A Second Chance at Forever (Eleanor and Bernard) novel Chapter 525

Cameron strolled downstairs with a smirk plastered on his face. He spotted Bernard sprawled out on the floor unconscious.

“Well, well, well. I never thought I’d see the day, huh Bernard….” He kicked Bernard with the tip of his shoe, puffing on a cigar in disdain. He had expected this outcome.

After a hefty kick, he turned to his henchman, Scarface, "The bloke's still breathing. Give him a few more stabs, finish him off!"

Scarface hesitated. He was familiar with Bernard and aware of the potential retaliation from the Laurence Group.

Swallowing nervously, he stuttered, "I... I can't...."

Cameron was unfazed, and removed his cigar and sunglasses. He studied Scarface as he fondled his cigar, "Did you forget? Your family's life is in my hands."

His words were met with bowed heads from the rest of the crew. They weren't here for the money, but for their families - otherwise, they wouldn't have risked their lives in the first place.

Cameron glanced at the dead bodies on the floor, "I'll give them a proper send-off. Their families will receive compensation, and their loved ones will be set free. But..."

He put out his cigar, warning the group, "If any of you step out of line, your families will meet the same fate as them."

The room fell silent until Scarface stepped forward, raising his knife towards Bernard's heart...

"Do not dare touch him!"

Caleb kicked the door open, his golden pistol aimed at Scarface's leg. He fired without hesitation.

Scarface was caught off guard and collapsed to the ground. The bullet lodged in his thigh.