2024-08-18 18:35:49Smiling, Liam gripped the pen he was holding tightly. He was about to fist pump the air in excitement when Xavier leaned over his table, startling him in the process.
Groaning, he muttered, “Man, you scare me.”
“Just like you're scaring me.” He huffed with an eye roll.
“What is amusing you? Seems you have something interesting to say to me, I'm listening.” He placed his hand under his chin, staring at him like he was studying a specimen.
“Nothing! You're breaking the rule though.”
“Huh!” He huff
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It was now two days since Liam set his eyes on Dave and so he was worried.Several times, he tried reaching him on the phone but the lines never connected, hence increasing his worry.Pacing about in his room, the door flung open suddenly and Naya walked in, followed by Rose. They both wore a worried look making him wonder what the issue was.“Where is Dave?” Rose was the first to break the silence as she walked up to him, her hands folded across her chest.“I have no idea either, I have been trying to reach him but no success.” Liam replied, pressing his lips together into a thin line. He was fru
Rise Of The World's Overlord 172. I want to rule the world.
It wasn't up to five minutes after he left when Xavier walked in.“Hey, my instincts are always right.” He applauded himself as he hurried towards Liam who looked confused.“What is going on?” He asked. Looking around with his hands tucked in his pockets, he asked, “Where is Dave? It had been ages since I last set my eyes on him.” He muttered.“Same here.”His response made Xavier's mouth drop open in shock. For some reason he felt it was weird to hear that from Liam.“I honestly can't believe y
Rise Of The World's Overlord 173. The Proceedings.
The next minute, Sam who was smirking made his way into Alaric's office and at once Liam gulped.Staring at him, he tried to get a meaning to what was happening but nothing was adding up. The more he thought about it, the more confused he became.“Hey,” Sam waved.“What are you doing here?” Liam managed to ask after a few minutes of silence.Nodding towards Alaric, Sam straightened up, “I work for him now.”“Since when?”“
Rise Of The World's Overlord 174. The ball is in your court.
Not sure of what to do, Liam kept staring at Madam Aurelia who also had her gaze on him. Out of every solution she could think of, it was to cut Rose and Dave off, leaving Liam in a more confused state. “Mother.” He called, his tone was low and almost came out in a whisper. “Son, at this point, the only thing you can do is to cut them off. They have nothing to offer to you, rather they are a burden on your shoulders.* She cooed, trying to touch his arm but he veered backwards, glaring angrily at her. “Mother, I can't believe you’re saying this.” “We are in a tight spot and the only thing you can do at this point is to cut off those who are pulling you back. I understand the relationship you share with them but sometimes…” “Are you going to do that to me too, when I have nothing to offer anymore?” His question made her mouth drop open but she couldn't speak. “I thought coming to meet you will help but, I was wrong.” He yelled, clenching his fist by his side. “I don't care the rep
Rise Of The World's Overlord 175. "I Will Fix It"
The moment Liam pulled up at the address Alaric had sent to him, he got out of his car only for Rose to run out of nowhere, engulfing him in a tight hug. Wrapping his hands around her neck, he pulled her to himself, peppering her neck with kisses while she sobbed in his chest. It wasn't long when a worn out Dave stumbled towards them and immediately he locked eyes with Liam, he halted. “Can you wait for me in the car?” Liam asked, pushing Rose away from himself gently. “No, those guys are going to come for me again.” She cried, clinging to him even more tightly. “I promise they wouldn't, trust me, would you?” He used the tip of his fingers to wipe the tears off her face and after several minutes of convincing her, she finally agreed. Now standing two meters away from Dave who had been staring at him without saying a word, he cleared his throat before speaking. “What is the matter?” He asked, tilting his head to the side. “I should be the one asking you that. I wasn't expecting
Rise Of The World's Overlord 176. Welcome back...
Three weeks later…Swinging his briefcase in a hand and the other holding onto his ID card, Liam made his way towards the barricade. He had just crossed over to the other side when Sam called out to him and he swirled in his direction reluctantly. “Welcome back.” He waved. “See you during lunch.” He added before skipping away, leaving Liam wondering what he was up to this time around. Since he was now the head of the team he once featured in as a member, Liam had an office to himself and immediately Xavier learnt of his presence, he didn't waste time before going to meet him.When he walked in, Liam immediately rose and went around the table to join him. “I was waiting patiently for your funeral date to be announced.” Xavier started the conversation with a huff.“Why will you say that? I’m not dead yet so there is no need for my funeral to be conducted.” His huffed at his dark humor, plopping on his seat. “In between, how have you been?” “I should be the one asking you that ques
Rise Of The World's Overlord 177. Rumor has It...
“Where are you heading?” Rose asked, rising from the couch she had been occupying. “I'm heading to work. Is there a problem?” Liam asked with a raised brow as she slowly wrapped her hands across her chest. Glaring at him, she slowly began to make her way towards him until only a few feets separated them. “Are you trying to get yourself killed?” She asked, her eyes darkened in anger. “Come on, everything was in the past and all we need to do right now is to move on.” Holding her shoulder, he pulled her to himself but she pulled away from him. “You’re fully aware that that psycho, Alaric Armani will stop at nothing to make your life miserable. He will stop at nothing to see that you crawl on your bottom, he will stop at nothing to make sure you end up in the cemetery untimely but yet, you still walk into his trap willingly?” She yelled, hitting his chest will all her might. Naya was on her way out when she saw the scene and she immediately rushed towards them. “Calm down Rose, le
Rise Of The World's Overlord 178. Have you lost your mind?
“What are you up to this time around?” Liam asked, slamming his fists against the table to show the extent of his anger. Feigning to be scared Alaric veered backwards only to lean towards him, laughing heartily like it was funny. “Don't you dare make light of the matter at hand. Both of us know you’re plotting something evil and I demand to know exactly what it is.” Liam snapped. “Why should I tell you my plan when we are not a team?” He muttered, smacking his lips. “Madam Aurelia still regards you as a kid, that's why she doesn't tell you a lot of things.” He chuckled. Pulling himself up with his hands tucked into his pockets, he began to walk towards him, still wearing a coy smile. “The whole deal had been finalized a week ago… I thought you had a hint, how wrong was I?” “Why?” “Are you seriously asking me when Madam Aurelia is fully involved?” He huffed, crossing his hands on his chest. “Just like you said, I’m plotting something and I will launch it soon. You just wait and
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262. The End.
Six months later… The county had returned to normalcy after a thorough reform was put in place. To honor those that had made it happen, a mass meeting was organized where all members of the country were invited to be a witness to. Tyler Greene, the newly appointed President, was present in the mass meeting, being an icon in the revamped version of the country. His face was brightly marked with excitement, as he left the smile on his face and was distributing it to the citizens, who were seeing him. They had come in their masses as they wanted to witness the occasion first hand."First, I'll formally announce the reason for his honorable, reasonable and democratic meeting." Tyler started, his voice cool at first, accompanied with the sound of his laughter. "We all know about the change in the course of events in this country and those who made it happen.." Tyler spoke with clear gladness and couldn't hide it. Tyler's vice was beside him, holding a thick colored banner in his han
261. It's all in the past.
Daniel's voice was loud, as he kept making gestures with his hands. He was seated with his friends, conversing with them about the current news that spread around the country. Suddenly, someone rushed into their midst and exclaimed, "I heard another news…" "What's that, boy?" Daniel said, his voice breaking confidently, as if he would not be shaken by Liam's dealings. "Tell me, what's the news?" "The deal you made…" the boy started, but as soon as Daniel realized it was about a deal, he took the boy to a side to continue their talk in whispers. "The deal you strongly made and stamped with Karl had been released and broadly spread!" "What deal?" Daniel questioned him out of shock, and was rubbing his face until he stopped, as asked the boy again, "I don't get you. What deal?" "The chip infusion." The boy replied, his voice lighter as soon as he sensed anger in Daniel's voice."What!" Daniel reacted, as he nearly collapsed. "You know what? Just run away!" "To where?" The boy ask
260. What's the news?
Alaric had gone back to the operating room, and was still in bed. Fortunately, the surgeon realized he was all right. Alaric was totally healed, but he happened to have lost his memory. His constant surrender to Karl was all robotic. He was later brought from the operation room to a ward, on instruction that he needed to rest. "Hello?" A surgeon asked him. "What do you feel now?" "Feel what?" Alaric returned, his voice clear but light. "What do you mean?" "Oh, I know you're just coming back to normalcy…" the surgeon said, turning to his colleagues. "Do you think he is totally okay?" "Yeah," another surgeon responded, walking up to Alaric to check on him. "I think we should seek the attention of the senior surgeon, so he can see him." "Is that necessary?" The first surgeon questioned in return, holding her lips as she smiled. "Well, you can. At least, he is all right." Soon, the senior surgeon was around. He turned to the first surgeon and whispered to her ears, "I hope no chi
259. "Take this call!"
Kaylan didn't perform less than she was asked to do. She had spread the news of Rodriguez's illegal dealings vastly. Liam had ordered the release of the article which contained almost everything about Rodriguez and Karl. Rodriguez had felt comfortable with Karl's soothing words, continuing his illegal business with Karl became easy for him that he had no remorse, and even hid his fears about any form of leakage. "How far have you gone with the task I gave you?" Liam asked Kaylan, his voice deep but clear, an expression of his excitement. "In what state could the biotech company be, right now?" He mused. "I've forwarded the news to my team." Kaylan replied, returning a clearer tone in her own voice. "It will reach the masses easily that way…""I'll prove to Karl that I can thwart his schemes and nullify all his tricks." Liam chuckled, his voice making him sound like a villain and threatening Karl's attitude as though he was present. "Exactly, Liam." Kaylan responded in agreement.
258. I have evidence...
To spice up their plans, Liam had mailed a flashdrive to Rodriguez. The flash drive contained all the information they had gathered about him and Karl. Rodriguez made up his mind not to return the flash drive as he had a conclusion that something important was attached to it and so he was curious to find out the content. With that he made his way back to his office and as the Chief Justice he sat behind his imposing mahogany desk in the room.His eyes were fixed on the small, sleek flash drive that had been tossed on the table. The audacity of Liam to think of doing this hit him but he smiled while the question popped in his mind.Who did he think he was, trying to blackmail him?What was on his mind?Curiosity getting the better of him, Rodriguez inserted the drive into his computer and waited as the files began to load. Suddenly, the screen flickered to life, revealing an array of documents and recordings. Rodriguez's eyes widened on seeing the images which had himself includ
257. A risk we must take.
Madam Aurelia began walking in circles inside the living room as thoughts of what they were going to do next consumed her thoughts. She was still recovering from what she had seen in the file that Dave had brought, and the evidence was sickening. There was no doubt as to whether Karl and Rodriguez were crooks, and should they manage to expose them, it would definitely influence the outcome in their favor.Liam walked into the room, “Did you manage to find anything good among the papers?” He inquired, looking eager and hopeful.“Yes.” Madam Aurelia replied, gripping the folder firmly. “There are records of money movement as well as transactions which are quite illicit. If we conduct this campaign in the proper manner and present the right audiences with this evidence, the extent of Karl and Rodriguez’s dealings… It would be interesting corruption news that will come to light.”“Then we have no time to waste.” Liam affirmed in his stern tone. “Whatever this information gives us, they
256. This is perfect!
Liam stepped out of Tyler Greene’s office with a heavy heart, blaming himself for keeping his expectations high. He had wanted a better answer than that. However, Tyler’s indecision was a cause for concern. Time was running fast and voices of opposition against Karl were still weak. During the drive home, Liam found himself troubled. Would Tyler really lend his support for the cause? Or was he simply yet another hindrance in their efforts? He needed to collect his mind and think of a way out but he was too worried to even think properly. Instead of heading to him, Liam headed to the hotel to meet with Madam Aurelia who sat in the living room in the living room on his arrival. Her face was solemn, though she appeared to be happy with his arrival. “How did the meeting with Tyler go?” she asked, concern evident in her tones.“It didn’t go as well as I hoped.” Liam admitted, ruffling his hair. “He is not willing to take any actions against Karl, and I am afraid he has no nerves f
255. We need to strategize...
Liam stood still only to start pacing about because he was restless. He began to plan what step to take after Alaric's revelation. He was desperate to put an end to Daniel and Karl but he didn’t know how to go about it. He felt like an ill-fated knight who had lost everything; the very thought of Harrison now felt as if it was a heavy stone placed over him.Madam Aurelia was seated on the table sorting some papers. “We need to strategize on how best we are going to eliminate Karl.” Her tone was firm although not loud. “It is not enough to just wait and see what he intends to do next.” She added, casting him a glance. “Of course I understand,” Liam answered and twirls his hair with his fingers. “But what can we do? There is too much influence and too many people surrounding him.”At this point, Giovanni dashed into the living room, his eyes darkened as he looked around, “Liam!” he shouted – gasping for air. “Daniel and Karl are up to something. We must hurry before it is too late.”
254. This is very bad.
Alaric felt dejected in that small dingy room as he was at a stand still. He found himself strapped to a chair with metal rings cutting deep into his wrists. On the other side of the room, Xavier was strutting around confident with a sneer on his face. “Look at you now, Alaric ” Xavier said as he put his hands on his hips and laughed. “Formerly you had stature, nowadays you are just a flat back guy. What do you think about it?”Alaric turned his gaze toward him, internal rage reflected on his face. “You think this is a joke? You’re a mere puppet in Karl’s shadow. You will realize that one day.”Xavier let out another laugh. “Karl is top management. You would have done better staying with him. Instead, you went soft and turned the other way, and now look what this has led you to.”“Break all the connections with Karl.” Alaric spoke in a strained tone. “He’ll drain you dry. You will end up exactly like me.”Xavier shook his head but his grin had gone away. “You do not get it. This is
