Chapter 265 Baiting the Snake Out of its Hole
The filming of "Wilderness Life" had been going on vigorously for several days. After seven days of exploration, William had completely taken control of the vast island.
Sophia, Fiona, and the other five celebrities were diligently carrying out their tasks and responsibilities according to the script.
"It's already the seventh day, and the Graham family still hasn't shown up. Is it because they have an extraordinary ability to endure, or have they given up on this opportunity?" William sat on a rocking chair, sunbathing and pondering the enemy's actions.
Soon, Lillian ran over to William and whispered, "I've been watching those people you asked me to monitor, and so far, there haven't been any unusual behaviors or actions."
"Keep a close eye on them. I believe they will reveal their flaws in the next few days," William said calmly. The people Lillian was tasked with monitoring had a strained relationship with him, making them the most likely targets for the Graham family's bribery.
"You know, I think I'd be better suited for this surveillance task," Gerald stepped forward confidently and offered himself.
"Oh? You have the skill to assess people?" William asked, quite intrigued.
"Indeed. Even though I'm at the lowest rung, reading people is my specialty. Especially those subtle expressions of guilt from undercover thieves, I can spot them with ease." Gerald patted his chest, exuding self-assurance.
"Alright, I'll leave it to you then. Let me tell you about the people you need to watch," William said. But Gerald declined quickly.
"I already have an idea of who to watch. Just give me a few more days, and they will definitely reveal their flaws. However, I expect some compensation when the time comes," Gerald said.
"No problem. If you catch this mole, I'll give you one million dollars." William was not stingy when it came to money. Catching the undercover agent would truly make that one million dollars worthwhile.
"Then, Mr. Brown, I'll keep a close eye on them," Gerald said with a smile before stepping away.
William had high hopes for Gerald. If it weren't for Sophia's makeup artist being bribed, William wouldn't have investigated his own staff. But after that incident, he was afraid of having such a mole amongst his employees, someone who would stab him in the back at a crucial moment, which would be disastrous.
"William, do you really trust Gerald? He is a money-driven coward. Can someone like him really accomplish anything?" Lillian had a low opinion of Gerald.
"Sometimes, the success of a great endeavor relies on someone like him." William smirked slightly, eagerly anticipating what surprises Gerald would bring.
Three more days passed, and William continued to fortify the defense of Island 226, leaving no opportunity for Arturo and his team to infiltrate.
And then, one evening, Gerald approached William clandestinely and whispered, "Tonight, the mole will make a move. If everything goes as planned, he'll put this in our drinks."
Gerald revealed a white pill to William, who curiously asked, "What's this?"
"Sleeping pills. I found several bottles of them while searching the mole's backpack when he wasn't paying attention. It seems he intends to dose us," Gerald responded.
"Where did you find it?" William was eager to know who had been bribed by the Graham family.
"I overheard your colleague calling him Mason, so I guess his name is Mason," Gerald pondered and replied.
"Mason? That's impossible! I personally appointed him as the leader of Group Three. How could someone bribe him?" William couldn't believe it. Mason was his handpicked leader of Group Three, and now he had been bought off. It was unbelievable for William.
The fact that William didn't even suspect him showed the level of trust he had in Mason.
"It's true. Let me take you to see how he did it with your own eyes," Gerald said, determined to make William believe.
After taking a deep breath, William stood up and followed Gerald stealthily toward the place where the alcohol and drinks were being stored.
They crouched near some rocks not far away and waited for a while. Sure enough, Mason came over and stood in front of a box of bottled beer. After glancing around to make sure no one was watching him, he quickly opened the wine bottles one by one and put sleeping pills inside.
This confirmed Gerald's words without a doubt. Mason was indeed the mole. Tonight, he would intoxicate them.
To gain everyone's trust, Mason had been in charge of the beverages since he arrived, so no one suspected that he would tamper with them tonight.
"I was right, wasn't I? I never make mistakes when it comes to judging people," Gerald said smugly.
William admired Gerald's ability to assess people and said, "Once we return, I'll give you two million dollars. You can join me from now on."
When talents like Gerald are utilized, they can produce extraordinary results.
"Thank you very much!" Gerald felt happy inside.
Instead of rushing out to capture Mason immediately, William recorded the scene of Mason drugging the drinks with his phone. He quietly returned to his tent and then called Mason to come inside.
He had come up with a good plan to lure the snake out of its hole. Since Mason had been bribed to drug them, it meant that the Graham family's people might act tonight. So why not turn the tables and eliminate them on this deserted island? Wouldn't that be better?
Mason quickly entered the tent, appearing innocent and honest. It's hard to believe that someone like him had been bought off with money.
"Mason, are you short on money?" William wanted to know if Mason was in need of money.
"What do you mean?" Mason didn't understand yet.
"How much did they pay you?" William questioned.
"What do you mean? I don't understand at all." Mason said, wiping the sweat off his forehead and feeling somewhat nervous inside.
William shook his head and showed him the recording on his phone. Upon seeing it, Mason's face turned pale and he knelt down.
"I was wrong, I had no choice! My girlfriend, whom I've been dating for seven years, forced me to buy a house. She threatened to break up if I didn't. I couldn't afford a house with my meager salary, so I accepted their money. I made a mistake," Mason begged and cried.
William sighed, understanding his predicament. "Do you want to make up for your wrongdoings? Or do you want me to throw you into the sea to feed the sharks?"
William took out a small knife and inserted it into the ground, staring at him with icy eyes. It was necessary to subdue him at this moment in order to utilize him.
"I want to make up for my wrongdoings. Please give me a chance," Mason pleaded quickly.
"Okay, come closer," William said, satisfied with his attitude. If Mason hadn't been of use to him, William would have chopped him up and thrown him into the sea for betraying his trust.
"Okay, okay!" Mason crawled closer and brought his ear to William.
William whispered his plan to lure the enemy out and then instructed him to go back and sleep peacefully. However, William sent a companion from the martial arts gym to sleep with him, just in case he changed his mind.
William also instructed Sharon, Baca, Tristan, Maxwell, and others who were on duty to bring half of their men back, hide themselves in the jungle on the south shore, and wait for an opportunity.
After completing all of this, they waited patiently for Arturo and the others to make their move.
One kilometer away from Island 226, Zachary received a message from an insider and was overjoyed.
"Arturo, the insider was successful. They've all been knocked out and should be in a deep sleep. We can take action now."
"Hmm, William is indeed difficult to deal with. We waited for ten days, and he still takes such strict precautions. But he can never imagine that he has been betrayed by someone he trusted. This time, we not only need to capture Sophia but also bring back William's head to quench my thirst for revenge."
Arturo remembered his hatred for William and gave a cold order. "Let's go, full speed ahead."
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