Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire by Grace Madeline

Chapter 414 Lee and Odalys shared a brief , knowing sanile as t as they stood together .

Their bond , though new , was built on an unspoken understanding .

Alright , 111 be on my way then , Lee said , his voice low but warm .

As he turned to leave , he paused , as if struck by a sudden thought .

Reaching into his pocket , he pulled out something and awkwardly handed it to Odalys My daughter made this she insisted I bring it to you .

She said if I met you , I should give it to you he explained , slightly embarrassed .

Odalys blinked in surprise but accepted the folded paper crane .

The delicate little bird had colorful markings on its wings , and on one side , in messy handwriting , it read .

Hope Odalys stays beautiful and safe .

Touched , Odailys smiled .

Please thank her for me .

I wish her safety and happiness , too ? Lee paused for a moment , a slight look of recognition crossing his face , and then he nodded , his voice soft .

Thank you .

The words held an edge of bittersweetness .

Lee knew that Odalys wasnt one for pleasantries , and that what she said always had a deeper meaning .

She hadnt mentioned any danger for his daughter , and in the past , Odalys had reassured him that his daughter would be fine .

With that in mind , the shadow of Edies threat seemed less ominous now .

The tension in Lees chest finally began to ease Ill head out now Lee said , his footsteps light as he made his way to the door .

As he drove away in his modest car , the moonlight gently illuminated the street .

His vehicle slowly disappeared from view .

A moment later , Odalys withdrew her gaze from the road , clutching the paper crane in her hand .

Is something wrong ! Percival asked , sensing the shift in her expression .

He noticed her smile faltering , and there was a faint hint of concern in his voice Odalys fucked the crane into her bag and shook her head gently .

Nothing .

Im fine Percival nodded , though he still looked a little puzzled .

They got back into the car , and he drove toward the Stewart Villa .

The iron gate creaked open as they arrived , and he parked the car at the side of the house .

They got out and walked toward the entrance , but as they did .

Odalys noticed the light still on in the second floor bedroom Evander stood by the large window , gazing down at them .

As soon as he saw their figures , he turned away and returned to his room , switching off the light as he went .

Once inside her room , Odalys lay down , feeling the weight of the day .

Exhausted from everything that had happened , she fell asleep almost immediately .

But sleep did not come easy .

Odalys … The voice was faint at first , distant almost like an echo from another world .

Odalys furrowed her brow in her sleep , disturbed .

The voice drew nearer , growing louder and more insistent .

Odalys , come .

Come out , the voice rasped , its tone ancient and hoarse , as if it had crawled from the depths of hell .

Odalys , return .

The words twisted and repeated in her mind , a demonic chant that gnawed at her ears .

her breath quickening as panic began to rise within her .

She gripped the sheets tightly , her knuckles turning white .

Then , the pendant that Hannah had given her now resting around her neck suddenly glowed with a blinding golden light .

The light surged from the pendant , driving the malicious voice away , and with it , the oppressive feeling in the room lifted .

The pendant settled back into a quiet , normal state , resting peacefully against her skin .

Odalys sighed , her body tense with the remnants of the nightmare .

She fell into a deeper , more peaceful sleep , the nightmare behind her .

The next morning , the sunlight streaming through the large window warmed her face .

She groaned softly , shielding her eyes with her hand as she woke Mm ..

she murmured , stretching lazily as she blinked against the sunlight , her mind still fuzzy from sleep .

IA Chapter 414 She lay there for a moment , staring at the ceiling .

The calmness of the room was a sharp contrast to the unsettling dream she had just endured Odalys let out a muffled groan as her body stiffened when she turned over .

The voice from last night echoed relentlessly in her ears , and she suddenly shot up from the bed .

Her hand instinctively went to the necklace around her neck .

It was a gift from her master when she returned to the Bennett family .

After she came back and saw how Hannah was trapped by negative energy .

she had handed it to her , hoping it would ward off the calamity .

But Hannah had been dismissive of the necklace , completely uninterested .

And when the rift between them deepened , Hannah had treated her coldly , so when Oulalys left the Bennett family , she snatched the necklace back .

It was unnervingly warm , almost burning her skin .

So they really tried to summon my soul while I was asleep ? she mused darkly , wiping away the sweat that had beaded on her forehead .

Such a petty trick … but theyre still no match for me .

Even if they had succeeded in pulling her soul out of her body , she could have dealt with them .

What truly irked her , though , was the audacity to disturb her sleep .

That was unforgivable .

She rubbed the pendant , feeling its temperature gradually return to normal .

With a final sigh , she got out of bed and walked to the bathroom to freshen up Afterward , she dressed in a simple , light gray dress , choosing comfort over anything else .

She grabbed her canvas bag and slipped into her sneakers , heading downstairs As soon as she entered the kitchen , the delicious smell of breakfast hit her senses .

She hurried down the stairs , where she found Evander busy cooking Good morning , Mrs.

Stewart ! Youre up early ! Dorian greeted her with a wide grin .

Let me go get Mr.

Stewart for breakfast ! Just then .

Percival walked into the kitchen , his face flushed from a run .

He was still on the phone , speaking in low tones .

Mm , got it , he muttered , before ending the call .

He gave Odalys a brief , casual glance , noting her energized appearance .

She was smiling , her eyes bright and alert Good morning , she greeted him , her tone easy .

He smiled back , noting her vibrant energy compared to the night before .

He didnt comment , just lening the moment pass as he went to the counter and set down some fresh fruit .

I might need to head our d out for a business trip later , Percival said , glancing at her as he poured himself some coffee .

Odalys froze for a moment , her bite of apple pausing mid air .

A business trip ? she repeated , frowning slightly .

Whats going on ! I everything was settled .

You dont need to go anywhere , do you ? thought Most of their out of town matters were handled by Callum .

Percival never had to go on urgent trips like this .

So what was so pressing now ! Its about the old Simpson family estate , Percival explained briefly .

I dont trust Callum to handle it alone , and Id rather deal with it myself .

Odalys didnt reply , though she furrowed her brow in quiet thought , her eyes drifting back to the plate of fruit in front of her .

Evander hud prepared breakfast , and Dorian brought the dishes to the table , calling out to them , Come , try the pa This morning , Dorian and I made this it , see if my skills are still up to par pasta I made today .

pasta together , Evander said with a cheerful grin.

I made a handmade pasta with sour soup beef .

Come try The breakfast was simple , just beef infused tomato soup , with some Though it was humble , the aroma filled the room .

mushrooms and other vegetables , topped off with the handmade pasta .

Add your own beef , Evander said , bringing a platter of beef to the table .

Dorian brought over a couple of side dishes , and they all sat together at the table , rare as it was , Percival occasionally chatted with Evander about business matters , while Odalys sat lost in thought , her eyes focused on Percivals complexion , saying nothing After finishing their breakfast , Odalys suddenly rushed upstairs .

By the time she returned , Percival was about to leave .

She quickly followed him down the hallway .

Percival , Odalys called out , her voice urgent .

She reached for his pocket , then said softly , Come back early