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Odalys couldn’t help but smile as she watched Dorian’s eyes light up with excitement. His energy was almost contagious, but she shook her head, amused, and quietly gathered her clothes. A quick shower would help clear her thoughts.
When she came out, she saw the medicinal herbs neatly arranged on the coffee table next to a plate of desserts and some fresh fruit slices. The coffee maker nearby was quietly brewing, and the warm, inviting aroma filled the entire room.
“Mrs. Stewart, I made you some coffee. I hope it’s to your liking Dorian said respectfully, standing by.
Odalys noticed how carefully Dorian had taken care of everything. She gave him a long, thoughtful look, her expression hard to read.
“What’s wrong. Mrs. Stewart?” Dorian asked nervously, fidgeting under her gaze.
As Odalys plugged in his phone, he looked up and said, “By the way, you have kidney stones.”
“What?” Dorian was taken aback, clearly shocked. He looked at Odalys in disbelief,
She took a sip of water and quietly said, “I’ll prescribe some medicine for you tonight. If you take it for a few days, the ston “should pass”
“Alright, Dorian said, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead.
Dorian had always been in good health. He went for routine checkups every year, and nothing unusual had ever come up. Yet, something about Odalys words lingered in his mind, stirring a vague unease he couldn’t shake
On his way out, he found himself pacing anxiously before finally hailing a cab and heading straight to the hospital for a GT scan, desperate for answers.
Meanwhile, Odalys settled into her room, drying her freshly washed hair. She glanced down at her phone when a call came through.
It was from her assistant. As soon as she answered, the assistant sangry voice came through. “Odalys, you need to come to the office right now.”
Odalys couldn’t help but curl her lips into a cold smile at the assistant’s rude tone. I’m not coming,” Odalys replied coolly.
Odalys hadn’t paid much attention to the assistant before, but now she couldn’t believe the nerve. Does she really think she could boss me around?‘ she wondered.
That assistant, always siding with someone. She knows perfectly well the Bennetts don’t like me, and yet she’s out here making my life miserable on purpose. Just because she’s been in the industry for a bit, she thinks she’s better than the rest of us? Who does she think she is? Ridiculous, Odalys thought, rolling her eyes internally.
“Your contract still has time left. If you want to stay relevant in the entertainment industry. I strongly suggest you renew it immediately. Otherwise, let’s just say things might not go in your favor.” The assistant’s voice took on a steely edge.
Snacking on a piece of fruit, Odalys smirked. “Stop trying to trap me. Tell Henry the Bennett Group is doomed–it’s just a
matter of time.”
“He’d better quit wasting his time trying to control me. I’m done with the Bennett family. If he keeps pushing, I won’t hold back from making things harder for him,” Odalys sneered. She leaned back, her tone icy, her gaze hardening as her lips. curled into a cold smile.
As soon as Odalys finished speaking, the phone was snatched away from the assistant by Henry. His voice came through, furious. “Is this what you wanted? Is this your idea of satisfaction
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“Did you have something to do with your mother’s leg being broken? Is this your curse? Henry demanded coldly.
When Odalys heard that Hannah’s leg had been broken, she couldn’t help but laugh, her mood lifted. “Your mom’s leg broke? Well, that’s good for you. Congratulations.”
“You” Henry was so furious he nearly spat blood. He had never expected Odalys to be so unyielding.
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“Odalys, if you want us to forgive you, you better get the Stewart family to fix everything. Otherwise, if the Bennett family goes bankrupt, you can forget about ever returning to them. Henry warned her, his voice sharp.
Odalys tucked the phone under her shoulder and stood up, walking toward the door. “That sounds great. I hope it comes
“Odalys!” Henry screamed in rage. Before he could say anything else. Odalys immediately hung up the phone, blocking the assistant’s number. After finishing everything, Odalys stretched lazily.
Hannah’s luck had always been poor. But during the past six months, things had been going smoothly, thanks to the emerald pendant Odalys had given her to ward off bad luck.
Without the protection of the emerald pendant, Hannah’s bad luck would only increase. This was just the beginning. As Odalys thought this, a chill flickered in her cys.
She lowered her head, picked up the medicinal herbs, and walked over to the bay window. She sat down and carefully ground the herbs into powder, her long hair falling around her shoulders.
The air was filled with the scent of the herbs, carried in by the gentle breeze from outside. The aroma was surprisingly pleasant
Time ticked by, and just as Odalys continued her work, she heard the sound of heavy footsteps behind her. A figure stood beside her, blocking the light. Odalys frowned in irritation.
Looking up, she saw Percival standing in front of her, holding a lunchbox in one large hand, his gaze briefly flicking over
her.
“I heard from Dorian that you didn’t have dinner, so I grabbed something for you on my way back Percival’s deep voice resonated
Odalys was slightly surprised as she watched him place the lunchbox on the coffee table. Percival calmly opened the lunchbox, revealing four dishes and half a serving of pasta.
“Come eat, Percival said as he set the lunchbox down, taking a fork and placing it on the plate before turning g to her.
Odalys had planned to wait a little longer, but her stomach betrayed her with a loud growl. She subconsciously glanced out the window and saw that it was already dark outside.
Did ume really fly by this fast? Odalys glanced at the herbs she had been sorting all afternoon, a flicker of surprise crossing her mind. I must have missed Dorian coming in to call me for dinner. He probably turned on the lights for me, too.
She rubbed her temples briefly before washing her hands and walking over to the table.
“Thank you,” Odalys said as she took the fork he handed her and speared a small lamb chop. The taste surprised her. It was
far better than most restaurants.
“Grandfather knows you’ve been on the variety show. He’s been watching your live streams. He wanted to visit you this afternoon, but he fell while rushing here and broke his leg. He’s resting at the Stewart mansion now” Percival’s rich voice continued
Odalys froze, unable to believe it. She looked up at Percival in disbelief. Percival reached into his brieftase, pulled out a small box, and pushed it toward her “Grandfather sent you a gall
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He opened the box to reveal a set of five jewelry pieces a bracelet a bangle, earrings, an anklet, and a necklace. The rubies gleamed under the light, casting a captivating glow. Odalys stared at them, momentarily lost for words.
She hastily took another bite of her food and then lowered her voice. “Why is your grandfather giving me these? Aren’t we just in a contract marriage?”
As soon as she finished speaking. Percival leaned back slightly, tapping his long fingers on the armrest of the couch. Asso
His eyes, deep and intense, met hers as he spoke in a low voice. Whatever the reason we married, once you become part of the Stewart family, to everyone, you’re my wife. Since Grandfather gave you a gift, you should accept it.”
Odalys listened quietly as she continued to eat. “Alright, Odalys aid, not wanting to argue further. She placed the box to the side and then seemed to remember something.
Taking another bite of lamb, she glanced at him, her voice mudled. “Oh, well, you can take your clothes off now,” Odalys said with a glint in her eyes.
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