Micky was left completely flustered.It was one bad news after another ever since the operation began.He hadn't thought much of it when he was sent to Intercity to ensure General Watson's death.He'd felt insulted. How could they send a great man like him to such a city?Regardless, he left and when he arrived in Intercity, he was met with the news that General Watson was still alive and Sage had been captured.Naturally, Micky didn't hesitate to bring out the bug guns to end the bastard that ruined their plans, after all, Intercity wasn't like those big cities with powerhouses in them.It was filled with fools who had no idea that they were frogs in a well.However, he quickly realized that not all of them were fools.No, Richard Smith was no fool.He gave him the greatest sense of danger apart from the General and now, he was coming for him.Micky contemplated running away but his pride prevented him from taking that step.Who was he?He was one of the ten terrorist leaders of the
[Whoa!... Did you see that?... What's going on?... Richard Smith is just standing in place yet the terrorist leader has fallen to the ground twice despite him being the one to attack. Is this Richard's doing or it's something else entirely?]The reporters in the helicopter flying over the scene were unable to understand what was happening with viewers were also left astounded."What the hell is happening?""I didn't see Richard Smith move so why is the terrorist leader falling like a fool?""There has to be something going on that we don't know."As viewers tried to figure out what was happening, Micky got back to his feet, his breathing uneven as he finally realized that he was falling because he was clumsy.Richard was just hitting him too fast for him to catch.How was that possible?... Isn't he a mere Alchemist?Micky was unable to get a good grasp of what was happening as he staggered back, now wary of Richard.Richard grinned as he remarked. "Oh?... Did something happen?... You
[Ah, Mr. Smith. Nice to hear from you. It's been a while] a calm voice intoned from the other end.Richard immediately recognized the voice to be the same one that had invited him to a gathering of the Golden Circle.He'd completely forgotten about the gathering due to everything that had happened but considering the man was calling him now, it either meant that the gathering was canceled or he was about to be informed about where it would be held.Remaining casual about it, Richard remarked. "Oh, it's you. Didn't think you'd call me back."[Oh, Mr. Smith, don't talk like that. I assure you the late call was our way of allowing you some rest, considering your heroics in saving this city]"I see," Richard muttered nonchalantly leaving the man no choice but to continue.[Regardless, I would like to congratulate you on your exploits. You truly are a man deserving enough to join the Golden Circle]"Are your members capable of stopping terrorists?"[Indeed we are though we hardly bother wi
Hannah was the sole daughter of one of the hidden families in Intercity.Engaged in various aspects of her family's business, she managed to carve out a name for herself amongst her fellow youths within the Golden Circle.She was known as a cruel witch who she thought was useful before disposing of them like they were trash.A horrible woman who used her brain and beauty to entice the most powerful men before turning them into brainless pawns.It was a game she'd played since she was old enough to understand the world and ever since then, several ended up suffering great losses at her hands.As a woman who was always on the lookout for the next man to pull apart, Richard seemed like the right target considering all that was known about him.A young man who somehow managed to become one of the richest men in Intercity within a couple of weeks.It was either he was incredibly lucky or he had the skills to back it up.Hannah had already dug into Richard's past, finding out about the fact
“How dare that bastard!” Vince Rider, father of Flynn Rider bellowed as he rose to his feet.He was currently on the top floor of the building being used for the gathering alongside a few other high-ranking members of the Golden Circle.Each one of them was part of hidden families that didn't bother themselves with the affairs in Intercity, instead seeking to dominate the business world in the wider world.Amongst them was Melinda's grandfather, Vincent, who was rather pleased with how Richard had handled the situation.Everyone present knew how deadly Hannah was and so she was sent to be the first test for Richard to pass.Who knew he would get past it so swiftly?... As expected of a man his granddaughter was in love with.Vincent felt quite proud that such a man was connected to him.“Quite barbaric, if you ask me. Such a man hardly has what it takes to create a family and even lesser what it takes to join our ranks. I suggest we teach him a lesson so he doesn't take the Circle ligh
Lyra didn't want to say anything at first to Richard about her personal life but with what just happened, she found herself unable to hold it in any longer so she told him.“My mother is dead.”“... I'm sorry for your loss,” Richard remarked, having not expected such sad news.Lyra managed a sad smile as she replied. “It's fine. Even though she'd suffered for most of her life, I'm glad she died happy.”“That's good.”“But her death brought with it certain changes, one of which I'm still struggling with right now.”“Tell me.”“I guess you don't know this but… I'm a sickle cell patient. I'm prone to illness and it's difficult to get things done as my body easily breaks down. This is why I haven't been able to assimilate the family's legacy of martial arts.“From a young age, I was already touted as a disgrace since I wouldn't be able to live long enough to take over the family business. My dad, disappointed as he was, did what all men would and abandoned my mother to marry another woman
It didn't surprise Richard at all when Yakob said the patent wasn't for sale.He already knew that this was the case.The deal between Yakob and Milton wasn't to buy the patent but to share the profits from utilizing the patent for their benefit.It was a disgusting act by a man who didn't care one bit about the poor girl he'd be cheating if he went ahead with his plans.But now, Richard had sunk his teeth in, and no matter what, there was no way he'd lose.Meanwhile, Yakob felt insulted seeing Richard laugh so mockingly.After a few seconds, he inquired. “Did I say something funny, Mr. Smith?”“Of course you did. You must be a clown Mr. Yakob, considering what you said.”Gritting his teeth, Yakob questioned. “And how am I a clown?”“Oh come on, you were just speaking about the patent and how you intend to share profits with Mr. Milton which means you don't plan to sell, only to cheat Lyra. I never knew Circle members were so despicable to their own family. Makes me wonder if there's a
Lyra stared at Richard, unable to understand what he meant by his words.“What do you mean by that?” Lyra inquired.“Exactly as I said. Do you wish to change your fate, Lyra?” “That… it's not possible, Richard. My sickly status isn't something that can be fixed. We've tried but the Alchemists we went to all said the same thing, there's no stopping this.”Richard snorted. “As far as I'm concerned, there's nothing impossible as long as we keep pushing. So I ask again; do you wish to change your fate?”Lyra blinked a few times, still unable to come to terms with Richard's bold statement.Soon after, she slowly nodded. “I want to. More than anything else.”“Then give me your hand,” Richard remarked as he put out his hand.Lyra hesitated but ultimately placed her hand in his own since she had no other choice.If there was even a little chance that her sickly state would disappear, why shouldn't she take it?She'd suffered enough already… it was time to take a stand.And almost like fate h