Chapter: Chapter 193The crowd swarms City Hall’s steps again. Always with their banners, their chants, their 'hope'. I lean against the stone column, arms crossed. The mic waits. I don’t. “You want a mayor?” My voice cuts through the noise. They freeze. “Pick one. Not me.” Signs drop. Faces crumple. A woman in front—frayed coat, eyes red—steps forward. “But you 'exposed' the rot. You 'know' who’s clean!” “I know 'nobody’s' clean.” I jab a finger at the courthouse. Its cracked dome glints in the sun. “You think I’m your savior? I’m the guy who lights matches. 'You' rebuild.” Murmurs rise. A man shouts, “We 'trust' you!” Others echo. Trust. A fragile word. Brittle. “Trust?” I laugh. Hollow. “Trust got Gregory Tran killed. Trust let Coker fester. 'Trust' is your problem.” I turn to leave. Hands grab my sleeve. Desperate. Clammy. “Please,” the woman begs. “Just… guide us.” I shake her off. “Guidance costs extra.” ''' They follow me home. Petitions piled on my doorstep. Candles lit like a
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Chapter: Chapter 192The cameras flash. Always flashing. Like a strobe light hell. 'Click. Click. Click'. I straighten my tie. Cheap polyester. Scratchy. 'Good'. Reminds me I’m not one of them. The podium’s edge digs into my palms. Cold steel. Biting. The crowd’s a blur. Suits. Lipstick. Teeth. Hungry for blood. “Ladies. Gentlemen.” I let the mic screech. Feedback whines. They flinch. 'Perfect'. “Tonight, we carve out the 'rot'.” A paperweight sits on the podium. Glass. Useless. I hurl it sideways. It explodes against the wall. 'Crash'. The crowd jumps. A reporter spills his coffee. Dark liquid bleeds across the road. 'Symbolic'. I don’t laugh. “Coker,” I say slowly. Let the syllables rot in the air. “Saint of the City? 'Bullshit'.” The screen behind me flickers. Grainy footage. Coker’s docks. Midnight. Shadows slithering. Crates cracked open. White powder glowing. Ghostly. “Drugs.” I click the remote. Next slide: Judge Eleanor Pryce. Diamond earrings. Smug grin. Pocketing an envelope thick as a b
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Chapter: Chapter 191The world was expecting my return My disappearance was all they talked about for weeks, the people, the media. Everyone was growing restless as theories of what might have happened to me were all over the place.The suspense and everything made me happy.I let them talk, I let the suspense build. Staying silent was just the perfect game, one which I was well skilled in.I wanted to make them want me, to make them desperate for my return. Such that when I finally reappear, it would be a hit.And just as I pictured it, it happened.I picked the biggest television in the country as the stage for my grand come back— or whatever the world called it.Every newspaper headline screamed my name “JORDAN SPEAKS!” “THE TRUTH REVEALED WITH JORDAN!” As the countdown to my appearance on tv began.It was all anyone could talk about, all everyone could think of. News anchors debated what I might reveal, social media buzzed with assumptions and most importantly, Mr Coker, the fool trying to work his w
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Chapter: Chapter 190Jordan’s POVFirst, a ding, followed by a mild vibration.A smirk played on my lips as I dipped my hand excitedly into my pocket and brought out my phone. I had been expecting this message and it came at the perfect time.My eyes scanned the notification on the phone after which I unlocked it to view it better.It was from FriendsMe, a secret platform I and Josh created when we were just kids, whispering about taking over the world in hushed tones.Back then, FriendsMe had been a platform where we could dream big and fantasize about anything. It was our safe haven where we could plot our future and plot ideas without anyone watching us.But things had changed— I had changed.“I know it is you. Behind all of this. The accidents. The disappearances. The chaos. It’s you, isn’t it?” Josh asked.I let out a chuckle as I read the message again. Josh had always been smart but he wasn’t smart enough.I left the message on read and wanted to lock it when another message came in.“Listen man, I
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Chapter: Chapter 189Jordan's POVThe scent of fresh paint and polished wood filled the air as I stepped into the Langston Consortium’s main building. Truly it was fascinating how far we have come and I was so proud of myself.Months of silence had been replaced with ringing phones, busy days and nights, we had so many clients that we had to open a waiting list and that still got filled up.I walked through the hall, hands tucked into my pockets, watching the company my grandfather built come alive once more. It was mine now and I hoped he was proud of the slight changes I made.His death didn't go unpunished and I wouldn't let anything happen to this company no matter the cost.Near the entrance, an older man in a faded suit approached, his steps hesitant. His gaze held quiet hope. “Mr. Jordan, I’ve been with this company for thirty years. My loyalty has never wavered. I—”I lifted a hand, cutting him off gently. “The past stays in the past. It’s time for something new.” I uttered in a finite toneHis th
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Chapter: Chapter 188Jordan's POVThe courtroom was filled with tension. No one said a word but you could feel it in the air as we waited for the video to play.Mr. Coker sat stiffly at the defendant’s table, fingers locked together as though he wanted to strangle me.His lawyer whispered something, but he didn’t react. His jaw worked as if grinding gravel, his eyes shifting to the large screen where the next piece of evidence played.It was a briefcase exchanged proving Coker had bribed the inspector. The official took it with a quick glance over his shoulder, counted the cash, then nodded. Mr. Coker’s voice came through as he gave clear instructions. “This needs to be handled. No complications.”Gasps rippled through the courtroom.I leaned forward, hands gripping the armrest of my chair. My throat felt dry. Across from me, Mr. Coker’s wife pressed a hand to her mouth, face drained of color.The prosecutor stepped forward. His eyes flicked to the judge, then back to the screen. “For the record, this foo
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Jason and the Enigmatic System
Jason had always been bullied by Dominic and some other tough kids at school, but he didn't let it bother him much. He had something that made him happy - Sophia, one of the hottest girls on campus. He often wondered why she chose him.
One day, after finishing his schoolwork, Jason decided to surprise Sophia. But when he entered her room, he found her with another guy, having the most intense and romantic date ever. Shocked and hurt, Jason's book crashed to the floor as he lunged at the guy, ready to fight. But before he could land a blow, he felt a sharp pain in his side. Looking up, he saw Sophia had stabbed him.
As he lay there, his life slipping away, Jason's phone chimed. It was an app promising to give him money by playing games. With nothing to lose, he decided to give it a try. Maybe he could change his life with some luck, even as he faced death.
Would he succeed in becoming successful with the wealth system?
Could his desire for revenge hold him back?
And how would he treat the people who had mistreated him?
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Chapter: EpilogueThe last ten months with Paulina have been incredible, way beyond what I ever imagined. Every day feels like a new adventure, and even our quiet times are filled with happiness.Still, I can’t help but worry about the Enigmatic System being gone and whether I played a part in that. It was the reason I got to where I am now, and I feel a real connection to it. It’s tough knowing I couldn’t help it, but can a system really be more than just a bunch of codes?I’m not the only one feeling this way; the whole team is mourning the loss since their systems shut down around the same time. No matter how cutting-edge our tech is, it just can’t match the unique intelligence of the system.As I sat in the living room, I opened up to Paulina, who was snuggled up next to me, really listening."I can’t shake this feeling, Paulina," I confessed. "I know it sounds odd, but it feels like I’ve lost a piece of myself. You get it; you were part of it too."She gave my arm a comforting squeeze. "I totally
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Chapter: Chapter 221: Perfect ProposalAfter we got ready, we strolled hand in hand, with Paulina playfully urging me to spill the beans, but I just couldn’t do it. It was a surprise, and I wanted to keep it that way. We left the VIP room, and a staff member gave me a knowing look before leading us down a hidden hallway. Paulina’s eyes were wide with curiosity as we moved away from the usual crowd. At the end of the corridor, we passed through a sleek, unmarked door that opened up to a private elevator.Paulina squeezed my hand, her eyebrows shooting up in excitement. “Jason, what’s happening? This feels like something out of a movie!”I just smiled and stayed quiet, relishing the suspense that was making her even more curious. As the elevator doors closed, I could feel her gaze on me, searching for hints I wasn’t ready to give away.When the doors finally opened, we stepped out onto the rooftop, and there it was—a stunning black helicopter waiting for us, its blades shimmering in the sunlight, with the pilot already on st
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Chapter: Chapter 220: How Much She Meant To MeAs Paulina rested peacefully on the bed, her sleeping face looked even more beautiful than I always knew. In the luxurious VIP suite, surrounded by plush decor and soft lighting, I felt a strange blend of tranquility and anxiety. I wandered over to the mirrored table where the ring I had bought on credit from that Enigmatic System sparkled softly in the glow. Holding it up, I couldn’t help but admire its detailed craftsmanship. The ring was so shiny and seemed transparent, capable of absorbing light. The several beautiful and unfamiliar stones around it made it more beautiful. My eyes sparkled with admiration, but the silence from the Enigmatic System was palpable and a bit unsettling. Not a single word or sound all day, which felt odd. Was it giving me space because I was with Paulina and it understood my plight? Or had my time with it somehow made it feel... more human? That thought left me feeling both intrigued and cautious.I shook off those thoughts; there were more urgent iss
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Chapter: Chapter 219: A Night to RememberThe restaurant buzzed with energy as we arrived. Soft ambient lights wrapped around us, and the rich aroma of gourmet dishes filled the air. As we walked in, I could feel the gaze of other diners on us, and I welcomed it. This was my moment—a chance to reveal the man I had become.“Welcome back, Mr. Lewis!” The hostess greeted me with a warm smile. “Your usual table?”“Yes, please,” I replied, glancing at Paulina. She looked radiant in her elegant dress, her beauty captivating. I felt a surge of pride to be with someone as remarkable as her.er.We were guided to a cozy corner table adorned with fresh flowers and flickering candles. As we settled in, I couldn’t help but admire Paulina. “You look stunning tonight,” I said, reaching across the table to take her hand.“Thank you, Jason. You look charming too,” she replied, her smile lighting up the dim room. “I love this new confidence in you—it’s inspiring.”“Confidence comes with knowing my true worth,” I replied, feeling a surge of emp
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Chapter: Chapter 218: ConfrontationThe tension in the boutique thickened as I faced every John and the woman employee. My coronary heart raced, no longer out of worry but from the boiling anger that surged through me. Here I grow to be a modified guy who has risen from the depths of despair, and those two have been the reason for dragging me back down. "Listen right here," I commenced out, my voice steady but laced with authority. "You haven't any idea who you're talking to. I may have been the underdog, however I’m no longer that character. I will no longer stand idly with the useful resource of while you belittle me or my female friend."John laughed, a mocking sound that echoed through the boutique. “Oh, what are you going to do? Throw a tantrum? You do not scare me, you little peasant. You have to be thankful that a person like her even seems your way.”Paulina had subsequently discovered the commotion. She strode over, her expression moving from interest to venture. “What’s going on right here?” she demanded, eyes
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Chapter: Chapter 217: ProposalAfter picking the case up I tucked it away in my pocket and it to the sitting room. I saw Paulina in the sitting room pacing about. Obviously, she was a bit nervous about the date she was going to have with me. At this moment she didn't look like the bold and confident woman I used to know."Sorry for keeping you waiting," I said with an apologetic smile. "I had to do something.""I know," Paulina flashed a smile at me. She actually understood I could suddenly become busy at times because I was a player."So let's go shopping," I said as I grabbed her right hand and led her out of the sitting room. We got into my expensive Mercedes Benz and drove away.I decided to stop at a five-star boutique and get some new clothes and jewelries which we were going to wear tonight for our date. I'd already set up everything except for the clothes.As expected the boutique premise was already filled with so many flashy cars. Many wealthy people usually came to buy their wears from this boutique. It
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Ezra Echelon Liberation System
Ezra Echelon, lost his family and the entire Echelon sect to the treachery of his former master. Reduced to a shadow of himself and branded as a living trash by the tyrannical Serpent Fang Sect that took over the Echelon sect. Ezra lived a life of torment.
But in the darkness of this despair, a mysterious voice awakens a power inside him: the Echelon System. It promised him vengeance and transcendence, pushing Ezra onto a brutal path of strength and self-discovery. Armed with ancestral combat techniques, driven by the fire of revenge, he begins his journey to dismantle the oppressive sects ruling his world.
Along with Mira, his trusted student, and Halak, the unlikely ally, Ezra must build a rebellion against a world steeped in corruption. He promises to avenge his sect and also set the world back on a right path of truth and justice
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Chapter: Chapter 49: King ArthurEzra and Gwaine watched the battle for some moments before the latter finally said, "Won't you be going to lend a hand? Can't you see that dragon which Morgana summoned?""I need to meet King Arthur first," Ezra said with a flat tone. "I'm not fighting anything till I meet him.""Huh?" Gwaine narrowed his eyes in surprise. "I can no longer follow your train of thought. Didn't you say you wanted to come here so that you'd help in fighting off the zombies?""And didn't you doubt me, saying that the zombies were unkillable?" Ezra turned to look at Gwaine, causing him to shiver instantly."Don't look at me like that," Gwaine said with a dry chuckle. "You even had doubts about your abilities. I could see that in your eyes. You were ready to risk your life without knowing you had such an ability.""Who told you I had doubts about myself?" Ezra asked coldly, not wanting to agree that he had been doubtful of his hunter title. It was only after he pulverized all the zombies and had his title e
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Chapter: Chapter 48: Arise"Defend the periphery!" Lancelot yelled as he slashed off a zombie's head, causing black mist to spray. The knights under him immediately nodded and placed their shields in front of them to block the zombies from penetrating. They stacked the shields over each other, forming a sturdy wall to block off the zombies."Ah!" Lancelot leaped into the air, dragging his sword behind him as he yelled in a very loud voice which sent sonic waves spreading across the battlefield. Every zombie which heard the sound had all their heads explode into smithereens. That didn't deter them from moving but it prevented them from seeing, buying the archers on the wall more time to fire their arrows at them.After yelling Lancelot landed on the ground, releasing shockwaves which the swept the zombies in front of him away, reducing them to smithereens. He then proceeded to move very quickly, slashing every zombie he came across with so much ferocity. There was no trace of fear in him after knowing that these
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Chapter: Chapter 47: Heading to the CastleEzra was shocked as he looked around him. All the trees and grasses had been pulverized. Nothing had been left undestroyed, making it seem as if a meteorite had just hit the entire forest. By now Gwaine had caught up to him and was also taking a look at the surrounding."You did this, you know," Gwaine said as he strapped his sword, relieved that there were no more zombies coming to attack them."Actually I remember everything," Ezra said, resuming his stern expression. The truth was, when he had entered the Primordial Hunter mode and was killing the zombies, everything seemed like a dream. He didn't even have control over his body and moved as if another entity was puppeteering him. It was very bizarre and terrifying, causing him to be horrified of himself.The reason he didn't tell Gwaine the truth was because he didn't want the knight to have second thoughts about him. A hunter who couldn't even control himself didn't deserve to be defending the castle and fighting off Morgana's ar
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Chapter: Chapter 46: Killing SpreeEzra didn't know why but he had this feeling of glee within him. It was as if he had finally gotten the chance to do what he loved doing most, not doing it for a long period of time. He didn't know why but he had this feeling of joy as he watched the zombies approaching with so much speed. Maybe it was the feeling of his sword slashing through their flesh or their terrified screams as they were pulverized into nothing. But the feeling that came thereafter was very pleasant and made him want to kill more zombies. He wanted, at this very moment, to hunt all the zombies in the world and kill them. He wanted so badly to even go to the underworld and kill every last remaining undead creature!YOU HAVE UNLOCKED ANOTHER TITLE, THE PRIMORDIAL HUNTER!PRIMORDIAL HUNTER: A HUNTER WHO HAS BECOME CONSUMED BY THE DESIRE TO HUNT ALL KINDS OF BEINGSA PRIMORDIAL HUNTER IS EMPOWERED BY HIS WILL TO KILL AND IS UNSTOPPABLE AND UNDEFEATABLE!YOU HAVE UNLOCKED HUNT, AN ABILITY WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO KILL AN
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Chapter: Chapter 45: Primordial Hunter After Ezra's eyes and sword became blazing red, a strange aura began to surge out of his body. It was blazing red like his eyes and sword, emanating a strong feeling of chaos and terror. It made Gwaine who was near him feel as if a god had descended into the world. It was absolutely terrifying.Just what kind of monster is this? Gwaine couldn't help but think within himself as he swallowed a mouthful of saliva. Has he always been hiding this tremendous power in him? He seems more like a god than a normal human being at this period of time...Gwaine was still thinking within himself when Ezra suddenly moved in a flash, leaving several mirages behind him as he advanced toward the zombies in front of him. He didn't know why but he felt the urge to smile immediately and curled his lips upwards as he spun his sword faster with his right hand."You all want a piece of me?" Ezra said with glee, his eyes brightening with a strange delight. "Then I'm going to leave you all in pieces!"And with
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Chapter: Chapter 44: Awakening As a HunterGwaine was a very skilled fighter and immediately evaded the zombie's sword, rolling on the ground so that he could go behind the zombie. He then immediately kicked himself off the ground into the air before the zombie had a chance of turning around, slashing off the zombie's head.Ezra watched as the zombie's head tumbled in the air, more black most pouring out of the wound in its neck. But terrifyingly the zombie didn't collapse to the ground even after it had been beheaded. Instead, it turned around as if nothing had happened and attacked Gwaine."This is why we're still fighting this army of undead!" Gwaine yelled as he parried off the zombie's sword which would have slashed off his head. "They don't die no matter how we kill them. Instead, they would..."At that moment the zombie's head which had been slashed off began growing rapidly. In no time a new decaying head had been formed, its blazing eyes glaring at Gwaine who had slashed off its head. The only thing that was on its mi
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