''What do you really want?'' The question repeated itself in Antonio's head as his expression turned solemn, void of the previous playfulness.''I need access to your national database,'' Antonio uttered in a clear tone.Immediately after his words, King Khaled's eyes widened, leaving his jaw hanging.''Are you kidding me?'' he blurted out, his tone rippling with a myriad of emotions.''You want me to hand over the access to the country's national database?''''In exchange for the end of this coup, in your favour of course.'' Antonio chided in.''NO!'' King Khaled shook his head, replying in a firm tone.''You Dynasties are mere bullies, you think you can just walk in here and use my fatherland's situation against me?'' King Khaled spat out in fury.''Well, you may pretend as though you didn't know about it, but we all know that you're going to lose this war sooner or later.'' Antonio retorted in a calm voice.''While the other two contenders are busy borrowing foreign powers, you're
Elvie's solemn gaze swept across her laptop screen as her fingers sent multiple commands all at once. With a final click, she released a long breath, gulping a mouthful of hot coffee.1%… 25%… 75%…The file she was trying to download kept processing, her heartbeat spiking with every moment that passed. With permission from King Khaled to access the national database, she had been able to circumvent Omar's security, and all she needed to do was wait and complete the file download.…100%Download Successful''Yes.'' Elvie clenched her fist, opening the file.Her eyes narrowed as she gazed through her thin eyeglass, going through the content of the file.The more she went through the content of the file, the more her eyes contorted.'This prick,' she cursed with a twisted expression.Clicking a button on her keyboard, she forwarded the file straight to Antonio.***Antonio's head rested on the soft pillow, his eyes closed as he exchanged deep breaths.Ding!His eyes snapped open, heari
The States presidential villa.Caleb's eyes narrowed, his mouth puffing heavy tobacco smoke.Releasing a long breath, his eyes looked into the person before him with an intent gaze.''That bastard… what does he take himself for?'' He squinted his eyes.''So what if he's the new lord of a Dynasty?'' He smirked.Upon hearing Caleb's statement, the figure present with him in the room remained silent, his eyes dangerously calm, clad in a black long coat and a hat of matching colour.His palms were hidden in black gloves, along with the dark leather boots equipped with knives and other artilleries.Caleb had many thoughts flashing through his head, as he came up with different plans which he could use to get back at Antonio.He had spoken with his grandfather, immediately after the dinner some days back. And the revelation from his grandfather caught him off guard.''Boy, he's no longer a nobody or an easy target that you can't bite back because of some little inconvenience… let him be!''
A gunshot rang across the mansion where John and his men stayed, plunging everywhere into chaos.The alarm wouldn't stop ringing, with a red light flashing across the fortified mansion.John had gathered some of his men in the master room, while sending others to strategic places across the building.''Have you identified the intruder?'' He asked, his face contorting with raging emotions.In his right hand was a long riffle, while his black, leather belt had two handguns attached to it.''Not yet, boss.'' A young man in a plain black t-shirt mumbled, his eyes glued to the computer before him.His sweaty palms blitzed across the keyboards, sending dozens of commands all at once, but regardless of what he did, he couldn't retrieve their initial cyber control of the house.''You can't even take back the control of what's yours, such worthlessness.'' John smacked his lips in annoyance.''Everyone, spread out!'' John commanded, cocking his gun.''I've informed the leader that we're under a
''See? Just promise me to let me go, even if you want our leader's head, I'll do that.'' John dropped his gun, revealing a broken smile.Seeing the sudden turn of events, Kateb's widened eyes transitioned to a deep frown. His grip on his firearm lessened, his hands moving downwards.His men too lowered their arms, ready to listen to what John had to say.Looking at the scene before him, John couldn't help but smirk inwardly as he proceeded to press a hidden button on his jacket, close to his ribcage.Others might not know, but his vest was bulletproof, and he just had to guard his head in the fleeting moment of his escape, and the smoke screen he was about to trigger would give him that opportunity.However, just when his arm neared his ribcage, having an inch separating them, John froze.Bang!Bang!Kateb fired twice, blasting John's groin, making blood splatter everywhere followed by battered visceral.The look on John froze, his eyes closing forever before falling to the floor with
''Hey, just give me a little time to investigate further,'' Omar spoke into the phone with a twisted expression.''Did you just say that I should give you more time to investigate? After wasting all my men… honestly, I expected a better line than this.'' an aged voice filled with fury bellowed, making Omar shift the phone away from his ear.The man was no one other than the boss of the Rhino gang, Moses Tom, the leader whom John spoke about.''See, I've got no idea who the assailants were, but trust me they would soon be apprehended.'' Omar pleaded in a reassuring tone.''No, I'm done here.''Beep!The call ended, as Moses Tom hung up on Omar, leaving the latter with a dark expression.''This mad man.'' Omar cursed, switching back to his local dialect as he smashed his phone to the ground.Grabbing the telephone on his desk, he called a number. ''Tell me you've caught them and they're already begging for hell in exchange for the torture.'' His voice penetrated the mind of the figure o
''Why is he calling me, now, of all time?'' Omar frowned, seeing Antonio's number pop up on his screen.He waited for a brief second, hearing the phone ring, before he eventually picked up.Ahem!Clearing his throat, he forced a crooked smile, revising what he could and couldn't say.''Hey, young friend, it's been centuries he-he.'' Omar let out boisterous laughter immediately after he picked up the call.However, he didn't hear the expected voice of Antonio, not even a whisper.''Hello?'' Omar mumbled, his eyes raised.''O-old fellow.'' A weak voice, almost out of breath came out of Omar's phone, which made his face contort.''Antonio?'' He asked. ''What's wrong?''''I-I'll text you the de-'' The call ended halfway through Antonio's words, which made Omar feel a sense of discomfort and foreboding.He didn't call back, though, from the brief exchange they had just now, he could tell that Antonio was most probably in a deep mess. It would be better if he texted him as he said.'Hopefu
''Are you sure about this?'' Antonio asked once again.''Yes my Lord.'' The feminine voice sounded with resolve.''Fine, any last wish?'' ''None my Lord.'' The lady replied with an unwavering tone.''Think about it very well.'' Antonio pushed in a monotonous tone.Upon hearing this, the lady fell into silence for a few seconds, the silence encouraging the entire atmosphere, suspending Antonio and his men in the eerie atmosphere.''I… I wish that the women in this country wouldn't have to suffer my fate.'' The lady replied in a shaky tone, but she quickly snapped out of her reverie, her bearing returning to that of the usual desolateness.''Good.'' Antonio sighed, releasing a heavy breath as he felt an imaginary load come off his shoulder.The lady before him was none other than Maria, Omar's servant who worked for him for decades only to be rewarded with anguish and despair.All the things she treasured in this world had been snatched away from her by Omar and his entourage. She was
Antonio watched as Alessio and Jasmin got tossed out of his mansion like dirty rags. His eyes, hiding dozens of thoughts that spammed his head.''Hey, Elvie.'' He spoke into the phone as he headed back to his bedroom.''Baby.'' Elvie's high-pitched voice that beamed with excitement rang in Antonio's ears.However, his expression didn't drop, his face remained placid, already accustomed to Elvie's crazed behaviour.''What do you think of parking some billions of dollars in one sweep,'' Antonio smirked, an evil grin plastered on his face.''I can't see you right now, but I can guess the fiendish look on your face, he-he.'' Elvie giggled. ''So tell me, who got in your black book this time around?'' ''Long clients who had stayed in my black book for way too long, and now need to be dealt with.'' Antonio shrugged, sipping from the cup of espresso in his left hand.''Uh, you mean…''''Yes.'' Antonio nodded.''Everything is yours, not interested in what I've left in the past anyway.'' He em
''Sir, some people are seeking your audience outside.'' A maidservant in a brown gown and a furry coat announced, staying outside Antonio's bedroom.''Who are they?'' Antonio asked, his body curled up in bed.''One Mr and Mrs Lopez.'' The maidservant answered with a bow, even though Antonio couldn't see her from the inside.''Lopez?'' Antonio knitted his eyes, his face momentarily flaming up before bursting into soft laughter.''Fine…'' He twisted his waist, still on the bed. ''Let them wait at the courtyard.''''Yes sir.'' The maidservant replied with another bow, before walking away.Inside the bedroom, Antonio revealed a mischievous grin, smacking his lips in amusement.'So Alessio and Jasmin are finally here?' He thought, smirking.A few days had passed since he contacted Adams. A few days of peace and silence when he didn't have to bother about anything urgently. He knew that Alessio and Jasmin at some point would come back to him, and he had been staying indoors in patience, wa
The warm incandescence that shone from the chandelier filled the large room with colours, a stark contrast to the gloomy greyish atmosphere outside.Jasmine paced from one corner of the room to another, her fists clenched, as she let out low curses occasionally.''They still won't explain the reason for their abrupt contract termination, huh?'' she shrieked.''Calm down woman,'' Alessio muttered from one corner of the room, as his fingers swiped across the keyboards.Their business had been flourishing as they expected, until their contractors and major suppliers sent an email this morning, informing them on how they'd not be able to continue business with them.Yet, all their efforts to get back to them have all proven useless. ''What do you think will happen?'' Jasmin asked, her fingers clutching her black bodycon.''I have no idea.'' Alessio furrowed his eyes, his gaze still on the screen.''D-do you think we should sell the business, and you know…'' Jasmin murmured, dragging her
The hot water from the shower drizzled down Antonio's body, relaxing every timy muscles in his body.Turning off the knob, he grabbed his towel, leaving the bathroom which exploded quth steam as he entered the master room.He had returned to his mansion here in the States, and he couldn't wait to have some cozy moments to himself.'What a hectic life are we living.' Anyone sighed, changing into a thick,white pyjamas before sinking into the bed.Right now, all he wanted was sleep, as every part of him screamed fatigue, and since he didn't haveany matter lf urgency at tge moment, he might as well sleep like a free man.'Um, well… in a real sense I'm a free man.' Antonolet out a wry smile,his eye lids already gumming to each other.However, in the middle of his grogginess, his phone buzzed which made him hiss.'Who again?' He murmured with his eyes closed while crawling on the bed.Repeating whether he should check the phone now or just drop everything and have a peaceful sleep, Antonio
The call ended with a beep as Antonio slid the phone back to his pocket.Phew.He sighed, his head tilted to the right as his eyes gazed through the window lost in thought.Silence enveloped him and the driver, the occasional horns, breaking the solemm mood.Antonio had not dropped his phone for more than a few seconds when Elvie's call came in, making him narrow his eyes, knowing that he wasn't expecting her call today.''Baby.'' Her shrikked voice ramg in his ears, making him contort his face.''What is it?'' he asked, ignoring Elvie's antics.''Hmph… can't I call because I miss your voice?'' she asked, making a fake angry tone.''Elvie what is it.'' Antonio snapped, his forehead creasing in annoyance.The conversation with Diego had already made him on edge, and her antics just felt overly jarring right now.Realizing that Antonio was probably not in the mood for some random chit chat, Elvie also fell silent, letting out a soft aigh before proceeding to speak.''I detected a malwar
The beautiful snow that came with sunset fell on Antonio's boots, and grey tuxedo, as he stepped outside of the hideout.His eyes looked into the distance, lost in reverie, as he recalled some lf the things that teanspired these past few days.As he walked towards his car, the man that came with him tagged along, opening the umbrella to shield Antonio but the kattwr waved his hand, gesturing for him to not bother.Tap!Tap!Antonio's boots sank in the snow filked ground, allowing the cold breeze to hraze his skin, alomg with the dryness of winter that rushed through his nostrils.Nearing a few inches away from the black limousine, the back door opened automatically, allowing him to enter, sinking into the back seat.Closing the door, his bodyguard entered the front seat, igniting the cat as he pressed the accelerator, speeding off the snowy road.Ring!Antonio's personal line buzzed,making him narrow his eyes, knowing that only few people had access to it.Glancing at the screen, the
''Argh.'' Agent Mike screamed, as an electric current zap through his body.His two hands were tied to a long metal bar, leaving his body dangling in mid air.Splash!The man in a bear mask drenched him in cold water as he proceeded to turn on the switch, making Alex let out an agonizing rooar.''I'd love to see how much you can continue with this stubbornness of yours.'' An icy, hoarse voice echoed in the dark room.''Who sent you here?'' The man in a bear mask asked one more time.However…Twat.Agent mike spat on his face, revealing a mocking grin.''Go rot in ya mama ass.'' He laughed, choking on his own blood and saliva.Feeling the spit land on his mask, the man gritted his teeth, as he suppressed the burning emotion that threatened to erupt out of him.Bam!The man's fist landed on Agent Mike's face, pushing it to the left, and before his head could regain its balance, he used his left fist to send the head back to its initial position.''Tsk.'' The man clicked his tongue, his
A black submarine rose from underneath the sea, as it floated to the shore coming to a stop.A few moments later, Antonio alighted from the submarine, his feet touching the soft, cold, sand at the beach.Drawing a long breath, his gaze swept across the isolated island where he hid his brother to receive his treatment.He had not been in touch that much since the network here required special rpiter to gain access, amd it wasn't always available.Hence, after he left the other island where he was supposed to meet the lawyer amd Gaspar, he had rushed here, the safest and nearest abode in his disposal.Yet, before his arrival, he received a mews that left his mouth agape.Through the special communication network that he exchange with Leonardo, he received news that one of his base im the States had been attacked.As for who the attackers were amd the reason for their actions, he had yet to find out.''Boss, you're welcome.'' His men greeted him, all of them bowling in a full swing motio
''Careful.'' Raymond muttered, his eyes squinting in doubts.''Well… I guess it's safe.'' Jexter shrugged, ignoring Raymond's warning.Creak!Jexter tried to turn the knob on the safe, but it only turned in a 360⁰ without unlocking the mini door attached to the safe.''Phew, just as expected.'' Jexter murmured, his eyes not revealing any emotions under the black mask.Pulling out a flat device from his pocket, he pressed the button, seeing the device come to live as it shone a red light from the base.Positioning the red light to the door knobof the safe, Jexter waited for the device to finish scanning the encryption on the knob, before sending it to his boss, the man in SBI.Beep! Beep!The device kept beeping as it continued reading the encrypted codes, sending it back as electronic signals to the IT experts under the nose of the operation overseer.As they stood in silence, the upper floor rumbled, drifting thwir attention upward, but everything soon became quiet.''Time is agains