Betrayed, Yet Bound To The Billionaire by Grace Madeline

Chapter 426 Who gave you the illusion that you actually have any power ? If it werent for the Lark familly , youd be nothing .

A fraud , and yet here you are , acting all arrogant Odalys sneered , her voice cold and merciless Finnians eyes rolled back , his breath coming in labored gasps .

It was only now that he realized Odalys wasnt just threatening him she truly intended to kill him .

Memories flooded his mind of the past when Odalys had been the obedient , submissive woman in his grasp , a toy he could control and manipulate .

When had he begun to look down on her ? When had he decided to team up with Sophia to toy with her ! The images tormented him , and he struggled in desperation A guttural scream escaped his throat as Odalyss fist slammed into his chest , and blood began to pour from the corner of his mouth .

His eyes widened in shock .

The sound echoed through the room as Odalys swung him with ease , throwing him to the ground .

He crashed roughly , flying a good 15 feet , and when he landed , his arm snapped under the force , the sickening crack of bone resounding in the air .

Pain shot through him , and he cradled his broken arm , unable to rise .

As Odalyss footstep echoed closer , a sense of true terror gripped him .

He scrambled backward , his eyes frantic , his lips trembling as blood dripped from his mouth , staining the smooth floor beneath him .

Your mother pretended to be pregnant with the Lark familys child and raised you for all these years , only to return you to them .

But you were never really born of them , were you ! After all , Orsons father was drugged , wasnt her Odalyss voice was sharp as a blade .

How did you become the Lark familys allegitimate child , and did your mother never tell you the truth ? Odalyss words were a bitter sting .

Finnian stared at her , caught off guard , unable to comprehend Why do you think you and Sophia click so easily ? Why is it that youre bound to her fate , that she controls you with her Love Spell and feeds off your luck , causing you to spiral into misfortune ? Havent you ever wondered why , out of all the people in the world , she specifically targeted you ? Odalyss voice was chilling as she pressed forward , each word a cold accusation .

Finnian was frozen , lost in confusion .

These were things he had never considered , never dared to think about .

Why is Windsor involving you again ? Bringing you to the hospital to threaten Sophia ! Why does everything in your life seem to be tangled with hers ? Odalys continued , her eyes never leaving him .

Finnian had no answers .

He was trapped in a web of confusion and fear .

Till show you something , Odalys said with an almost casual tone .

She reached forward , her fingers brushing against Finnians eyelids , pressing lightly on his wrist .

See this ? Odalyss voice dropped to a whisper .

A death line , bound to your wrist .

The other end Its tied to Sophia .

You and she are intertwined , bound to each others fate .

The worse you fare , the better she does .

Shes been stealing your luck , sucking the life out of you .

Before the cast her Love Spell on you , your luck and hers were both flourishing .

But once she started draining your energy , your life began to go downhill , Odalys explained , her voice calm but chilling Finnians body trembled as he tried to shake the invisible line from his wrist .

No matter what he did , it wouldnt break free .

Desperation clawed at him as he reached for it , but his hand could never touch the line , never sever its hold What … what is this death liner Finians voice shook with fear .

The terror in his voice only deepened as Odalyss words came crashing down on him .

You were raised to provide her with luck , to feed her energy , and that death line only affects you .

But theres a way to fight back .

If you can steal her luck , the death line will turn back on her .

Only then will you be saved ; Odalys explained , her voice strangely gentle despite the deadly nature of her words .

Finians eyes flickered with something akin to hope , as if a sliver of light had pierced through his despair .

I can still be saved ? How do I steal her luck back ? His voice trembled with excitement , his broken body still reeling from the pain .

1/2 Chapter 426 Odalys remained silent , turning away without another word .

Wait Finnan shouted , scrambling to his feet despite the agony in his arm .

Odalys , you havent told me how to steal her luck back ! How do I turn this death line against her ? But Odalys had already walked away , her footsteps echoing coldly down the hallway .

He tried to chase after her , but his injury was too severe .

With a sickening thaid , he collapsed again , his body unable to keep up with his frantic desperation .

Odalys didnt look back as she left .

As she rounded the corner , she saw Orson leaning against the wall , his posture relaxed but his eyes sharp with attention He had just finished a call with the Lark family .

Their people had already begun moving , and they had quickly pinpointed Orsons location .

He had been on his way to meet Odalys when their paths had crossed .

Is what you said true ? Orson asked his voice a mix of disbelief and curiosity .

The concept of a death line was new to him .

Half true .

half false , Odalys replied cryptically .

Finnians mother is probably connected to the Bennett family .

You should have someone keep an eye on her see if she makes contact with anyone from the Bennett family She paused , a hint of intrigue in her voice .

The Bennett familys waters run deep .

Even Edie had to marry Henry in a flash just to get close them Her words carried an unspoken warning sometimes the most insignificant places could hide the greatest dangers .

What about Finnian ! n ! Orson asked , his tone uncertain .

Should I have him killed or locked up ? to Odalyss gaze was unwavering .

No.

What I said to him earlier is enough to stir up the hatred in his heart both toward his mother and Sophia .

What I need from him is that raw , burning hatred , his desire for revenge Her voice was tinged with urgency .

I need to push Sophias hate to the extreme .

Thats my only chance to get the medicine I need .

If I dont take drastic measures , Percival might really die , and I wont allow that Orson nodded , understanding her urgency .

Understood .

Without further w words , Odalys left , and Orson sent his people to track Finnians every move .

Meanwhile , in the hospital , chaos reigned outside the operating roo Toom Hannah sat with a scowl on her face , her gaze fixed on Edie , who was still groggy and disoriented from the ordeal .

Edies body ached , and the images of the horror she had witnessed in the bathroom kept replaying in her mind Hannah , are you sure I only passed out in the bathroom ! I didnt see anything else ? Edie asked , her voice trembling with uncertainty .

If she could , she wouldve preferred to stay silent , but she needed answers .

Once best friends , their relationship had soured after a falling out .

Now , their bond was fractured , neither truly friends nor enemies .

Is that what youre saying Hannah shot back sarcastically .

Are you trying to pin this on me ? Or maybe youre pretending to be pregnant again ? 1 remember when you had that miscarriage guess youll never carry a child again Edies face darkened instantly .

She sat back , closing her eyes slowly , the gruesome image of the bloody bathroom and the hand reaching for her foot haunting her thoughts .