Chapter 1095 Bernard held her tightly, resting his chin in the crook of her neck as he tried to answer her question âBecause you once loved Garett, just like you love me now.â
If Garett was just another guy. Bernard wouldnât have been so terrified, but Garett wasnât just any guy âHe gave his life for you, sunk into depression, loved you so deeply, it scares me.
Bernard took a deep breath, enduring the pain in his heart as he whispered âIâm afraid that out of pity you might fall for him again.
Just like the last time when he begged her, pleaded for her sympathy, pleaded for her to be with him.
Back then, he was healthy without depression, and she was softâhearted, agreeing to be with him.
Now, Garett had become like this because of her She would probably be even softer, right?
What would he do if she fell for Garett again out of compassion?
He knew he shouldnât think like this, but...
Eleanor once loved Garett so much, but didnât she stop loving him eventually?
He was terrified, terrified that one day, she would stop loving him just like she stopped loving Garett...
When Eleanor understood what Bernard was worrying about, she raised her hand and gently stroked his hair, her actions full of affection and sympathy âSweetheart, I donât love Garett anymore. A long time ago, when I was on my knees begging him, when his brother pretended to be him and rejected me, when I was on the verge of death in the hospital, I used up all my love for Garett. Thereâs no way I could go back. After I let go of him, I slowly fell in love with you. You might wonder why I forgave you and chose to be with you, but not Garett, itâs because... deep down, Iâve always loved you, thatâs why I chose you... My relationship with Garett was not just a first love, but a bond formed when he worked partâtime to help me with my medical bills, allowing me to grow up healthy... If he was just a regular exâboyfriend, I wouldnât care if he had depression or not, but because of this bond, I rushed to see him when I learned he had severe depression. Otherwise, there wouldnât be any interaction. between us in this lifetime. Even though he lost his legs and has depression because of me, I wonât fall for him out of pity I only feel pity and quilt towards him. When I saw him today, I treated him as a relative and a patient, without overthinkingâ
After Eleanor finished, she looked at the moonlight outside the window through the gap in the curtains...
âI swear to God, in this lifetime, besides you, I wonât fall in love with anyone else, or else, may I die a horrible death!â
Her final words hit Bernard hard, making his heart pound. The image of her death terrified him, prompting him to hold her tighter.
âDonât scare me like that, you know the thing Iâm most afraid of in this life is losing youâ
His world only had Eleanor in it. It was because of her that he was so worried and restless about Garett Now that she had explained her feelings for Garett clearly and honestly, including when and why she stopped loving him, and even made such a solemn vow, if he still didnât trust her, then his love for her couldnât go any deeper.
âIâm sorry, Iâve been overly sensitiveâ
She resolved his longâstanding doubts and eased his worries. His Eleanor not only gave him a great sense of security but also soothed his restless heart.
âI wonât overthink no matter how you take care of Garett in the future.â
Upon hearing this, Eleanor was reminded of the matter she wanted to discuss with him.
âNow that weâve had this conversation, i donât mind talking more about Garett Feeling the man holding her nod, Eleanor began to speak.
âI was going to tell you that Garett rejected my offer to accompany him, but when I saw the flowers he planted in the garden, all the ones I liked when I was young, I knew he was still stuck in the past, which is why he fell into depression and kept sinking deeper. So, I acknowledged him as my brother, hoping to help him let go of his past. He seemed to understand my intention and agreed I was afraid I was too aggressive and he couldnât accept it at once, so I promised to go flower viewing with him next spring When he agreed, his eyes were filled with relief. He must have accepted it.â
After Eleanor told Bernard what happened in the garden, she looked up at the man holding her *He rejected me, so I wonât take care of him anymore. Iâll just visit him occasionally, as a relative.â
A Second Chance At Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)
ï¤Chapter 1094 Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband (END)
ï¤Chapter 1765 (END)