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

wasn’t truly angry, she said, “Given how well I performed today, Mr.

“Go ahead.”

my Uncle Perry actually lost to your casino? And why

mistakenly blamed James for their downfall. Now, it seemed, the bankruptcy and downfall of the Russell family in her

money to Minton International. How could I possibly remember exactly how much the

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

Odie closely, hoping to catch

regulations. Devonport has indeed been

clear Odie was deliberately lying.

than focusing on their Summerfield casino, Minton International had specifically

was the Minton family’s calculated move

never mind. I didn’t expect you to tell

up, nonchalantly looking down at her dress, and said, “Should I take

momentarily confused by

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

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