Chapter 370 Demonic essence
Graham, as Daniel Bell's bodyguard, had been with him for over five years.
Just a few days ago, Graham was merely a novice Soulmancer, but now he had inherited the power of an ancient demonic race.
In just three days, he had mastered a portion of the dark energy.
"Daniel Bell, I've been risking my life for you for five years, and yet I'm still not as good as a pretty boy?" Graham stood 30 feet outside the kitchen, sneering coldly, "Then, how about you all die here! Bella, today you will be mine! Not even Jesus can stop me!"
"Heh heh! Graham, our Bell family is no ordinary rich family. If Daniel Bell and his family die mysteriously, the 13th Bureau will definitely intervene."
As Graham was about to act, a young man appeared behind him like a ghost.
"Keith?" Graham turned his head and stared at the young man, his pupils constricting.
Keith Bell was Daniel's grandson, his father being Daniel's second son. Previously considered a wastrel, he was never taken seriously by Daniel. But now, everything had changed. Keith had offered his soul to the demons, receiving rewards for each person he killed. The rewards were even greater if he killed a close relative, significantly boosting his strength.
During this time, he had done something horrific: seducing women, having relations with them, and then murdering them.
By doing so, the women were considered to have had an intimate relationship with him, leading to even greater rewards.
In just ten days, his power had increased dramatically. His ambition grew; killing those women was nothing.
If he could kill the entire Bell family, wouldn't he become a god?
"Graham, how about you follow me from now on? I guarantee all my sisters will be yours." Keith had once tried to kill Daniel Bell but was stopped by Graham.
He knew Graham was powerful, and winning him over could be beneficial.
"Hmph!" Graham sneered, "I can help you become the head of the Bell family, but I want half of the Bell family's wealth!"
"I don't dare to kill them, and neither do you!" Graham said with narrowed eyes. "My mind control can take over all the Bells. We'll make Daniel hand over control of the family to you, and even the 13th Bureau won't suspect a thing."
"Half the wealth!" Keith licked his lips and laughed wickedly, "You're quite greedy, but it's not unacceptable! Deal!"
Graham paused and said, "Also, that William must die! I can't stand the sight of him!"
For some reason, many "Chosen Ones" harbored an inherent hostility towards William.
"Exactly, we think alike," Keith laughed, "I also find William annoying! It would be good to get rid of him on the fly!"
"Wait, I'll grab a bottle of wine, you bring it in." A sinister glint flashed in Graham's eyes, then he led Keith towards his quarters.
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Bella also quickly dealt with Wyatt's suicide and returned soon after.
Naturally, her mood couldn't improve after such an incident.
"Bell, sit down and eat," Daniel said, seemingly unaffected.
The meal prepared by William was enough to make him forget all the unpleasantness.
"Oh!" Bella also composed herself, though she couldn't believe Wyatt would commit suicide.
Such a sunny and handsome young man, who just half an hour ago was driving her around, now lies dead just like that.
It was hard for anyone to accept.
"Grandfather, a friend previously gave me a bottle of Romani Conti. We have guests today, why not try it?" At that moment, Keith also walked in, smiling at William upon seeing him.
Daniel glanced at the red wine brought by Keith, and although unexpected, he was very pleased.
Usually, this kid was reckless and always causing trouble. Today, with William's visit, he actually brought out such an expensive wine, which was commendable.
However, he wasn't sure if William liked red wine, so he sneakily glanced at William and introduced, "Mr. Johnson, this is my grandson Keith."
Unable to call him 'master', he could only address William as Mr. Johnson.
Bella and Maria were slightly startled.
Mr. Johnson?!
With Daniel Bell's status and position, using such a formal title for William undoubtedly showed immense respect.
Logically speaking, regardless of William's identity, it was already quite gracious of Daniel Bell to call him William.
Keith's eyebrows also twitched slightly.
He, too, was curious about who William really was.
But when he sized up William, he realized that he was just a novice Soulmancer and secretly laughed to himself.
Was it really necessary to mix demonic essence into the wine to kill such trash?
It was only to avoid attracting the attention of the 13th Bureau, otherwise…
"Have a drink," said William, who didn't make a fuss about refusing. His tone... as if he was the host.
"Then I will," Daniel hadn't been this happy in many years, drinking with William!
It was something he never dared to dream of before.
Keith personally decanted the wine and then poured a glass for each of them.
Graham quietly observed everything from outside the room, ready to use his demonic magic.
The demonic essence mixed into the wine was known as "Mind Poison." Those affected by this demonic magic would feel extreme anxiety, a strange taste in their mouth, blurred consciousness, irritability, hallucinations of demons, and hear the voices of evil spirits. They might feel as if they had committed a grave sin or encountered a terrible enemy, eventually leading to suicidal thoughts.
Graham and Keith, both wanting to eliminate William, naturally chose a lethal form of demonic magic.
With Graham present, Keith decided to spare Daniel and Bella for the time being, as he would receive rewards only if he personally killed them.
"Mr. Johnson, I toast to you!" Daniel raised his glass to toast with William.
This was a family dinner, and Daniel, knowing his time was limited, hoped his attitude towards William would provoke deep thoughts in Bella and Keith.
As long as they respected William more in the future, their lives would not face any problems.
William also raised his glass and drank with Daniel.
Demonic essence...
The taste wasn't bad.
Seeing William drink his glass, Keith's lips curled into a smug smile.
William glanced at Keith, deciding not to let Daniel experience the pain of losing a grandson.
At the table, Daniel's face glowed with happiness, tasting William's Sole Piccata and smiling even more.
The meal was quickly finished, plates clean with not a single grain of rice left.
Daniel, now wealthy, would never forget the days of hunger and disaster from his childhood, so he never wasted food, not even a small piece of bread.
Bella and Keith also did not waste any food.
"William, this restaurant will definitely be popular. How much funding is needed?" Bella, a smart person, understood from her grandfather's attitude that this was more than just a partnership with William, and it wasn't just about the taste of the food.
Even if William asked her to partner in a recycling business, she would never refuse.
"Discuss the details with Maria," William smiled, "I'm only providing cooking methods, a technical investment, so I can take a smaller share."
Keith, listening on the side, sneered secretly, thinking of a technical investment? You might as well partner with the ruler of the underworld!
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