Eric hesitated. "But, if we go to war, it will be detrimental to both of our families."However, Andrew waved his hand dismissively. "Do as I instructed!"Eric pursed his lips but didn't hesitate any further.Margot stood at the corner. Having heard everything, she immediately sneered. She hadn't expected this move from Andrew. But what about it?With Benjamin supporting the Lane family, they didn't need to worry about weapons. As for the cursed bugs, she believed Benjamin must have promised benefits to the Lane family. Otherwise, the Lane family wouldn't have dared to confront the Zimmerman family.Well, this was good.This place had been peaceful for too long. It was time to stir things up.…At the square, Adrian stood at the gate with his men. He scanned the vigilant guards inside, and a disdainful smile flashed across his face. "I'll give you ten minutes. Either send Margot out, or we'll tear this place down!"Greed flowed in his eyes. He had long wanted to do this. Onc
"Did you really mean what you said?""Is Margot truly that powerful?""You're not deceiving us, are you?"80 percent of the people on Nammu Bay were compelled to stay. Initially, they wished to return home. However, the elderly and frail were used to feed the cursed bugs, while the strong faced physical punishment. Refusal to yield resulted in torture, and continued resistance led to the use of the most toxic cursed bugs for taming.Cursed bugs could be removed at any time, and it was merely used to keep these people on the island. Once they agreed to stay, the heart-eating bug was implanted in their bodies. It acted up every full moon and required them to take a special potion to alleviate the pain. Otherwise, they would feel as if all the bones in their bodies were being broken and rejoined repeatedly for a week, leading to sudden death.Of course, it was rare for people to survive the week. Initially, some resisted. But none endured for more than three days before surrenderin
Eric stared coldly at Margot, the scars on his face accentuating his fierce expression. "What exactly do you want?" He advanced toward her with each step. The ominous black muzzle of his gun added an intimidating air to him.Margot stared at the gun cautiously. "What's with the questions? Haven't you already figured it out?"Eric stood in front of Margot, his intense gaze boring into her. "Do you intend to destroy Nammu Bay? Why?"This notion had been lingering in his mind. He was uncertain before. However, Margot's recent erratic behavior, seemingly bent on causing chaos, made this thought clearer.He could finally confirm it today after his men rebelled against him.Margot wanted to destroy Nammu Bay and turn this entire island on its head!A wry smile played on Margot's lips. "Didn't Andrew guess it? I'm here for revenge. He killed my mother. Don't tell me you have never heard of this?"A touch of resentment appeared in Margot's beautiful eyes.Of course, all of this was f
At the same time, outside the Zimmerman manor, people from the Zimmerman and Lane families had marched into the manor's courtyard.Adrian shouted, "Hand over Margot!""Hand over Margot!""Hand over Margot!""Hand her over!"Everyone joined in the shouting.Soon, the villa's gates opened, and the crowd saw Eric holding Margot hostage inside.Adrian's face fell. "Eric, I will make you die a miserable death if you harm Margot!"Eric looked at him coldly, "You're a fool!""What did you say?" Adrian didn't expect Eric to insult him, and his expression became unpleasant. "You're about to die, and you're still talking tough. Release her now!"He also raised his gun, aiming it at Eric's head.However, Eric didn't cower back. He met Adrian's gaze. "You're also from Nammu Bay and grew up here. Without Nammu Bay, how are you going to survive outside?"Adrian furrowed his brows. "What are you talking about?"Eric sneered. "Haven't you heard what these people are shouting? They want us
All of a sudden, someone fired a shot. It hit Eric's arm!Eric grunted in pain, and the hand holding the gun trembled.Margot seized the opportunity and pushed Eric away before she ran toward the crowd."Protect me, and I will help you with the cursed bugs!" she shouted while running.The people immediately surrounded her!Eric's expression turned extremely ugly. He glared at Margot, but she quickly disappeared into the crowd. He couldn't shoot her even if he wanted to.Adrian's expression also turned unpleasant. "Who fired the shot?"He looked around angrily.Not far away, Benjamin lowered the sniper rifle. The mask reflected cooly under the sunlight.He glanced at Margot, who had already hidden herself in the crowd, and smirked.Margot was free now. Both Eric and Adrian were no longer threats!Margot walked to the back of the crowd. She needed to find Benjamin now.There were too many people here, and she couldn't squeeze through no matter how hard she tried.So annoying
Benjamin sensed that something was off with Margot's emotions and held her tightly in his arms. "Okay, we'll do it your way."Steven walked in and saw the two hugging. He felt awkward and quickly turned to leave. But Benjamin had already noticed him."Is everything ready?" Benjamin asked. He didn't release his hold on Margot.Steven paused and nodded. "Yes, everything is ready."Margot said, "Let's begin."She had a plan. She couldn't help everyone at once. What if chaos broke out because of it? These people had been on the island for a long time and had become lawless. Therefore, she decided to cure them in batches. She would help 30 people each day, and they would be sent off the island afterward. Once everyone left, those cursed bugs would be permanently eradicated.Steven nodded. "Okay."Margot walked outside, and Benjamin followed closely behind. His gaze was fixed on her as if he was trying to figure out her next move."By the way, have all the cursed bugs from the Zimm
Surprise flashed across Steven's face when he witnessed this scene. Just then, Felice walked over. "Stop staring. We shouldn't get involved in the young lady's affairs."Steven regained his composure and looked at her, "I'm just curious when the young lady became acquainted with him."Felice shrugged. "Instead of that, why not consider the possibility that they knew each other before they came to Nammu Bay?"Steven was taken aback. He observed Felice's calm face and suddenly realized that Felice was right.Felice withdrew her gaze and walked away. The tasks assigned by Margot have not been completed yet. They couldn't slack off now....Benjamin pulled Margot into the room she used to live in. After closing the door, he pressed her against it forcefully.He stared at her, his eyes holding a hint of thin anger in them. Margot was frightened by this. It had been a long time since she had seen the angry side of his alternate personality."Don't be so mean. Can't we talk this out?"
She had previously used her dreams as an excuse, and Benjamin believed it. However, she didn't know if the current Benjamin would believe it.Well … he probably would, right?Margot looked calm on the outside, but she was thinking about how to fool him if he didn't believe her.After a while, Benjamin still hummed indifferently.Margot blinked. "Uh ... What does that mean?"Did he believe her?Benjamin stared at her intently, and a faint smile played on his lips. "Why are you looking at me like that?""Nothing." Margot quickly averted her gaze. She couldn't continue staring at him. Otherwise, she would mess things up on her own before he even asked anything.Something flashed in Benjamin's eyes. He held her waist, absentmindedly caressing it. "Alright, you have one month. You must leave with me after that, no matter what state Nammu Bay is in.""Okay," Margot readily agreed. If everything went according to plan, she could destroy all the cursed bugs on Nammu Bay within a month