Chapter 21

At Sylvia’s residence, after Isabel had been taken away, Sylvia had just been sitting in a chair and zoning out. She formulated countless plans to take Isabel back, but none of them were viable. It was not so much about her lack of strength, but Odell was just that much more powerful. Ever since his victory over his stepmother a few years ago, he had taken full control of the Carter Corporation and had since expanded its influence rapidly. In recent years, the corporation had surpassed all other competitors and cemented its place as the kingpin in Westchester City. He was as powerful as they came. It was clear that confronting him head-on would not work, but underhanded methods were not viable either. It was already past ten at night by the time she composed herself. Knowing her daughter’s temper, she figured Isabel was still awake by this time. Since Isabel did not get to bring her phone, Sylvia used hers to call Liam. The call was answered within several rings. Is