At Clareâs words, Ethan Smith was suddenly taken aback.
It must be said that her suggestion might really be useful, after all, dual cultivation with a pure dark energy body could indeed bring extraordinary effects.
But unfortunately for Ethan, it is simply impossible for him to accept.
He couldnât accept anyone but Emily Taylor.
âAlright, I have my ways.â Ethan patted Clareâs head.
Clare anxiously said, âIâm doing this not just for you, but also for Emily.â
Ethan mused, âThink about it, if Emily knew about this, how could you face her in the future?â
Clare was suddenly struck dumb and speechless for the moment.
âDonât worry, itâs just Dexter Blair, right? Tomorrow, Iâll personally break his dog-headed skull.â Ethan smiled with feigned ease.
After throwing down those words, Ethan dragged Clare out of the room.
âGoodbye, everyone.â Before leaving, Ethan glanced at the crowd and bowed slightly.
âMr. Smith, Iâll go with you.â Edward Green said.
Ethan looked at him, shook his head, and said, âYou going would be useless. Just stay.â
âNo, I have to go with you no matter what!â Edward said sternly.
After a moment of contemplation, Ethan nodded, âAlright, itâd be nice to have a companion on the road.â
After bidding farewell to everyone, Ethan went to the airport and headed to Capital City!
This was Ethanâs third time in Capital City!
Yet the state of his mind this time was completely different from his previous visits.
As he stood at Capital City Airport, an indescribable mix of nervousness, worry, and excitement swirled in his heart.
But eventually, all these emotions settled into calmness.
âMr. Smith, where should we go now?â Edward asked as he followed closely behind.
Ethanâs eyes narrowed, and he replied coldly, âTo the Taylor family!â
Worried for Emilyâs safety, upon arriving in Capital City, Ethan naturally wanted to pay a visit to the Taylor family first!
âTo the Taylor family?â Edward seemed somewhat worried.
After all, the Taylor family had always wanted to get rid of Ethan. Going there now, wasnât that just courting death?
âIf youâre afraid, you can find a place to stay first.â Ethan said.
Edward gave a bitter smile, âI only have my humble life. Whatâs there to be afraid of?â
âThen letâs go.â
The two hailed a cab and headed directly for the Taylor familyâs Estate!
Meanwhile, at the solemn entrance to the Taylor familyâs Estate, an uninvited guest appeared.
He looked to be in his thirties or forties, but his demeanor exuded an air of old age.
This man was none other than Duane Taylor, who had swapped his body!
No one would have thought that Duane Taylor would come to the Taylor familyâs Estate!
Ever since Mike Taylorâs âdeath,â everyone inside and outside the Taylor familyâs Estate had been replaced.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Even the guards at the entrance now had familiar faces.
Duane stood there, gazing upon the Taylor familyâs Estate that he used to be so familiar with, feeling an indescribable pain in his heart.
âHuh? That man seems a bit odd.â Before long, someone noticed Mike Taylor.
âI always feel like he looks a bit like the person Mr. Taylor wants to catch.â Another bodyguard whispered.
After exchanging glances, the two suddenly rushed forward, grabbed Mike Taylor, and dragged him into the manor!
Duane frowned slightly, coldly eyeing the two men as he asked, âWhat do you think youâre doing?â
âWhat do we want to do? Donât think I donât know that youâve angered Mr. Taylor. Heâs been after you all this time!â The bodyguard said viciously.
âYou actually dare to show up at the Taylor familyâs Estate?â
Without further ado, the two dragged Mike Taylor to the manorâs living room and called Kylan Taylor!
After a phone call, Kylan rushed over to the Taylor familyâs Estate!
âWhere is he?â As soon as the door opened, Kylan snapped.
âMr. Taylor, heâs right here.â The bodyguard hurriedly pointed to Duane by their side.
The atmosphere instantly grew tense as their eyes met.
Kylan stared intently at the Duane before him, his expression becoming somewhat odd.
Although Mike Taylor had changed bodies, his demeanor and gaze were no different from before!
This couldnât help but send chills down Kylanâs spine and even stirred up a sense of fear within!
Even with Kylan as the Taylor familyâs successor, he couldnât help but feel extremely nervous in front of his father!
âYou guys can go now.â Kylanâs brow furrowed and he waved his hand.
After sending the bodyguards away, Kylan sat down directly across from Duane.
The father and son reunion was devoid of cheer or excitement, just tension.
âKylan, youâve become quite accomplished.â Duane spoke with coldness.
Kylanâs face changed again. He opened his mouth but found no words.
âSo, now that youâve taken over the Taylor family, you want to get rid of me?â Duane asked icily.
Kylan gritted his teeth, well-aware that there was no turning back. No more words could help at this point.
So, gathering his courage, he looked at Duane.
âDad, if youâre willing, I can let you enjoy the rest of your life and give you anything you want!â Kylan said through gritted teeth.
âYou can continue to live in the Taylor familyâs Estate. Whatever you want, Iâll send someone to get it for you! But⦠you canât stay outside!â
Hearing this, Duane couldnât help but burst into laughter, âYou want to put me under house arrest? Just like you did with Emily?â
âDad, this is for everyoneâs sake.â Kylan replied coldly.
âSince youâre this old, why not just enjoy life instead of fighting to the death?â
Duane scoffed, âSo, I should be grateful for your generosity?â
Kylan fell silent.
He sighed and then slowly spoke, âI knew you wouldnât agree. Given your temper, you wouldnât let me off the hook either, would you?â
Duane squinted, âWhatâs the hurry? I can live for at most three more years. The Taylor family will still be passed down to you after that.â
âPassed down to me? Who knows if youâll pass it to Emily!â Kylan hissed angrily.
He suddenly stood up and berated, âThe Taylor family is mine, and can only be mine! No one else is entitled to it besides me!â
âFor the position of the Taylor familyâs heir, I can sacrifice everything! I can eliminate anything in my way! Even if itâs you!â
Duane looked at Kylan before him and spoke solemnly, âYouâve already been blinded by the pleasure brought by power.â
Kylan couldnât be bothered listening to these words. He glared at Duane and said, âDad, Iâll give you two options. Either stay in the Taylor familyâs Estate and enjoy the rest of your life, orâ¦â
He didnât finish the sentence, but the meaning was quite clear.
âYou should be aware that as long as I donât acknowledge you as Duane Taylor, then you are not.â Kylan lit a cigar.
Duane laughed coldly, âYou donât have what it takes to threaten me. If you really have the heart, just do it.â