Chapter 575

Chapter 575 Odalys looked at him and glanced at his leg , clearly puzzled by what he had said .

ou sure ? she asked , her voice tinged with uncertainty Are you Percival caught the doubt in her eyes .

His throat tightened , and his fingers gripped the seatbelt more firmly as though trying to steady himself .

The intensity in his dark gaze seemed to fade gradually .

After a brief pause , he asked .

Does my age bother you ? Odalys didnt respond immediately .

Percival turned to look at her , only to see her leaving the car .

He sat there , watching her jog away , and absentmindedly rubbed his forehead , feeling the weight of the situation It wasnt long before she returned , holding a cup of coffee .

Here you go .

Odalys said , handing it to him while she sipped her smoothie .

Percival stared at the coffee in his hands , his expression conflicted .

He tightened his grip around the cup but didnt drink .

Hold on , what did you say earlier ? Odalys asked , her voice tinged with confusion .

As she exited the car , she heard something about disliking age but didnt quite understand what he meant .

Its nothing .

Percival replied , quickly looking away .

He sipped the coffee , realizing the taste was how he liked it strong and black with just a touch of milk .

The bitterness lingered in his mouth as he stared out the window , lost in thought .

He rarely sat in the passenger seat , but now , with Odalys behind the wheel , he couldnt help but watch her as she drove .

His emotions stirred as he observed her focused expression in the rearview mirror .

Percival thought .

Tve always been confident , but I feel more cautious around her , afraid that one wrong move might make her want to leave .

If she decides to go .

I wont stop her By the way , Odalys suddenly spoke , breaking his thoughts .

This morning Celeste brought me a piece of rare emerald from Oswald .

I felt a strange connection when I held it like memories from a past life .

But then it stopped , and Im not sure what happened .

Odalys thought , I had meant to tell him about this , but in all the chaos , I completely forgot until now .

Percival glanced up at her , his lashes fluttering slightly , but he remained silent .

Odalys sensed the shift in Percivals mood and said nothing more .

She glanced at him occasionally as she drove , noticing he seemed lost in thought .

She stepped out when the car stopped in front of Stewart Villa , but Percival remained silent .

Ill have a couple of bodyguards follow you , he said as he walked toward the villa .

You may be capable , but youre not familiar with nightclubs .

Its reassuring to know you have someone with you .

Odalys quickly jogged up to him and grabbed has sleeve .

He stopped , the pain in his leg flaring slightly , but he didnt show it When you were injured , the dried blood you packed away … take it over to Morpheuss place and place it on that patch of earth , she said softly , pointing toward the large tree .

Percival nodded and said , Understood .

He walked forward , his steps large despite the injury , moving with confidence plat masked the pain .

He wasnt one to show weakness .

Percival reached the patch of earth where the blood would be placed and pressed it down firmly .

After standing silently for a while , he finally spoke .

Morpheus , I care about her .

What do you think I should do ? he asked , his voice low as if he were talking to himself .

I know Im much older than her .

The man shed probably prefer at her age isnt someone like me .

If she decides to leave , should I let her go ! Images of her smiling , her joyful expression , filled his mind .

It felt as though she was slipping further away from him Percivals fingers tightened into a fist .

He thought , Odalys is so strong , yet it makes me feel insignificant .

I can easily control everything around me and run a business empire , but I have no control over her Chapter 575 atad When he turned around , he noticed Odalys standing at a distance , playing with her phone , possibly chatting with someone .

He was momentarily surprised , thinking she had already left , but here she was , waiting for him .

Feeling his gaze , Odalys walked toward him quickly and took his arm .

Your leg is still injured ; be careful when walking , she said gently .

If you can handle things from home , dont go out .

If you dont rest properly , youll end up with rheumatism in the future .

She helped him walk toward Stewart Villa , Just then , one of the bodyguards approached quickly , looking pleased Mr.

Stewart , Callum has regained consciousness , the bodyguard reported .

Percivals tense brow relaxed a little at the news .

What about others ? Any sign of improvement ? he asked .

They woke up carlier , Mr.

Stewart .

Their injuries werent as severe as Callums Good .

Let them rest for now .

Give them the day off .

Once theyre fully recovered , send them back to work .

Also , give them an extra injury compensation of 300 thousand dollars each , Percival ordered .

The bodyguard quickly nodded and said , Understood , Ill take care of it immediately so generous .

It was no wonder his employees were so loyal he made sure to take care of Odalys was taken aback .

She hadnt expected him to be so ger them .

Ill check on Callum .

You should get some rest .

Percival said , glancing at Odalys .

Odalys didnt respond immediately ; instead , she guided him toward the rear garden .

When they reached Callums room , Percival knocked softly before entering .

Callum sat on the edge of the bed , looking dazed , not noticing Percivals arrival Callum how are you feeling Percival asked , his voice filled with concern Callums body tensed at Percivals voice and instinctively reached for something under his pillow , his hand searching for a gun .

But as soon as he pulled his hand back , Mr.

Stewart , what are you doing here ? Callum asked , clearly confused .

He thought , Its not like Percival to return at this hour , hes usually busy .

with work .

I wrapped up everything and came to check on you .

How are you holding up ? Percival asked again , his worry apparent .

Odalys stepped aside and poured a glass of water for Callum .

Thank you , Mrs.

Stewart , Callum said as he took the glass .

After sipping from it , he placed the cup on the bedside table and met Percivals gaze .

My injury isnt too bad , but I cant remember how it happened , he confessed .

I do recall we were looking into someone named Simpson , and the more we dug , the more things didnt add up .

All the leads pointed to the Simpson family We also discovered that Franciss ex fiancee and other women with similar stories were all connected to someone named Simpson