Chapter 416
Chapter 416 Henry was writhing in pain , his body feeling like it was falling apan .
His hand instinctively pressed against his stomach , and he looked up at Odalys in disbelief , only to meet her cold , indifferent gare .
I told you before stay out of my way , or Ill kill you .
Im not a Bennett , and I have nothing to do with the Bennett family .
Your mess is your OWEL problem .
It has nothing to do with me Odalys voice was flat , devoid of any hint of sympathy .
Sering Henry kneeling in agony on the ground , she felt nothing but contempt .
Men like him hypocrites she had seen far too many .
Since youre so intent on this , then give me back the necklace .
It was something you gave to Mom before .
Once something is given , its not something you take back .
Odalys said coldly .
Henrys eyes locked onto the necklace around her neck , his gaze intense .
Memories of the past flooded his mind .
He remembered Odalys mentioning that the necklace had been given to her by her master .
It was said to have spiritual energy , something that could keep a person safe .
When she gave it to Hannah , shed told her that it would protect her from harm , and from that moment , everything had seemed to go smoothly for her .
But after Odalys took the necklace back , Hannah had fallen and been crushed by a chandelier , her luck had been in freefall ever since .
Now , Henry couldnt help but fixate on the emerald pendant .
The intricate patterns carved into it sparked a bold thought in his mind .
Perhaps this necklace was indeed something extraordinary otherwise , why would Odalys keep it so close ! With a sneer , Odalys spoke .
You really have no shame .
This necklace was a gift from my master .
Even if I said I gave it to her , its still mine .
Who do you think you are , asking for it back ? Would you even dare to take it if I gave it to you ? Henry, you know , things that dont belong to you taking them could kill you .
So do you dare accept i Her voice was chilling , every word sharp with a dangerous edge .
She stared at him with a gleam of amusement in her eyes , mocking him .
Henry , despite his pain , felt a surge of greed claw at his insides .
He was desperate , his voice tight with urgency .
I want it .
Just give it to me , and I wont bother you again Odalys gave him a cryptic smile , a strange gleam in her eye .
as his eyes followed it hungrily , Slowly , she reached up and unlatched the necklace from around her neck .
She swayed it in front of him , watching as as if it were the most precious thing in the world .
Without a second thought , Henry lunged forward , trying to grab the necklace from her hand .
But before he could touch it , something from above suddenly slithered down the tree .
A small snake , its eyes gleaming with malice , shot toward him , flicking its tongue at him .
Henry froze , his eyes wide in disbelief , his nose twitching with a sharp pain .
He stared at the creature , unable to comprehend what was happening .
The snake was charging at him .
Before he could react , the snake lifted its tail and wham slapped him hard across the face .
Henry screamed in agony , stumbling back and falling to the ground .
The snake landed gracefully , its tail planted firmly on the ground , its head raised , eyes locked on Henry as it flicked its tongue in his direction .
It seemed to be teasing him , as if daring him to make a move .
S snake ? Henry y stammered , his voice cracking in panic .
How how is there a snake !!! The confidence he had earlier vanished in an instant , replaced by pure terror .
He stumbled backward , clutching his nose , feeling the blood trickling from it .
Odalys stood there , arms crossed , watching him with a smirk that made his blood run cold .
In that moment , it dawned on him Odalys had known about the snake .
But how had she known it would be there ! targeting him , not her ? The little creature hissed again , flicking its tongue , clearly preparing to strike again .
And why was the snake Henry , shaking with fear , slowly crawled away .
His face burned with the sting of the snakes tail , the pain far worse than what hed felt when Edies people had attacked him .
That was nothing compared to this .
A a are you keeping this snake as a pet ! he demanded , his voice trembling 1/2 with rage and fear .
Im your brother ! How could you do this to murt 11:45 PM Chapter 416 Are you enjoying watching me suffer like this ? His frustration boiled over , all his plans of emotional manipulation now completely falling apart .
He had thought that by playing the victim , Odalys would soften , but now , she only seemed to be enjoying his misery .
How did you get here ! Odalys stepped forward .
She reached out and flicked the little snake on its forehead .
The moment it was flicked , the snake obediently landed in her palm with a soft plop curling up into a ball and resting there .
I thought you left .
Odalys murmured .
Last night , it had swiftly slithered into the grass , and she thought after its revenge , it would return to the mountain village .
But to her surprise , it reappeared here .
She was shocked when she first saw it ..
The little snake shook its head at her , and Henry stared at the scene in disbelief .
He couldnt believe she was actually talking to a snake .
What more battling was that the snake was lying calmly in her palm without biting her .
Henry clutched his stomach , struggling to get up .
His eyes were locked on Odalys , but he dared not approach her .
His hands clenched into fists , full of hatred and anger .
Whats wrong ? Didnt you want my necklace ? Odalys asked coldly , looking at him .
Seeing the venom in Henrys eyes , she didnt get angry .
Instead , she smiled mockingly .
The Bennett familys tricks were transparent to her now .
She would never fall for them .
And by the way .
Odalys suddenly added , I just texted Edie .
She should be here soon As soon as she mentioned Edie , Henrys expression changed .
The excitement he had felt for Edie earlier was now gone .
Thinking of her aging face , he had been startled awake from a nightmare last night .
He couldnt believe how much older she looked without makeup .
It was terrifying .
You Odaly , are you trying to kill me ? Henry growled , his anger flaring up .
He didnt know if she was serious or not , but a sense of dread began to bubble up inside him .
Edie was a madwoman , so was Odalys , and even Sophia none of these women were normal .
What a damn unlucky situation he was in .
Didnt you bring this upon yourself ? Odalys replied , her voice icy .
I figured you and your wife must be newlyweds , all lovey dovey .
Isnt it for your own good that Ive called her over ? She stepped closer , her eyes glinting .
Otherwise , what were you planning to do , stay here and rage at me ? Trying to morally blackmail me and use me against her ? She chuckled dryly .
Too bad for you .
When you got married , you couldnt even get a proper deal from Percival , and you think you can get anything from me ? The most Ill give you is a slap .
Nothing more .
Her calm demeanor made Henry even more enraged He stood there , his lips moving , but before he could respond , the sound of high heels clicking sharply against the floor behind him made his body freeze .
He looked down at the shadow cast on the ground .
A figure was walking toward him from behind , stopping right next to him.
Damn it , Henry cursed under his breath , his hand trembling involuntarily .
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