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After knowing the reason the potion hadn't worked quickly with him, Dr. Thompson couldn't help but heave a sigh of relief. So it was my doing even if I wasn't aware of it."Somehow you managed to slow down the effect of the potion," Allen said. "You're more powerful than I expected."Dr. Thompson managed a smile, "Am I supposed to be flattered? I could have died.""But you didn't," Allen said. "You're even talking about death with so much vigor so everything is alright."Dr. Thompson's facial muscles twitched more and more after hearing Allen say this. He didn't know why but he felt the young man was becoming more and more like a leader. He wasn't like this earlier."What we need to do right now is learn how to use our powers," Allen said. "Even I need to learn how to make use of the Ultimate system which has been silent for some time now.""It communicates with you?" George was the one who asked this time. He beat Dr. Thompson to it, making the doctor frown slightly. But he soon ease
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Mary Jane soon arrived in the kitchen, holding a large tray in her hands. These large contained several dishes which were emitting enticing aromas. This made Allen and the rest swallow their salivas involuntarily. Just from the aroma alone, they felt the dishes tasted very delicious!Don't tell me Mary Jane can cook as well in addition to her genius intellect, Allen thought within himself. And I always thought a woman couldn't have several great attributes. I guess I was wrong about that.As he stared at Mary Jane who had now laid the tray on the dining table and was now setting out the plates, he sighed heavily. Mary Jane is very beautiful, charismatic, kind, and intelligent, and also knows how to cook. Which man wouldn't want a lovely woman like her?Pui! What did I just think about Mary Jane? Allen's lips twitched uncontrollably. Don't tell me I'm falling in love with Mary Jane. It's only one day for Christ's sake! And I even have a girlfriend!Stephanie glanced at Allen and saw th
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There was a deep silence in the sitting room for some moments after Allen said that. It was as if Dr. Thompson and George could sense a heavy omen behind the mission even though they didn't know the details.Dr. Thompson was the first to recover. He even smiled as he said, "You don't have to look so sour, Allen. Perhaps it's not a very difficult mission."Allen turned to look at him before saying, "It's a difficult mission.""What do you mean difficult?" Dr. Thompson asked. "Does it involve you dying?""If I fail the mission I'm gonna lose forty percent of my health," Allen replied. "And that's just the System's punishment.""What other punishments are there?" George took the initiative to ask."They don't sound like punishments but they're very ominous," Allen said. "The first one is that I would be captured after losing forty percent of my health. There won't be any escape for me."He paused before saying, "The second one is that we're gonna lose another player to Project Erebus. If
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A black sleek car pulled over at a mansion, attracting the attention of the media crews which were already there. Everyone erupted into a wild excitement as they all took their cameras and rushed to the car to take shots. It was as if some deity had arrived on Earth."He's finally here," some of them began whispering with blissful expressions. It was as if they were witnessing the second coming of Christ."And we thought we wouldn't be able to meet him today," another person said. "We're so lucky. Now we'd be able to make the headlines without stress!""Exactly. He's the face of the entertainment industry," another person said. "Someone of his caliber is way beyond us. We won't be able to touch his level no matter how we try."The car doors slid open, and several men dressed in black suits alighting from it. They wore sunglasses, looking very serious as they ordered the media crews to make their way."Huh?" everyone was shocked as they craned their necks into the car, hoping to see th
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After seeing Josh Gregory alight from the car, the journalists immediately rushed towards him. They were like moths rushing towards candlelights and were riddled with excitement. Although the bodyguards managed to block them off, they still managed to shove their microphones through the human shields to interview the young celebrity."Sir, how did you get to this level? A few months ago your name wasn't known.""Can we know how you managed to become a very successful celebrity? Your success has exceeded celebrities before you!""Sir, can I get your autograph? That would be the best thing in my life!""I heard you fancy beautiful women. Do you have intentions of settling down with one of them?"Hearing the questions made Josh's mind buzz. Although he had been expecting a bunch of journalists to follow him around, he hadn't anticipated that there would be so many. It exceeded all his expectations and he didn't know how to respond at first.This is more stressful than being a street rat,
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A few minutes later Leah was seated in the sitting room facing Josh who continuously caressed his wristwatch as he stared at her. There was no one in the sitting room as Josh had already ordered all the bodyguards to stay outside. Even James wasn't allowed inside, making this burly man very sullen. He had wanted to protest but a glance from Leah made him do otherwise. Although he wasn't pleased with the way things were going, he could only keep shut and stand outside."I heard you wanted to interview me," Josh said, still maintaining a very warm smile."That's true, Sir," Leah said. "I've been yearning to interview you for a very long period of time now. Sitting in front of you right now seems like a dream."Hearing the young journalist's reply, Josh chuckled, "As expected. Your eloquence is something worth praising.""I'm very much flattered, Sir," Leah smiled. "But then my eloquence is nowhere close to yours. After all, you're rumoured to make women do your best with just words.""I
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Allen woke up very late and he couldn't help but cuss Project Erebus for this. This was because he felt they were the ones who made him tensed up throughout the day. Thus, he couldn't even have a moment of rest except for the time they sat down for dinner. Before yesterday he had been acting mad to avoid Project Erebus from immediately capturing him, pretending that he had already fallen under their control.I never thought that the world would be so messed up, he thought to himself as he stretched lazily on the bed. He felt reluctant to stand up and start his day. It was when he heard a series of knocks on the bedroom door that he stood up grudgingly and walked towards the door."You guys won't let me sleep like I feel," he muttered to himself as he went to open the door. "In my mansion, I would have been sleeping anyhow I like. No one would have been able to knock on my door in that manner."Well, except of course Stephanie, Allen added inwardly as he opened the door. She's the one
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After taking his bath Allen immediately got dressed up and went to the dining room where he saw the others already seated. They had this look of anticipation as if they couldn't wait to try another of Mary Jane's delicacies. Of course, Mary Jane wasn't at the table as she was in the kitchen preparing breakfast."Good morning, Sir.""Good morning, Allen."It was George and Stephanie who greeted him respectively. The former sounded very polite and respectful, making Allen to be slightly ashamed of himself. This was because he had been disregarding this young man up to this moment.I don't think he's that bad, he thought to himself as he nodded to their greetings. Except for him trying to woo my sister, he's good in other aspects."Morning," Allen finally responded verbally as he sat down. "How was your sleep, Stephanie?"Stephanie smiled before replying, "My sleep was nice. I had sweet dreams."It should be about George, Allen added inwardly as his expression almost turned sour but he c
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Allen quickly dodged the bullet, thanks to Ultimate who had easily pointed out where he would shoot from. "Try again in hell," Allen said and a gun was shot at Moses on his hand, making his gun drop. Everyone averted their gazes to the door and saw two familiar men standing there, Sylvester Williams and David, the last two users. "One thing I hate the most is to be fooled and you all fooled me," Williams said and stepped forward. "All these years, I believed my death would bring calmness to the world. I thought I was doing it for the good and safety of this world. I even went as far as hunting down the other users just to satisfy you. I should have known better."Lake and Mike tried to attack but they got shot instantly by Mary and Josh who both walked in together. "I hope I am not too late?" Mary asked and crocked her gun. "You- you should be dead," Lake said, groaning in pain. "Unfortunately, I am not. I am your nemesis and that's why I survived," Mary answered and pointed her
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The hall became silent as they all had their eyes on him. Suddenly, one of them stood up and smirked. "Allen Scott, we have been expecting you. You came right to us," he said. Allen crocked his gun and pointed it at him. "Yes. And I am here to end this nonsense. Enough with all his. You all have hunted our lives for years but today, all this is going to end."The man clicked his tongue and shook his head. "Do you think all these would be the end?""I don't think. I know. Besides, no one is going to save any of you. The agents are gone."The man averted his gaze to Moses and shook his head. "You finally got them. I am sure you told them about you being the good guy and we being the bad guy."Allen drew his brows and looked at Moses who had no expression on his face. He immediately knew what Mary said was true. They were to be trusted and for that, he wasn't surprised. "Mr Scott, do you believe everything this man told you?" Allen looked at Moses again and smirked. "Why shouldn't I
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Mary noticed the man secretly smiling at someone behind her and when she turned, she saw it was George. Her heart skipped a bit. He was smoking back at them but in a way that said 'good job,' she swallowed hard and looked at the men as her instinct immediately pointed at George as a member of the group that attacked them. She quickly shook her head and tried to brush off her thought. "No, George wouldn't do this. He is part of this team and has been a loyal member," she concluded inwardly and glanced at him one more time. This time, she noticed he was staring back at her with a frown plastered on his face. He stared for a while before he let out a small smile.She gulped nervously and looked away. "This can't be. George can't be part of them," she said and stood up, bringing everyone's attention to her. "What is wrong?" Allen asked, staring at her with concern. She looked at George again who had his brows creased. She couldn't take away the thought that he could be one of them an
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"Tomorrow?" Josh asked with his eyes stretched wide. He walked forward and went on, "What do you mean tomorrow? We aren't prepared to face this people. We would need more time.""Mr Gregory," Moses called, taking Josh by surprise because he never expected him to know his name. Moses went on, "It was a quick date fixed and I have no power to stop it. The project society are been too anxious and that would be our greatest weapon against them.""Greatest weapon? In what way would we win this fight when I don't even have a clue of what you are talking about?""They are moving quick. Tomorrow is the day for the project," Lake answered."How is that possible? We haven't been caught by them," Josh asked, stepping forward."They have you all where they want you. They will come over to take you tonight."Allen drew his brows in confusion. "What do you mean? How do they have us right where they want?""Do you think the society are dumb? They know where you all are. They have been monitoring you
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Steph abruptly stood up, shocked to see her standing there. She swallowed hard and asked nervously, "how long have you been there?""For a while," she answered and walked in completely. "There is someone who wants to meet you," she said and quickly walked out of the room. Steph sighed deeply and faced Allen who stood quietly, staring at the closed door. "She heard us. I feel so bad," she muttered."Let me go and meet this guests of mine," he answered dryly and walked out of the room. "This guy is messed up," she muttered and went after him. They got to the living room and Allen drew his brows, seeing the strange faces in the living room. As he drew closer, they all stood up. "Hello, Mr Scott," they greeted in unison.He got closer and stood before them. "Hello to you too. How may I help you?" He asked. "I am Moses Banks, this man beside me," he pointed at the man by his right side. "Is Lake Hall. And the second here is Dennis. We are all aware of your position as the subject been
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"Brother I-" Steph barged into the room and her words hung in her throat when she saw Allen and Mary jerked up. Just when their lips met, they got distracted. Steph who had noticed what they were doing, looked down embarrassed. "I am sorry for barging in this way," she apologized. Allen's eyes stretched wide, realizing what he had done with Mary. He looked at her and noticed she looked embarrassed and was trying not to look at anyone. He cursed inwardly and rubbed the back of his neck "What happened to me? What was I about to do?" He asked, mad at himself. "I can come back later. It's not important," Steph said and made to leave but Mary stopped her. "You don't have to go anywhere, Steph. I am about to leave," she said and hurried out in embarrassment. Immediately she did, Steph's lips curled up into a smile as she faced her brother. "Big bro, what is going on?" She asked cheekily. Allen rubbed his neck and sat on his bed. He was still trying to figure out what had happened to
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All of them stared at him, surprised to see a different person. Allen let out a deep breath and stood up. "I have gone through the first step of my plan and that is going to Josh's company. I've been able to convince someone important to join me."Josh drew his brows, wondering who he was referring to as the important person. "Who is that?""I will let you know when the time comes," he answered. "So what is your next plan?" Steph asked, worried about her brother and at the same time, glad he wasn't having so much anger that she thought would ruin him. "I will be visiting the safe very soon. I think my money is long over due there," he answered. "Are you crazy!" Steph and Maryjane chorused at the same time, with their eyes popped open. "Why would you plan to do that when you know the situation surrounding you?" Dr Thompson asked. "I won't be able to do this on my own. I will need all your help but you don't have to worry, no one would be in danger because this. I have a plan and
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Allen looked intently but found nothing. He drew his brows and looked at the old man. "What do you want me to see there? There is nothing except water," he answered. "Look carefully."Allen strained his eyes, trying to see what he was talking about but there was nothing. Was the old man imagining something there? It could be possible because his sight most have gone bad, he thought."There is nothing there," He answered, confident about it.The old man clicked his tongue and gave him a light got on his shoulder. "That is what you think. It is because you allow your eyes are what you want it to see. Look deeper and you will find what I am showing you."Allen looked closely and it took a while before he saw something floating on the water. "What is that?" He asked. "That is something I put on the water. Don't worry, I will get it out," he answered and laughed. Allen wondered why he didn't notice t at first. The old man laughed to his heart content and faced him again. "You see, not
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Allen drove down the road, heading for his villa. His first mission for the day was accomplished and that was getting Mr Benson to his side. Getting the others would be easy. He suddenly took a different turn, heading for the beach instead. "Why are you going to the beach?" Ultimate asked. "I need a time to myself. I have a lot going on and all I can think of right now is bringing the project Erubus society down. My anger is really overwhelming me and now, I am really worried," he answered and let out a deep breath. "Every one keeps telling me to calm down and not make wrong decisions because of my emotions. I think they are right. I need to calm down so I can handle this mission as calmly as I can.""That's a great step, Allen. Anger is a strong feeling of displeasure, hostility towards someone, usually with an urge to harm. It's good you decide to calm yourself down."Allen laughed at how ultimate read out the meaning of anger to him. He focused his attention on the road until he
