“So that's how it is,” Reginald muttered in a bitter tone, his expression complicated as he stared at Ethan. “No wonder, I couldn't help but feel threatened by you.”“Now you're just flattering me.” Ethan intoned with a hint of mockery.Reginald's wife intoned. “I heard you died.”“More like murdered. Perhaps you might know something about that.”No one responded as though the Williams were stunned, they were cunning enough to know that admitting to killing Ethan was the same as shooting themselves in the foot.“How did you survive?” Lucia asked, clearly still terrified by Ethan's presence.Ethan grinned. “Wouldn't you like to know?”“Why are you here?... It would have been better if you continued to hide your identity.” Reginald remarked, his eyes warily scanning Ethan's body.“But what's the fun in that?... Honestly, I could have done that but I'm tired of hiding. So here I am, Reginald, feeling trigger-happy?” Reginald gritted his teeth but knew deep down he could do nothing to Et
Once they were done packing, Ethan and Anna left for the airport with Ethan leaving Dusk Manor in Bill's able hands. On arriving at the airport, they took their luggage and headed for the terminal to carry out some certifications before they'd be allowed to leave the country.Once done, Ethan took Anna to the cafeteria for breakfast as the airport staff asked them to wait for a bit while they processed all their information.“What would you like?” Ethan inquired once they were seated. Anna shrugged. “Maybe a burger and some fries.” “Alright coming right up with a smoothie.”With that, he got to his feet and left, leaving Anna to watch their bags.Just then, a man accompanied by two beautiful women and four bodyguards approached.From his looks, one could immediately tell that he was troublesome with more money than he knew what to do with.“Well hello there sweetheart.” The man started, his eyes trailing Anna's body like a hound.Anna raised a brow, taking a moment to glance back b
Ethan nodded as he let go of Ronald's hand, causing the latter to think he had won.“Hmmph, I thought you'd decide to be a hero.”Before he could say more, Ethan suddenly remarked. “Now gentlemen, you are about to see me beat up a fool.”“What?”Ronald didn't even see it until he was on the ground, only to realize that Ethan had struck him across the cheek with a right hook.His eyes spinning, he couldn't even make out his bearings, merely hearing what sounded like fighting for a while before it finally stopped.By the time he regained himself, Ethan was standing over him while his guards were all on the ground, unconscious.The girls with him had already run away, leaving Ronald to his fate.“What the hell is happening?” He asked in confusion.Ethan smiled mischievously. “I'm teaching you a lesson in humility, of course.” “You'd best not touch me again, I have friends in high places, I'll make you regret your life!” Ronald threatened while dreading the prospect of Ethan ignoring his
“Haha, of course, of course, why would anything be wrong?” Ronald inquired, trying his hardest to play off the entire situation though no one was buying it.“Are you sure about that?” Ethan pressed, quite amused seeing the old fool wet himself trying to escape Louisa's potential wrath.“Of course!... Isn't that right, Gerald, everything is okay, right?”Gerald the guard leader gulped nervously as he replied. “I mean, it was just a little scuffle so there's nothing wrong.”“Yet it seemed like you were about to apprehend him.” Louisa intoned, causing Gerald to feel even more nervous as his hands turned clammy with sweat. “Apprehend him?... That's not at all what was happening, Young miss, don't misunderstand.”“I think I understand quite clearly, officer. I will be having a word with your head of security.”“There's no need to go that far, ma'am, honestly,” Gerald remarked as he knew that with one word from Louisa, he would not only lose his job, but he'd never be able to get it back a
Just as Ronald was about to ridicule Ethan more, he realized he still was on a call prompting him to return to it.“Yes, what else do you want to tell me?”“I forgot to let you know, the person that bought all your assets is a businessman calling himself Ghost. He is the same one who purchased Savour, Horizon, and a host of other companies while clearing their debts. So you can be assured that your company is in good hands.”Ronald was just about to curse out the lawyer only to pause as he recalled something. Back in the cafeteria, Louisa had referred to Ethan as Ghost and he hadn't refuted her words.Did that mean?... No, it made no sense.Ronald glanced at Ethan, his lips trembling as he couldn't fathom what he had just thought.Ethan flashed a smile. “I'm guessing you are speaking with your lawyer. Say hi to him for me.” “Is that Mr. Ghost I heard in the background?... Hand him the phone, I need to discuss becoming his permanent lawyer.” Ronald didn't even have the stomach to ha
“What do you think of the new boss?” Mario, the co-pilot inquired of the main pilot, Seth.“What do I care?... As long as he pays my salary, I don't give a damn who serves as my boss.”“I guess you are right but that guy looks like a fucking deadbeat so I do wonder how he managed to get so much money.”“Perhaps he's a criminal. I won't be surprised if that's the case.” Seth remarked. “Regardless, we shouldn't concern ourselves with that. Let's just focus on doing our job.”“Alright, if you say so.”Just then, there was a flash of light ahead causing Seth's expression to shift. “Were there any reports of a storm today, Mario?”“Not to my knowledge, no.”“Are you sure?”“Of course, why?”“Then why the hell is there a fucking storm coming right at us!” ***The turbulence started with a few bumps with Ethan brushing it off as he conversed with Anna while enjoying their meals.But then, the system notification appeared and he knew that something was wrong.[Emergency mission is being gene
Having made up his mind, Ethan rushed to the pilot seat and helped Seth out of it before taking his place. As he grabbed the wheel, all information on how to fly a plane immediately flowed into his brain like a river.Before now, Ethan had no idea how to fly a plane but at this moment, even veteran pilots wouldn't dare say they were more knowledgeable than him.With a smile on his lips, Ethan remarked. “Bring it on.” He focused on stabilizing the plane first to avoid getting tossed around by the storm after which he began to make his way around the tornadoes and flashing lightning.Despite the attempts of the gods to stop Ethan from reaching his destination, the Champion of Absolute proved himself up to the task.After almost an hour of flying through turbulent weather, Ethan managed to escape the storm, finally arriving within calm waters again.His rapidly beating heart calmed down allowing him some respite.For a moment, there was silence, and then, a triumphant laugh escaped Eth
As a prestigious hotel, only the very rich people dared to enter Hotel Crimson and they were easily noticeable by the kind of clothes they wore, the accessories they carried, and even the cologne they wore. For a wealthy person, everything had to be designer, nothing else would suffice and the staff of Hotel Crimson had gotten used to that.This was why when Ethan walked in with Anna, he was immediately seen as a man who didn't belong and no middle-class pauper would be able to afford even the cheapest rooms in their establishment.“Are you sure you aren't in the wrong building?” The receptionist inquired, dropping all formalities as she addressed Ethan rudely.Ethan shook his head. “This is Hotel Crimson, right?”“Indeed it is.”“Then I believe I am in the right place.”“I don't think so.” The receptionist insisted, her eyes filled with contempt.Meanwhile, those who were enjoying themselves around the vicinity began to notice the commotion at the reception with most commenting on i