Chapter 898 Bernardâs eyes fluttered open languidly, casting a frosty gaze upon the fidgety Robin Spencer, âYou honestly think that on your mere say so, I should skedaddle? Who do you fancy yourself to be?â
Bernardâs air of superiority grated Robin the wrong way, yet he had to bite his tongue. âWhy else would I trouble myself to seek you out, if this didnât concern you?
A sardonic laughter escaped Bernardâs lips, Robin, unless my memory fails me, you and I share a bond of hostility. If this âurgent issue indeed involves me, wouldnât you relish my misfortune instead of seeking me out?â
A valid point indeed Should Bernard fall into dire straits, Robin would undoubtedly be the first to revel. But the present circumstances dictated otherwise, âFine, remain immobile if you wish. But donât claim ignorance when Evelyn Ziegler whisks away your wifeâs nieceâ
Evelyn had recently engaged a high profile international attorney, freshly returned to their homeland, with the intent of legally confronting Eleanor within days. Aware of Evelynâs scheme. Robin saw this as a fitting pretext to steer Bernard out of the equation But Bernard didnât react at all after hearing this, he just looked deeply at him with a nonchalant gaze, as if he had already seen through his plan It was unsettling Bemardâs nonchalance was normal, but Eleanor was bound to react, Mr Spencer, how did you know that Evelyn plans to take my niece?â
She pretended to be very worried and asked Robin, looking genuinely concerned. She even stood up, resting her hands on the table, staring at Robin standing outside the table.
Robin, almost as tall as Bernard, looked up and met her clear, lakeâlike eyes It was like a stream flowing through his heart, which startled him, making him instinctively avoid her gaze.
âI just ran into her, with a bunch of people, saying sheâs going to snatch the kid from your place...
âI must go back right away to check!â
Eleanor pretended to be very anxious and stood up quickly, but was held back by Bernard.
*Ms. Vulpe needs you for something urgent. You go see her, Iâll check on the situation.â
Perhaps Bernard couldnât stand Robinâs lame excuse, he made up his own and walked out.
Eleanor held back her laughter, took Bernardâs hand, and pretended to worry. âIf it werenât for the urgent matter, I would go with you.â, Bernard patted her hand, comforting her, âI can handle it. And with me around, Evelyn wouldnât dare to make a fuss at our home.â
Seeing that Eleanor nodded without any signs of acting, Bernard finally got up and picked up his coat.
Robin didnât expect to fool Bernard so quickly. His lips curled up into a smirk.
Before he could gloat over his victory, Bernard, who was halfway out of the door, turned back suddenly.
âRobin, since youâre close with Evelyn, why not come with me?â
âWhy should I meddle in your affairs with Evelyn? Iâm not the one involved.â
Bernard draped his coat over his arm, hands in his pockets, smiling at him, âHow do I know youâre not trying to get me out of the way to kidnap my wife?â
Robin was hit where it hurts and became anxious, but tried to play it cool, âYour wife is so unattractive, who would kidnap her? Only a madman would do that.â
Eleanor had never been criticized like this before. She glared at Robin, only to find him sneaking a glance at her.
After eye contact, Robin seemed a bit guilty and turned to Bernard, âWhat a bother...â
Bernard signaled his bodyguard Scott to protect Eleanor, then followed Robin out of the cafe.
Robin was on high alert, insisting Bernard ride with him. âMy car is better than yours, letâs take mine.â
Yet, holding the reins of power, Bernard wouldnât permit Robin to dictate his actions, Then, Iâll choose to stay put.â
Robinâs face clouded over at Bernardâs resistance, but between gritted teeth, he conceded, âFine, weâll take your ride!â
Bernard gestured to his bodyguard who dutifully swung the car door open, allowing Robin to slip inside. A softening of Robinâs stern features was visible.
However, the sight of Robin stepping into the adversaryâs vehicle threw his bodyguard, Nathan, into a tizzy. He hurried over, warning. âDonât get into Bernardâs car! Itâs a trap!â
A Second Chance At Forever novel (Eleanor and Bernard)
ï¤Chapter 897 Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband (END)
ï¤Chapter 1765 (END)
Across the street, Robin discerned Nathanâs anxious shouts As he began to turn, Bernard obstructed his view Once they were inside the car, Bernard reclined slightly a sinister grin creeping onto his face, âMr. Spencer, before we arrive at my place, how about a little detour, hm?â