Chapter 514 Beginning

The lights come on and the crowds surge in.

Compared with their parents, millennials always have a rebellious adolescence. The old tradition of the family sitting in front of the fireplace to celebrate Christmas Eve can no longer satisfy their beating hearts.

The damp and cold wind blowing from the Atlantic Ocean could not extinguish the young people's enthusiasm for fun. Their fiery enthusiasm almost filled up all the bars, clubs and cinemas in the city.

At this moment, even New York, with a huge area of ​​thousands of square kilometers, seemed crowded.

Compared to these popular entertainment venues, people in the upper social class have more suitable places to hold private and elegant gatherings.

…especially today.

Going straight north along the road out of the city, the stereotyped communities along the Hudson River gradually become sparse and eventually disappear into the night.

Large tracts of thriving white oaks and cedars slowly filled the field of vision. The abundant water vapor condensed into wisps of white mist under the low temperature, lingering in the woods, giving off a faint strange power that made those who strayed inadvertently stay away.

At the end of the winding driveway under the dense branches and leaves, lies an old manor built of gray-green stone bricks.

The black carved iron gate was tightly closed, with occasional traces of reddish-brown rust on the corners. Combined with the yellowed and withered flower beds and dark windows in the courtyard, it seemed to tell the desolate story of a long-uninhabited place.

However, beneath the bleak surface, there is a bustling and lively atmosphere with bright lights.

The vast underground space was brightly lit, and waiters, some beautiful and some handsome, moved in and out of the crowd. Gentlemen and ladies in gorgeous clothes sat around the table and talked, their manners dignified and elegant.

The glasses clinked, the men and women laughed and talked happily, they sat in elegant seats in gorgeous clothes, tasting the mellow wine, and delicacies that were enough to make the middle class go bankrupt ten times were served in a continuous stream and removed one by one at the same speed.

To the exciting and exotic drum beats, the performers spun and jumped quickly, and their agile limbs displayed unimaginable toughness and grace.

Soft, hazy beams of light enveloped the stage, coating the dancers' smooth, delicate dark skin with an oily look, making them look more energetic and tempting people to get excited.

"It feels good." A handsome old gentleman tilted his head slightly, and the loose skin under his eye bags swayed. "Have you done the safety treatment?"

Maintaining a humble but not flattering smile, the young and beautiful waitress twisted her slender waist, walked forward skillfully and bent down, with the collar of her slim uniform opening to reveal a touch of snow-white.

"Please rest assured. Just like before, the pearly red spots behind the ears indicate that a minimally invasive surgery has been performed, and a mental spell has been used to cut off specific nerve bundles, permanently eliminating the resistance consciousness. Do you want it sent to your room now?"

His elegant and noble face revealed a look of satisfaction. He took out a blue gem as deep as the sea from his pocket and stuffed it into the snow-white gap naturally.

"Wait a moment, until you finish tonight's 'main course' and regain your energy." The old gentleman pinched the slightly shriveled muscles on his thighs regretfully, thinking that after a while, they might be full and strong again, and the long-lost youthful impulse quietly sprouted.

Feeling a cool touch rolling over her skin, the maid smiled more sincerely.

"She is a top dancer in the African country that just collapsed, and she has an eighth-grade daughter...who is also in our warehouse."

"Your service attitude is very good. Please send them together later."

Beneath the elegant atmosphere of well-dressed people, such conversations were like an undercurrent that rolled up the stinking mud and flowed everywhere.

At this moment, all the morals and laws, beliefs and precepts in the world cannot shine here, because the people attending the party have enough confidence to support such self-confidence——

Behind them are modern armed forces built with the most advanced technology, totaling more than 200 million;

It is the 12 aircraft carrier fleets and thousands of fighter planes that roam the seven seas;

There are more than 800 military bases around the world;

It is an arsenal of nuclear weapons sufficient to wipe out all life on the world's surface;
They are financial giants and multinational chaebols that control more than 60% of the world's economy;

Even a slight move could cause international trade to collapse and society to regress by decades.

Perhaps, as individuals, these upper-class elites could not be compared with the extraordinary strong who directly controlled violence. But when they united together, to some extent, they represented the most powerful empire in human history. Even a powerful church like the Church did not dare to easily punish them.

"Good evening, distinguished guests. I hope you enjoy our little 'appetizer' at the beginning."

Rhythmic footsteps were heard, and the whispers suddenly stopped. With a gentle and hoarse voice, a sturdy middle-aged man stepped into the center of the venue. "Congressman Frank... I should call you Mr. Deputy Director of the Special Investigation Bureau now. Let's get to the point as soon as possible. After all, everyone's time is very precious.

There will be further discussions on how to build closer ties to protect the interests of our friends.”

Some visitors who were quite familiar with him said frankly that they also held high positions in the government and came here under pressure from the church, not to hear any polite words.

"Of course, as you wish, we'll start right away." Frank smiled obediently. Perhaps it was because of the lighting angle, his face looked extra smooth and delicate today, or extra white, reminiscent of cold alabaster.

"It's just that the time to explain how to use it may be a little longer, so as to wait for the rest of the guests to arrive."

“Who else did you invite? Aren’t they all here…” Several of the most prominent guests, who were also organizers, were confused when they heard this.

But the next moment, they didn't bother to continue asking questions.

A tempered quartz column cut into a hexagonal shape rises slowly from the ground. In the middle of the soft velvet square cushion, a simple and crude high-footed wooden cup stands silently.

The original gray-yellow wood color was revealed from under the few remaining layers of paint, and a few old, dull patches were clinging to the inner wall, as if something had formed dirt-like patches due to the long oxidation of the air.

The expensive and exquisite dresses show a proud posture, and the gorgeous jewelry reflects a hazy brilliance. Against this dreamlike and luxurious background, the shabby wooden cup looks particularly embarrassing, like a beggar who mistakenly entered the king's banquet.

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But at this moment.

[Beggar] is the undisputed protagonist!

"...The blood of Christ, the source of life." Thousands of burning gazes converged together, almost igniting the air.

The younger ones could still hold themselves together, but the large number of participants who were already halfway through their lives squeezed out trembling words that were almost groans from their throats.

This is the reason why they, who have been scheming and squabbling against each other, cooperate sincerely and participate together!

Power and wealth will eventually expire, but eternal life will make up for this shortcoming!
"Hurry, let's get started..."

The superficial gentleness and aristocratic demeanor were ruthlessly torn off like a hypocritical painted skin, revealing the hideous evil spirit called desire underneath, which could not wait to stretch out its hands to grab the coveted treasure.

As if responding to these enthusiastic calls, a peaceful light enveloped the quartz display stand, and a little bit of deep red and clear liquid appeared out of thin air, like crystal pomegranate seeds, or the finest rubies, pouring into the antique wooden cup, forming a shallow pool.

An indescribable fragrance permeates the air. It is neither the scent of flowers nor honey, but it contains the most primitive pulse of life, making every cell in the smeller stir.

Amidst the ugly scene of obsession and entanglement, a few crystal chandeliers flickered imperceptibly for a moment.

A high-level wizard hiding in the dark suddenly frowned. Although he was recruited by the host as a guard and had a bad character, his strength should not be underestimated. He keenly sensed something strange.

The wizard narrowed his eyes and rubbed his fingertips lightly on the ancient talisman worn on his waist. The abstract symbols carved in stone emitted a faint but steady light, echoing with his magic power, and the feedback showed that everything was normal.

But the experienced man did not take it lightly and immediately turned away, preparing to lead the guards to start searching and strengthen vigilance.

However, as soon as he stepped out of the hall, the scene in front of him suddenly changed. There was nothing else in the quiet corridor, only a pair of crystal dark eyes that rapidly expanded.

"There is an enemy—"

The wizard, realizing something was wrong, gathered his remaining strength and sounded an alarm to his employer before he lost consciousness.

The next second, the terrifying force of decay and corruption came like a hurricane and took over his soul in an instant.

"Being too conscientious is not a good habit..."

"Now, please invite the distinguished guests to come forward one by one."

In the glorious hall, Frank on the stage still had a smile on his face, as if he was unaware of what was happening, as if he had never received any news.

(End of this chapter)

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