A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 1382

Bernard's spirit was a beacon of light, but his body was numb, like a withered tree. He sat slumped against the wall, as time silently ticked by, unable to erode the relentless pain in his heart.

He lifted his hand to his chest and pressed down firmly, as if trying to quell the ache. It seemed to work, gradually, the pain subsided, and with it, his mind began to clear.

He had been told that 1-1 had reviewed the security footage and noticed that Eleanor bore a striking resemblance to his late wife, and that’s how he confirmed Eleanor was his granddaughter.

The very fact that Eleanor was recognized by her appearance suggested that someone else in the family must share her features. Apart from his half-sister Sophie, there was also Peterson, who held the same mesmerizing gaze.

If his hunch was correct, the person who had twice dropped hints in front of him, known as 1-2, had to be Peterson.

There was no reason for 1-2 to strike up a conversation with Eleanor or risk offending 1-1, unless there was a connection between them. The fact that 1-2 dared to give hints in front of 1-1 suggested they shared more than just a business partnership but also a familial bond.

Otherwise, 1-1 would have blamed him the first time 1-2 spoke up. But 1-1 hadn’t. And 1-2 had used a synthetic voice when speaking to him, suggesting that they had met before and 1-2 was disguising their voice.

With Peterson identified as 1-2, it wasn't hard to deduce that 1-1 was the North Funland magnate Yates, known for running the clandestine facility known as Area Opaca.

Bernard’s thoughts became crystal clear, and the dullness in his eyes slowly returned to life...

If Eleanor were to tell him tomorrow who founded Area Opaca and he replied, "I know," she would sense something was amiss.

He had remained undercover in Area Opaca, never leaving, which meant he hadn't met the founder. If he claimed to know, his Eleanor would realize that Yates had met him beforehand.

She would understand his predicament. As long as she knew, once he was out, he could take down Area Opaca with the help of Siren Organization, avenge their losses, and they could be together again.

With his plan in place, Bernard relaxed, resting his head against the wall, his gaze drifting over the lifeless bodies encased in glass. Just a little longer, and he would avenge them all.

After Yates rewrote the chip program in the control room, he returned Bernard's phone and personal belongings and escorted him back to his private room, number 2-9, before heading back to Canada.

Eleanor, sitting on her bed, clutched her phone after much contemplation and sent a message to Aidyn. She shared everything she knew with Aidyn, including her plan.

Tomorrow, she would head to Area Opaca and once there, she would send its exact location to them.