Chapter 238
They knew everything about the artist’s schedule–the exact times, the people they met, their next stop, what car they were taking, even the license plate number. It was all laid out in meticulous detail.
If the person meant well, it would be one thing, but if they had darker intentions, it would be too easy to destroy you
They could even make you disappear Wiltrare.
Once the police started investigating they could always claim you had something to do, somewhere to be. Who would suspect the people closest to you! During this time, they could clean up everything, leaving no evidence behind.
“If it comes to that. I’ll rent a place next to the police station. That way, if something happens, I can call for help immediately.” Francis mulled over his thoughts his voice tinged with fear.
He couldn’t trust the bodyguards.
How could he be sure they weren’t on the other side? And the idea of being carved open alive, with his organs stripped away that gruesome scene was enough to make his blood nun cold.
Its not that complicated. We just need to turn the tables on them,” Odalys said calmly. “Francis, your phone has a tracker, right? Let’s lure them out and let them expose themselves”
Freya and Selah exchanged quick glances. “We need to charge your phone, though. If things go sideways, we need to capture everything on video to expose them” Freya said, her voice low
While they were discussing their next steps. Sienna, who had just
st fallen asleep, suddenly woke up
Even Dangelo, who had been unconscious, stirred. The pain was unbearable, but he said nothing, just listening to the conversation around him. His eyes fell on Odalys, a mix of emotions in his gaze.
He couldn’t hold it in anymore and coughed, a sharp sound that interrupted the room’s tense atmosphere.
Stellan, his eyes wide in relief, turned around to find both of his parents awake, looking exhausted but alive. His eyes welled up, and he rushed forward.
This is Ms. Stone, right” Dangelo raised a hand, stopping Stellan in his tracks. He remained still, not wanting to aggravate his injuries, his expression unreadable as he regarded Odalys
“I’ve heard him talk about you before. He warned me to stay indoors. I thought it was just superstition, but now. His voice trailed off.
“When everything went wrong, he ran over, gave me a talisman, and said it would protect ine. I saw it with my own eyes–when the explosion happened again, that talisman shielded me from the flames.” Dangelo’s voice softened as the weight of the memory hit him
“It was you who saved me and my son. If you hadn’t given me that talisman, I would’ve died. And Stellan he might not have made it either.”
The gratitude was clear in his voice, and the depth of the situation settled over the room like a heavy fog. Dangelo’s sharp, businesslike mind had come to realize the gravity of what had just luppened.
“Stellan, Odalys saved our lives, both me and my son. Remember this. If she ever needs help, no matter w
when or where, you stand by her. She gave us a second clunce, and that’s something we can never repay easily.”
He paused, then reached for his phone. “How much did that talisman cost? I’ll pay y
pay you back.”
Unfortunately, his entire body ached so badly that he didn’t even have the strength to hold his phone.
Odalys watched as Dangelo woke up. Though he was covered in injuries, his spirits seemed intact. Only then did the weight in her chest begin to
Odalys sl
ys shook her head, her voice steady. “Mr. Drake, no need to worry. Stellan already gave me 15 million dollars in advance. I’ve accepted it.”
The words were simple, but the effect was immediate.
Francis froze, his face blank as far scrambled to transfer more money. He quickly typed in a million dollars, his hands shaking slightly.
Odalys’s phone buzzed with the incoming transfer.
She glanced at the screen, confused by the sudden generosity. She turned to look at Francis, who looked a little embarrassed, scratching his head nervously.
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“You show me divination and now you’re offering money to save me? This is life–saving money, isn’t it?” Francis said, trying to keep his tone light. though it was obvious he was feeling the weight of the situation.
Odalys’s lips twitched, but she didn’t respond. It was the rule; no refunds for divination services
Coughing again, Dangelo tried to speak but was interrupted by a fit of violent coughing
Stellan, watching his father struggle, hesitated. He knew the pain Dangelo was in, but there were bigger issues at hand. “Dad, please rest. I’ll have the doctor come in to check on you
Dangelo, ever the businessman, took in the situation quickly. “Call the family bodyguards. I trust them more than anyone else right now. They’ll be more reliable than any hired help.”
Odalys shook her head. “Mr. Drake, please rest. We’ll handle the rest.
“Fair enough,” Dangelo said weakly.
Her silence was all the answer he needed–it was a no.
Dangelo gave her a once–over, but there was s something about her he couldn’t quite decipher. Stall, he chose not to press further.
After Stellan finished making arrangements, he and Odalys turned to leave. Meanwhile, Sienna, who hadn’t fallen asleep, broke the silence. “That Odalys is quite remarkable,” she remarked.
“I heard she was abandoned,” she added in a lowered voice. “We’ve got people in the police department. From what I’ve gathered, it might have something to do with the Bennett family,”
Dangelo frowned at the mention. The Bennett family? As in Bennett Entertainment?”
“The very same, Sienna confirmed with a nod.
Dangelo stayed quiet for a while, despite the pain wracking his body. A seasoned businessman, he wasn’t one to let discomfort cloud his judgment.
“My injuries won’t heal overnight, so you’ll handle the family matters for now. Spread the word from now on, anything related to the Bennett family is to be completely severed, he instructed with cool precision. “Your cousin works at a bank, doesn’t he? The Bennett family secured a loan through him, right?”
“Come up with a reason and have him reject any further requests. Odalys saved our lives–this is a debt we owe her, Dangelo concluded firmly.
“Got it,” Sienna replied before sighing “It’s just astonishing how were my daughter, I’d never let her go.
utterly foolish Hannah was to throw away such an incredible daughter. If Odal
The irony wasn’t lost on her–after all, their similar names had once been a running joke in their social circles.
As they spoke, Odalys and the others left the hospital, heading for a remote part of the countryside. They arrived at an old, dilapidated villa
Freya looked around, feeling a chill. “Where are we?” she asked, her voice uneasy.
Odalys didn’t respond immediately. “Let’s go inside. Francis, keep your phone on. We need them to track us.”
They walked toward the villa, and Odalys kicked open the door with a force that sent it flying open.
She stepped inside, scanning the room with a keen eye. The corner, once hiding a body, was now “Well, this is interesting,” she said with a cold smile.
w empty.
