Her Rebirth of Retribution

Chapter 262 What A Ridiculous Idea

Hendrick gritted his teeth. Observing Callum's nonchalant and contemptuous expression, he couldn't tell whether Callum was genuinely unafraid or simply putting on an act. However, gambling so much on a single blood test was clearly unwise. Just as he was caught in a state of indecision, one of the parties involved made a belated appearance.

"I was only gone for a short while, and this place has suddenly gone quiet. What's going on?"

Calista and Wanda arrived together. In contrast to Kallum's innate nobility, Calista exuded a feistiness that was cultivated over time. Even when she was smiling, her gaze was so piercing it was impossible to meet.

Upon seeing Calista, a wave of relief washed over Hendrick, who exclaimed aloud, "Calista, you finally showed up. Tell me, are you being held by the Fairchild family against your will?"

Before anyone could react, he seized the initiative and then carefully observed Calista's expression. It wasn't just him; others were doing the same, eager to know if Calista was indeed held captive by Kallum as Hendrick had speculated. "Why would you ask that?"

Much to everyone's disappointment, Calista's reaction was anything but dramatic.

She arched an eyebrow, casting a glance at Kallum. With a grin, she said, "What a ridiculous idea."

"Stop pretending!" Seeing Calista involuntarily looking at Kallum's expression whenever something happened, the wavering Hendrick suddenly became a bit more resolute.

His thoughts regained their order, and he slowly said, "Since you don't understand what I mean, why don't you answer a few questions?"

Hendrick's narrow eyes were fixed on her.

"You've made significant advancements in the research of the K virus, so why haven't you made it public?"

you find out about my achievement? I was planning to make a sensational announcement after defeating the virus. Wasn't the Fairchild family supposed to help me suppress those rumors from Corleon? I

even shot Kallum a reproachful glance, seemingly blaming

him, Kallum smilingly reached out to

I've imprisoned you! They also accused me of manipulating your father. Don't you think these people are

he gave Hendrick a somewhat displeased look. "Didn't you insist on betting? I've already laid out my conditions. Where's your stake? As long as your stake can satisfy me, I'll let

only

Winning the gamble would naturally be great,

to break

Right when he was

Calista suddenly laughed. "Alright, stop

you insist

asing

believe how mischievous you

statement triggered an uproar immediately. Calista

although not noticeably. Quickly, he furrowed his brows. "Why did

arms. Despite standing at a height of one point six eight meters and wearing high heels, Calista appeared surprisingly petite and submissive in Kallum's embrace.

You should rest properly for the sake

a subtle hint of emotion. He cast a profound gaze over Calista's flat

and cautious movements were so convincing that everyone instantly

she

two of them wasn't