Just as the security guards were getting back on their feet, a few more urgent screeches of brakes were heard from the entrance!Soon, dozens of men dressed in black suits and wielding machetes stepped out of a fleet of Mercedes-Benz cars. They marched toward Galaxis Restaurant in perfect formation.The imposing presence they exuded was incomparable to the security guards summoned by Russell.If the earlier appearance of the security guards was merely intimidating, the arrival of these men was truly awe-inspiring.Even the elementary school students seated by the window could tell that these two groups were on completely different levels."Mr. Merlotte, my people have arrived too," Sebastian said with a calm smile and looked at the dumbfounded Russell.The sheer presence of these men was terrifying; each one had a dark and menacing expression. Their gleaming machetes caused Russell to shiver in fear.Leading them was Hans, who, upon entering Galaxis Restaurant, walked straight u
"Handle them, but don't go too far. Don't kill anyone," Sebastian ordered softly."Yes, Mr. Ballard!" Hans then signaled to Brady. Without a word, Brady grabbed the security team leader by the collar and kicked him to his knees, then dragged him out."Drag them all out. If anyone dares to resist, break their limbs!" Hans instructed, pointing to the stunned security guards."Yes, sir!" the men in black responded in unison.In the next second, the men in black quickly stepped forward, grabbed the security guards, and roughly pushed them out the door. Soon, the entrance was filled with the sounds of agonized screams.At this moment, Russell was so terrified that he lost control of his bowels. His face was ashen as he looked at Sebastian. He realized that Sebastian was the real deal.Without breaking a sweat, Sebastian had taken care of dozens of his men while maintaining a calm demeanor. His composure was genuine, not something that could be faked."All you needed to do was apolo
"Report to the police? What about I call Chief Weist and help you make the report?" Hans asked with a scoff.Russell was stunned at his words. It was clear that Hans wasn't just some random thug; he was a big shot of Steinberg's underworld.This was bad."N-no, I-I'm sorry. Please, forgive me!"Although Russell was a wealthy man with power and status, he still couldn't afford to offend Hans. He was even more afraid of Sebastian, whom Hans showed respect to.However, he couldn't figure out how Rosalie found a powerful backer so soon after the Griffin family disowned her."Smart." Hans grabbed Russell over after he finished speaking.This time, Russell behaved. He knelt before Rosalie and bowed to her.Sebastian raised his foot and placed the tip on Russell's cheek.Russell was stunned and looked up in fear. "Sir, I have already done it as I was told and apologized to Ms. Griffin. Please, let me go."Sebastian looked at Russell. "Mr. Merlotte, right? You've always cooperated we
After Hans and the others left, Sebastian and Rosalie went back to Arctic Snow Group.Rosalie seemed worried on the way back.Previously, they were only targeted by Bashmore Group. Although Rosalie was somewhat worried, she still had some confidence. After all, with the market share of Arctic Snow Mask, Arctic Snow Group's survival was not in question.Even if Bashmore Group couldn't obtain the formula of Arctic Snow Mask, they couldn't do anything against Arctic Snow Group.But now, things were different. Alec was the second son of the Griffin family. Regardless of Rosalie being in charge of a club and a hospital, she was still a member of the Griffin family.Alec could affect Arctic Snow Group inside out as long as he wanted to."Sebastian, I have an idea, but I'm not sure if you would agree to it," Rosalie suddenly spoke up after a moment of hesitation.Sebastian chuckled. "Maybe, we both have the same thoughts."Rosalie was surprised and frowned. "You also have a plan? Le
The middle-aged man walked up to Sebastian and shook his hand. "Mr. Ballard, I heard from Mr. Yates that you have excellent medical skills, which is why I came to meet you."I heard that Bashmore Group has been making things hard for you. If you need my help, just let me know. It's a great pleasure for me to serve you, Mr. Ballard," said Theodore as he handed Rosalie and Sebastian a name card."I'm sure that's not all you came to say, right?"Sebastian took the name card and pointed toward the couch, signaling Theodore to have a seat.Theodore sat down and said, "Mr. Ballard, I have been paying attention to you ever since you participated in the traditional medicine competition."But I'm not someone who can easily get to know a person like you. Thankfully, I have Mr. Yates's help to guide me to you."To be honest, a year ago, my company, in collaboration with the World Medical Association, developed an anti-cancer drug. During the experimental phase, the results were quite promis
"That's right." Sebastian smiled and took a sip of tea as he looked at Trevor silently.Under Sebastian's questioning gaze, Trevor looked very uncomfortable. He even turned back to avoid Sebastian's gaze.Theodore looked at Trevor, and his heart sank. However, Trevor was his nephew. He wouldn't really question Trevor in front of Rosalie and Sebastian."Mr. Ballard, I heard from Mr. Yates that you know everything in medicine. Can you…" Theodore hesitated before taking out a check from his pocket. He handed it to Sebastian and said, "This check is worth a hundred million dollars. Please help us, and we'll thank you with whatever we can in the future."Sebastian didn't take the check and just glanced at it."Do you think it's too little? Do you know that foreign experts only have a salary of fifty million per year? We are now offering a hundred million just for you to have a look and make some amendments. This is already an honor for you!" Trevor growled as he pointed at Sebastian.
Rosalie didn't expect Sebastian to pass such a big contract to her.At the late stages of cancer, extending life by even one year, let alone five years, would be nothing short of a miraculous feat. Once this drug was released, it was bound to become a global bestseller. The patent fees alone would likely amount to astronomical figures."No, Sebastian. I can't—"Sebastian shook his head and cut Rosalie off, "You lost everything for me. This is nothing."Rosalie felt a warmth surge up within her. It seemed that Sebastian had always remembered the things she had done for him."Ahem." Theodore coughed slightly and smiled. "Mr. Ballard, I will send this to our R&D team. Once I get the result, I will sign the contract with Ms. Griffin. How about that?"To be frank, Theodore still had doubts about Sebastian.Although Ezra mentioned that Sebastian was a medical expert, this was an anti-cancer drug that would cause an uproar globally if it was effective.If Sebastian could come up wit
Feeling a wave of despair, Trevor's spirits plummeted. After some time, he finally got out of the car.Theodore then slammed the door shut, and the driver drove off, leaving Trevor staring blankly after the car. "Sebastian Ballard, you bastard!" Trevor shouted angrily, his hatred for Sebastian increasing by the second.If not for Sebastian's words, Theodore wouldn't have suspected him, and he wouldn't be exiled into a new territory.At this time, Trevor received a phone call. "Mr. Northman, it seems like you're in quite some trouble, hm?" the person said teasingly. It was Jace.Trevor frowned and said, "Mr. Beckard, what do you mean?"Jace chuckled and replied, "Mr. Northman, I'm not trying to offend you or anything. But let me guess, Sebastian is the reason why your uncle kicked you out of the car, right?"Huh? Trevor glanced around and asked, "Mr. Beckard, where are you? How did you know?"Jace was obviously nearby, but there were many trees around him. Hence, Trevor cou
Raphael felt that he was already showing Sebastian respect by giving him 5,000 dollars. If it had been anyone else, he wouldn't even have given him 50 cents, let alone 5,000 dollars!Even if he didn't pay a single penny, the mention of the name Demongate should have been enough to make Sebastian hand the Soulbell over to him."Mr. Fonda, you—""Mr. Ballard, as well as everyone here, I hope that you can understand something," Raphael cut Blake off. "The Soulbell has always belonged to Demongate. No matter how Mr. Ballard got it or whom he got it from, he should return it to its rightful owner unconditionally and present it to Demongate."I came personally and even gave Mr. Ballard a tidy sum of money for his hard work. I've done more than I needed to."Raphael clasped his hands behind his back and looked slightly contemptuous as he continued. "I don't just represent myself. I represent all of Demongate."He was clearly threatening them."Are you threatening me?" Sebastian laughed
Sebastian frowned, and he looked icily at Raphael. It had only been two short days since he had killed Terence. How had Raphael gotten the news?"You have a very efficient news network, Mr. Fonda. May I ask how you know that I have the Soulbell?" he asked, his eyes narrowing coldly at Raphael."In this world, you shouldn't do things you don't want people to know about," Raphael said, smiling contemptuously. He clasped his hands behind his back.Raphael was acting as if Sebastian had stolen Demongate's sacred vessel, and he was here to accuse him of doing it. "Mr. Ballard, there are rules in society, and the mystic martial arts sects have their own principles. As for who told me this news, it's not convenient for me to say. I came here today mainly to ask you to give the Soulbell back." Raphael made his intention clear. He clearly had no qualms about doing so.However, Blake frowned as soon as he heard him.According to the rules of the mystic martial arts sects, vessels like the
"It's a good thing I was here tonight. You may not be so lucky next time," Lyanna said. She got up to leave, but Rosalie rose hurriedly and called after her, "Wait!""Is there anything else?" Lyanna turned her head slightly and fixed her beautiful eyes on Rosalie."What kind of person is Sebastian? I mean…" After Lyanna had told her who she was, Rosalie felt as if her thoughts were in turmoil. Even Sebastian, whom she had always loved and admired, had suddenly become unfamiliar to her.If Sebastian had just been a traditional medicine doctor, she could have accepted it. However, now Sebastian was keeping a female spirit around him. Not only that, the spirit was his servant. This was beyond the scope of Rosalie's understanding. Sebastian was rapidly becoming like a riddle to her."Have you heard of sages? Mr. Ballard is probably like them," Lyanna said. In a flash, she had disappeared without a trace.Rosalie remained quiet for a long time before she started the engine once mor
The short, fat man who had smashed up Rosalie's car window tossed his rock aside and hurried over. His eyes were bulging as he looked greedily at the beautiful woman standing in front of them. She was just as pretty as Rosalie was."Boss, I deserve some credit for the work I've done, don't I? Can you give me this chick?" the short, fat man asked, rubbing his hands together as he licked his lips.Lyanna looked at Chet and the short, fat man. She covered her mouth and giggled as she said, "I don't know what kind of day it is, but I do know that next year, this will be your death anniversary! Which of you wants to die first?""I… Huh?" Chet had been about to lunge forward and grab Lyanna, but then he realized what she had said.It would be their death anniversary on this day next year? What did that mean?Before he could recover his senses, Lyanna tittered and nodded. "Alright, you'll die first."She flicked her sleeve aside and revealed her slender, pale hands. Her foot-long, brigh
When Chet and the lackeys looked more closely, they saw that the car parked in the distance was a personal car and that there was a gorgeous woman sitting inside it.They were delighted at their good fortune. This was an opportunity they could not miss!As they were in such a remote area, they barely ever saw any women, let alone a beautiful one like Rosalie.Therefore, Chet gave the order, and the thugs all surged forward. They were barely able to contain their excitement."Hello, beautiful. What has upset you so much at this late hour? Tell us about it. Even if we can't make you happy, you can make us happy!" The short, fat man in the lead reached out to pull Rosalie's car door open as he spoke.Rosalie was beside herself with fear. She hastily locked the car and pulled her phone out of her bag as she screamed loudly at the men outside her car. "What do you want? Stay away from my car, or… or I'll call the police!"The fat, short man glanced at Rosalie, who looked frightened an
Sebastian heard Rosalie sobbing behind him. He turned around abruptly, but Rosalie rushed over to him and slapped him in the face before he could explain."Sebastian! I rushed over here as soon as I heard that something had happened in Steinberg! You… You're a jerk!" Rosalie was weeping. She had been planning on telling Sebastian on the day of the martial arts battle about the good news of the huge order that Arctic Snow Group had received from Lorcan. However, while eavesdropping on a conversation between Oliver and Belinda, she found out about the huge commotion over in Steinberg.When she heard that all eight of the Celestial realm experts that the Warrior League had sent to protect Whitney had all been killed and that the latter had disappeared, Rosalie couldn't contain her anxiety.She had rushed back to Steinberg at once.When she found no sign of Sebastian at the Moonlyte Club, she had come to the convenience store instead.She saw that it was lit up and had run straight
Hank and Taylor broke out into a cold sweat when they saw what had happened. Terence was like a god to them!Who would have thought that Terence, who had had the upper hand just a moment ago, would have stood vacantly on the spot just because Sebastian had thrust the rusty bronze mirror at him? He had just stood still and waited for Sebastian to come and kill him!"Run, hurry!" Before he could think too much about it, Taylor growled in a low voice and turned to flee to the foot of the mountain.Hank only came to his senses when Taylor was already far away from him. He was about to go after him, but he had only gone a few steps when a ghostly, feminine figure appeared and blocked his path."You—" The moment Hank turned, his soul almost left his body from fright at what he saw.Only a moment had passed since Terence's murder, but the eerie woman in front of him had already cut off more than a dozen heads. Whenever she cut a head off, dark energy would be sucked into her emerald
Terence wielded his sword. Wherever the blade pointed, the air was sliced apart instantly!Sebastian forced himself to concentrate and raised his sword to shield his chest!There was a clang as Terence's sword crashed down on Sebastian's, and sparks flew up at once. Sebastian couldn't help but take a few steps back. He felt the energy roiling inside him and almost spat out a mouthful of blood."My lord!" Nina felt extremely anxious when she saw that Sebastian was at a disadvantage. She ignored Sebastian's previous command and leaped over to him to hold him up. "My lord, are you alright?" Nina asked in concern. Sebastian was slightly flushed, and he looked as if his energy was becoming erratic. He shook his head slightly and pushed Nina away. He handed Whitney to her and said, "Protect Whitney well. If anything happens to her, come and see me with your head!" Nina turned to Rose, who was beside her. She wanted to protest, but Sebastian waved a hand and said, "Lyanna was hur
"It's a pity that you'll never understand," Sebastian said.Terence's face flushed. Who would've expected a young man in his twenties like Sebastian to be so perceptive? He was even more advanced than Terence in the Way of Wisdom!"My lord, I was trapped in the front yard just now. No matter how I walked, I couldn't get through the door. That's why…" Lyanna trailed off and hung her head, looking shamefaced.Technically, she was a spirit. How had she fallen prey to the Bewitchment spell? Even Lyanna was puzzled."It's the Soulbell!" Sebastian turned abruptly to look at Terence.Lyanna felt that she couldn't have been trapped by the Bewitchment spell because she didn't actually have a body. Meanwhile, Nina was a thousand-year-old snake deity, and ordinary formations couldn't contain her at all.Therefore, there was only one possibility. Terence had external help. The Soulbell was the only possible explanation.Nina and Rose arrived as well."Protect Whitney," Sebastian said befor