Chapter 718

Odie pushed Sophie into the bedroom with a strong nudge. Sophie stumbled a few steps, almost losing her balance. She looked at Odie with feigned annoyance and asked, “Mr. Odie, was that really necessary?”

Not a word was spoken the whole way home, but as soon as they returned to the Minton estate, Odie’s true colors showed.

With a grimace, he coldly said, “If it weren’t for the fact that you’re somewhat useful to me, you would have been gone long ago!”

“I know. How else would I dare to be so bold in front of you?”

Sophie made herself comfortable on the sofa, even taking the liberty of pouring herself a glass of red wine as if it were second nature.

Seeing Sophie so relaxed, Odie couldn’t help but chuckle. “You really don’t hold back, do you?”

“I played the piano today until my fingers nearly gave out. A sip of your wine is the least I deserve, Mr. Odie. Don’t be so petty.”

her wine while carefully observing Odie’s expression.

that Odie wasn’t truly angry, she said, “Given how well I performed today, Mr. Odie, could you perhaps

“Go ahead.”

the years, how much money had my Uncle Perry actually lost to your

but she had mistakenly blamed James for their downfall. Now, it seemed,

business is extensive. The Russell family wasn’t the only family to lose money to Minton International. How could I possibly

has dominated Summerfield for so long, so why set your sights on Devonport? Is there, perhaps,

observed Odie closely, hoping to catch a slip in his

operations of Minton Casino follow strict rules and regulations. Devonport

clear Odie was deliberately

specifically targeted Devonport and Perry,

her previous life was

you don’t know, then never mind. I didn’t expect you to tell me the

and said, “Should I take off this dress and wash it thoroughly

confused by Sophie’s words.

Ms. Leticia, doesn’t it? It’s improper for an outsider like me to wear it. It would be

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