A Second Chance At Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 1520

Hearing Eleanor's complaint, Hailey set down her coffee mug and furrowed her brow, "Bernard seems sharp enough, probably has a high IQ. Why not let him take the lead?"

At the mention of Bernard, Eleanor bashfully lowered her head, "He said he'll look into it after his meetings, but over the years, he's never really focused on the kids. Doubt he'll start now..."

Noticing the love bites peeking out from under Eleanor's collar, Hailey didn't need to ask where Bernard's mind was, "I've got to hand it to him, how's he got so much energy day after day?"

Hailey had been around Cedric long enough to grow bold in her speech, making Eleanor blush even more, "It's not just me he's after, he does spare a thought for the company too."

Hailey eyed her, "Outside of the big financial meetings and decisions his brothers can't handle, he's usually home... keeping you company."

Eleanor covered half her face with her hand, "My dear Hailey, are you here to give me advice or to tease me? Can't we switch topics..."

Hailey's lips curved into a smile, "I can't really help you there. I'm not as smart as you. Best I can do is handle the little ones, but as for your son, I'm at a loss."

She had secured her place in Damian's heart by being there from the start, even sharing her motherly warmth, which bred a natural closeness. Otherwise, with Damian's temperament, he wouldn't give her the time of day.

Knowing her limits, Hailey preferred to keep her place and not touch this hot potato, "Don't worry too much, with Bernard around, Damian won't stray off the path..."

Bernard, with a chip in his brain and uncertain how long he'd live, had distanced himself from parenting and poured his energy into Eleanor. Now that his son urgently needed guidance, he wouldn't ignore it.

Eleanor, however, rested her chin in her hands, a worried look on her face, "His idea of parenting is hiring tutors to force learning on the kid. He hardly communicates with Damian."

Hailey chuckled hearing this, "It's not that he doesn't talk to the kid, he just isn't much of a talker himself. Expecting two quiet types to communicate is just asking for trouble."

Patting Eleanor's hand reassuringly, Hailey added, "Don't worry. Even the coldest, most silent types find ways to connect. When the time is right, things will fall into place."

Comforted by Hailey's words, Eleanor let go of her worries, turning to watch the kids tumbling on the lawn, chasing bubbles, "Forget it, let's just play with the munchkins for a bit..."

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