Chapter 406
“He stepped in to find a chance to bail her out, exposing the Simpson family’s connections in the process, which allowed Lee to take advantage and eliminate their people
*Other than vouching for Edie, he didn’t make contact with anyone. He’s been holed up in the study, refusing to speak with anyone from the Simpson family.”
“My uncle. Quinton, is involved” Percival’s voice was firm
He knew Quinton too well. The man was always craving attention, flaunting his relationship with the Stewart family, hosting parties to network with important figures, trying to climb the social ladder. Hut now, he was acting low–key, keeping to himself, which only raised suspicions.
“When Windsor came back, he immediately slept with Sophia and then quickly divorced Hannah. But Quinton–he’s acting like a completely different person, staying locked away in his study. It doesn’t add up”
“That’s what’s bothering me,” Percival continued. “It makes sense now, Windsor may have broken his vow, but the way things are developing seems different”
“Could it be… that Windsor and Quinton spent three years together abroad, and during that time, they swapped places? They might have kept a little of their original selves intact, which could explain why Windsor came back and went straight for Sophia.”
“In other words, what if the Simpson family wanted to get rid of Windsor because of Sophia?”
“It’s just like when Sophia was little–after they tortured her, changing her face and sending her to the Bennett family to replace me as their daughter.”
“Sophia might be the key, Odalys said, her voice trembling.
The more she thought about it, the more the pieces seemed to fit. The theory was becoming disturbingly plausible.
“So the key point is Sophial” Percival asked. “My sources found out that tonight, Windsor used his connections to meet Finnian at the hospital, and they both went in to see Sophia.
“They even had relations in the hospital room. Percival added, his expression stiffening.
He gripped his phone tightly, his fingers momentarily tense.
After all, discussing something like this with a twenty–year–old woman made him uncomfortable. His face flushed slightly, and he turned his head away to hide i
“Let’s assume Windsor was lured abroad by Quinton, and they stayed there for three years, Windsor might have something they want
“Or maybe they need to get rid of Windsor, Odalys suggested, her mind racing.
The more she analyzed it, the more she realized her suspicions had a foundation.
“I keep my people on them, Percival said.
He dialed Callum, instructing him to keep an eye on Windsor and Finnian. He wanted to know what the two would do after leaving the hospital Once the call was made, Percival set the phone aside, and the car fell into an uneasy silence. Odalys twiddled her fingers, lost in her thoughts. “I’ve got something on Finnian,” Odalys said suddenly. “Remember that surgery I did on him? If he touches water, his body will start rotting and eventually kill him, So, we’ll make sure he can’t leave the hospital. As soon as it starts to rain, he’ll have no choice but to stay inside
“Then Windsor will be left alone. We can see if he goes back to the Bennett Villa or heads somewhere else.”
Her excitement was palpable. She quickly pulled out a piece of paper, sprinkled it with magic dust, and began drawing. The lines of the talisman
came to life in seconds.
She rolled down the window and muttered a few words under her breath. The talismun flew from her fingertips, and as it soared into the sky, the dark clouds above rumbled ominously
At that moment. Windsor and Finnian came down from the hospital’s upper floor, standing in the lobby, about to head outside.
The rain came pouring down, like a curtain falling from the sky.
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Finnian, who had been about to step outside, froze in fear. He recoiled, his eyes wide as he stared at the downpour.
He thought back to Odalys’s warning. A man like him, who cherished his life, wasn’t going to take any chances.
“You’re not going?” Windsor asked, raising an eyebrow.
Finnian’s eyes were red, his fists clenched so tightly his knuckles whitened. He watched the rain intensify, and then, with a quick step back, he retreated to a corner.
Til stay here and keep an eye on Sophia,” Finnian quickly made up an excuse. “I don’t want her sneaking out or doing something that could harm
Windsor nodded in agreement. “Fine. Stay with her, but make sure she doesn’t contact anyone else. As long as we control her, it’s good for us.”
With that. Windsor opened the door, shielded himself with an umbrella, and strode out into the night, his figure quickly swallowed by the rain.
Finnian stood still, his eyes fixed on the direction Windsor had gone.
“What a monster, Finnian muttered under his breath, his lip curling with disgust. “He can’t even leave his adopted daughter alone. You’re no better than me. If I wasn’t desperate, I’d never associate with a scum like you.
He spat, his thoughts darkening. As he imagined returning to the Lark family and making Orson’s life a living hell, a sick thrill washed over him.
Finnian shuddered, then turned and headed back upstairs. It was clear he was going to check on Sophia
Percival, who had been watching the scene unfold, let out a quiet sigh.
“It looks like he really is afraid of water, Percival remarked, his tone thoughtful. “I never doubted you, Odalys, but seeing it with my own eyes is something else.”
“One life,” Odalys replied, unfazed. “He doesn’t want to risk it. Shall we follow Windsor and see where he’s going?”
She sat back in her seat, arms crossed, her expression calm. She’d seen far worse, especially from someone like Finnian, who had tried to use her for his own purposes.
Percival glanced at her, concern flickering in his eyes. “Are you
He hadn’t started the car yet. He was more worried about her health–she’d been running around all day, and he wasn’t s body could take. Plus, the energy she’d expended drawing that talisman couldn’t have been easy.
sure how much more her
Tm fine,” Odalys said. “Let’s follow him. I need to see if he’s headed back to the Bennett Villa or somewhere else. My instincts are telling me something’s off.”
The excitement in her voice was undeniable.
Percival didn’t argue. Whatever she needed, he would be there.
He started the car and drove off, following Windsor’s vehicle as it veered toward the Bennett Villa. Odalys watched the car in front of them, her brow furrowed in thought
Could it be I was just overthinking things? Odalys thought.
