Chapter 221

Stella Reid backed off a little after getting told off but then turned her attention to me, clearly thinking I’d be easier to bully. “Sophie Johnson, don’t get cocky. Evan’s been missing for weeks now. My brother-in-law can apply to have him declared legally dead. Once that happens, everything he owns goes to my brother-in-law.” I stayed quiet, standing next to Henry Smith, head down. My heart sank—Evan had only been missing for a month, and Jason Smith was already jumping at the chance to stake his claim. The rush really chilled me. Henry just gave a faint smile, raised his brows, and said, “Getting a death declaration takes at least two years. The court has to confirm it officially.” “Two years? So what? Waiting’s not a big deal for us.” Stella tossed the line over her shoulder before strutting off like some big shot. Under the curious stares and whispered gossip around us, Henry gently tugged me into his office. He asked his assistant to bring a towel and an ice pack, then personall