Chapter 1401 Yates expression froze as he stared into Eleanorâs eyes, brimming with hatred. For a fleeting moment, he saw in Eleanor the reflection of a woman he once knew-Pauline Hardy. She had the same fiery spirit back then.
Perhaps it was for Paulineâs sake that Yates managed to swallow his rage, choosing not to retaliate against the rebellious Eleanor. âPeterson Sharp,â
he said in a calmer tone than expected, âtake Eleanor back to the control room for some rest.â Peterson had braced for his grandfather to explode in fury, maybe even to strike Eleanor in anger. He was taken aback when all Yates did was calmly instruct him to escort Eleanor away. Was it out of some sense of debt?
Unable to fathom Yatesâ thoughts, Peterson took Eleanor by the hand and led her away. Eleanor was ready to jump in and defend Peterson, but he subtly motioned for her to hold her ground. The priority was to find a way to leave Area Opaca, not to waste time bickering in this place.
Eleanor read the situation and unclenched her fists, following Peterson out. Yet, as their footsteps crossed the threshold, Yatesâ icy voice trailed them from behind, âEleanor, before you came to Area Opaca, you promised me youâd always stay with the Sharp family. Remember?â
Eleanor stopped in her tracks and turned to face Yates, who sat at the control panel like a judge over life and death. âThe promise I made was based on you not deceiving me. You broke that trust. How can you expect me to keep my word?â
Yates, anticipating her change of heart, simply nodded. âIf the promise is void, then youâll replace Bernard Laurence and stay in Area Opaca forever.â
A shadow crossed Eleanorâs eyes, and Yates looked past her to Peterson, âYou will stay in the isolation cell until Iâve dealt with Bernard. Then Iâll set you free.â
The mention of dealing with Bernard ignited a spark of fury in Eleanor, âYates, your vendetta should be with the former members of the Siren Organization, not with Bernard, who knows nothing and wasnât even born yet!â
What she meant was that Yates had chosen the wrong target for his revenge, but Yates didnât see it that way, âThey violated your grandmother, they all deserve to die, and I wonât spare a single one.â
Faced with a Yates consumed by hatred, Eleanor was incensed, âThen go after those who harmed Pauline! What has Bernard done? Heâs innocent!â
Yates didnât bother to argue further. He raised his hand, and the men in black by his side immediately stepped forward, seizing Petersonâs arms, âMr.
Peterson, please come with us.â
Peterson had the authorization to leave Area Opaca; Eleanor did not. Yates wouldnât hold Eleanor captive-only Peterson. Watching her brother being forcibly taken away, Eleanorâs anger boiled over, âYates, I will never forgive you for this.â
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ï¤Chapter 1400 The moment she discovered the truth, Yates had predicted this outcome and was unfazed, âThatâs alright. As long as my granddaughter stays by my side, one day, youâll understand your grandfatherâs actions.â
After uttering these words, Yates stood up and walked past Eleanor toward the isolation cell, leaving her clenching her fists in frustration. With Bernard gone, trapped in Area Opaca, she would be a hindrance once Bernard returned for revenge.
Eleanor, frowning at the control panel, impulsively walked over. But alas, she didnât understand the system and could only vent by randomly hitting buttons.
The whole base was thrown into chaos, with broadcast announcements and mechanical alarms confusing the players below and prompting the operators in the middle sector to spring into action.
Unperturbed by the news, Yates told his men to ignore the commotion and let Eleanor vent. He followed Peterson into the isolation cell, where he picked up a whip and lashed at Petersonâs back until he was bloodied and nearly unconscious. Only then did Yates stop and deliver a chilling warning, âKeep quiet about the chip in Bernardâs head, or donât blame me for disregarding our family ties.â
With that, Yates threw down the whip and left the cell, securing it with several locks to prevent Petersonâs escape and Eleanorâs interference.
After securing the area, Yates took a handkerchief from one of his men and asked, âIs the demolition set?â
The man replied with deference, âItâs all set up, sir. The charges are also in place around the perimeter.â
Yates nodded in satisfaction, âWhen Bernard comes back, notify the men to evacuate through the escape tunnels.â
He had planted a tracker in Bernardâs brain, knowing Bernardâs every move, ensuring the safety of his men-even as the
charges were laid in the mountains, nowhere near Area Opaca.
Yates was a strategist who never engaged in frontal assaults but preferred to eliminate his enemies without sacrificing a single one of his soldiers.
Now, he waited for the S Organizationâs helicopter to land, to witness its obliteration without leaving a trace.
Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband (END)
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