Richard took the ingredients Grace had gotten for him and immediately began to concoct a special brew using the water from his table.Meanwhile, the waiters that came with Grace, went to stand at each of the exits around the restaurant to ensure that no one ran out though they were unsure why Richard felt like people would want to run.For this, even the security outside was mobilized to ensure that anyone who dared to use the windows to make a getaway would immediately be apprehended.None could understand why Grace gave them such tasks but Grace knew that Richard would never give an order without reason.That was just how much she trusted him.However, no one took notice of the heightened vigilance shown by the restaurant workers as they watched Richard do his thing, mostly confused about what he was trying to do.“Is he going to use whatever he is making to cure the man's stroke?”“Bah, what are you saying?... That makes no sense, if it were so easy, would stroke be such a dangerou
“That Richard Smith sure has skills. He was able to resolve each of the traps we set for him with people gaining even more respect for him. It's quite annoying to have such a competent opponent.” Caesar remarked while seated in an expensive suite alongside a few of his subordinates.“Sir, maybe it's because we aren't hitting hard enough. I suggest we attack his family, I'm sure that would force him to make a mistake we can use to our advantage.”Caesar snorted. “Are you stupid?... That man may act calm but he is nothing of that sort when one messes with his family. Right now he hasn't come after us because it's just petty drama, if we do what you are intending, then know that it won't be a battle of wits anymore, and then when that happens, would you be able to dispatch a man that stood up to fucking terrorists?”Immediately, the suite grew silent as they gulped in trepidation.Though it was hard to imagine the videos did not lie.Richard Smith had fought against terrorists and won.W
It was advertised as a party but even idiots would be able to figure out the underlying reason why Caesar had called for the gathering.He hadn't bothered to hide his desire to become minister of Intercity so everyone with the relevant authority in the city was well aware of who he was and where he was coming from.He was a member of a subsidiary family loyal to one of the greatest families in the capital.Naturally, when such a person extends their greetings, none would dare refuse.Under normal circumstances, they would have already agreed to support Caesar but there was one name that kept them from doing so.Richard Smith.He had become a terror to all corrupt officials which ensured that those who engaged in such underhanded acts had to be very careful as though walking on eggshells.One mistake and they would be treated like Xavier the former minister of Intercity.The worst part was Richard wasn't alone as he had the backing of the Commissioner and one of the greatest families i
“Mr. Smith, I'm glad you could join us tonight. You see, amongst everyone here, you are the most important person, after all, who else has the unequivocal support of the masses?” Caesar remarked.The words were meant to be praise but Richard didn't dare think that Caesar would be so nice as to compliment him.Knowing that the battle about to take place would be one of words and convincing the masses, Richard didn't hesitate to activate [Silver Tongue].He didn't think there'd ever be a day he would be so in need of it.Caesar had been trained from a young age how to convince people to support him with a few words and then adding on a martial technique that allowed people to lower their guards around him, Caesar was a force to be reckoned with.But that didn't mean Richard would accept defeat so easily.If that were the case, wouldn't he have given up before now?So with that, he prepared for whatever Caesar had in store for him, and as expected, it soon arrived.“But as a man that has
The hall was silent as everyone stared at Richard, waiting for him to answer Caesar's question, however, Richard remained unresponsive, and that irked Caesar greatly.Why wasn't he reacting?... Why did it seem like he had the answer to everything?That's impossible!... No man can know all things!So why did it feel like no matter what he said, Richard would end up explaining it all away?Caesar couldn't accept defeat, not with everything he'd done so he prepared to attack Richard some more the moment he offered a response, and soon enough, the response he waited for arrived.“I am equipping my security because of the terrorist attack that happened in the city.” Richard calmly began.Caesar immediately tried to counter only for Richard to put up a hand, immediately silencing him.He didn't know why but Caesar found himself unable to speak as that arm was raised.Almost like he was in awe of Richard's presence.Naturally, he had no idea Richard had activated [Awe] in addition to [Silver
Caesar's initial plan had been to invite Vincent Dawson who would undoubtedly make Richard come in his place and the subsequent confrontation, humiliate Richard enough to garner support from the dignitaries in attendance.But how wrong was he?How could he have known that Richard was such a great spokesman?No, not just great, this was even better than what his father was capable of.A man that told not a single lie, yet managed to ensure the public supported him.Richard was the bane of the politics Caesar was conversant with.Now, he would have to face the music for daring to think he could turn the masses against Richard.“We are still waiting on a response, Mr. Caesar or are you done?”“... I have underestimated you, Richard Smith.” Was all Caesar could manage as he prevented himself from looking like a complete loser.“Quite unfortunate, I looked forward to putting you in your place.”Feeling humiliated, Caesar turned and left in a fit of rage with the party once again resuming.
It was unexpected.Seeing his best friend from high school, Richard felt nostalgic with memories of the chaotic years they spent together coming to mind, one at a time.Unfortunately, after Jerome had left the country to study abroad, they'd ended up losing contact which meant Richard ended up losing a great friend.It was unfortunate but seeing him again, it seemed like a good time to catch up though considering the somber air Jerome carried, Richard couldn't help but feel like Jerome's story wouldn't be all honey and roses.After taking the boy, who as it turned out wasn't Jerome's son but his cousin to stay with Maddie and Lolita, Richard led Jerome to a bench in the park where there was a little privacy.Purchasing two cups of coffee from a nearby coffee shop, Richard offered Jerome one which the latter took with a thanks.Letting out a sigh, Jerome sipped his coffee while gazing at where his cousin sat with Maddie and Lolita.“He looks a lot like you, I had no idea he's not your
Life after high school had been quite good for Jerome.He'd gotten accepted into the college of his dreams to study the course of his choice and what's more, it was on scholarship.As an orphan who had his sister struggling to put him through school, it was the best thing that could happen.He studied like a monster and aced everything there was to ace, ensuring he graduated with honors.It was supposed to be a joyous occasion but who would have thought that things would start to take a nosedive from there?He got a job in a good company abroad and so sent money to his sister every month.Unfortunately, he was framed by his peers as they were terrified of how great he was at his job and were concerned he'd end up as their boss due to how diligent he was.He ended up losing the job and getting blacklisted.Realizing his time abroad was up, Jerome decided to return to Intercity to start over again only to return to the fact that the money he'd been sending his sister had not been enteri