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.

you want to fight, I’m with you to the end,

Sheldon and

spare a single one of your men.”

on the air, leaving Sheldon’s

fearful and reminding, called out to him

was evident; he would

lowered his gun and, with a

Sheldon’s retreat, his eyes frosting over with the chill of betrayal.

cut off from Area Opaca’s resources, wouldn’t be much of a threat,

that bond

outmaneuvered, Yates bristled with anger.

Bernard’s heading towards District

to Area Opaca’s been shut

of an eye, the ground beneath Area

monitors went dark, panic spread among

breaking through.

were panicking, Yates, the founder

and use the escape route.”

them, but it didn’t feel right to