Chapter 254

Bella started trembling like a leaf when she took the vial of poison. She was overwhelmed by fear in addition to her cluelessness about Cyrus' intentions. This was a losing game for her. "Mr. Johnson, what do you mean? I can't shoulder the responsibility if something bad happens. We're talking about Mr. Hudson here—the most powerful political figure in Jorsproburgh!" Bella exclaimed. "Why did you accept the poison from the Lynch family then? Would they spare you if you don't follow their orders?" Cyrus questioned. Panicking, Bella fell onto her knees and begged, "Mr. Johnson, I come from humble beginnings. I dreamt of becoming wealthy, and I was ultimately selected by the Lynch family and sent to Margot as her lover. If I poison Hazel Hudson, her father could get me punished with just one word." "I know. You must have been aware of the consequences from the start too." Cyrus nodded emotionlessly. "Mr. Johnson, I know that you're powerful. I shall be indebted to you if you save