Chapter 248 Lets go .
Henry gritted his teeth , still leaning on Atlas for support as he stood up .
Caspian , holding the car keys , strode out confidently .
Sophia tried to follow but froze in place at the cold , dismissive glance he shot her .
stay behind .
Caspian said , his tone flat and indifferent Just stay Those few words were enough to make Sophia break down .
She gasped , tears streaming down her face as her body trembled , and she ran into Hannahs arms .
Mom , whats wrong with Caspian Why is he targeting me ! What did I do wrong ? Sophia sobbed , clutching the fabric of Hannahs dress , shaking it with desperation .
Hannah , still recovering from her leg injury , winced in pain as Sophia collapsed onto her .
The pressure made her eyes redden with pain .
Youre crushing my leg .
Hannah hissed through gritted teeth .
Sophia froze , pulling away quickly .
She looked at Hannah , now drenched in sweat from the pain , and knelt helplessly , murmuring .
Its all Odalys fault .
Why did she have to come back ! She came home and beat me , stabbed Henry , and now Ive hurt you , too .
Its all her fault ! Shes nothing but a disaster ! Sophia ranted , her anger escalating .
She didnt notice the sharp , calculating gaze Hannah had fixed on her .
When their eyes met , Sophia felt a sudden pang of unease .
Mom , whats wrong ? Are you feeling okay ? Sophia asked nervously .
Hannah scrutinized her , then finally spoke , her voice low and measured .
Sophia , remember the time you burned that runes potion for Finnian on the show ? She paused , then asked with a chill in her voice .
Where did that talisman come from ? Sophias heart skipped a beat , and she froze .
She opened her mouth , but the words stuck in her throat .
Mom .
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she stammered , panic rising .
to this her secret actions now Her mind raced , unable to process the implications of Hannahs question .
She had never thought it would come to th exposed to her mother .
If only we had that talisman , Hannah mused darkly .
We could get you into the Stewart Family .
Sophias mind reeled .
Her mother was suggesting something far beyond anything shed imagined .
The Stewart family ? she w e whispered , her voice filled with confusion and disbelief .
Sophia still didnt fully comprehend , her mind still spinning .
What do you mean , Mom ! He had expected harsh scolding and furious accusations , but to his shock, Hannah set her sights on the Stewart family instead .
Odalys is only thriving because she was supposed to marry into the Stewart family in your place .
That man in the Stewart family wont last more than half a month , so we need to act before he dies and secure your position , Hannah declared , her tone brimming with calculated intent .
As long as you manage to conceive an heir for the Stewart family , their wealth and influence will be at our disposal .
Right now , your reputation is in shambles , and the Bennett Group is being crushed .
Theres no way to clear your name .
Climbing higher is our only option .
If we can tie the Stewart family to us , well control everything Hannah murmured , the spark of ambition igniting in her eyes , as though conquering the summit of power needed nothing more than Sophias cooperation .
But , Mother ..
Sophia stammered , her lips trembling .
She tried to find the words to express her unease , but Hannah silenced her with a sharp interruption .
Go buy more talismans immediately .
Tomorrow , well find an excuse to visit the Stewart family .
Id like to see if Odalys can keep up her arrogance for much longer , Hannah said , her voice laced with venomous determination , the murderous intent barely concealed .
Hannahs hatred burned fiercely , especially after witnessing Odalys stand in the Bennett familys living room with an air of superiority , slapping Sophia , injuring Henry , and casting her a disdainful glance that cut deeper than any blade .
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Chapter 218 Odalys had exuded a chilling , almost otherworldly presence , as though she were the sole ruler of her domain .
That aura drove Hannah mad .
She couldnt tolerate anyone stronger than herself .
And if there was someone , shed ensure their downfall even if that person was her own daughter .
Yes , of course .
Sophia said , unable to suppress the gleeful smile curling her lips .
She hadnt expected Hannah to openly instruct her to buy talismans , Previously , she had worried about finding an g an excuse , but now that the matter was out in the open , she would seize this opportunity .
Climbing to her feet despite the sting on her face , Sophia turned to leave but was stopped by Hannahs sharp voice .
Sophia .
Sophia frore , the smile still lingering as she turned back in confusion .
is your skirt wet ? The floor reeks of urine , Hannah asked , her voice tinged with disbelief .
Why is Sophia stiffened , her cheeks flushing .
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Its because of Odalys ! She hit me so hard it mustve dislocated my pelvis , I even tried to get checked at the hospital , but they threw me out , and she got the police to lock me up she whined , her voice dripping with grievance .
After being crushed by the massive python , her entire body ached , and her bones felt out of place , leaving her with what seemed to be incontinence Yet , she pinned all the blame squarely on Odalys .
After all , what was the point of accusing a snake ? Instead , she saw an opportunity to shift all the focus and all the blame onto Odalys ling in her chest as she let out a That vile girl ⦠If we dont teach her a lesson , shell truly think shes untouchable ! Hannah spat , her fury rattling hacking cough Sophia smirked inwardly , satisfied with the reaction She quickly climbed the stairs to change , grabbed her car keys , and left the Bennett Villa in haste .
As her car disappeared , Hannahs calculating expression hardened .
Follow her .
See where she goes , who she meets , and how she gets those talismans , she instructed coldly .
Understood , a bodyguard replied .
Hannah watched Sophias retreating figure with a mocking sneer .
Did she really think Id pave the way for her ! She ought to look in the mirror and see what she really is Hannah muttered disdainfully .
If theres a prize for conquering the Stewart family , why shouldnt it go to me ? she murmured , her lips curling into a cunning smile .
For Hannah , it didnt matter which Stewart heir Evander or Percival she seduced .
Either way , it would secure her a future of power and prestige .
She raised her hand gracefully , and a bodyguard stepped forward to assist her upstairs .
Sophia , oblivious to Hannahs schemes , drove cautiously , Noticing a car trailing her , she stopped at a corner , parked , and vanished into the shadows .
She escaped the bodyguard muttered , staring at the abandoned car .
After inspecting the vehicle and finding no sign of Sophia , he tightened his grip on his phone and reported , Madam , Sophias gone ? Thats fine , Hannah replied coolly .
Just intercept her on the way back and take whatever shes carrying Her tone was devoid of any motherly affection , as though Sophia were no more than a pawn on a chessboard .
Meanwhile , outside the Bennett Villa , Odalys shook her hand and shot a cold glance at the others before she turned to walk out .
The Porsche Cayenne was waiting outside .
Callum , leaning casually against the drivers side door , was engrossed in his phone .
Odalys walked past him and opened the back door , Inside , Percival sat , his imposing figure radiating a commanding * presence that at filled the car with an alm an almost tangible pressure .
Her lips curled into a smile Just n moments ago , he had been following her , waiting outside while she entered the Bennett Villa .
He was ready to act Chapter 248 when Henry raised his hand against her .