A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 564

Eleanor's eyes were red as she stared into those eyes that only ever had room for her. Through teary eyes, she said, "Bernard, of all the men I've known, it's only ever been you. You were my first, and you're my last."

She tenderly lifted her fingers, tracing the lines of his furrowed brow, whispering, "Whatever you've been through, we'll get through it together."

Her soft voice had a soothing charm that gradually eased Bernard's anxiety, fear, and restlessness.

He scooped Eleanor up into his arms, using all his strength to pull her small frame into his embrace. "Eleanor, don't ever leave me again."

Eleanor reached out, hugging him just as tightly in return. "The same goes for you, don't leave me."

They made a vow to stay together for the rest of their lives, never to be separated unless death parted them.

In a low voice, Bernard asked, "Are you hungry?"

Eleanor shook her head. He asked again, "Still sleepy?"

She shook her head again. He smirked, "Then come take a shower with me."

He lifted her legs, letting her wrap them around his waist as he carried her towards the bathroom.

The moment the door closed, he pressed her against the wall, his towering figure leaning into her like a wild beast, claiming her entirely.

This time, he didn't hesitate as he had in the car. Instead, he let go of his inhibitions, just like before…

No, even more than before...

Eleanor was too overwhelmed to compare this to the past, all she knew was that he was almost devouring her with his fervor.