A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 1374

Eleanor furrowed her brow, a clear sign of confusion, prompting Yates to tilt his head slightly with curiosity.

“Do you know something?” he asked.

To avoid arousing Yates’ suspicions, Eleanor shook her head gently. It was better to keep silent until she had concrete evidence.

Her top priority was finding a way to reach Bernard. She had to share everything she knew, to prevent him from unknowingly remaining undercover in the enigmatic Area Opaca.

“Can you get Bernard out?” she asked.

Yates’ fingers, previously interlaced on the table, twitched slightly. “Eleanor, I assure you, I haven’t restricted Bernard’s freedom.”

“If you haven’t restricted him, then why hasn’t he come home? Why hasn’t he even made a phone call?” Eleanor had been puzzled before. If Area Opaca didn’t limit their operatives’ freedom, why hadn’t Bernard contacted her in 23 days?

was indeed restricting Bernard’s personal freedom; otherwise, Bernard would have reached out to

would Yates restrict Bernard? Unless he knew about Bernard’s true identity – yet Yates’ probing didn’t seem to suggest that

that operatives from Area

hasn’t returned home or contacted

found out about your marriage after you left when I saw

that, Yates looked even more puzzled than Eleanor, his gaze fixed on her

he pressed on, “is why Bernard, a man who seemingly possesses everything, keep coming back to Area Opaca to

identity or if, knowing Bernard’s identity, he was engaging in a mental

nonchalantly, “He’s always been a

a man?” Yates questioned, his voice laced with a mix of intrigue and control.

you for a divorce. It wasn’t his idea – Sophie forced him to do it. But Bernard could have chosen a more gentle way to let you go. Instead, he opted for the cruelest method, coldly pushing you away. That alone shows that he doesn’t love you as he should. So, my dear, don’t hold onto any hope for him. It’s not worth it.”

Yates’ words because she had felt the same way before. But now, she thought