delivering a self-inflicted slap. You let your daughter Live under someone elses roof. Even if Melissa and Marcus are decent people, they arent Yvonnes real folks.

Marcus escorted Melissa inside.

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

of folks.