In an empty warehouse, there was a man who suffered greatly from his ambition. Even though he asked the parents of the woman he loved for their most sincere blessing, they still opposed his marriage to their daughter.
Ace Barnes, a man who was orphaned and had one brother who was mentally ill. Ace, who works as a psychiatric nurse, is looked down upon by the Lay family, owners of the largest Electronics company in the country. They couldn't accept their daughter who was a lawyer marrying a lowly nurse, who only lived with the insane in the hospital.
" Dad... Please stop," he whispered.
Dallen Dariel Lay did not hear his. He kept stepping on Ace's left foot and twisting it, hitting Ace's head with a golf club, slapping him, pouring water over his scarred and bleeding face. Now he was helpless. His body was broken, his blood wouldn't stop coming out, and his heart was broken. He always had no energy when he met the Lay family. He always thought of Agnes, Lay's current girlfriend. If he fought Agnes' parents, then he would have broken Agnes' heart, and Ace didn't want that to happen.
"You have to stop, asshole! I will not approve of your marriage! What will happen to my future, if my daughter marries a poor man?!" snapped Dallen. He was getting more and more brutal now, the cane swinging higher and higher until Ace could barely breathe.
"Do you think that Agnes is an investment?! She's a child who grew up with a lot of trauma, because from a young age you always beat her and demanded that she be perfect! That's not how you raise a child-"
"What do you know about my daughter?! I've known Agnes longer than you, poor guy!" Dallen interrupted Ace's words. Dallen kept hitting Ace's body to shut him up.
The middle-aged man with white hair color was the CEO of a wealth-crazed DE company. He always did dirty things to benefit his business. He even plans to marry Agnes off to the son of another company. There is no room for Agnes to choose her life. The freedom that Agnes is looking for is just wishful thinking.
Ace wanted to help Agnes get over her trauma, Ace wanted to give Agnes the life she wanted, but their obstacle was Agnes' parents. The requirements to marry Agnes were too tough. He could have worked in a big company as he was quite accomplished and had good skills.
However, Ace chose to become a psychiatric nurse. He wanted to accompany Felix, who was his brother with a mental illness. If there was no Ace, who would accompany Felix? He thought. Ace also loved Agnes very much. In fact, the more Ace knew how Agnes had survived until now, the more Ace didn't want to leave her. He forgot about the pain in his body now. He realized that the two people he loved the most had to be saved immediately.
"Honey, I think that's enough. Let's just drop him from this floor. When he dies, we will have no criminal record. Agnes will marry Brian and we will win," said Emily Giselle Lay, Agnes' cruel mother. She smiled then leaned close to Ace's ear and whispered, "A just life doesn't exist. Ambition is just nonsense. If your life is short of money, then be prepared for suffering. But you must remember, there is someone who wants to rescue you from that suffering and that is me."
Ace's body was already tied up. He couldn't walk. He also couldn't blink his eyes due to the severe injuries. With stinging lips, he forced himself to speak to Emilly.
"What are you saying?!" asked Ace angrily.
"Death, of course. Only death can free you from suffering, Ace," she replied.
Ace widened his eyes. He shouldn't have been surprised that he would be killed. He just wasn't ready to leave his brother and Agnes. Ace was a kind-hearted boy and his life was full of suffering, never complaining much. It would be a shame, if he died in vain like this. Ace was afraid, after his death, who could protect Agnes, get her out of Hell? He thought at this moment.
Ace shed tears in front of Dallen and Emily. They thought that Ace was scared about what they would do to Ace. No, Ace thought that the ones in danger were Agnes and Felix. This poor boy, even in the midst of danger, was thinking of others.
Emily and Dallen lifted Ace's body in front of the glassless window. They intended to drop Ace here. But the sound of fast footsteps was heard by them. Ace and the others looked back.
"Let him go!" shouted the young girl with the all-black suit and long hair. She was Agnes Brianna Lay, the daughter of Dallen and Emily.
Agnes grabbed her lover's body and hugged her. The girl was crying so hard. In fact, Agnes' parents had just found out that such a graceful and dignified girl could cry this loudly.
Meanwhile, Dallen was disappointed in Agnes. He didn't like it when women cried even to this extent. In his opinion, it was a disgrace. His daughter should be molded into a smart, graceful, resilient girl who never cried. Dallen wanted Agnes to be perfect, without weakness. Dallen was the devil.
"Agnes, what are you doing here? This is supposed to be your date with Brian!" Emily was furious with Agnes. She had planned her daughter's meeting with Brian, but Agnes had gone here instead.
Dallen pulled her daughter's hand hard. Agnes' wrist was red. Dallen also slapped Agnes mercilessly. Several times, just like Dallen did to Ace.
"You useless child. I prepared a good future for you, but you went to this poor man!"
This was something Agnes was used to. A slap from her father was something she could endure, rather than marrying someone she never loved. Bad things like being poured with cold water, locked in the bathroom or in the basement, Agnes was ready for it all.
"Dad, please, don't kill Ace. I'm going to marry Brian, so let Ace live," Agnes pleaded. She begged while enduring the pain all over her body. Blue bruises were visible now.
Dallen stopped hurting Agnes and Ace. Instead, he called the secretary to bring Dallen's bodyguards here. Meanwhile, Ace was shocked by Agnes' words to her father. Yes, Ace could understand now. No matter how hard he tried to protect Agnes, Agnes' parents were more powerful than Ace. Now, Ace didn't know anything. He was frozen.
Agnes and Ace were taken by Dallen to his house. Agnes received treatment for the wounds made by her father, while Ace was locked up in the basement. This basement was very cold. He was even put in Dallen's prison cell. Ace's body was shivering, his wounds untreated. Dallen pretended to Agnes that Ace was being treated in his father's room. Not only was Ace locked up, his hands and feet were bound. His mouth was duct-taped with black tape. It was so painful. The humid room was like hell. Although Agnes had let Ace go, Dallen had not. He wanted to torture Ace more and more. Dallen wanted to make Ace suffer so much that he begged for death. "Agnes, I'm sorry," Ace said in his heart.Ace leaned his back against the wall. He was having trouble breathing because of the duct tape. Hoping that the desperate man's tears would loosen the duct tape, then cry harder. Yes, men are human too. He deserves to cry if he's really hurt. Tears rolled down his scarred cheeks and blood flowed from hi
Today was Agnes' funeral. At Lay's residence, journalists had been waiting outside the house since dawn. They were willing to camp on the side of the road just to get clear information. Although they knew that Dallen would be holding a press conference later in the afternoon, the stubborn reporters wanted to see Agnes now. Agnes is active on social media, so journalists and outsiders alike know that Agnes has a kind and fun personality. Not only reporters, but art lovers also came to Lay's residence. Agnes is a lawyer because her father told her to. Although she wanted to be a famous painter and singer. But she managed to share a bit of her talent on social media. A perfect woman like Agnes died, like a dream for someone who truly loved her.A white car was seen putting the coffin inside. Some reporters saw it and immediately took pictures with sobs. "Agnes, I want to see you live longer!""The Lay family had a great and generous daughter!""What a pity, she was going to get marrie
The man wearing the equipment was Ace. From earlier, he could only watch the news on television, about the death of his girlfriend and her slander. Just like Agnes said, Ace couldn't protect Agnes. Then the man beside Ace was Bob, Dallen's bodyguard. He had orders to kill Ace and throw him into the sea, along with Felix. But he didn't carry out the order. "Why are you here? Did Dallen tell you to keep an eye on me?" Ace asked in a heavy voice. Ace currently had no idea about why he was brought here. Even though Ace was lying weak and receiving treatment, Ace knew that this place was not a hospital, but a bedroom. He had many questions, but Bob would explain everything. Bob took a chair to sit next to Ace. He put two hands on his chin. "Alright, I'll explain everything. I'm Bob, you know, I'm Dallen's bodyguard. He told me to kill you, but I didn't want to do it. Then, he also wanted me to throw Felix and you into the sea, so that no one could find you. But don't worry, Felix was b
"Sir, here are the documents you need." A woman with a tall body, fair skin, flowing black hair, and large breasts delivered the documents to Ace with her mischievous behavior. Yes, Ace's life now was different from his previous life. Ace was not a psychiatric nurse anymore. He was the CEO of the AB Electronics company. A company that produced high quality electronic goods with luxurious models. In recent years, Ace has been able to compete with companies from all over the world. Everyone knew about this new company that had been running for seven years. Everyone, from any country, wants the goods released from the AB Electronics company, even if they have to spend a lot of money. According to rumors, people who buy electronics from this company are state officials, actors, and even rich people in all countries. People with middle to lower income need to save longer to buy AB Elektronik products. The reason everyone wants it is not because it's luxurious, but AB Elektronik's produc
A private plane was waiting for Ace. Several of Ace's bodyguards were lined up neatly in a long line. They wore black suits and sunglasses. Then the man who was their boss walked over while fixing his rolex watch. Ace wore a black suit and pants, with a white shirt and gray tie with a checkered pattern. Not to forget, he was wearing square-shaped anti-radiation glasses. The glasses were a gift from Agnes. He still wears them today. Her suitcase was carried by the BodyGuard, and the bag containing important documents was held by Meghan. "You always look great with those glasses. You look more mature," Meghan said to Ace. Ace smiled in return. Meanwhile, Meghan wore a red shirt, with a black suit and short skirt. She also wore seven-centimeter high heels. They went up the stairs of the plane, and sat in the middle. While the front and rear benches were filled by the BodyGuard. They were ready to depart for the country of Torre Alta, with business development and revenge as their m
Seeing Ace panicking, Meghan also felt uneasy. "What if I look into the situation at Bob's house?" Meghan made an offer to Ace. "What would you do at Bob's house?" Ace asked. He frowned in disbelief, even though Meghan had worked with him several times and Meghan was a smart person. Meghan clapped her hands in front of Ace's face. "Good question. I'll be working for you, starting today. You'd be surprised what I'm going to do," Meghan said as she went to the back seat, opened her suitcase and then she started to undress. "You crazy woman! Are you going to change here?!" Ace always got goosebumps from Meghan's outrageous actions. Meghan always surprised everyone. Ace and his driver got out of the car quickly. But there was something that made Ace uncomfortable. It was the women's stares at him. In the past, Ace had never gotten such stares from women. Apparently, living abroad as well as here, many women liked him. Building up his muscles and straightening his hair had a good effe
"What?! Then what did you say?" Meghan was in such a panic that she checked every corner of the room with her sophisticated device that could detect eavesdroppers or small CCTVs. Sound!"Take it easy, it's because of the CCTV in this room," Bob said while showing the CCTV in the living room. Meghan sighed with relief. At least, no one knows their conversation now. Bob continued talking. "Dallen seems to suspect me about Ace and Felix. But luckily, I have a video of me dumping two suitcases. What Dallen knows is that the two suitcases are Ace and Felix, even though I only put the two suitcases with dolls," he continued. "So what are you going to do now?" Meghan asked Bob. "It seems like it would be too long to talk here. What if you make me meet Ace? I have a lot to tell him, because a lot has happened here," Bob asked and Meghan agreed. Meghan and Bob went to the hotel where Ace was staying. They left by taxi and at separate times. To be careful, if Dallen or his BodyGuard were
Ace had spent two months in Torre Alta. His only daily activity is working as the CEO, but he has not yet dared to enter the AB Elektronik office in Torre Alta. He always asks his right-hand man to keep an eye on the company's development in this branch of the country. Because the easiest job was for the company's position in Torre Alta to become number one, then Dallen's company could collapse and it was difficult to find the company's identity. Although Ace was working at home, he was earning more and more. The sales rate was getting higher from various countries, many of which were interested in his products. Meanwhile, Ace also enjoyed creating new products that attracted more attention. To Ace's surprise, when he had two electronic products that were limited, that is, there were only two in the whole world, a person named Dallen from a large company in Torre Alta blatantly bought to the company center. But unfortunately, the product was sold out. Dallen lost his chance. Hearing
"Of course. I will help you. You don't have to worry. But what about your kids?" Ace asked. "He's been home alone since last night. Is Dallen not going to do anything to my son?" said Mr. Aben. Aben's son was 12 years old and he was still in school. When Aben went to headquarters five, it just so happened that his son was at his friend's house because of a group assignment. Mr. Aben thought that he would be home on time, but instead he ended up being tortured at the base for longer and got his comeuppance from Dallen. "Let me take the boy from your house," Bob said to Aben. "Not you!" said Meghan. She stepped inside to block Bob's path. "Why?" Bob said with a confused expression. "If there is Dallen in the house, he will see you," Meghan replied. "Meghan is right. This is too risky for you," said Ace. "I'll go," said Doctor John. He immediately took some snacks and water into his backpack. Not only that, Doctor John also brought some medicine in case Aben's son got hurt. "Ar
After Bob heard Ace's explanation, he began to accept Doctor John as a new member of the team. But Meghan was different, she ran towards Aben. Meghan took something out of her pocket, and it was a gun. The gun was held close to Doctor John's head. "Hey, Meghan! What are you doing?!" Bob shouted hysterically. "Did you promise you wouldn't betray us? You know that Ace was deeply hurt in her past. If you have other intentions, I'd better kill you right here," said Meghan with the gun pointed at Doctor John's head. Doctor John raised his hands. "I understand you are worried about me. I dare to risk my life if I betray. Clearly, I will do no such thing," Doctor John replied. Ace approached Meghan with slow steps. He took the gun out of her reach quickly. Then with his eagle eyes he said, "You must be sure, Meghan. He won't betray me or you. I'll bet on it. Please, believe me. Just as you have always believed in all my decisions," he said in a small voice. Meghan saw Ace as a true fr
"After arriving at his house, we will introduce ourselves," Bob said to the man who was a Fisherman. For some reason, the man felt trust in Ace because he was the one who was saved from Dallen. He felt confident that he would be taken to a safe place. In addition, Ace was busy with the many medicines and bandages given to the man in front of him. Without a single word he said, he seemed very focused and emotional that day. At Ace's house...There was Meghan drinking a glass of red wine, dressed in her usual revealing attire, showing off her curves. Meghan walked up to Ace intending to greet him, but the injured man distracted her. "Who is he? Why is he hurt? Hey, didn't you bring me along on this mission?!" Meghan put away her red wine and went to help the injured man. Even though Ace had taken care of him, Ace asked Meghan to call a doctor to his house. Meghan went with her cell phone and called the doctor Ace was referring to. The doctor seemed like he already knew Ace. He wen
That night, Ace and Bob except Meghan went to the fifth base that Bob said. Since the fifth base was closer than their place, Ace wanted to go there right now. With a special black car, complete with a box containing many black, red, green and yellow cables. Normally, the box was used by Meghan, but today Meghan had to fill the stage with her melodious voice. Besides, they both came in their black clothes. Bob would not enter the fifth headquarters, because he was afraid of being suspected by his bodyguard Dallen. For that reason, Bob parked their car far from the base. When they could already see the fifth base that Bob mentioned, Ace picked up his bike. "Ace, are you really going to do it?" Bob asked Ace to make sure. Ace nodded. He was already very confident about his action tonight. Especially, when he saw in the document earlier that Dalllen took a lot of casualties and it was more than two hundred. With his bicycle, Ace started pedaling to the fifth base. When he saw it fr
The next day, as the sun was about to set, Ace was getting ready to change his clothes. He wore a blue suit and, not forgetting, a logo of the express company. Ace packed the necessary items. Replaced his watch with the cheapest and most common watch on the market. Wore a black hat and hid half of his face. Sprayed a strange perfume with the smell of the sun. Then, Ace chose a white car that was often used by expresses. Before leaving, he made an express logo on his car. The car looked very similar to a delivery car. Ace got into the car. Occasionally, Ace looked back to see the large items that Ace had neatly packed. With a serious expression, Ace started to get out of the trunk and was ready to deliver the goods. "Today's weather is great for surprises," Ace said in his car. On the way, Ace listened to the radio, which was reporting on Ace's company. He couldn't stop smiling, as his company was getting more and more successful. On the radio program, an announcer invited someone
Ace had spent two months in Torre Alta. His only daily activity is working as the CEO, but he has not yet dared to enter the AB Elektronik office in Torre Alta. He always asks his right-hand man to keep an eye on the company's development in this branch of the country. Because the easiest job was for the company's position in Torre Alta to become number one, then Dallen's company could collapse and it was difficult to find the company's identity. Although Ace was working at home, he was earning more and more. The sales rate was getting higher from various countries, many of which were interested in his products. Meanwhile, Ace also enjoyed creating new products that attracted more attention. To Ace's surprise, when he had two electronic products that were limited, that is, there were only two in the whole world, a person named Dallen from a large company in Torre Alta blatantly bought to the company center. But unfortunately, the product was sold out. Dallen lost his chance. Hearing
"What?! Then what did you say?" Meghan was in such a panic that she checked every corner of the room with her sophisticated device that could detect eavesdroppers or small CCTVs. Sound!"Take it easy, it's because of the CCTV in this room," Bob said while showing the CCTV in the living room. Meghan sighed with relief. At least, no one knows their conversation now. Bob continued talking. "Dallen seems to suspect me about Ace and Felix. But luckily, I have a video of me dumping two suitcases. What Dallen knows is that the two suitcases are Ace and Felix, even though I only put the two suitcases with dolls," he continued. "So what are you going to do now?" Meghan asked Bob. "It seems like it would be too long to talk here. What if you make me meet Ace? I have a lot to tell him, because a lot has happened here," Bob asked and Meghan agreed. Meghan and Bob went to the hotel where Ace was staying. They left by taxi and at separate times. To be careful, if Dallen or his BodyGuard were
Seeing Ace panicking, Meghan also felt uneasy. "What if I look into the situation at Bob's house?" Meghan made an offer to Ace. "What would you do at Bob's house?" Ace asked. He frowned in disbelief, even though Meghan had worked with him several times and Meghan was a smart person. Meghan clapped her hands in front of Ace's face. "Good question. I'll be working for you, starting today. You'd be surprised what I'm going to do," Meghan said as she went to the back seat, opened her suitcase and then she started to undress. "You crazy woman! Are you going to change here?!" Ace always got goosebumps from Meghan's outrageous actions. Meghan always surprised everyone. Ace and his driver got out of the car quickly. But there was something that made Ace uncomfortable. It was the women's stares at him. In the past, Ace had never gotten such stares from women. Apparently, living abroad as well as here, many women liked him. Building up his muscles and straightening his hair had a good effe
A private plane was waiting for Ace. Several of Ace's bodyguards were lined up neatly in a long line. They wore black suits and sunglasses. Then the man who was their boss walked over while fixing his rolex watch. Ace wore a black suit and pants, with a white shirt and gray tie with a checkered pattern. Not to forget, he was wearing square-shaped anti-radiation glasses. The glasses were a gift from Agnes. He still wears them today. Her suitcase was carried by the BodyGuard, and the bag containing important documents was held by Meghan. "You always look great with those glasses. You look more mature," Meghan said to Ace. Ace smiled in return. Meanwhile, Meghan wore a red shirt, with a black suit and short skirt. She also wore seven-centimeter high heels. They went up the stairs of the plane, and sat in the middle. While the front and rear benches were filled by the BodyGuard. They were ready to depart for the country of Torre Alta, with business development and revenge as their m