Chapter 231
Orson tilted his head, glancing back at the rear seat as he spoke. “I heard his injuries aren’t too severe, but strangely, both his arms and legs are fractured, and his left hand was severely burned in the explosion.
He paused, then continued, “Also, when they tested his blood, they found something suspicious, though it’s not confirmed yet. They’re planning a follow–up test”
Odalys gave him a sidelong glance before setting the iPad aside. “No need for further tests. It’s cancer
The air in the car shifted immediately, as if a cold, heavy fog had descended.
Percival quickly pulled out the list that Callum had made earlier, scanning it until he found the name “The Drake Family” at the bottom. He looked up at Odalys.
Their eyes met for a brief moment before Percival handed her the list.
“It’s on here–the Drake family,” he said in a low voice.
Odalys didn’t say anything, but her gaze darkened slightly, her mind echoing with the words her master had once told her. “You need to return to the Bennett family. Root yourself in Crownridge.”
“Your tribulation is tied to many lives.”
She hadn’t understood it before, but now, having lived through her second chance at life, she began to grasp the meaning. She hadn’t chosen death, but instead, she found herself uncovering these mysteries, even meeting Stellan on a variety show.
It seemed everything had been planned long before, pulling them together like an invisible thread.
From meeting Stellan, to coming to this village, to encountering the old man, to discovering the poison buried beneath the ground, and even seeing the giant snake.
Everything, every event had been a string pulling them closer.
How foolish she had been in her past life to seek death. Her death had set everything into motion, triggering the chaos that followed.
Perhaps, in that past life, everyone involved had perished–The Stewart family was gone
A strange, bitter feeling settled in her chest. She slowly closed her eyes. She hadn’t felt the weight of responsibility before, but now it was clear–this wasn’t just her life; she carried the fate of others on her shoulders
Magic wasn’t just about peering into fate–it was about saving the people.
“Once we get back, take the soil with the blood and poison you just dug up to the lab and compare it with Dangelo’s blood sample, see if they match, Odalys instructed.
Orson nodded, his face now serious
“Got it
After the brief exchange, Percival spoke up, I’ve already had people look into the cause of the accident. If Dangelo’s cancer is connected to it, then today’s crash wasn’t an accident”
“Nothing is really an accident. Most accidents‘ are engineered,” Percival said, making his assessment.
Odalys gave a quiet, cold laugh. “No, it wasn’t an accident. He was targeted, his fate sealed. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have arranged for you to have that private line to get them back in time”
Percival said nothing more, dialing his phone.
The car pulled over, and the group boarded a helicopter, returning to Crownridge
By the time they arrived at the Stewart mansion, it was already & I’M Orson, eager to return to the hospital, left in such a rush that he didn’t even take a meal. Callum, seeing this, immediately grabbed the car keys to drive him back.
Percival arranged for several bodyguards to follow, just in case of any unexpected events.
“Odalys,” Evander called from his wheelchair, spotting her from a distance. He almost jumped to his feet, but remembered her instructions to pretend his leg was still broken.
If it weren’t for that, he’d have been up and running l
by now.
after a long, dark night
She had promised him that once she returned, she would “pretend to treat his leg and then announce it was healed.
“Evander,“C
Odalys called as she approached him after disembarking the plane.
Seeing
Exander’s eyes glisten with tears, his hands grasping hers tightly, shaking them with fervor, he said. “You’re finally back.”
Odalys could see through his little act. Despite his age, his behavior was like a child’s, and she could easily read him.
Evander’s face flushed as he struggled to find words. Before he could speak, Odalys pulled out a talisman and slapped it onto his leg.
“Grandpa, I’ve drawn a bone–setting talisman for you. Let’s see if it works,” she said loudly, winking at him playfully.
Evander, catching the hint, was just about to get up.
Before he could. Percival rushed forward, supporting him on one side, while Odalys helped from the other. They carefully helped Evander rise to
his feet
Having been sitting for so long. Evander’s legs felt mumb, and for a moment, he nearly lost his balance. It was only thanks to Percival’s steadying hands that he regained his footing
“Be careful you don’t fall. Percival advised, concern evident in his voice.
Evander waved him off, taking a few tentative steps. Every movement was a triumph, and he nearly stamped his feer in joy.
Since his leg had been broken, he had endured much suffering, Constantly in the wheelchair, unable to go outside, he hadn’t left home since Odalys last visited.
“Is it really healed?” Evander asked, walking back towards Odalys. He raised his leg in front of her, his eyes filled with a blend of foolish innocence and affection. “How much for this bone–setting talisman of yours!”
“It’s not for sale, Odalys chuckled sofily.
They say as people grow older, they become more like children. Evander’s reaction was proof of that.
Upon hearing her answer, Evander turned to the Stewart family staff and proudly announced. “You all heard that? My p granddaughter–in–law’s bone–setting talisman just healed my leg!”
“This is a momentous occasion, and I want you all to witness it! With a sweeping gesture, he added, “Tonight, everyone who’s here gets a reward- go to Dorian later and pick up your 30,000–dollar bonus!”
The servants and bodyguards looked stunned for a moment before breaking into applause, filled with excitement.
“Thank you, Evander. We are honored, Evander, they chorused in unison.
Evander, standing g with his hands behind his back, now wearing a serious face, added, “This is all thanks to the little girl. You should be thanking
The servants and bodyguards quickly turned to Odalys, speaking in unison, “Thank you, Mrs. Stewart. Wishing Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Stewart many children:
Evander could hardly suppress his joy at hearing this. His face nearly broke into a grin.
“Are you
all hungry? Let’s go eat,” he said, motioning for Odalys and Percival to follow him.
The staff marveled at Evander’s energetic steps, and word of this event quickly spread.
Evander, still basking in the excitement, continued to send messages to his old friends, boasting about his recovery. He even sent them a video of himself walking
His friends immediately called, lait Evander, now content, ignored their calls.
Want to know the secret? Too bad, he thought to himself, his satisfaction evident as he pocketed his phone.
As they walked, Evander casually asked, “Odalys, are you staying here tonight, or are you going back to the Stewart Villa!”
“It’s too late to go back, so staying here w
works,” I
Percival asked her, glancing at Odalys.
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Odalys, unconcerned with where they stayed, shrugged. “Either works. But I do need to go to the hospital in the morning,” she murmured.
