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Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire - Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire by Grace Madeline - Chapter 180
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Chapter 180 If youre free , why dont you stay and chat with them ? You can have sinner with us later .
Stellan said , extending an invitation Francis , taken aback , didnt expect that a simple task of kicking a rock would result in an offer for dinner .
Of course , he wasnt about to turn down such an offer .
At this point , food was a problem for him he hadnt had a decent meal in days .
Francis nodded quickly Stellan knew he couldnt leave the girls alone in the living room .
I Two women at risk .
He was worried that if the that if they went out , someone might barge in again , putting the Good Stellan said , nodding in agreement .
He turned and headed outside , where he saw Odalys picking through some wild game .
Stellan walked up to her but overheard Odalys chuckling softly .
Did you make up with Francis ? There was no real grudge , just some conflict over resources , Stellan replied nonchalantly , accepting the wild game she handed him .
He glanced at her curiously , as if he wanted to ask something but wasnt sure if he should .
If youre wondering something , just ask , Odalys said , her voice light , though she didnt turn around .
It was as if she already knew what he was thinking Stellan besitated for a moment , then spoke in a low voice , Why did you let Francis go ? What if he doesnt help you ? IEI send him back and he runs away , wont that ruin everything ! He wont , Odalys said firmly , her confidence surprising him .
Stellan raised an eyebrow .
He hadnt expected her to understand Francis so so well He knows exactly what hes doing and what he wants , Crossing me isnt in his best interest .
Plus , I told him to kick the rock .
Whether he does it or not doesnt matter .
The formation is already in place .
Once its set , its beyond the reach of the outside world , but still connected , Odalys explained in a calm tone .
Stellans eyes widened in realization .
So , youre testing him ? Its not really a test , Odalys corrected .
If he kicks the rock , it make the formation last longer .
Besides , we need all the help we can get .
Stellan chuckled quietly .
Alright , I get it now ? Good .
I invited him to stay for dinner , Stellan added , eager to keep the conversation moving .
Odalys had no objections .
The two of them , with their catch of wild game , began cleaning and preparing the food , including the that had been given to them earlier by the glam python .
The rain soon stopped , leaving behind a damp , cool air .
ng the pickled vegetables Alter a le a long shernoon of work , dusk fell .
The sky , latavy and overcast from the recent rain , cast a muted light over everything .
In the kitchen , Odalys and Stellan worked together to prepare the meal , though most of the cooking was done by her while he focused on the side dishes .
Within no time , they had laid out a spread live dishes and a soup , each plate a colorful mix of flavors .
Francis , when he saw the spread , couldnt hide his amazer amazement .
Since arriving in the village , he hadnt tasted anything this delicious , Well , i wont be polite then , Francis said , grabbing his fork .
He quickly returned to grab his own bowl and seamlessly joined the Group I crew .
The atmosphere felt warm and welcoming Froen a distance , Finnian watched the scene , a pan of baiteness in his chest .
If I hadnt fallen out with Odalys he thought bitterly .
I should be sitting next to her , not him ( trapped Chapter 180 Sophia , are you okay ! Atlass voice interrupted Sophias daze .
His eyes never left her face , and he noticed that she seemed lost , as if t wave of panic Sophia jumse jumped when he called her name .
out of her thoughts .
Whats wrong ? Is something happening ? she asked , sitting up quickly .
She looked around , noticing that the rain load stopped outside .
The laughter from the next rooms was unmistakable , and the tantalizing smell of food waited into the air .
It was clear that dinner was being served next door .
The contrast between the lively atmosphere there and the cold silence liere felt stark .
Its nothing Atlas said , his concem deepening .
That Ive been watching you .
Are you worried about something ? Seeing the once confident , sunny , and kind hearted Sophia now reduced to someone constantly filled with fear and insecurity , with eyes that flickered with doubt , Atlas felt a sharp pang in his chest .
was painful to watch her unravel t It was p I this way .
If it werent for the emerald pendant , they wouldnt have ended up clashing with Odalys like this .
His thoughts twisted uncomfortably as he glanced over at Odalys , who sat across from him , smiling as she ate her meal with a carefree expression .
She had even invited Francis over to join her at the table , yet not once had she asked him or his sister to join .
The contrast was stark , and it stung in a way he couldnt quite describe I … I feel guilty she confessed quietly , her voice shaky Since we started this show .
I havent been much help .
Ive been dragging everyone down .
If I were as capable as Odalys , maybe you wouldnt have had to go through all this .
Were just barely managing with what weve found .
The food we got today … Its enough to keep us from starving , but its not ideal , she said .
see the comments online , people Sophia paused , her voice breaking slightly .
I know theres been a lot of negative attention around me lately .
I can see il „ mocking me , not understanding whats been happening .
But if it were you , would you have done any better ? I cant help but wonder if Ive really made a mistake … but where did I go wrong ? What did I do to deserve all this criticism ? Her voice cracked with emotion , and tears blurred her vision , though she fought to keep them at bay .
Finnian , who had been standing nearby , heard her words and felt a twinge of frustration .
Silly girl , Atlas murmured softly , his voice warm .
Who cares if people misunderstand you ? Ill always beli believe that youre the kindest , most genuine person out there Sophia managed a weak smile , her eyes still welling up with unshed tears .
She bit her lip , trying desperately not to let herself cry , but she knew deep down that she was afraid .
If everything came came to light , she felt like there would be no turning back .
I regret it , but if 1 had had to do it again , Id still choose this path .
Let me check if theres anything left from lunch .
Ill make you something .
Atlas said , his voice soft and caring It wasnt a good cook , but he wanted to help lier .
Atlas quickly went outside to check the leftovers .
Moments later , be returned , looking stunned .
He had accidentally knocked over all the food , sending it crashing into the fire , burning everything ven paid a attention .
Atlas muttered in frustration .
I held the pan like she did , but I must have How did this happent I saw how Odalys did it , I even missed something ? the flames .
Soplas nndard cautside when she heard the noise , only to freeze in surprise at the sight .
The food was ruined , blackened and burnt in thur work upset , but she didnt show it .
With a strained unile , she walked over to Atlas .
Im not hungry anyway .
I dont usually eat dinner because Im trying to lose weight She tried to lighten the mood , but it was clear that her l heart wasnt in it .
You and Finnis must be starving though .
Should I go ask if we can Atlas reached out and gralded her son gently , shaking his head .
Im not But just as he spoke , Jis atonal graded loudly , betraying his words .
His gaze shifted toward the next room , where he could hear the sounds of people enjoying their meal .
643 PM c Chapter 180 His jealousy boiled over as he watched Francis , oblivious to his earlier stoic behavior , happily joining in with Group B.
ez drinking down the meat soup without a care .
Atlas Sophia said suddenly , his voice low .
Do you think the emerald pendant is still in her room ! eating with gusto , and