A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 1377

Without offering any explanation or begging for mercy, Peterson simply walked into the middle of the study. With his back to Yates, he shrugged off his coat and knelt down with a stoic grace.

With a whip in hand, Yates rose from the leather couch, his gaze unwavering as he lashed out at Peterson’s scar-riddled back. Twenty times the whip cracked, each strike splitting skin and drawing fresh, crimson blood that spurted out in a grim display. Through the excruciating pain, Peterson didn't utter a single sound.

Once done, Yates tossed the whip aside and stared coldly at Peterson.

“The chip in Bernard’s head, and the injuries he had—I don’t want you mentioning a word to Eleanor. Next time, it won’t just be twenty lashes.”

Biting back the pain, Peterson dressed, turned with a pale face, and nodded to Yates.

“You have my word, I won’t interfere any further.”

He had already betrayed his grandfather once, he couldn’t bear to do it again. So now, it was up to Eleanor to uncover the truth on her own.

After dealing with Peterson, Yates stood up, “We set out for Area Opaca now. We must return by six in the morning. Make the arrangements.”

“Understood.”

Peterson, having acknowledged the order, pushed open the door of the study just as Eleanor appeared outside, waiting. He quickly wiped the sweat from his brow before she could see.

The study was soundproof; Eleanor hadn't heard a thing. And with two bodyguards stationed outside, she couldn't get closer.

Seeing Peterson emerge, she quickly approached, concerned whether Yates had been harsh with him. Peterson, his injuries hidden by the black suit, smiled reassuringly. “Our grandfather? How could he be tough on me? Don’t worry about it.”

Eleanor had more questions, but Peterson, pressed for time, cut her off. “Dear Eleanor, my mother isn’t feeling well. I must hurry home.”

Seeing the urgency in his demeanor, Eleanor nodded. “Then go, but if Yates gives you trouble, tell me. I’ll give him a piece of my mind.”

Peterson couldn’t help but smile at her words. Twenty lashes in exchange for his cousin’s trust and care was a price he was willing to pay.