Chapter 39: I'm Wealthy

Lily Turner raised her weary eyes, trying to catch a glimpse of Henry Carson's retreating figure. "I... heard everything," she admitted in a faint whisper. Henry Carson, without turning, replied icily, "There are things best left unsaid, especially around Sophie. I hope you've learned your lesson." Feeling defeated, Lily murmured, "Understood." Having been abused by Gavin Smith and now confronted with Henry's true identity, the reality of Henry belonging to the renowned Carson lineage left her shell-shocked. "Get her out of here," Henry ordered, nodding towards Lily as he addressed Zane Lee in the living room. By the time Henry reached the entrance, the police had already taken Gavin Smith away. Sophie rushed toward him, concern evident in her eyes. "Are you okay?" she asked breathlessly. "I'm fine," Henry reassured her, seeing her visibly stressed face. Sophie paused for a moment, fighting back tears, before asking curiously, "How did you subdue Gavin?" Henry smirked, "A little