Chapter 213

Henry’s eyes widened in disbelief, unable to comprehend the gravity of the situation. He couldn't believe the Stewart family would actually stand up for Odalys.

"You think Mr. Stewart shouldn't stand up for his wife just because you mistreated Mrs. Stewart? And tell me, had you a clear conscience, would you have done such despicable things?" Dorian's chest puffed with anger.

The thought that Odalys had indirectly saved his life by curing his kidney stones with just a few doses of medicine made him even more furious. He had almost died; he was old enough to know the danger they posed. As he thought of this, Dorian’s expression grew colder.

"Percival would never stand up for her. Odalys is a fake—our real daughter is Sophia," Henry blurted out.

He had hoped Sophia could replace Mrs. Stewart. He never imagined the Stewart family would go to such lengths for a woman they perceived as marrying for a "happy boost." If they had truly noticed Odalys, they would have been overjoyed. But they had made a grave mistake—they shouldn't have allowed Odalys to replace her.

"If anyone's forcing us, it's Odalys. She pushed us into having her replace Sophia in the marriage. Sophia should have been the one to marry into the Stewart family. She is the true Mrs. Stewart," Hannah immediately added, echoing her son's sentiment.

Caspian, however, remained silent, reeling from the weight of Dorian's ominous words, especially the chilling implication of "death" that hung in the air. He recalled being injured outside the hospital—assaulted by a man, bitten by a dog, and receiving over three hundred stitches. No one, not even the police, had investigated.

Now, hearing Dorian's words, he understood. The man who attacked him had been Percival.

No one could replace Odalys in the Stewart family, no matter how hard they tried. This meant the Stewarts acknowledged Odalys and stood firmly by her. Whatever happened with the Bennetts was their problem, and they were ready to deal with the consequences.

Caspian's heart sank. He dared not speak, fearing for his life.

"Dorian, I admit I treated Odalys poorly. I've had time to reflect," Caspian suddenly spoke, his voice strained with pain. He pushed himself off the bed and, with a loud thud, dropped to his knees, bowing deeply. "I owe her an apology. Please tell her it was all my fault, that I shouldn't have bullied her. If the Stewart family wants to settle the score with me, take my life. I deserve it."

Henry and Hannah watched in shock as Caspian continued, "I hold 20% of the Bennett Group's shares. I'll give them all to Odalys as an apology."

The words hit Henry and Hannah like a thunderclap.

"Fine. Let's see if you'll live up to your word," Dorian said with a satisfied nod. He glanced at Henry and Hannah, then flung a pile of photos back onto the table. "If you can't see the truth, keep staring. Don't die thinking you're innocent."

With a loud bang, Dorian slammed the car door shut as he left. Outside, he immediately pulled out his phone and, looking at the number, said in a low voice, "Evander, did you hear all of that?"

"I heard," came Evander's calm response. Though his leg had healed, he remained in a wheelchair to avoid suspicion. He was furious, however. How could someone else stand up for Odalys when he should have been the first? That thought gnawed at him, but he tried to ignore it.

"Good work," Evander said, a slight smile curving his lips. He remembered something else. "The one who said he'd give his shares to Odalys—get a lawyer over there and finalize it."

Chapter 213 (continued)

"The Bennett Group's collapse doesn't matter. What's hers is hers. Make sure she gets it all," Evander commanded.

"Understood. I'll call the lawyer right away," Dorian replied.

Inside the VIP room, Henry and Hannah remained dazed.

"Caspian, have you lost your mind?" Henry was furious. "What are you talking about? You're giving your shares to Odalys? Are you out of your mind! After everything we've done to push Sophia into the Stewart family, you're just giving away everything?"

Caspian gritted his teeth. "I was just talking. The Stewart family might not even want them."

"Take a look at my wounds—over 300 stitches. Do you know who did this to me? Who hit me outside the hospital? Who let a dog maul me! All of this—the Bennett Group, the pressure we're under—it's all the Stewart family. Haven't you figured it out yet? It's because Odalys has been accepted by the Stewart family, and we've crossed her. The Stewart family is settling scores now. I'm just trying to show loyalty. Do you really think the Stewart family cares about these shares? I think survival is more important. If you keep opposing them, then this is what awaits you. You'll end up just like me," Caspian said, lying back down on his bed, exhaustion and dread weighing him down.

Before anyone could react, Dorian stormed back into the room.

"Give him the contract," Dorian ordered the lawyer. He pointed at Caspian, and under the stunned gazes of everyone, the lawyer stepped forward, starting a video recording. "Mr. Bennett, do you voluntarily give away all your shares in the Bennett Group to Miss Stone?"

Caspian was paralyzed with shock. He had thought they wouldn't accept his offer.

"You own 20% of the Bennett Group, and also shares in a studio. Do you wish to give those as well?" the lawyer asked, handing him the contract.

Caspian stared at the papers, feeling as if they were crushing him. His hands trembled. He wanted to say he was joking, but when he saw Dorian, the lawyer, and the bodyguards, his lips moved, but no words came out.

The lawyer, seeing his hesitation, quickly placed a pen in his hand. "Just sign here."

Caspian gripped the pen but remained silent, his eyes filled with helplessness.