Chapter 800: Chapter 800 A Difficult Incorrect Route
Several stunning women dressed in cheongsams leaned close, whispering sweetly in my ear.
Their alluring breath saturated the entire room.
My body trembled slightly, and the women stumbled back a few paces.
"Lord Eve, this isn’t necessary. Have them leave first," I said with no expression.
Aiden Eve looked puzzled, "What’s wrong, don’t you enjoy it, Mr. Raymond? Should I bring in a different group?"
"That’s not needed." I walked directly to the table and took a seat.
Seeing this, Aiden Eve chose not to push the matter further.
He filled a wine glass for me and chuckled, "Mr. Raymond, we clashed before we knew each other properly. Here’s to you. I hope we can be friends moving forward!"
I lifted the wine glass and drained it completely.
After the drink, Aiden Eve asked eagerly, "Mr. Raymond, did you bring the ring?"
"Naturally," I replied with a smile.
Aiden Eve, barely containing his excitement, said, "Mr. Raymond, that ring means a great deal to me. If it’s possible, please give it back to me now."
I grinned, "What mystery does this ring contain? Why is Lord Eve so on edge?"
Aiden Eve let out a fake sigh, "There’s no mystery to this ring. It’s simply a love token between my wife and myself, so I cannot afford to lose it."
I responded with surprise, "I never knew Lord Eve was so romantic."
"Mr. Raymond is teasing me. So, what do you think..." Aiden Eve rubbed his palms together, appearing somewhat restless.
I pulled out the embroidered box from my pocket.
I passed the box to Aiden Eve and said, "The ring is inside this box. Take it."
Aiden Eve grabbed the box quickly and opened it.
Upon seeing the ring inside, Aiden Eve breathed a sigh of relief.
"Lord Eve, is everything okay?" I smiled.
Aiden Eve smirked, "Everything’s fine, but Mr. Raymond, I’m afraid you’re facing some problems."
I set down my chopsticks and raised my eyebrows, "What are you getting at, Lord Eve?"
Before Aiden Eve could respond, Vivi Eve from the side slammed the table and jumped up furiously!
He aimed his finger at my nose and declared, "Mason Raymond! You actually believe we want to befriend you? Look at yourself! You’re not worth it!"
"You attacked me and stole our belongings. You think this ends here!"
My eyes became slits, and I stared coldly at Aiden Eve, "Is this Lord Eve’s sentiment as well?"
Rather than answering directly, Aiden Eve smiled faintly, "Mason Raymond, give back my magical artifact, and I might let you live."
I couldn’t help but laugh out loud, "As expected, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree."
Aiden Eve sneered, "What good are these words now? Just hand over the magical artifact. At least you’ll endure less physical suffering."
"Just you two?" I said coldly.
Aiden Eve showed no concern, clapped his hands, and immediately, several Marquis emerged.
They wielded the magical artifacts of the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets, appearing remarkably intimidating.
"Even with their help, you won’t win." I shook my head.
Aiden Eve said casually, "Mason Raymond, I understand your foundation is quite strong, but would I confront you without thorough preparation?"
From the side, Vivi Eve laughed heartily, "Mason Raymond! The wine you just consumed was laced with poison! If I’m right, your internal strength should be depleted by now!"
I stayed quiet, gazing at the wine before me and letting out a soft sigh.
"Should I call you stupid or smart?" I shook my head with resignation.
Aiden Eve scowled, "What are you implying?"
I gradually rose and said, "If you had been straightforward, I would have gladly returned the ring. After all, I took it, but you selected a difficult and incorrect route."
Aiden Eve scoffed, "So what, the ring is mine now!"
I sneered, "You’ve prepared well, but don’t you think I’ve prepared too?"
"Open the embroidered box and look, is that actually your ring?"
Hearing this, Aiden Eve’s expression shifted dramatically!
He quickly opened the embroidered box and examined it carefully!
At that moment, he discovered that the ring was indeed counterfeit! A flawless replica!
"You... you dare to trick me?!" Aiden Eve raged!
I sneered, "I predicted that your eagerness would impair your judgment, that you wouldn’t examine the ring thoroughly. Sure enough, it happened exactly as I expected."
Aiden Eve clenched his teeth, "Give back the ring, or I’ll end you!"
I sighed once more.
"Lord Eve, it appears your mind doesn’t function very well," I sneered.
I lifted the wine glass in front of me and laughed coldly, "You believe I wouldn’t notice the poison you provided to the elder of the Divine Alchemist Pavilion?"
As I spoke, I opened my mouth and expelled all the wine!
Aiden Eve’s face changed once more! He ground his teeth, and for a moment, different emotions crossed his features.
After some time, Aiden Eve suddenly burst into laughter, "Mason Raymond, I was merely joking with you! Why take it so seriously? Sit down right away!"
I sneered, "See, I warned you your brain isn’t sharp. You’re acting foolish again."
"You!" Aiden Eve’s face became extremely dark.
He said icily, "Mason Raymond, you better surrender that ring, or I won’t spare you!"
My face turned frigid as well.
"Lord Eve, it seems I’ve recently developed an illness," I said coldly.
"I don’t understand what’s happening, but I can’t control the killing intent in my heart. I especially want to murder people..."
Before my words finished, I suddenly lunged forward and seized the head of a Marquis, crushing it instantly!
Such velocity was shocking!
Even Aiden Eve was stunned!
"Aiden Eve, thank you for the magical artifacts you’ve provided me, as well as... the golden core!"
