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Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire - Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire by Grace Madeline - Chapter 182
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Chapter 182 Odalys pulled out her bag and began unpacking the herbs she had collected that day .
She carefully laid them out to dry on a nearby surface .
speaking softly as she did so .
These herbs are all top quality The herbs from the mountains are wild , and theyve been growing for many years .
Theyre much better than the ones grown artificially , which have neither the age nor the potency of wild ones , Odalys explained , her tone carrying a quiet wisdom .
Odalys , Selah interjected , her curiosity piqued .
When we were on the island , you mentioned cutting down a few pieces of wood that had been struck by lightning .
I looked it up later , and I read that lightning struck wood can ward off evil .
Is that true ? Selahs question caught the attention of both Stellan and Freya , who turned to Odalys , eager to hear her response .
Odalys finished arranging the herbs and wiped her hands , giving them a small smile .
I heard that lightning struck wood is one of the best materials for warding off evil Its incredibly rare , though .
Can you sell some to me once youve finished processing it ? Selah asked eagerly , her eyes practically glowing with excitement .
Odalys chuckled , her expression wa Sure .
Once Ive processed it , Ill get you a portion .
I want some too ? Stellan said , raising his hand with childlike enthusiasm .
Me as well ! Freya added , joining in Odalys smiled .
The sky had grown completely dark , and a sharp , knowing look crossed her face .
It seemed the moment had arrived She grabbed her backpack and turned to face the others , her voice canal Want to go for a walk ? Selah and Freya exchanged looks , sensing something was off but following her lead anyway Sure , lets get some fresh air , Selah said as she gently helped Freya to her feet , the tension already creeping into their movem Just as the group stepped outside , they were joined by Francis , who had heard the noise and decided to follow .
Without a word , the group silently made their way down the familiar path .
As they walked , they began to hear a strange , haunting sound .
Whos screaming ? Freya asked , her voice tinged with confusion .
The scream was shrill and full of agony , a sound that seemed to echo through the night .
Sounds like Rafael , Selah whispered , her voice low and cautious .
The mention of Rafael made Freya uiffen .
She felt a cold shiver run down her spine , remembering the figure she had seen hiding in the room earlier .
Though she hadnt seen his face clearly , the memory of his presence still haunted her .
The group walked in silence , their footsteps soft on the dirt path .
As they passed by Rafaels door , Odalys casually kicked a small stone toward it The tour hit the door , making a loud sound in the quiet night .
At that moment , the door seemed to shudder as the protective barrier around it vanished , and with a loud crash , Rafael came stumbling out , blood staining his clothes His face was pale and twisted in pain , his frail body crashing to the ground as he desperately tried to crawl away .
Help me ! Please , help Kalari cried , his voice hoarse and desperate , but his eyes were wild with fear .
He looked as if lar had just barely escaped from something far worse , and when he saw the group standing there , he scrambled towards them like a desperate animal , looping for salvation .
Francis and forllan stepped forward , blocking his path with ease .
Their large figures towered over him , and Rafael suddenly seemed small and helpless in conjun Whats going on ? What happend to you ? Stellan asked , his tone deliberately cold Stellan could see the bloodstains soaking through Rafaels clothes , the mans injuries still raw and untreated .
But despite the evident pain and his bloodard state , there was no mercy in Stellans ryes 6:42 PM c Chapter 182 matter how much Rafael might try to plead .
Stellan wasnt about to feel sorry for him.
The image of Rafael trying to drag Sophia into his room earlier was more than enough proof of his lack of decency .
If they hadnt been surrounded by people , a defenseless girl might have already fallen victim to his twisted intentions .
He didnt deserve sympathy .
He wasnt even human he was a beast .
Im injured : She hurt me ! Rafael struggled to straighten himself , his body trembling with the effort .
His hand shot out , pointing at Freya with a fierce glare in his eyes .
This woman , she stabbed me ! I dont know what she used , but she did it .
Its her shes the one who hurt me ! Freyas heart sank as he pointed at her .
She hadnt even thought hed be the one hiding in the room , but now it made sense .
She felt disgust rise in her chest … To think that this man had been fixated on her her this entire time .
She couldnt believe it .
Youve got to be kidding , Freya said , her voice icy .
Youre accusing me of stabbing you ? Ive been with everyone here all day .
I havent left their side for a moment .
The rest of the group nodded in agreement .
Shes been with us the entire time .
You think she had a chance to stab you ? Odalys added , her voice cool and cutting Rafaels face flushed with frustration , his words failing him as he struggled to come up with a response .
He glanced nervously at the group but couldnt hold Odalys sharp gaze .
Her eyes seemed to pierce through him , her presence intimidating .
Where exactly did she stab you ? Selah asked coldly .
Rafael hesitated , unable to answer .
His lips trembled but he was silent , his earlier bravado evaporating under their scrutiny .
Never mind , we dont want to cause any more trouble with the villagers , Odalys muttered , her tone low and resigned .
If the cameraman hadnt been there , wed be drowning in accusations .
Itd be impossible to clear our names , no matter how hard we tried Odalys stretched lazily and took a step forward , glancing back with a smile .
Lets go for a walk , then well head back and get some rest .
Rafaels heart raced when he saw her move .
No ! You cant leave ! he shouted , rushing forward in desperation .
gaze shifted to He planted himself in front of Odalys , his face ashen , his eyes wide with fear and fury .
He glared at her for a moment , then his gaz Freya lis ber Shars the one who stabbed me in your room ! The words landed like a slap , and for a moment , the entire room went s silent .
Everyone stared at him , eyes filled with suspicion and contempt Odalys didnt flinch .
She raised an eyebrow and gave a slurp , mocking laugh .
Oh really ? Then how about you explain why you were in our room ini the first place ! Weve had no dealings with you what exactly were you doing hiding in there ? She stepped closer , her voice cold and biting .
And even if we take your ridiculous story at face value if you were hiding in our room and she found you , its called self defense .
Do you have a problem with that ! Katarls heart sank as the words cut through him .
He vaguely felt like far har stepped into a trap .
They hadnt said anything yet , but they had already convicted him .
But the pain in his body made him lose his composure .
He knew the 2/3 that if the bleeding didnt stop soon , he would die and he didnt want to die .