Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

Chapter 729: I think now I understand

[PRESENT TIME]

Another deep exhale escaped Atlas as he tilted his head back, eyes closed. After a while, his body stabilized, and his tremors subsided. Snapping his eyes open,

he focused on the bed, running his tongue along his inner cheek.

"He's safe now," he murmured to himself, nodding. "For now... you're safe."

A sense of relief swelled in his chest, knowing this would resolve many issues. It would clear Allen's name and restore his reputation. However, Atlas was aware that this was far from over. Even if Sven was arrested, it would completely affect the already fragile dynamic of the entire Bennet family.

"It doesn't matter," he whispered, pushing himself up as he regained the strength to stand. He approached the bed, standing beside it with his eyes fixed on Allen.

The corner of his mouth lifted slightly in relief as he patted Allen's shoulder gently. "Don't worry anymore," he said. "I've always known you would never stab me in the back. I'll make him pay for what he's done."

The question of why Allen was back in the office that night still lingered in Atlas's mind, but it didn't matter anymore. Whatever had compelled him to return to the office was irrelevant now. What mattered was that Allen had gone back and likely encountered Sven that night.

This was the only conclusion Atlas could draw.

As Atlas withdrew his hand, he heard the door behind him open. Turning, he saw

a young woman—about his age-with an expression of shock. By her mismatched slippers, it was clear she had rushed here after hearing what had happened.

"Sir Atlas!" she exclaimed, hurrying inside to check on Allen before looking up at Atlas. "Is he is he okay?"

managed a faint smile and nodded. "He is

hunched over, clutching the side of the

and welled with tears as she gazed at her lover, still

watched her, noting that she had been by Allen's side through it all. However, she couldn't stay day and night because she had work. Tonight was the first time she had planned to rest at home after taking care of Allen. After Atlas reassured her that Allen was fine and secure, he understood how

on her face. "Is it true

his lips into a thin line and nodded. "He's in the station. He won't be able to harm him

"Are you sure?"

"Yes."

she clasped Allen's hand. "I'm sorry," she cried through

heart out, blaming herself for everything. While her feelings of guilt were understandable, it was painful to see her

unfold, Atlas recalled how Allen used to brag about his girlfriend. Of course, he never did so in

had recommended that restaurant for Allen and his long-

why Allen had returned to the office that night. All she had told Atlas initially was that Allen called and suggested they eat together. He was supposed to be going to her place

for now," Atlas remarked quietly, stepping away to give them some privacy. But just as he reached the door, he paused when the woman

she watched him glance back at her. "Thank you for believing in Allen. I know him, and I knew he wouldn't do that.

giving his work more importance and time than his girlfriend. I thought would never understand, but now. I think I finally do understand why he's

squarely and offered a

do for me if the roles were reversed,"

that, Atlas resumed his steps and left the ward. As he closed the door, he saw her clutching Allen's hand, continuing to cry with worry. Another sigh escaped Atlas

reopened them, he turned to walk away to deal with whatever he had

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[Old Bennet Residence]

"It's not-ahh!" Stephen Bennet

side of his head as a cane struck him from the side. Despite the blows, he still had the energ to rub his hands together, begging Chairman