"Hm... what happened? Why are you making that worried face again?" The lady in front of Athena said, her chestnut brown hair was neatly pulled back in a sleek bun, and her hazel eyes shone with quiet intelligence. Despite her understated appearance, there was an unmistakable aura of confidence and luxury around her.Athena smiled, "We came here to talk about you. Don't look at me like that.""What do you mean talk about me when you are the one whose dad has been disturbing to get married, bring a man home.""I tried Layla. I really tried." Athena sighed."Yes, but none of them were like him." Layla leaned forward, smiling at her friend. But Athena did not give her the same energy, she rolled her eyes away."Athy..."Athena bowed her head, "I know... it's been long and I'm way over it. I just find it weird, I thought it was going to work and he was a cool guy...""And you loved him." Layla completed her statement as she hesitated."What does it matter? I've tried out other guys and som
The bustling city of Birmingham never sleeps, and neither did its underworld. In a dimly lit beer parlor on the outskirts of the city, a group of old men was huddled together, drinking and talking in hushed tones.The topic of discussion was Naitatu, the Dragon of Destruction. He was a notorious mafia gang leader who had recently risen to power and was making all the other gangs bow before him."Have you heard about Naitatu?" one of the men asked, taking a swig of his beer.The others nodded solemnly. They all knew about the Dragon. He was a force to be reckoned with, and his reputation preceded him."He's taken over the entire city," another man said. "No one can touch him."The first man shook his head. "He's not just some small-time gang leader. He's got connections all over the world. He's got power that goes beyond Birmingham. If you know a gang tell them not to mess with him.""What are you saying? I heard the Black Snake Gang are still holding their own against him." Another pu
"A lot has been put in place to make sure that the peace continues and to deceive the others that you are still around.""Will it work?" Aiden asked the muscled man standing next to him in a white suit and black shirt. He was seated with one leg crossed and a small round table beside him and on that round table was a whiskey bottle and a glass cup.He glanced through the papers in his hands and handed them over to the man that was standing beside him.The man bowed ninety degrees as he collected the paper from Aiden."But it won't work...""Still, with Hendrick, I don't think anyone can–"Hendrick needs to come with me... I can't leave him here. And besides, all this would work if Endi wasn't in the equation. For the past six months, he has gone off the grid. He is the only one that I haven't been able to subdue thus far and he knows how I do my thing. If Hendrick is to replace me I think there'll be a distinct difference in how things are run in Birmingham.""Yes, sir. I wouldn't den
Aiden lifted his face with his eyes closed, while the man laid on the ground, out of life. It wasn't sure if he was dead or barely living but even if he did survive, this life or the next. He would make sure he never crosses paths with this incarnate of brutality.'How long has it been now...'Aiden couldn't tell, the last time he had felt pity for someone, the last time he beat up a soul and felt sorry for it. Every time his brutality stat rose, something in him rose... like he was being swallowed by the urge to exert his vengeance on everything.And for once, he truly hoped that going home will settle this uneasy and rough feeling inside of him."Boss, there is a man here... he is with a black card, said he received it from a member and he has come to join."Aiden looked down at the person that addressed him, just like others he was in a white suit and was bowing.[Side Quest]- The bartender is an ex-gang member of a notorious Chinese gang. He has given up on gang life to settle fo
"Sir?" The man respectfully asked Aiden as he stood up and stepped back.Hector quickly rose and stepped back too. He was incredibly embarrassed by his situation. But wasn't worried about what his gang thought about him. No matter what the situation may be, they would never undermine his abilities because they have seen it. Besides, the way they were able to grow this much was by having each other's back and being a family.They had a strong bonding regardless of the number. The fact that the man was able to beat him so easily was just his fears being confirmed. Aiden had found another monster and brought him to the family.That Aiden was going to personally test him was proof that this man is strong. Out of the seven central guys, Aiden person tested only three, those are the top three... the rest of the seven were tested by those top three and always end up defeated before they could meet Aiden.Maybe it was the man's luck that these three guys were not around but Hector was sure th
"Oh, shit..." Aiden giggled.The man seeing this opening, while Aiden was down there laughing at how he got beat, the man sprinted towards him.He was barely five steps away from grappling Aiden and pinning him to the ground where he is...[You have used the skill Quick Legs]But Aiden's figure suddenly disappeared from where he was, leaving an afterimage.[You have used skill 540 kick]Before the man could realize what was going on, Aiden had spun and launched himself into the air with the momentum of his spin, soaring into the air, Aiden extended his leg, kicking it out to crush the man's temple from the side while completing another 360-degree spin before landing back on his foot.As he landed on his foot the man passed out immediately and fell flat on the floor.The entire gang erupted into cheers as Aiden landed on the ground. It was a truly marvelous fight to experience. The man was this close to beating Aiden, he truly was strong."But he can't measure up to those three...""Hu
Aiden's alarm clock beeped incessantly, dragging him out of a deep sleep.He groaned, rubbing his bleary eyes as he fumbled for his phone to silence the noise.Dragging himself out of bed, he shuffled into the bathroom, splashing water on his face to try and wake up.He ran a hand through his hair, grimacing at the unruly tangle that greeted him. After a quick shower and shave, he dressed in a navy suit and crisp white shirt, fastening his tie with deft fingers. Today was another long day. One that was especially special. Today was the D-Day.Downstairs, the smell of freshly brewed coffee beckoned, and he made his way to the kitchen, grabbing a mug and pouring himself a generous helping of the steaming liquid. He sipped it slowly, savoring the rich, earthy flavor.As he drank, he checked his emails and made a few calls, making sure everything was for his trip home."Boss!!" Hector shouted as he stormed into the kitchen, "I'm sorry boss!! Forgive me, boss!!" He yelled, kowtowing and sl
The day has not been enjoyable for anyone. But somehow, everyone was looking forward to it. Mostly, the high executives in the company, and to be specific families.Harris Revenmar wasn't a fan of families no doubt but that didn't mean he didn't have one, and no matter how much he tried to keep them off his business he had to let them in at a point. Today they've brought gains and they've also brought loss, however, not even they know about the truth about his son.They did know that something happened and his son was away for a long time, they also did know that his wife died and naturally came to the conclusion that his son died. But when the feats of the president of the Revenmar tech company in the U.K started soaring everywhere, a face they do not know and the chairman always support. It could only mean one thing. His son is back.No plan needed to be put in place for people to believe that Aiden was the chairman's son. Everything just fell into place and today the entire company
The following day, Aiden prepared to return to Canada and continue his hunt for the gang that took his parents from him.He had woken up at the crack of dawn full of vigour to start his manhunt. He had just finished packing his bags, his men already outside in the car, its engine on to keep it warm pending the time Aiden finishes with his father's friend.As Aiden's eyes skimmed round the room, his eyes landed on a small picture of his father and mother. His mother had been carry Aiden in her hands. Moving closer, Aiden inspected the picture. This was the first time he was seeing this picture as his grandfather didnt have it.He used a finger to trace their figure. Two of the most important people in his life reduced to nothing but memories frozen in photographs."That was during the time the mafia was after your father. He had come to me for a safe location which i had arranged for him. That was the last time i saw them. The next time i heard about them, it was news of their death. I
Then, the day they had been waiting for arrived. The head of the Black Lagoon syndicate was captured in Canada, drawn by the relentless attacks that had plagued his syndicate. As Aiden stood before him, his eyes ablaze with fury, he felt a cruel satisfaction in seeing the man who had taken his parents from him brought to justice.The room was dimly lit, the air thick with tension. The sound of rain tapping against the windows added an eerie rhythm to the atmosphere. Mishina Ren's eyes were cold and calculating, a stark contrast to the fire burning within Aiden's gaze.For years, Ren had eluded capture, always slipping through Aiden's fingers at the last moment. But tonight was different. Tonight, the odds were finally in Aiden's favor, and he was determined to make the most of it."Game over, Ren," Aiden's voice was laced with a lethal calmness. "You've caused enough pain. It's time to pay for your sins."Ren's lips curled into a chilling smile. "You're a persistent one, Aiden. But do
It was nightfall. The air was still, the surrounding eerily quiet. The usual night sounds were absent as though they had a premonition of what was to happen. Aiden walked in long strides towards a rundown motel. He had gotten intel that one of the remainjng Black lagoon comander was currently in there with a woman. He had evaded capture for sk long that he had began to drop his guard.He had been sighted in one of the clubs, bragging loudly about how he was as slippery as fish, difficult to catch.Soon after, his story had changed to how he had fought off his opponent's in their hundreds with just a baseball bat. With each change in story, he bought a drink and guzzler it down. He felt he had been lucky and all the commanders of the Black Lagoon was dead. To him, that meant that only he had access to the wealth of the Black Lagoon. He was going to cart away their riches and relocate to a quiet island, if possible buy the island and fortify it against intruders.Across the bar, a lady
By day, Aiden was the Chairman of Revenmar groups, breaking barriers and making waves in every industry they had projects in. He attended meetings and travelled to visit dignitaries who shouwed prospects of becoming investors.By night, he wrecked terror upon mafia families. Being the considerate and kind man that he was, he spared the innocent wives and children. Before staging an attack, he had his men do a thorough research about the family they were to attack.The punishments metted out was dependent on the gravity of their offences. Aiden was the judge and executioner. He understood that no mafia family was good, not even his but there were crimes he couldbt tolerate like human trafficking, rape, drug trafficking and reckless murders. Hence the research before attacking.It got so remarkable that crime rates reduced not only in Canada but also in other parts of the world. No government could pinpoint how the crime rate kept reducing drastically. Fear of the Naitatu plagued the hea
The following day, Aiden prepared to return to Canada and continue his hunt for the gang that took his parents from him.He had woken up at the crack of dawn full of vigour to start his manhunt. He had just finished packing his bags, his men already outside in the car, its engine on to keep it warm pending the time Aiden finishes with his father's friend.As Aiden's eyes skimmed round the room, his eyes landed on a small picture of his father and mother. His mother had been carry Aiden in her hands. Moving closer, Aiden inspected the picture. This was the first time he was seeing this picture as his grandfather didnt have it.He used a finger to trace their figure. Two of the most important people in his life reduced to nothing but memories frozen in photographs."That was during the time the mafia was after your father. He had come to me for a safe location which i had arranged for him. That was the last time i saw them. The next time i heard about them, it was news of their death. I
Early the next morning, even before the birds started chirping, Aiden was up and ready for his travel. He waited in the dark for the telltale sound of his chopper. At exactly 7 am, he heard the sound of the blades beating against the wind. Aiden had packed an overnight bag because he planned to stay till the next day. He vowed to uncover everything and every mystery that shrouded his early years and his father's past.Aiden made his way to the top of his building, using the stairs discreetly placed in his walk-in closet. He shouldered the door leading to the roof opened and stepped iut. His bag slung over his shoulder.Eduard stood there with three of his men. The moment he sighted his boss, he made to collect Aiden's bag which he refused with a shake of his head.A pilot sat in the cockpit. "How long is this flight going to be?" Aiden asked Eduard. He had chosen to travel early to avoid any delays on the way."It will take 6 hours sir. We will also have to touch base every two hours
The air was heavy with unspoken words as Aiden sat across from his grandfather, a palpable tension hanging between them. The room felt smaller, suffocating, as he gathered his courage to voice the question that had lingered in his heart for years.This was a few days after his eventual discharge from the hospital. Liam's trial had been swift because they had his confession. Every member of the Chrysanthemums Operation had been apprehended, facing different term sentences in prison. Gossamer shut down as news traveled far, causing its investors to pull out swiftly.Liam had been put on death parole, Aiden ensuring that his death happened sooner than later. The closure of Gossamer shot Revenmar to the top of the list of technology titans worldwide. It filled Aiden with pride as he was a core factor in making all these happen. After a few days of recuperating, Aiden resumed as the Chairman of the Revenmar Group of Companies unrivaled.Harris Revenmar had processed the release of Adam fro
Aiden's eyelids fluttered, and the world gradually swam into focus. The sterile scent of the hospital room filled his nose, and the soft beep of machines provided a rhythmic background to his returning consciousness. The events leading up to his current state seemed distant and fragmented, like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle he was struggling to put together.As his vision cleared, he found his grandfather sitting by his bedside. A smile stretched Aiden's face. Movements caused his grandfather to look up from his book, his eyes filled with relief as he saw Aiden waking up. With a steady hand, he reached out and pressed the call bell above Aiden's bed."I'm so glad you are awake. Oh, I have been worried sick about you! The doctors said your chances of survival were slim, but I was certain that the boy I and your ma raised was stronger than that."Within moments, the door swung open, revealing a trio of medical personnel entering the room. They wore matching white coats, their expressions, a
By nightfall, a majority of the attendees had left, ensuring to show their gratitude to their hosts as they went.Trisha and Aiden stood by the door, shaking hands or blowing air kisses as people left. The Chairman was by the side, speaking to some of the board of directors present.Trisha watched Aiden with concern in her eyes, mouthing her words. she asked if he was fine, to which he nodded in the affirmative. He still looked clean, untouched, his outfit without creases. Their aunt, Getrude, waltzed towards the door, her girls in tow."It was a pleasant evening! Although I must say my brother didn't train that boy right. Should have put him to the whip to beat out that nonsense entitlement from him instead, what does he do? Encourage the brat."Her girls looked uncomfortable behind her as she droned on. Aiden tuned out her voice, only nodding when it seemed like she needed him to.Thankfully, Faith pulls her mom forward. "Let's go, ma. There is a line behind you." Aidrn sent her a g