A Second Chance at Forever ( Eleanor Shultz )
A Second Chance at Forever Chapter 1375

Chapter 1375

Eleanor sensed resistance the moment she heard Yates’ answer. It was clear he wouldn’t release Bernard, and if his reluctance stemmed from knowing Bernard’s true identity, Bernard was in grave danger.

The thought squeezed her heart painfully, making it hard to breathe. She looked up at Yates, his face an unreadable mask, and stood up abruptly. She strode to the bookcase, pulled out the family tree, and flipped to the page bearing their names. In full view of Yates, she feigned tearing the page.

“What on earth are you doing?”

Yates shot up and lunged for the book, but Eleanor dodged, retreating a couple of steps. Her clear eyes shifted from Yates’ face to the lingering nobles in the garden.

“Disband Area Opaca right now, or I’ll disown you as kin and reveal your true identity to everyone present.”

Yates had secretly established the Area Opaca, operating behind masks, which meant his inner circle, including the Sharp family, were oblivious. Eleanor wagered that her uncles, including Bevis and Antoine Sharp, were in the dark, only his right-hand man, Peterson, knew the truth..

They both held cards against each other. In such times, she could only hope Yates would choose the lesser of two evils.

Yates hadn’t expected Eleanor to be so bold, threatening him in such a manner, and making demands. But he held his ground, “Eleanor, I haven’t avenged your grandmother’s death yet. How could I possibly disband Area Opaca? Besides, it’s not just about revenge for me; others seek justice against the Siren Organization. We’re on a righteous mission, not playing games. It can’t be dismissed so easily.” Because she was his granddaughter, he restrained his anger. Had anyone else dared to threaten him, they wouldn’t have lived to regret it.

“Besides, don’t bother using my identity as leverage. No one will believe your words against my status, power, and influence.”

He was right, her threat was weak. A mere golden leaf didn’t signify much. After a moment’s thought, Eleanor approached the desk, picked up the golden leaf, and turned back to Yates.

“I’ll step back if you do the same. Give me the 1-1 position and let me join Area Opaca as one of the operators.”

Yates couldn’t help but laugh, “Are you joking?”

But Eleanor’s gaze was steadfast, “I’m not joking. If you can’t do it, then from this moment, we’re not family; we’re enemies.”

Yates knew she wanted to replace Bernard, but as for Bernard’s current state… If Eleanor saw him barely clinging to life, she’d never forgive him. He didn’t want to turn his own granddaughter into his enemy over an outsider. But what was there to fear? Yates had countless ways to keep secrets buried.

“I can grant your request, but you must stay with the Sharp family forever thereafter, as my dear granddaughter.”

His intent was clear: let her free Bernard herself, but at the cost of her own freedom.

Eleanor’s long lashes lowered as she considered the golden leaf in her hand. After a lengthy pause, she slowly nodded.

“Cameron wronged my mother and tried to drown me for his mistress’ daughter. I’ll go to Area Opaca as 1-1 tomorrow and settle scores with them. Take me there.”

Tomorrow… His granddaughter was giving him no time to ponder. If it weren’t for the fact that her husband was Bernard, she could have been groomed to be as competent as Peterson.

Yates looked at Eleanor with a mix of appreciation and amusement, “Alright, I’ll take you there tomorrow.”

With a solid answer, Eleanor pocketed the golden leaf. She’d soon know the location of Area Opaca, could exact her revenge, and inform Bernard of the founder’s identity.

Bernard’s assignment had been to uncover the founder of Area Opaca. The rest was Mr. Penrod’s concern,

Now that she’d learn the truth before Bernard, he could complete his mission sooner and return home. She hadn’t done much for Bernard; he was always the one protecting her. So this time… It was her turn to protect him.