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Rise Of The World's Overlord 228. Are you seeing another girl?”
Smirking, Alaric turned around and took his leave, leaving Liam to be staring as he wondered what he met with his words. “Ugh! When is all these going to be over? I’m losing my head already.” He muttered, snapping his eyes shut. Pulling his feet towards the elevator, he tried not to think much about everything that was going on but he couldn't get his mind off it. “Hey Liam, where have you been all these while?” It was Xavier who was running after him. Currently, they were on the ground floor of the building. “You're becoming scarce these days, are you planning on leaving the company?” He asked, peering at him with his brows raised. “Not at all.” Liam chuckled as he pulled out his hand from his pocket. Placing it on Xavier's shoulder, he asked, “Can I ask for a favor?” “No.” “Oops, it's fine.” He forced a smile at him. “Come on, I was just pulling your legs. You can tell me whatever you want to… I can listen to your rant all day.” With his face now lit up, Liam looked around
Rise Of The World's Overlord 229. You guys are manipulative…
For a moment, Liam didn't say anything.He kept staring at her like it was their first meeting. “I asked a question Liam.” Naya snapped, hitting her fists against the table. His silence had made her suspicion about another female stronger. “What prompted you to ask that?” Liam replied, using his fingers to trace the outline of his jaw. He was clearly not expecting her to ask that. “Because… I need to know.” “What if I'm seeing someone….” Naya didn't allow him to finish before she grabbed her purse off the table but before she could storm off, he held her hand. “Come on Naya, you know I wouldn't try to hurt you.” “But you are seeing another girl.” She huffed. Unable to keep his laughter in check anymore, Liam threw his head backwards as he chuckled loudly. The next time he locked eyes with her, she was seething and on the table, her fist was clenched, amusing him even more. “You should calm down, okay.”Now holding her hands, he squeezed them softly. “Believe me when I say I’m
Rise Of The World's Overlord 230. Taking a deep breath.
“Liam, you're certain you don't need my assistance?” Madam Aurelia asked. She had been on the phone with him for about half an hour now. “Yeah, I will be fine with the others.” He affirmed, reviewing everything she had said in his head. At the end of the call, Liam rejoined the others in the living room. “If you're still doubting, I can prove to you that Xavier is the mole Alaric had planted to monitor you.” Rose said immediately he plopped on the couch. “The trend he uses whenever something happens… remember?” Dave asked, crossing his hands on his chest. “What trend?” Liam was getting even more confused. Coupled with what his mother had said to him, he felt like his head was blowing up. “At first, he will pull himself out, giving you reasons why he can’t be a part of your team and then he will return with stuff you can use to wriggle yourself out.” “How did he know about the grenade in your office?” Dave asked, peering at Liam. It was at this moment it dawned on Liam the poin
Rise Of The World's Overlord 231. “I want you to promise me one thing…”
Hearing this, Liam quicking turned his head in his direction, locking eyes with Karl’s own which was weak because of his old age. “You said something.” He broke the silence, taking his eyes off Karl who was still staring. “Yeah! It's not as if I’m doing you a favor by making you the head of the project, it is your hard work that brought you here.” He pursed his lips as he nodded his head in rhythm. His act kept Liam on the edge who was already tired of the suspense Karl was making him go through. Pushing his hand into his pocket, he pushed his head backwards, trying hard to get a grip of himself. He was curious and what he needed was an immediate response but it wasn't forthcoming. Just when he was about to state his frustration, Karl cleared his throat and then said, “The biotechnology company you want to go after, step back from it.” Liam gulped as beads of perspiration gathered on his forehead. How did he know about this? — He pondered. This was the only question ringing in
Rise Of The World's Overlord 232. The first successful experiment.
After the episode with Sam, Liam decided to focus on work before he gets choked up with the numerous jobs on his lists. He had just finished a file when he heard a knock on his door. At first he wanted to ignore but thinking whoever it was on the other end had something important to say to him, he ushered the person in. Grinning from side to side, Xavier stepped into his office. “I waited for your text all through the night but it never came.” He muttered, plopping on the couch with his legs crossed. “Are you trying to get words from me so you can relay them to your master?” Liam asked with his gaze trained on him. “What are you talking about?” Xavier asked with a raised brow. “You’ve been caught in your act, you should own up to it.” Came Liam's response as he continued scrolling through his laptop. For the next few minutes that followed, no one said a word. While Liam continued flipping through his files and scrolling through his laptop, Xavier had his gaze on him. Pressing
Rise Of The World's Overlord 233. Keep your sermon to yourself.
Shaking his legs, Liam kept staring at his wrist watch at intervals and at the same time at the entrance of the cafe. Since noon, he has been in the cafe waiting for investigative journalist Kaylan Owen who had agreed to meet with him. Checking his watch for the hundredth time, he pulled out his phone from his pocket and just when he was about to dial her contact, she appeared in front of him, panting heavily. “I'm so sorry Liam, I had to upload a story before someone else does and takes the credit for my hard work.” She said in a breath, pushing her hair from her face as she plopped on the chair opposite Liam. “Do you want to drink anything?” He asked, drumming his fingers softly against the table. When Karl threatened to thwart his plans, he decided to prove to him that he wasn't just bluffing and he could maneuver his way around the issue effortlessly. With the aid of Rose and the others, he came to the conclusion of meeting with Kaylan who had agreed to meet with him. “Yes
Rise Of The World's Overlord 234. The presidential visit.
Unknowingly to Liam, Naya got wind of his presidential visit and ever since then, she had been suspicious. Everyone had kept to themselves so she wouldn't be suspicious of what they were up to but with the presidential visit, she was certain something was going on under her nose. With her hands resting on her thigh, she was staring at the screen of her laptop, trying to get lost in the article she was reading. The article didn't help matters since it was related to AI tech, taking her mind back to Liam and the visit. During dinner that day, Rose decided to share her experiences at school on the table but just when she was about to get to the climax of her tale, Naya cut in. Clearing her throat, she made sure four pairs of eyes were staring back at her before she decided to speak, “What are you guys up to? And don't you try to deceive me.” She said with a warning tone, her gaze on Liam. “What are you talking about?” Rose asked, exchanging glances between her and Liam who was swir
Rise Of The World's Overlord 235. “Ugh! This is sickening.”
Ever since Alaric left the cafe, he had been pondering on Liam's words of him being among the test objects and as a pawn in the president’s game. Shaking his head, he smacked his lips as he plopped on the couch he had been occupying. For over half an hour now, this had been his routine and it seemed it wasn't going to stop anytime soon. “Ugh! This is sickening.” He muttered, pushing his hand into his hair as he tugged on it. Unable to keep still, he made his way to his bar, downing glasses after glasses of liquor, trying to take his mind off Liam's words but it kept replaying in his head. “What if it turns out to be true? Liam isn't good at making up stories, I doubt he will ever do that.” He muttered, refilling his glass. Just when he was about to down the content, he remembered Sam and at once he called out to him. Unlike before when running footsteps will follow his call, it was the echo of his voice that responded. He didn't think of it at first until he called for four st
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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
