A Second Chance at Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)

Chapter 1417

Evan’s words hung in the air, a mix of reason and temptation that even Sheldon’s men, clad in black, couldn’t ignore.

“Mr. Pine,” they began, their loyalty wavering, “we’re sent out here like lambs to the slaughter, and for what? They didn’t even give us enough backup.”

“Yeah, why should we keep risking our necks for them?”

Once one spoke up, the rest followed suit, a chorus of dissent.

Sheldon looked down at the gun in his hand, his furrowed brow a clear sign of his internal struggle.

“Uncle,” Robin stepped forward, unable to fully accept Bernard as his cousin, but recognizing the gravity of the situation. “I know you’re

loyal to Area Opaca, but this is a no-win for you. Just watch from the sidelines this time.”

“As for the Pine family’s beef with the Sirens, let’s settle that score later. Don’t let your brothers die for nothing.”

Sheldon’s hesitant gaze flicked to Robin, then to Bernard, who hadn’t yet spoken.

“What do you think?”

Bernard’s voice was deep and commanding, resonating through the crackling fires of the forest.

I’m with

deadly, swept over Sheldon and fixed on the

single one of your men.”

words weighed heavy on the air, leaving Sheldon’s men struggling to breathe.

and reminding, called out to

evident; he

that spirit in his nephew. He slowly lowered his gun and, with a wave of his hand, gave the command. “Fall

retreat, his

Area Opaca’s resources, wouldn’t be much of a threat, especially with Sheldon as

was Sheldon’s nephew, and that bond had turned the tide.

outmaneuvered, Yates bristled

towards District

been

Bernard’s men brought explosives. In the blink of an eye, the

panic

through. We need to get out!”

the operators were panicking, Yates, the founder of Area Opaca, remained

Peterson and use

received the order knew Yates was protecting them, but it didn’t feel right