The bartender's mouth went wide like it just got hit by a frog!
" 100 bottles?!" He screamed in his mind and quickly rushed forward to meet Liam again.
In this way, he pushed Sarah, the timid bar assistant, away and faced Liam with a polite look.
Sarah, who was moved aside swiftly, ended up pulling her brows together as a small squirm escaped from her mouth, out of shock.
" Mr. Graceful, I am back. I don't have any other things to do again, so I will serve you now. You want 100 bottles right? For that, you will get an extra free drink." He unhurriedly said, respectfully attending to Liam, who narrowed his eyes with a displeased look.
" That's how we treat our good customers. And you know what? The 100 bottles aren't available at once now, but I will made a quick order now, and it shall be delivered before you know it." The bartender added to his words, without minding Liam's displeased look.
What he was inwardly calculating was the bonus and profit he was going to get from what Liam wanted to buy.
" You change your mind?" Liam scoffed and looked sideways towards Sarah. " Why do you suddenly want to serve me? Didn't you just disregarded me?"
Immediately, the bartender shook his head negatively, as he made a flattering face, replying, " No, no, you totally misunderstand me. I know you are a wealthy person, but you are just maintaining a low profile. It's pretty obvious. So how can I disregard you?"
Before Liam could respond to the bartender, a sneer came from his behind, and he turned his back.
There......
Beverly and her new lover, Max, were standing with grace oozing out from their body, with a presumptuous and arrogant look plastering strongly on their faces.
Instantly, Liam's face fell, and it was replaced with an annoyed and disgusted expression.
Seeing his ex again with her so called new lover, brought him nothing, but memories that made his heart to bleed and hurt again. It even almost made his soul energy to fade away. Indeed, love isn't something that could be easily forgotten.
The bartender also looked up and saw the two arrogant couple, but he had no idea who they were.
" Well, well, look who is here?" Beverly walked away from Max's side, crossing her arms over her chest with twisted lips, as she approached Liam.
" Liam Storm, I don't know you still have the gut to show your poverty sicken face and filthy self here? Bravo! You are indeed bold and shameless!"
Liam balled his fists but turned away from her. He couldn't face her but could only silently suppressed the fierce anger in him. He had totally forgotten Beverly was also part of the graduating student in the college.
If he had recalled, he thought he wouldn't have come here.
" Darling, don't be surprised. People like him don't have any sense of thinking and value, not to talk of having any shame! Don't waste your beautiful time on miserable worthless piece of no good thing like this trash!" Max buttressed Beverly's point, adding more fuel to the already burning flames. Then, he went ahead and circled his arms around Beverly's waist, nestling his chin on her collarbone.
" You know he doesn't even worth to see you or hear your voice. People swimming in extra poverty like him don't deserve to step here or see a beauty like you." He whispered huskily, with a smirk, but it was audible enough to everyone present.
Hearing all these, the bartender wore a conflicted look, his eyes glancing back and forth between Liam and the arrogant couple. He didn't know what to do.
Liam didn't say anything or reacted. He only shot them a fierce look, that was enough to showcase the amount of rage swirling in him.
Finally, the bartender gazed at Beverly and Max's dress, which immediately made him to have a second thought. His expression changed instantly, cause he realized Beverly and Max were putting on expensive outfits, that could be traced to one of the most renowned designers in the city.
Then, he faced Liam and called his attention.
" You........I should have known you were faking it! You are nothing but a good for nothing nasty bloody liar! Oh, you think you can just come to this expensive bar and act the way you like?! Hell no! Just look at you, if you are really rich, you won't be putting on simple mediocre cloth like this! I can even see that your shirt has faded and almost close to tearing! You look nothing less than a fucking rotten wretched farmer!" He hissed, snapping angrily at Liam. He scolded him severely, without stopping to have a taste of his own words and cared less about Liam's feelings.
This time, the bartender ignored Liam, who was now drowning in humiliation, more of shame and humbling. He was now reduced to a state of abasement, as if he didn't really worth anything, have a life of his own or signifies any importance.
This time, the bartender faced Beverly and her lover, with a more sincere flattering look, and he smiled in a polished manner, enough to convince them.
" I never know he is such a person like that. Trying to form he is capable of buying this and that." He warbled. " I am so sorry for the inconvenience. I hope you don't mind. Let me serve you."
Beverly glanced at Max and smiled sweetly.
" I am so glad I didn't choose him over you or if not, I guess I will be ridiculed just like him." She laughed slightly and rubbed Max's hands against hers with a loving face.
Liam couldn't take this view and statement. He had enough, coupled with the humiliation from the bartender, and all, he felt really angered and disgusted!
His face flushed, his eyes turning red rimmed. Tears were the only thing he couldn't shed.
In order to avoid more humiliation, he decided to take his leave from the counter silently, dragging his so believed wretched self......
But as he slowly walked away, he could still hear the bartender making fun of him and telling Beverly and Max about his attempt to buy 100 bottles of the most expensive drink in the bar..
Beverly and Max as usual, laughed hysterically, feeling so amused, and they couldn't help but admit Liam was a dimwit!
" That's the biggest joke I have ever heard!"
Liam didn't feel disappointed anymore. He was slowly getting used to this, and at this point, it only dawned on him the kind of person his ex was. He sighed and finally decided to take a seat to put all his thoughts together. As he sat down calmly, he seized himself up and down but actually, he was satisfied with his look. He believed he didn't have to show a flashy look, before his worth could be revealed. Just then, as he was thinking, the bar door clicked open and his coursemates in the college, started walking in, filling the bar at the same time. From their looks, it was evident they were all doing well, and appearing graceful and honorable as ever!They stormed in, with their expensive outfits, shoes, bags, watch, looks, and so on, with satisfied cool look all plastered on their faces. Some of them even came with their lovers. But as expected, none of them talked to Liam or even greeted him. They all ignored him like he didn't exist and just focused on others. Evidentl
What followed his statement, was nothing, but a hall engulfed in absolute silence! But soon after, a loud burst of laughter resounded, as everyone instantly regained their senses. They all made a derisive laughter and pointed their fingers at him. " Did you just hear that? A worthless idiot want to buy the most expensive drink here?" " He can't even afford an ordinary buns, not to talk of bread, worst of all, an expensive drink! Oh, he must be kidding!" " Kidding? This is far from that! He is just bragging, trying to make us know he is also not ordinary!" " He must be a fool to think like that! Who does he wants to impress? Us? What can a poverty sicken dog like him do to impress us? This is absolutely unworthy and just depict how dump he is!" " I agree! Even if he has the money to buy a drink, I suggest he should use it to improve his life, especially his condition of living. Just look at the ordinary cloth he is putting on, even my cleaner's salary can afford his cloth
Sarah couldn't understand what Beverly meant, but she didn't debate or think on that. She looked at Liam again and said, " Sir, please don't misunderstand me. The drinks are too heavy, that is why I came to call some of the waiters to help me and also to return your card." She explained carefully, ignoring Beverly's look. Then she passed the black golden card to Liam. " Here sir." Liam sighed inwardly, and collected the card. He had first thought the card was a fake one and was now prepared to rain so much curses on his father for disappointing him again! After Sarah's explanation, everyone shut their mouths instantly! They didn't dare to say anything, not after what they heard. It was unbelievable, and it made them stunned! Max in particular, stood up and went forward to meet Sarah with a conflicted look. " What do you mean the drinks are heavy? Did he really buy the drinks? But that's impossible!" He didn't gave Sarah a chance at all. Sarah struggled to maintained her b
Liam clenched his jaws, as his nostrils started to flare! He couldn't believe what these fried brains were saying! A great feeling of resentment and extreme anger roamed across his eyes, and he felt like unleashing a serious comeback at them!Jasper glanced at Liam and noticed he was annoyed just as he was. This even intensified his anger, and he lashed out at both Max and Beverly. " You guys are just envious that Liam can buy 10 bottles of the most expensive drinks here, while you guys can't even afford two of it!" " Oh, please!" Beverly waved indifferently at Jasper and snorted coldly. " Don't pretend as if you don't know how Liam got the money! I can sense both of you are involve in the same thing! Well, I am not amazed, birds of the same feather flock together." " Shut the fuck up Beverly! You are damn crazy for saying that!" Jasper yelled and stepped forward, growling. Max scoffed and pointed at Jasper and Liam. " I will make sure you two don't get away with this, sin
Bruce stared into Liam's eyes and saw how determined he was, feeling the weight of his fierce words. " Then I will make you become someone you never imagined yourself to be! I will make you mighty and invincible! That's the only way I can make it up to you." The atmosphere in the car turned something else, after Bruce's words. This was when Liam's eyes locked with the old man butler's eyes. It seemed they both understood something. After that, the car zoomed away. ~~~~~ Meanwhile at the bar. After Liam was taken away by the cops, Jasper also felt humiliated, but the anger that overwhelmed him was more than the humiliation he felt. The college mates all cheered Beverly and Max for what they did. They swam around them, discussed, laughed, and even exchanged contacts. " Beverly, I really didn't think you can treat that asshole like that, but he surely deserves it!" " Yes! I like the way he was taken away by the cops and the expression on his face." " Oh, that was
Five years later..Avalon city. A young man appearing to be in his late twenties, stepped out of the private jet and glanced around. His body was clothed with an exquisite tailored made suit, that hugged his well built body, perfectly accentuating his long legs and the uniqueness of his body. Although, he looked striking and pleasing to the eyes, but his aura wasn't. It felt as if there was a barrier around him, subconsciously stopping anybody from approaching or moving close to him. He was like an unfathomable mystery. His eyes were sharp and frosty as they scanned the city.It had been a while. " My....Lord..." A trembling short figure, tried to approached the young man, wiping his sweats at the same time nervously. " Get the car ready." The young man ordered calmly and stuffed his hands into his pocket, before he strode away coldly. The trembling short man adjusted his gold rimmed eyeglass anxiously and stepped back slightly, before nodding obediently. " Yes...My
This was when Liam put the call to an end and narrowed his eyes at the girl, who was standing in front of the car. The moment his eyes landed on the girl, they contracted, and one of the muscles in his face feathered. The assistant was terrified to see this, and he subtly bit the tip of his fingers, feeling nervous again. " Poor you, you are going to lose your job today! I hope the boss doesn't kill you." He scolded the chauffer and shook his head. For the first time since Liam got back to the city, his expression changed rapidly, and he felt unusual. Even the chauffer was anxiously praying for himself now. The assistant couldn't take the silence anymore. He felt he was going to burst out any moment, cause he was too uncomfortable. His jaws ticked , and he quickly unfastened his seat belt....But unexpectedly, Liam placed his hand on the assistant's hand that was holding the seat belt, to stop himInstantly, the assistant felt frightened, to the extent he froze, and his e
Along a narrow lonely valley, a young familiar girl could be seen. She was the little girl, who had an encountered with Liam and Gwin. The little girl hopped happily, still tightly clutching the money in her hands, with a face full of excitement. It didn't take long before she stopped, seemingly as if she already got to her aimed place. She took a deep breath and stole glances around carefully, before she twisted the door knob. " Angelina, is that you?" A timorous voice sounded, the moment the little girl pushed open the door, that made a loud creaking sound. " Yes mama." The little girl replied gently and headed over to where the voice was coming from. An unfamiliar lady laid on a small sized bed, with her back turned. A blanket could be seen covering half of her body, and she coughed slightly. From her back view, one could even noticed the lady doesn't appear too well. ." Mama," The little girl called Angelina, climbed on the bed and released the money she was tightly
“Oh my goodness!“ Zelda exclaimed in shock“Didn't I stop you from coming in here?“ He asked. “Why are you here? What do you plan on doing?“ He asked again, but got no response“Liam! What are you doing?“ Zelda asked worriedly, but he ignored her“Answer me you bitch” he yelled“She can't respond if you keep choking her,” Zelda informed. He released her from his grip and stared daggers at herShe understood, but refused to speak“You won't talk? We'll see about that when I fully have your time” Liam said and instructed his men to take her away, which they did“Zelda, are you okay?“ He asked moving towards Zelda, but she stopped him“Don't!“ She said, and he halted“I still don't want to talk to you. Please Leave,” she continued. He nodded and left the roomHe closed the door behind him and sat in front of it, till anytime Zelda was ready to talk to him. ~~~~~~ Since the news about Liam's identity had spread to all parts of the country, strangely, it made black diamond corpora
Once it was evening time. “Goodnight Doc” A nurse whose shift had just ended bade the doctor farewell, but he got no response. Her mind was preoccupied with what she planned on doingAs a doctor, killing a patient on purpose was a very serious offense and she knew what was at risk, but who could say no to that amount of cash that was offered to her? Just thinking about the things she could do with the money made her heart dance“Stop messing around and get the job done, only then can you fantasize for as long as you want” A tiny voice in her head said and she began to move towards the hospital labPeeking in through the door, she discovered that there was no one there. Looks like luck was on her sideQuickly getting the drug she needed, she left and made for Zelda's ward, the drug was meant to stimulate the tumor in Zelda's brain and cause her to die within minutes“Oh God!“ The doctor whispered. Her luck ran out when she found Liam standing in front of Zelda's door. The way he stood
She took in deep exaggerated breath from speaking too fast without pausing, and her jaws set, annoyed, heartbroken and crestfallen! " I want a divorce Liam!" She declared in a solemn tone.Liam scowled and stepped forward." Get back! Don't come close to me!" She warned him in a low voice. " Zelda, you can't do this! I didn't mean to keep the truth about who I am from you! I only wanted to protect you and not let you get involve in all this! Yes, it was all my fault, but I am sorry. I only did it because I love you, and I don't want to lose you! Of course, I am still going let you know some day, but that would be when I am free from all the troubles! I just .......did it for you."He tried to explain himself, despite how he was hurting, but he sincerely hoped for Zelda to believe and forgive him. " No, Liam! You did it for yourself!" Zelda refused to accept his explanation and snorted! " Have you thought about how I was going to feel about this, when you hid it from me? I
Suddenly! She gaped and slumped to the ground unexpectedly, allowing darkness to engulfed her harshly......Seeing this, Angelina panicked and exclaimed! " Mum!" Lin mu wasn't expecting this from Zelda, and her eyes turned frantic, screaming of worry. Immediately, Angelina took the phone from Lin mu and made a call to Liam. " Dad, you have to come now! Mum just fainted." The crowd were stunned and couldn't comprehend what just happened to Zelda. Andrea and Brian were terrified to their wits when they realized the truth! It was too incredulous!Their hearts trembled in shock , and they instantly deemed it fit to call their backer before anything. How could they afford to hurt the most powerful man in the country when he can just crush them with his mere look!They really didn't believe Liam with how gentle and calm he appeared, was actually the formidable Zillionaire! Zelda was taken to the hospital on time by Lin Mu and Angelina tagged along. The moment they left, Andrea and
The news about Liam's identity had already spread like a wild fire across the country. Many citizens astonished to be aware of it, and it strike a great deal in the county..Just within few minutes of it been released from an unknown source, almost all the people in the country and even in the states identified Liam Storm!!It was totally disbelieving! " Ha, I think I woke up on the wrong side today! What am I seeing?" " I can't believe this." " So, that country pumpkin is actually the top one man in the county?" " Can you please tell this is a joke?! So, we have actually been around the most powerful man in the world without us knowing!" " Oh, this is thrilling! I finally know who Liam Storm is! This must spread to the whole world!"It became a hot discussion in the country. ~~~~~~Liam's mansion Zelda and Lin mu were still oblivious of what was going on. Once Lin Mu was about to take her leave, Zelda decided to escort her out. Angelina also trailed after them. I
As Liam was about to take the drink, her heart raced, and her eyes contracted. Unexpectedly, Liam's phone rang.His eyes lowered at the phone and he didn't hesitate to answer it, placing down the cup of medicinal drink, and he stood up from the dinning room..." Excuse me." "Okay honey."'Zelda nodded and gestured for him to leave. A look of disappointment flashed across Andrea and Brian's face, but they were careful enough not to show it. After Liam left, Zelda and Angelina chatted on the dining room without talking to Andrea and Brian.Andrea rolled her eyes inwardly with disdain and turned to Zelda again. " You should take the drink since your useless husband didn't take it." She acted as if she didn't care, but she was secretly praying and hoping for Zelda to take the drink. Zelda lifted her eyes at Andrea and squinted them sharply. " What did I say again? I don't like it!"She hissed and withdrew her gaze in annoyance. Andrea dropped her gaze downward and balled her fi
The doctor's heart arched and decided to take pity on her. " I think I know someone who can heal you." She confessed with a sigh. " But it has to be our top secrets." Beverly glanced at the doctor, and the gloom in her eyes shattered into extreme wickedness and viciousness! “ Although, it would cost a lots of money.” The doctor added with a sense of worry. Beverly sneered and clenched her fists! “That won’t be a problem, as long as I can be able to work!” “ You will,” the doctor assured her truthfully. Max just watched their discussion with confusion written over his face. He was still pondering on what to do concerning Beverly. Beverly lowered her eyes coldly.She was going to get back at Liam and his family for this. ~~~~~ The next day spread out quickly, normal as usual. Liam got up from the bed and checked Zelda, including Angelina just to be sure they were fine. When they were awake, Liam called them together and apologized again for not being ther
He was secretly proud of them with the kind of loyalty that was exhibited and promised to them first. Though, there were other plans for them. In that moment, Liam received a video of the man been taken to the Pacific ocean, so his junior can be fed to the sharks.The video was a live one, and he relaxed himself even more just to watch it. King Oscar happened to be beside Liam and his expression paled the instant his eyes settled and understood what was in the video. Pa Black and Steven noticed his expression but they seemed hesitant to also see what was on the video. Liam curled his lips darky and motioned for them to come closer to him. " I don't bite, and you don't want to miss the fun." They quickly leaned closer and peered their eyes into the video. A man suddenly shouted in the video. " My Lord, we are ready!" " Go ahead." Liam's low and sinister voice flowed out immediately. A familiar man was tied with thick ropes, with his body bare completely. He was none other
Liam was out of the dean's office and he propelled towards ward ten. The hall was silent, which was perfectly what he wanted. It didn't take long for him to arrive at ward ten, which was a familiar ward. He didn't hesitate and stepped into the ward, the instant the door was opened....Beverly was just preparing to have her medicine as she was done with her dinner. She laid down and struggled to lift her body, so she could take her drug from the side table, which was three metres away from her bed. Suddenly, a hand stretched over and took the medicine instead.." You want this?" Liam's figure towered over her in a suppressing manner, his deep eyes capturing every bit of her. Beverly froze , her lips stiffening, not expecting to see Liam at this hour. She seemed to think of something for some seconds, and her expression changed into one of an aggrieved person. " Why are you here?" There was an underlying meaning in her strange tone, and she adjusted herself on the bed, not