Chapter 80

Caspian carried Sophia to the bed.

"You came to the hospital to anger Sophia and Mother. Why are you doing this?" Caspian gritted his teeth, glaring at Odalys.

Odalys chuckled, remaining silent. She produced her phone, displaying a video she'd just recorded. Caspian watched as Henry exited the room before pressing play. The video showed Sophia's erratic behavior: calling beggars, touching herself, and her words after rushing into the bathroom.

Henry asked hoarsely, "This is impossible. You must have framed her. You're trying to ruin her reputation, aren't you?"

"You were afraid that after the contract expired and you left Bennett Group, no one would work with you. That's why you framed her, using her to boost your popularity. You behaved the same way on the variety show. You've harmed the Bennett family greatly. When will you be satisfied!"

He couldn't believe his sister would do this to attract attention.

"You have two choices: buy this video, or I expose it and generate publicity for the Bennett family," Odalys said quietly.

Henry frowned.

"So you didn't come to visit Mother, but to anger her? This is blackmail!" Caspian exclaimed angrily.

Odalys pocketed her phone and shook her head. "Mr. Bennett, you're wrong. She's your mother! Your name is Bennett; mine is Stone. We're not family. Why should I comfort you? Besides, Ms. Bennett insulted me and threatened me. If I give this video to the police, they'll seek justice for me. How about this? I'll call the police, and you can wait for them to resolve this."

This enraged them, but they were speechless.

"Odalys, how did you become like this? You'll do anything for money! You're shameless!" Henry stared, barely recognizing her. He couldn't believe the once-obedient Odalys had become this.

Freya interjected, "No, you're the ones trying to harm us! Since you won't buy the video, let's see what happens. Didn't she call beggars? We'll go to the police station when they arrive. I have plenty of time. Sophia's on a variety show in three days. After this is exposed, the show's popularity will explode, and she'll become the most infamous celebrity online."

This silenced Henry and Caspian.

Hannah raised her head, shouting, "Odalys, if you take the money, I'll disown you!"

Odalys sighed, "Mrs. Bennett, this is what you get for gossiping. If your mouth stays crooked, it won't be easy to treat." She was clearly pouring gasoline on the fire.

Selah pulled Odalys. "Since they aren't paying, let's go! A friend of mine, a reporter from an entertainment company, invited me to dinner." She winked at Odalys. Lowering her voice, she added, "A friend of mine is a reporter from an entertainment company, and they asked her out for supper."

"What are we waiting for? Let's go!" Freya smiled, pulling Odalys away.

Henry rushed to stop them. Clenching his fists, he asked coldly, "How much do you want?" He glared at Odalys as if she were his enemy.

"1.5 million dollars," Odalys stated, extending her hand.

Henry's eyes widened. "1.5 million? Are you crazy? I'll give you 15,000 dollars, maximum."

Odalys shook her head. "I hear you like Sophia. I didn't expect she's only worth 15,000 to you. A pity. I'm not selling the video. Keep the money for your mother's treatment. It's a shame if her mouth stays crooked."

Freya laughed as the three walked past Henry.

Henry stared intensely at Odalys's retreating figure. "Henry, she's really going to do this. If this video leaks, Sophia's life is ruined. If we clear her name, she'll earn more than 1.5 million making films," Caspian worried.

Henry weighed his options. "1.5 million it is."

Odalys turned back, smiling. "Please specify this is a consented gift when transferring the money."

Henry felt a chill. He'd planned to sue her for fraud after transferring the money, but she anticipated this.

Odalys whispered, "Trying to get the money back? Meaningless, Mr. Bennett. Who would do business with you after this?" She added, "I hear Bennett Group is failing. Is it because of your unscrupulous dealings?"

Henry had used such methods, and he didn't understand why Bennett Group was targeted. He suspected the Stewart family, then those he'd wronged.

He transferred the money. "Delete the video now," he demanded.

Odalys made an OK gesture, permanently deleting it. "I deleted it. But if there are security cameras in the ward and the video leaks, it's not my fault," she said, leaving.

Henry and Caspian watched her elegant exit, hearing her whistle. Then, they saw beggars approaching.

"Sophia really called them? Impossible! She must have been manipulated by Odalys. Sophia's always been kind," Caspian whispered. He was overwhelmed.

"Get rid of them," Henry snapped, furious at losing 1.5 million so easily, and Odalys's outmaneuvering him.

"Let me handle it," Caspian said, starting forward.

But the beggars surged into the ward, pushing Caspian aside. Their ragged clothes and hungry eyes fixed on the women inside.