Chapter 405 Youre naturally kind hearted , always striving for perfection , but life isnt meant to be flawless .
When the waters too full , it overflows Im sure you understand that .
In my opinion , youve done more than enough .
Sienna said Sienna couldnt help but feel a pang of sympathy .
She looked at Odalys , barely twenty years old , taking everything onto her shoulders .
It broke her heart Odalys was younger than Stellan , and yet , the burden she carried no one her age should have to bear so much .
It was hard enough for someone twice her age to handle such responsibility .
Mr.
Drake will get better .
Dont worry .
If theres nothing else , Ill be on my way , Odalys said quickly , Standing up .
She didnt want to dwell on it further .
Just now , a possibility had flashed through her mind one so unsettling it began to creep into her thoughts .
This bold hypothesis was terrifying .
Alright , Ill walk you out .
Sienna said , rising from her seat .
She followed Odalys down the hallway , watching the younger womans hurried pace .
This girl has had it so hard .
I dont understand why the Bennett family is so determined to make her life miserable .
If she were our daughter … She trailed off , her voice filled with longing She had no right to decide what was best for Odalys , but if the young woman were her own child .
Sienna thought that she could fight for Odalys like any mother would even if it meant shedding blood .
Since the Bennett family doesnt want her , then we will .
Dangelo suddenly said , breaking the silence , Siennas eyes widened , her heart leaping .
She quickly turned to face him , her surprise evident .
Do you mean ….
adopt her as our goddaughter ? she asked , a gleam of hope in her eyes .
But Ive heard the Tillery family is also trying to claim her as theirs .
Can we compete with them ? Celeste and Harvey are far too invested in Odalys , Dangelo said , his tone thoughtful .
No , Ill need to make some preparations .
Siennas heart raced as if she were about to close a major business deal .
This idea filled her with a surge of energy Well I wait for now .
Lets take care of her immediate problems first .
Didnt she ask us to keep an eye on Oliver ! Lets find someone to track him down .
The Bennett family has been a thorn in her side for too long , Dangelo continued , his voice sharp .
Well cut off their escape routes .
Henrys married to Edie , right ? I suspect hes looking to the Simpson family as his backup .
Well cut them off , too .
Sienna nodded , energized by his plan .
Il call the Tillery family and see where they stand .
If theyre willing , we can team up to shut down the Simpson familys options Dangelos mind was already working .
As the head of the Drake family , he was used to handling such high stakes maneuvers .
He was the master of these kinds of strategic moves .
Okay , Ill make the call right now , Sienna said , already reaching for her phone , her fingers trembling with excitement Meanwhile , Odalys , unaware of the conversation that had just unfolded , made her way out of the hospital .
The lights inside were dim .
moon hung half obscured by clouds .
The atmosphere felt eerie , and she couldnt shake the sensation that someone was watching her .
Whos there ? she said , turning quickly , her senses on alert She saw Percival standing under a streetlamp , his broad frame casting a shadow .
He stood still , hands clasped behind his back , eyes locked on hers as he slowly approached .
Percival ? What are you d doing here ! Shouldnt you be at home ? Odalys asked , bewildered .
She hadnt expected to see him here .
Shed left without drawing attention , so how could he have known ! Percival stopped in front of her , not saying a word .
He reached out , taking her delicate hand in his gripping it tightly , leaving no room for resistance .
Im here to take you home , he said simply , his voice deep and unwavering .
1/2 11:43 PM Chapter 405 His large hand enveloped hers , and for a moment , Odalys tried to pull away .
But after a couple of futile attempts , she stopped struggling How did you know I was out here she asked , her voice quieter now .
She cast a nervous glance behind him , half expecting to see some sign of anger , but Percival didnt look upset .
Instead , he stepped forward , opening the car door and gently guiding her inside .
No.
Ill get in myself , she protested , startled by his sudden action But before she could fully protest , he had already settled her into the passenger seat , fastening her seatbelt with care .
He leaned over , his eyes softening as they met hers , but his expression was intense .
Some things arent for you to worry about , he said after a long silence , his voice full of concern.
You wake up every day , running around handling things , working yourself to the bone .
You dont give yourself any time to rest or recharge .
You cant keep going like this ; your body will break down .
Everything has its catise and effect , whether its me or anyone else .
We all have our own fate .
How long can you keep carrying the weight of everything ! If you keep this up , can you really handle it ? What you need to do now is go home , take a shower , get a good nights sleep , and clear your mind .
Everything else can wait until tomorrow .
Percival continued , his voice gentle but firm .
Odalys was taken aback by his words .
She had never seen him like this so concerned , so protective .
She didnt even know how to react .
No one had ever gotten angry because she was working too hard .
The sudden shift in his demeanor made something inside her stir though she couldnt quite put her finger on it , she felt a warmth spreading through her chest .
Actually, she began , shifting in her seat to face him , Ive been thinking about Windsors return , and something seems off She paused , locking eyes with him .
Three years ago , after he had that fling with Sophia , he left the country overnight .
That was when Sophias popularity exploded .
But this time , somethings different .
I noticed he had this … protective aura around him when he came back .
After he and Sophia got together again , that aura disappeared , and he broke his vow .
She frowned , clearly disturbed .
Ive told you before once he breaks his vow , hell absorb Sophias bad luck .
But while hes definitely gotten .
unlucky , it doesnt seem like Sophias luck has improved at all .
Somethings wrong Percival listened intently , his brow furrowing .
He hadnt expected this , but he knew better than to dismiss her instincts , Earlier , you said Windsor and Quinton were abroad for three years before returning to Crownridge together ? Odalys asked , changing the subject slightly .
Percival nodded , surprised by her suspicions .
He turned away , reaching for his phone , and after a moment , ent , he handed it to her , his eyes dark with contemplation .
Callums been keeping an eye on the Simpson family .
My uncle hasnt left the Simpson household since he came back , but today , when Edie set fire to your company , he suddenly made an appearance AD