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From Humiliation to Godhood 35: A New Dawn in Medicine [4]
Gasps echoed throughout the ballroom as the bright red stain bloomed against Daniel Mercer’s trembling fingers. He stared at his palm in shock, his breath coming in sharp, uneven gasps. The entire room seemed to freeze in that instant.A doctor in the front row surged to his feet, pointing accusingly at the stage.“Is that blood?!” he bellowed.The crowd erupted into chaos.“He’s coughing up blood!” a woman shrieked.“Damn it! These oriental doctors!” another doctor snapped, his face red with fury. “I knew this was a sham! He’s just made things worse—he’s going to kill the patient!”More voices joined in.“This is what happens when you let superstition replace real medicine!”“That poor man, someone stop this before it’s too late!”“Jarvis, you brought us here for this?”Camera flashes erupted like wildfire, journalists scrambling to capture every second of what they now assumed was a disaster. Some of the medical professionals rushed toward the stage, prepared to intervene, to expos
From Humiliation to Godhood 36: A New Dawn in Medicine [5]
Jarvis continued, “Whatever you need, whatever answers you crave, you will have them soon,” he declared. “This is not just medicine. This is beyond medicine. But know this… you can be healed. All of you can be healed.”The room was no longer filled with doubt, but with a frantic need to understand what had just happened.“Even Jarvis Grave is certain about this… then this is real.”The murmurs spread like wildfire.“A miracle? A real miracle?” someone whispered, their voice hushed, almost afraid to believe it.“I don’t understand…” a doctor muttered, shaking his head in disbelief. “This goes against everything we know…. everything!”One of the older surgeons scoffed. “That’s because it’s not science. It’s something else entirely…” He swallowed hard. “And that scares me.”Meanwhile, the journalists were scrambling.“Get a shot of him! Get Azrael before he disappears!”“Mr. Grave, when will he be available for interviews?”“Can we confirm who Azrael really is?”A woman in the audience c
From Humiliation to Godhood 37: A New Dawn in Medicine [6]
“Diane Lancaster?” David blinked, carefully choosing his words. “Ah, yes, but Mr. Valon, I represent the Lancaster family, along with my son, Ethan Lancaster. If this is about business, we’re more than prepared for a discussion.”Kane barely spared him a glance before shaking his head. “She’s not here? Then there’s no need for me to stay.”He turned to leave, but Greg quickly spoke up.“Mr. Valon,” he called, his voice eager. “I heard the Lancaster family has an investment opportunity with Jarvis Grave?”Kane paused, then looked at him with a faint nod. “You’re fortunate. Someone is backing you…”And with that cryptic remark, he walked away, leaving the Lancasters staring after him in confusion.“What the hell does that mean?” David muttered.Brianna scoffed, folding her arms. “Dad, Grandpa, what did I tell you? Diane must have spread her legs for him. Why else would he be looking for her?”Ethan nodded smugly. “She’s such a whore.”Margaret wrinkled her nose. “Disgusting.”Greg, howe
From Humiliation to Godhood 38: Little experiment
“Her birthday is coming up.”Edward informed Leon about Diane’s upcoming birthday. He had uncovered the detail during his research on her and figured Leon should be aware.Later, as Leon stepped out of the hotel, intending to head home, he halted at the entrance. Just ahead, Diane and Isabella stood face-to-face.“want you to stay away from Leon. He’s mine,” Isabella declared with a serious gaze.Diane felt uncomfortable by her words. “Um… I would, but you’re not married to him anymore, right? So, I don’t see how I’m doing anything wrong here.”Isabella scoffed, her lips curling in disdain. “You? A whore like you? Brianna, your own cousin, told me all about you. Do you really think someone like you has a chance with Leon? Stay away from him.”“Brianna is lying,” Diana shook her head. “Slandering me is her favorite pastime.” She exhaled sharply before continuing, “And for the record, Leon is my friend. You don’t have to be this worked up over it. Besides, aren’t you with Victor Marston
From Humiliation to Godhood 39: Diane’s Birthday [1]
It was the day of Diane’s birthday, or rather, Gregory Lancaster’s. Another grand event in less than a week.Although the spectacle at Grand Majestic Hotel was still the talk of the town, it didn’t stop the Lancasters from throwing an extravagant celebration for Old Gregory Lancaster’s birthday.This time, they had chosen Reign Hotel as the venue.Reign Hotel was one of the most luxurious establishments in Brookdale, boasting ten floors, each representing a different level of exclusivity and prestige just like Echelon. The higher the floor, the greater the status, and the steeper the price. Even access to the first floor required a net worth of at least tens of millions.For Gregory Lancaster’s birthday, the event was set on the third floor. While it wasn’t the highest, the Lancasters were still thrilled. For most of them, the second floor had been the farthest they’d ever gone. Even Gregory himself wasn’t qualified to book the third floor—he had only managed it with the backing of a
From Humiliation to Godhood 40: Diane’s Birthday [2]
Diane was momentarily stunned, not expecting Leon to bring her flowers. Moments ago, under the weight of so many judgmental stares, she had been drowning in stress. But now, just seeing him eased the tension in her shoulders, grounding her in a way she couldn’t quite explain.That familiar sense of security wrapped around her again, something she always felt in his presence.With a soft smile, she accepted the bouquet. “I’m glad you’re here.”Leon nodded, but as his gaze shifted, it landed on Isabella, who was staring at him in disbelief.She remembered the flowers he used to give her—small gestures, never a full bouquet. ‘What the hell is going on?’ A restless, uneasy feeling churned inside her.Before the silence could settle, Ethan let out a mocking chuckle.“I knew you’d show up,” he sneered. “Diane, seriously? You actually brought a freeloader to Grandpa’s birthday? As if you and your parents weren’t enough of a burden.”The crowd began to murmur.Murmurs rippled through the crow
From Humiliation to Godhood 41: Diane’s birthday [3]
Old Gregory Lancaster approached the heavyset man and took a seat beside him, flashing a pleased smile. “David, let me introduce you to Larry Payson from Vale Group. He oversees the company’s purchasing department.”At the mention of Vale Group, a major corporation in Brookdale and a key business partner of the Lancaster family, Donald and Abigail’s eyes immediately lit up with hope. The success of the Lancaster business largely depended on Larry Payson’s decisions.Donald quickly bowed in greeting. “Mr. Payson, it’s an honor to meet you!”“Likewise.” Larry took a slow puff from his cigar, his eyes locked onto Diane with an unsettling interest.Greg’s tone cooled slightly as he continued, “The progress of our project with Vale Group has been unsatisfactory. Brianna has been managing the deal, which is worth over 60 million. However, according to Mr. Payson, he requires… someone like Diane to take over.”Brianna merely scoffed at the remark. ‘Like hell this is about business. He just h
From Humiliation to Godhood 42: Diane’s birthday [4]
Greg frown at the unexpected interruption. “And who exactly are you?”Ethan, on the other hand, was livid. “Grandpa, don’t waste your time on this bastard! And you, get lost! How dare you insert yourself into a conversation that’s way out of your league?!”Leon turned his gaze on Ethan, his eyes sharp and intense. The weight of that stare alone sent a strange chill down Ethan’s spine, making him feel really uneasy.“Say one more word, and you’ll break your teeth.”Ethan scoffed. “Did you just…”Before he could finish, his fist shot up, and before he knew it, slammed into the side of his own mouth.“OW!” He stumbled back, clutching his face in shock. When he pulled his hand away, blood stained his palm.The entire room fell into stunned silence. Even Leon arched an amused brow. ‘Ahh… I've forgotten my dominion works in small ways, although, there's a little difference now...’For a while, nobody said anything, all staring at Ethan like he was crazy.Brianna nudged him. “Why the hell w
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58: Apex Clinic 1
At the Lancaster Villa, inside Gregory’s study room, the family was having a meeting. It was a situation that was frustrating for them. The air was stiff with tension, the kind that pressed down on everyone’s shoulders.Jarvis Grave demanded to see just Diane before they could sign a contract with him, and it put them in a very tight spot“D-dad…” Brianna said with a frown, her arms folded tightly across her chest. “Do we really have to let Diane take all the glory?” There was a bite in her voice, the kind that masked insecurity. She hated how Diane always seemed to find her way into the spotlight, even when she wasn’t around.David shook his head, lost in deep thought. “Are you saying that poor guy… what was his name again? Was involved?” he asked Ethan, clearly trying to piece things together.Ethan nodded, and explained to them what Leon had said about Jarvis owing him, and which was why Jarvis gave Diane such a birthday celebration and made Diane the one to have the business meet
57: The underground vault
At Brookdale Heights Plaza, Leon and Jarvis were welcomed with respect. Security guards flanked them on both sides, but Jarvis waved them off as Leon confidently led the way into the plaza, as if drawn by an invisible thread.He didn’t need directions, because he could feel it.They moved through the busy mall until they reached a corner, far from the crowd. There, behind a faded sign reading Authorized Personnel Only, stood a narrow maintenance door which looked unremarkable to any passerby.Leon’s lips curled slightly.He pushed the door open and stepped inside. The room beyond was dim, filled with scattered tools, dusty boxes, and the faint hum of old pipes. But Leon didn’t glance at any of it. His steps led him to the far wall, where he crouched and placed a hand against the floor.Jarvis stood back, watching. All he saw was just concrete.Leon sighed quietly, eyes narrowing at the wall in front of him. Then he rose and turned to Jarvis. “Step back.”Although confused, Jarvie shif
56: Grave Headquarters 2
Ethan froze as Jarvis made his way toward them. “He’s really down here?” he muttered under his breath. His gaze flicked to Leon with irritation before settling on the powerful man drawing near.For a moment, Ethan could only stare, his eyes wide, his breath caught in his throat. Jarvis Grave, in the flesh. The man his father had spent years trying to get close to… and now he was standing just a few feet away. Ethan had done what his father couldn’t.Even Chloe too was mesmerised.All around them, the elite of Cedar Creek tried to get Jarvis’ attention, but his security team formed a tight wall, keeping them at bay.Ethan straightened, puffing out his chest as he cleared his throat. “Mr. Grave,” he said proudly, “it’s an honor to meet you. I’m Ethan Lancaster. We were scheduled for the 10:00 meeting.”Jarvis glanced at his watch, brows knitting. “Ten o’clock? It’s already ten past.”Ethan blinked, tension slipping into his voice as he rushed to explain. “I’m terribly sorry for the dela
55: Grave’s Headquarters 1
Leon had come to Grave Headquarters at Jarvis’s request about something important as he was told, but he stayed and waited in the lobby waiting when he realized that Jarvis was busy speaking with a group of older men, likely discussing matters related to Azrael.He recalled that today was also the day Diane was supposed to meet with Jarvis… so seeing Ethan show up caught him off guard.Ethan stood before him with arms crossed, towering over him with a glare full of resentment. “What’s your deal with Jarvis Grave, huh? Tell me, what kind of stunt did you pull that day at my father’s birthday? You humiliated my family. You cost my grandfather a huge opportunity. Diane and her family did not deserve to dine on the tenth floor, but you… because of you… how?”Leon looked up at him, expression calm. “I don’t owe you an explanation.”“Yes, you do!” Ethan snapped. “You owe my family! You’re not just poor, you were even dumped in an orphanage by your own family. There’s nothing special about y
54: Leon’s new home
Leon was given a full tour of his new residence, each room introduced with its specific function. He was even assigned a few maids to handle all cleaning duties and a private estate chef to prepare his meals.Maple Grove stood as one of the most prestigious residential areas in all of Brookdale, spanning over 5,000 acres and housing 166 grand estates, each designed with expansive country living in mind. Despite its size, 50 of the units remained unsold, not due to a lack of wealthy buyers, but because few met the strict requirements for ownership.Developed by Christopher Vale himself, Maple Grove was more than just a place to live, it was a statement of status. Ownership wasn’t a matter of money alone; it required qualification. No matter how wealthy or eager a buyer might be, even offering ten times the original price, if they didn’t meet the criteria, they wouldn’t be allowed to own property there.Each estate had a starting value of forty million, but the one granted to Leon was w
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Leon came out from the lake, dragging his soaked body onto the shore. His clothes clung to him, drenched and heavy, as he collapsed onto the ground, water dripping from every inch of him. “They really do have a habit of tossing people into lakes around here,” he muttered, shaking his head in mild irritation. His gaze dropped to his waterlogged clothes with a frown, then shifted back to the lake’s surface which was tainted with the blood of a lot of people. “With all this modern progress, humans still haven’t outgrown the need to kill each other,” he said under his breath. As he scanned the shadows surrounding him, his eyes locked onto a figure, Jarvis, standing just behind him. Furrowing his brows, he stood up to his feet, turning to him. “You followed me again, didn't you?” Jarvis quickly shook his head. “No. I was… trying to protect you, but my guards were useless, and too late. I was told you were killed and thrown into the lake by Victor Marston.” Leon’s lips curved
53: Shot in the head and tossed like a corpse
Leon came out from the lake, dragging his soaked body onto the shore. His clothes clung to him, drenched and heavy, as he collapsed onto the ground, water dripping from every inch of him.“They really do have a habit of tossing people into lakes around here,” he muttered, shaking his head in mild irritation.His gaze dropped to his waterlogged clothes with a frown, then shifted back to the lake’s surface which was tainted with the blood of a lot of people.“With all this modern progress, humans still haven’t outgrown the need to kill each other,” he said under his breath. As he scanned the shadows surrounding him, his eyes locked onto a figure, Jarvis, standing just behind him.Furrowing his brows, he stood up to his feet, turning to him. “You followed me again, didn't you?”Jarvis quickly shook his head. “No. I was… trying to protect you, but my guards were useless, and too late. I was told you were killed and thrown into the lake by Victor Marston.”Leon’s lips curved into a dry, m
52: Visit from a goddess
Isabella stormed into the house, slamming her handbag onto the couch and letting out a furious scream. It was already late, but Gerald, still awake, descended the stairs when he heard the commotion.“Isabella, are you alright?” he asked, concern in his voice.She turned to look at her father. Then she shook her head with a crying face. “No, Daddy, I’m not okay! Not even close!”“What happened?” Gerald asked, then added, “And I heard about the celebration at Reign Hotel on the tenth floor. You must have seen it yourself... it’s all over the news.”Isabella let out a bitter laugh and nodded. “Yes. I don't know how Leon did it, but it was him. He threw a birthday celebration for his new girlfriend, Diane Lancaster.”Gerald was taken aback by it. “Isabella, what are you trying to say? That worthless boy? The one I used to chew out like nothing? He was nothing more than my punching bag! Hosting an event on the tenth floor? You must be joking.”“I wish I was,” Isabella muttered. “And everyo
51: The true subject [2]
Leon had woken up just as the car pulled up in front of a warehouse. Two men roughly shoved him out of the vehicle, but he played along, looking around and wondering what was going on. Then his gaze tilted at the entrance. There stood Victor with a smirk on his face, but there was something about him now. Something darker.Victor chuckled and walked over to him. “Well, well, Leon. I heard you had a… big day today. Pretty surprising to say the least.”“You reek of death, Victor,” Leon said, his eyes narrowing. “What the hell have you been up to?”A slow, satisfied grin spread across Victor’s face. “You wouldn’t believe me if I told you. You see… I’ve been experimenting on ways to kill you, and I finally had a breakthrough. And now, I got my hands on the true subject.” He looked Leon in the eyes “You.”Leon raised an eyebrow. “You killed people just to kill me?”Victor nodded with enthusiasm. “Yes! You know what? Come on, let me show you. You’ll know them.”Leon followed him into the
