A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 1169

Will trembled from head to toe, consumed by a pain that seemed to pulse from his very core, extending even to his fingertips.

He couldn't stand up. All he could do was drag himself towards Liana using his hands. Although hesitant to touch her, he instinctively reached out, brushing his fingers lightly against her face.

The chilling touch confirmed what, as a doctor, he already knew. Liana was gone. The woman he deeply loved was no more.

Tears streamed down Will's face, unchecked and free-flowing. He tried to keep his grief private, and in a bid to find some solace, gently took Liana from Eleanor and cradled her to him. Holding her tight, he treated her fragile form like a priceless treasure.

Resting his cheek on her cold face, he softly caressed her, careful not to press too hard. Tears continued to fall, one landing in the hollow of her eye, shining there as if to comfort him, whispering, "Will, it's okay..."

But Will couldn't control his crying, his heartache was uncontrollable...

Once Liana's lawyer confirmed that the man quietly weeping was indeed Will, he approached him, handing over a handwritten will...

"This was written by Liana herself before she passed, she wanted me to give it to you personally."

Will lifted his tear-filled eyes, glanced at the envelope, and slowly reached out. The moment his fingertips touched the smooth paper, it felt like an electric shock, making even breathing difficult...

He took the envelope, holding it in his hand. He didn't open it immediately, just held it close with Liana, as if this was his last chance to hold her, he couldn't bear to let go...

But, even if he was unwilling, Liana's body had to be taken away. The police had tried their best to respect Bernard's dignity, not moving the body randomly, but if they waited any longer, it wouldn't comply with the regulations.

In theory, as a doctor, Will should remain calm. But this time, he was more emotional than even Eleanor and Hailey, refusing to let go of Liana, vowing to hold her.

Despite the efforts of several police officers, he just sat by the window, like a statue, lifeless, just staring at Liana in his arms...

In the end, Bernard approached, kneeling on one knee before Will, patting his shoulder, saying, "Liana's going to find Tyler. Don't make her wait too long."

The words, though harsh, struck a chord of truth in Will, causing him to release his pent-up emotions. Everyone knew what Liana's wish implied - she desired her ashes to merge with the ocean, seeking Tyler, who was believed to be lost to the same vastness.

While Liana's remains were taken for cremation, Will chose to stay behind. He sat, unmoving, carefully opening the envelope he held. As he began reading the contents, his eyes welled up with tears once more...