Chapter 254 It seemed that Evander wasnt the only one growing anxious .
Enough .
Stop causing a scene .
Lets assess the situation first .
Orson muttered , his nerves clearly frayed .
The air was thick with tension , and something about the atmosphere felt off .
He couldnt shake the feeling that this might be related to Percivals condition .
By the way , Evander , what brought you here so suddenly ? Orson asked , curious despite his uncase .
Evander Hood tall , his expression serious as he furrowed his brow, At first , Odalys sent me a message saying she wanted to talk over WhatsApp .
But when I messaged her , she didnt reply .
Was her asking to talk on WhatsApp just a ruse ? His voice grew sharper as realization dawned .
She didnt respond , and I assumed something was wrong , so I rushed here Orson fell silent .
He watched Evander carefully , then glanced toward Odalys , who was making her way back .
Odalys suspected that there were some shady figures around the Stewart Villa , he said in a low voice .
I had looked into it with Percival , and aside from his mother , we couldnt find any other traces .
Its clear someone has been deliberately covering their tracks .
he didnt reply to you ? Do you think Odalys was worried about being monitored , thats why she Evander didnt answer immediately .
Instead , he turned his gaze toward the direction of his car Orson asked .
Callum , check the car .
See if theres a tracker on it , he instructed , his voice calm but carrying an undercurrent of tension .
Orsons words had triggered something in Evanders mind .
Odalys wouldnt have intentionally ignored him unless something serious was going on She must have known that by bringing him here , she would draw him into whatever danger was harking Got it Callums face tightened , and he quickly moved toward the car .
A few moments later , he slid under the vehicle and froze .
Theres something here , he said , his voice grim .
He pointed to a small red blinking light underneath the car .
Damn it , there really is something Orson swore , his face a picture of disbelief .
Evander stood there , his figure imposing and resolute .
He shook his head slowly .
Dont remove it .
Leave it .
I want to see whos bold enough to put a Tracker on my car .
It seems Odalys knew this would happen , Evander muttered .
She must have suspected something and wanted me here for a reason Callum nodded , his expression dark , as they all turned their attention back back to the Stewart Villa .
The night had grown unnervingly dark , with the streets barely illuminated by the dim glow of the street lamps .
It felt like the very air was heavy with anticipation Just then , the sound of a fast approaching car broke the silence .
The bodyguards tried to stop it , but as they saw the license plate , they instinctively stepped aside .
With a screech of tires , a black Rolls Royce came to a halt .
The door s swung open , and a woman in a long dress , her hair pinned up in an intricate style , stepped out .
She exuded an aura of aristocratic elegance , her every move as poised as it was deliberate .
A subtle floral fragrance lingered in the air as she approached , her lips painted in a deep shade of red , her o What are you doing here ? Evanders voice instantly dropped in temperature , his face hardening .
Orson and Callum exchanged glances , their unease mounting .
The woman was wearing high heels , striding towards them with purposeful steps until she stood directly before Evander .
sharp and piercing .
Evander , this is the Stewart Villa , she uid , her voice dripping with arrogance .
Im here to see my son .
A son .
Are you really going g to stop Evanders eyes narrowed , his posture stiffening as he took in her haughty demeanor .
The pieces of the puzzle suddenly clicked into place .
Odalys had deliberately stoked his worry , knowing hed rush here tonight , and tonight of all nights , Percival was in danger .
And who else could 631 PM Chapter 234 stand in Edies way if not him ! He stood firm blocking her path .
The air around him seemed to thicken with his unyielding presence .
For a moment , Edie seemed to falter , taken aback by the force of his stance .
She took a half step back , but then , with a sneer , she tried to push forward again .
What if I dont let you through ? Exanders words were a cold challenge , his eyes flashing with barely contained fury , Edie stopped in her tracks , her lips curling into a defiant smirk .
But before she could speak , Evander raised a hand , signaling Callum and Orson Take her down , he said , his voice firm .
You dare ! Edie scoffed , her eyes flashing with contempt.
She stepped forward as if to charge into the Stewart Villa , but before she could take more than a couple of steps , Cison and Callum were on her , holding her shoulders firmly .
Edie struggled , but suddenly , a gleam of steel flashed in her hand she had drawn a dagger .
Without warning , she slashed at Callums throat .
He recoiled , narrowly avoiding the strike , taking a half step back in alarm .
Til make sure none of you stop me ? she hissed , the blade pressing dangerously against her own neck .
If I dont see my son , Ill slit my throat right here , right in from of all of you .
Lets see if you can live with yourselves after killing a widow .
The blood red gleam of the knife reflected the cold , distant light .
Her denant gate swept across them , daring them to act .
Her words , though dramatic , held a terrifying truth .
They couldnt let her die she was Percivals mother .
Edie knew this and dared use this as leverage .
But Evander wasnt fazed .
Percivals barely hanging on , and youre still causing trouble ? His voice cracked like thunder as his hand clenched into a fist , his knuckles white .
movements Edie didnt flinch .
She continued her relentless march towards the Villa , walking as though she owned the world .
The audacity of her m seemed to mock them .
Evander took a step forward , closing the gap between them .
In a flash , he grabbed a brick from the ground and swung it at her head The sound of the impact was deafening .
Edie stumbled , her hand flying to her forehead as blood began to seep from the wound .
She stared , wide- eyed , as the warm liquid dripped down her face .
Blood she gasped .
Im bleeding ? You you dared to hit me ? Her grip on the dagger wavered , trembling as she looked at him in shock and disbelief .
Evander lowered his gaze to the brick in his hand , his voice low and mocking Whats the big deal ? Just a little blood ! Are you going to die over that ? He raised an eyebrow as he met her furious glare .
You think Im scared of you just because youre holding a knife to your own throat ? He chuckled , a cold , biting sound .
Theyre worried about you .
Theyre worried you might die .
But me ? I couldnt care less if you slit your throat right here .
If thats what it takes to stop this charade , go ahead .
Youll have your little tragedy , but dont think for a second that anyone here will His words were venomous , his gaze unwavering as he watched her hold her bleeding forehead .
The sight of her shock was almost pitiful under the cold moonlight How about y Favor this you take your own life , then ? he sneered .
Percival will be dead by the end of tonight Why dont you join him ! Youd be doing us all a Orson stood a few paces away , his breath held in suspense as he watched the scene unfold .
He had expected Odalys to be the one who could handle situation , but it was clear now that only Evander could truly control this chaos .
Youre Edies voice trembled , her anger bubbling over , but she was visibly shaken .
I respected you as an elder .
I never thought youd wish me dead ! But it was too late for regrets .