Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 718

"Get in!"

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."

Sophie sipped her wine while carefully observing Odie's expression.

Sensing that Odie wasn't truly angry, she said, "Given how well I performed today, Mr. Odie, could you perhaps answer a question for me?"

"Go ahead."

"Over the years, how much money had my Uncle Perry actually lost to your casino? And why did you target him?"

Perry had squandered the family fortune in her past life, but she had mistakenly blamed James for their downfall. Now, it seemed, the bankruptcy and downfall of the Russell family in her previous life were intricately tied to the Mintons.

"The Minton family business is extensive. The Russell family wasn't the only family to lose money to Minton International. How could I possibly remember exactly how much the Russell family lost to us?"

"While many have gambled away their fortunes, Mr. Odie, can you honestly say that you didn't specifically target him? Minton International has dominated Summerfield for so long, so why set your sights on Devonport? Is there, perhaps, some secret there that the public isn't aware of?"