Chapter 194
As Odalys ran after the others, Freya and Selah immediately quickened their pace, laughing and calling out, “Ah, Odalys is coming! Run, everyone,
The group of them, like a bunch of carefree children, raced ahead, their laughter echoing through the village.
Even the crew, infected by their laughter, subconsciously followed them, trying to keep up.
Finnian, watching the joyous scene of Odalys chasing after the others, fel a lump rise in his throat, and his eyes
Atlas, however, stood rooted to the spot, fists clenched tightly. His mind was spinning.
Krew red
He had heard Odalys words on the broadcast earlier, and sunease gnawed at him. If the police confirmed her story tomorrow, the Bennett family would be thrust into a deep, irreparable crisis
Atlas thought. She was so bold to speak the truth in public–what did that mean? Could it be that her parents really had abandoned her? But why? She was supposed to be the Bennen family’s little princess. They were all men, all yearning for a little sister. That was why they treated Sophia so well–because Odalys was the only girl in the family, and they treated her like royalty. Yet, now, things had turned out like this
His mind was in chaos as he stood there, feeling lost and helpless.
Sophia, having changed into a new outfit, walked over from behind Atlas, standing there watching him. She hesitated for a moment, before finally speaking.
“I’m sorry, Atlas. It’s all my fault. I got too impatient, too eager to get my hands on the emerald pendant. I didn’t think Odalys would retaliate like that. If only I’d been more careful, maybe we could have gotten the pendant,” she said, her voice tinged with guilt.
Atlas, still wrestling with his thoughts, glanced at her. His suspicion grew as he asked, “So everything you’ve done–was it just to get the emerald pendant
Sophia forced a smile, then nervously approached him, grabbing his sleeve. “We agreed, didn’t we? That before the variety show ends, we’d get the pendant from Odalys. But we didn’t have the chance to get close to her, and with the task taking us away, I had no choice but to rely on that old
man
“But he didn’t do his job properly. That’s my fault. I should’ve done bener, she added, sounding pitiful.
Atlas stared at her, his expression unreadable. For a moment, he didn’t know what to believe. He had always trusted Sophia, but now his doubts had
started to take root
Seeing his conflicted expression, Sophia, her eyes red, let out a soft sigh, looking vulnerable. She leaned against him, almost trembling, “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have gotten us into this
Atlas heart softened at the sight of her distress.
He sighed, hus voice low, “It’s fine. If it didn’t work this time, there will be other chances. But you’ve got to think carefully next time. It’s not worth sacrificing your reputation for this”
immediately buried her face into his chest, sobbing softly. “I’m sorry, I really am
Atlas kissed the top of her head, his heart aching, and whispered, “It’s alright. As long as you’re okay, everything else can be worked out.”
The new of them stood there in an embrace, not realizing that Finnian was watching them from the side, his face full of disbelief. Neither did they notice the hidden cameras that had been switched on, as is customary for the variety show.
The cameras had caught everything, and all the conversation was broadcasted live.
The audience that had previously been sympathizing with Odalys was now watching in shock, unable to believe what they were seeing and hearing. JOh my god, this just shattered y worldview.]
Did Atlas really believe her! Looks like his brain is fried ]
[Atlas is beyond redemption. I’m done with him)
Chapter 191
[With all the evidence now, can Sophia trally deny it? I finally get why Odalys had to clarify herself on the show. |
deal with people like this, lid be just as Munt]
When’s the police station livestream happening? Fcan’t wait for tomorrow]
While Sophia and Atlas remained unaware of the live broadcast, the reality of the situation began to sink in for some of their most devoted fans. who quickly turned then support to Usdalys:
Chhers were left in confusion, not understanding why so many loyal fans hail suddenly switched sides.
Meanwhile, Oililys kept running after the group. As she passed a stilapidated old house, she noticed the door slightly ajar.
she could vaguely see the figure of an elderly man and his son standing behind it, observing everything that was happening outside. They were likely curious about how Odalys planned to handle Rafael.
Odalys knew she had to make them believe that she could protect them, that she had the strength to take down Rafael and any threat to them. Only when they felt truly secure would they fully entrust her with everything. This was why Percival had come earlier and left quickly.
People’s loyalty was built on their recognition of power, and with Rafael kneeling before her, it was clear that she now controlled the situation in the eves of the elder and his MOTI
With a gleam of shrewd calculation in her eyes, Odalys quickly diverted her g
gaze, not lingering for m
more than a second before heading forward. Selah suddenly came up with a suggestion, “How about we leave it to chance! Each of us should cook one dish, and see what happens?
Everyone
e eagerly agreed, and they all dove into the task with enthusiasmų,
There were no star personas here, no one worried about their image.
Everyone rolled up their sleeves and got to work
Freya, in particular, took it to the next level, chasing a wild chicken for three miles. When she finally caught it, she tripped and fell face–first into the mad: Stelian unmediately rushed over to pull her up, his hands getting covered in dirt.
Freya, now covered in mud, groaned. “Ah, my face!”
She stood up, immediately turning toward Odalys. “I’m coming for you!”
Odalys, startled, took a few steps back, “No, don’t come near mel
Freya, covered in mud, launched herself at Francis, and with a loud splat, smeared him with dirt.
“You’re not getting away! Freya puslied Francis aside and ran after Odalys again, who quickly hid behind Selah, peeking out from behind her to watch the chaos unfold.
Selah, laughing, spread her arms wide a
and said, “Alright, come at me!”
tually all humbling to the ground.
The three women became a whirlwind of mud and laughter, slipping and sliding, eventually
With everyone now covered in din, Odalys plopped onto the ground with a dramatic sigh. “This is work–related injury. You’re going to have to take responsibility,” she complained, grinning mischievously.
Freya flopped into Odalys lap, claiming, “If I’m responsible, then you’re responsible too
“Stay still keep that pose: Selah suddenly commanded, and before anyone could react, she whipped out her phone and began snapping pictures.
away, Freya, now stiff as a board, asked. “Are you done yet? How ugly do I look!”
“Ugly, totally ugly” Selah replied, not missing a beat. She lunded the pl
phone over for Freya to see
The
Two women.exchanged glances and then, as if on cue, grabbed Selah and pushed her to the ground, smearing her face with their dirty hands. “Help!” Selah squealed, laughing as she was pinned to
Freya grabbicil Selah’s phone and started sapping even more pictures, taking full advantage of the moment.
What they didn’t notice, however, was that Francis and Findian luas quietly been taking pictures of their messy antics from behind them. In a low voice, Finnian remarked, “Well, our beer nonry is taken care of. At least two meals, guaranteed
