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The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 053 The Sad Undertaker
Five of the eight cops inside the monitoring room were impaled by the volley of glass shards. It didn't kill them but was damaging enough to incapacitate them. Two of the remaining turned tail and ran away to get backup.When Roy realized the one-way mirror had shattered, he used his subordinate as a human shield. As a result, he wasn't hurt by the exploding glass.Tyler's display of monstrous strength petrified the Commissioner, but the seasoned police officer in him kicked in. He unholstered his gun quickly and clicked off its safety. However, the young man slapped it out of his hand before he could fire.Crack! The slap looked casual but was so powerful that Roy's wrist broke, and his hand rotated at an odd angle."Argh!" he exclaimed, staggering back, clutching at his hand in agony."Where is my sister?" Tyler demanded again, grabbing him by the neck and lifting his body into the air.Roy Mitchell weighed at least three hundred pounds, but the young man lifted him effortlessly. As
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 054 The Protector
Torque was an orphan who raised himself on the streets. His father was a henchman for the notorious Red Viper gang. At the age of ten, the boy lost his parents to a gruesome civil war between mafia groups.Torque's pain did not end there. He had an elder sister who was raped and killed by gangsters. The boy was helpless to save her and hated that he was the only survivor.Torque grew up as an errand boy in the underworld, doing petty jobs. He often got into fights and won them effortlessly. Even when he was outnumbered, stabbed, and bleeding to death, he would keep standing. On the inside, he had sworn never to be weak again.Once the underworld gangs realized Torque's strength, they hired him as a hitman. Ultimately, he developed a sound reputation as a killer. However, he lived by principles, one of which was—women were not to be exploited or killed on his watch.***At the moment, Torque was surrounded, but his shoulders were hunched as if nothing unusual was happening.His indiffer
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 055 The Hux Gang
“What the fuck is going on?” a gang member exclaimed, eyeing Tyler in a daze. “Who is this guy?”The stranger had appeared within the blink of an eye out of nowhere. He shoved Torque out of the bullet’s way in the nick of time, which was way too fast for a human.“Tyler Grant!” Huxley called out. “How did you escape from the police station? You’re supposed to be in handcuffs!”Tyler cast a glance mixed with pity and revulsion at the gang leader. “I feel no obligation to answer questions of a bottom-feeder like you. But it would be best if you worried about yourself. You signed your own death sentence by kidnapping my sister!”“My death sentence?” Huxley spat with a howl of laughter. “You may have escaped your demise at the Marian Hotel because of Dwayne Mosby. But here, I am the undisputed king! You walked into the lion’s den, Tyler! Our entire gang of sixty will skewer you into mincemeat!”Tyler scoffed. “Do you call these pipsqueaks a gang? What a joke! They will die along with you
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 056 Settling Scores With Fire
Torque realized he received fatal blows, and his vital organs were punctured. His vision was blurring, and his ears were ringing the death knell. However, the stranger’s words came through to him clearly.Torque had seen with utter astonishment how Tyler moved with unnatural speed and fought with superhuman strength. He even watched him stop a bullet with his bare hands. How was that possible?The hulk had principles he was determined to follow until his last moments. One of them was never to kneel to any man. However, the stranger demanding his fealty was no man. He was a god.With a thundering groan, Torque heaved himself up with his hands and went up on one knee. Blood pooled out of his wounds, forming crimson puddles. However, the hulk spoke a few words with his last ounce of energy.“My name… TORQUE… Swear… My allegiance.”Even though Torque was about to die, he felt serving an extraordinary man during his last moments would be a privilege.Tyler smirked, impressed by the hulk’s
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 057 Reckless Driving
Tyler was on his way to GlobeMall in Yara's borrowed Honda Hybrid. "I have to get a new car soon," he said to himself.The young man wondered what kind of emergency Natalie was in. She refused to tell him anything over the phone.Tyler gazed at his right hand and bit his lip. He had made the Martyr's Bloodstone into a ring. It was his alternative power source. He didn't have to visit the spiritual aquifer in Prince's Cove daily.The Bloodstone's actual utility was something different, which he put to experiment today. It had worked well to heal Torque's fatal injuries, which confirmed its efficacy. However, the hulk was exceptionally strong and could handle the powerful surges of turbulent mystical energy.Silas and Ruth's weakened constitutions may collapse under the Bloodstone's full blast. Tyler needed another rare item to soften its rush—a chakra needle. But he had no idea where to start looking for it.Tyler was only a mile away from GlobeMall when his vision began to blur. He sh
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 058 Forced Shopping
"I am not interested in banquets or parties," Tyler replied dryly. "You can tell Malcolm I rejected his invitation."Natalie pursed her lips in confusion. Why did he refer to Lord Douglas by his first name? Were they close? Was Tyler being offensive, or was he so influential that even the royal family allowed him to be casual? The latter was unlikely."Look…" she began, putting her thoughts to rest. "I don't know how you earned the Douglas family's favor. But let me tell you, getting an invitation from the Prince of Petra is huge! On the other hand, turning it down won't be good for either of us. Dad committed to Lord Douglas that he'll bring you along. Please do it for me… Pretty please…"Tyler sighed and shook his head lightly. Did Silas assume he could accept invitations on his behalf? Did the billionaire have no regard for his time? But Natalie looked so innocent and adorable pleading, it was challenging to say no."Fine! I'll go."The beauty did a fist pump, and her eyes darted a
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 059 Family Influence
Tyler turned around to see Erica Sinclair and Melissa Brown making googly eyes at him. But as soon as they recognized who he was, their expressions turned sour, as if they had bit into a freshly cut lemon."What the hell are you doing here, Tyler?" Erica spat, taking a step back.The webs of wonder she had built were brutally shattered. She had imagined that she'd seduce an attractive scion with her beauty. However, the stranger had turned out to be the man she despised. Moreover, he actually looked dashing in the Brioni suit!Tyler slanted his eyes at the girls. "What I am doing here is none of your business," he replied sharply."Have you been following Erica?" Melissa asked with a pretentious, worried look. "Should I call the security guards?"However, the young man sounded disinterested. "Stop wasting my time and get out of my sight."His words infuriated Erica. "Enough of your nonsense, Tyler! Do you think wearing trial clothes actually made you wealthy? You're still as dirt poor
The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives 060 Preparations
“Why did the mall manager pay you obeisance?” Natalie asked curiously. “Are you hiding anything from me?”Tyler shrugged casually. “He’s an acquaintance of my father, and I helped him out once. That’s about it.”While the young woman was unsatisfied with his answer, she decided not to pursue it further. But she was determined to find out the truth one day.“You were quite feisty earlier,” Tyler observed. “I told you once you don’t need to defend me everywhere. I can take care of myself.”“Hmph,” Natalie replied with a scornful expression, which made her look even more adorable. “I couldn’t digest that little bitch’s insults. She got on my nerves.”Tyler chuckled and was inclined to make a catfight sound but decided against it.“Do you disapprove of my behavior then?” Natalie teased, poking him in the chest playfully.“No, actually, I enjoyed it,” came the reply. “It makes you more enticing than usual.”His words made Natalie blush, and she turned away sharply so he wouldn’t notice her
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253 Invention
Half an hour later, Tyler and Derek reached the automobile showroom that the former owned. It was previously called Carlisle Motors but was renamed Maya Motors.Maya, a bright little girl, was its General Manager. She had vehemently opposed the showroom being renamed after her."Sir, it is your property!" the girl had protested. "I cannot have my name on the company title!""Well, you have no choice in the matter," Tyler had replied stubbornly. "You handle all the responsibilities anyway. Moreover, my privacy will be threatened if I use my name on the properties."Maya greeted the duo at the showroom's entrance. "Welcome, sir.""How's our secret project going?" Tyler asked.The female manager looked enthusiastic. "It is running fabulously, sir! We have already manufactured over five hundred units! Would you like a tour?""Most definitely. Actually, I brought Derek to see our operations, and unveil my plan."Maya escorted them to the showroom's VIP elevator. Once the doors closed, she
252 Forgiveness
When Tyler reached the Grant house on Maude Street, he found Derek Sentinel standing guard outside. On seeing him, the man rushed forward and knelt on one knee."Sir, I took Tracy out shopping and distracted her. She knows nothing about what happened earlier. Amelia is still your girlfriend, in her opinion. Now Tracy is resting."Tyler nodded and began to walk past the kneeling Indigo Captain. "Sir, please, may I have a word with you?" the latter begged."Go ahead.""I am very ashamed, sir, for failing you and Tracy! I am prepared to break up with her and go into exile for penance. Moreover, I will accept any other punishment you think I deserve. Death is also welcome."Tyler shook his head. "Enough of that. The danger has been averted. Stand."Derek rose to his feet, but his face still hung in shame. "Please forgive me, sir, and punish me for my tardiness."His young master waved a dismissive hand. "There is nothing to forgive, Derek. A sly woman tricked you, and I know Tracy is stub
251 Adultery
"What are you doing?" Tyler demanded, preparing for a fight. He detected no bloodlust, but the confrontation was unexpected.The beauty glanced at his face up close. "I'm doing what I came here to do, Tyler Grant. To take what is owed to me. Have you forgotten our promise?""What are you talking about? Our promise? I've never met you before!"Amelia disregarded his shock. Her hand moved to his face, and her soft fingers touched his rugged cheek. Something in Tyler allowed it. What was wrong with him suddenly? Why were his defenses down?"Listen, lady. I don't have the time—"Then, abruptly, the memory flooded into his mind. A blast from the past. He was probably younger than ten years.It was Christmas, and the boy wanted to purchase food from Mama's Bakery. Because of his disheveled appearance and lack of money, the obese guard turned him away with humiliation.Tyler was about to leave when a little ran outside the bakery, calling to him. She offered him a chocolate pastry.The boy d
250 Amelia
On hearing the lovesick words, Tracy's cheeks immediately turned red in embarrassment. "Oh… I'm so sorry…"Naturally, lovers separated by distance and time were forced to sacrifice their sexual urges. They would look for a chance to jump each other's bones during a reunion. Tracy was old enough to know that."Stupid, stupid me!" she blurted, evidently flustered. "You lovebirds need private time!" Before leaving, Tracy whispered to her brother, "Good choice, bro. You knocked it out of the park. Amelia is a keeper. Don't let her escape."Tyler pursed his lips. "Don't worry. I won't let her escape so easily," was the rather morbid reply.Once Tracy exited the bakery, Tyler sat across the table and gave the stranger a piercing gaze."Who are you?" he asked bluntly. "What do you want from me?""And what was that lover's farce about? I don't know any Amelia! I've never heard or seen you before."In response, the exotic beauty stood to her full height gracefully. She was in a black, trendy
249 The Stranger
Tyler met Derek Sentinel at the junction of Bakery Alley in West Sapphire. As soon as the young man saw her sister's boyfriend, he grabbed him by the neck and slammed him into an electric pole."You swore to protect my sister! Why did you leave her alone?! Where were you when she was taken?"The wind was knocked out of Derek. He took the punishment without complaints and instead lowered his face in shame.Earlier, the Indigo Captain had received a call from Tyler demanding he come to Bakery Alley immediately. Apparently, Tracy's life was in danger, and it was because of his stupidity."Did the cat get your tongue?!""Sir…" Derek groaned. "I was with Tracy when the stranger arrived and invited her to this location. Your sister insisted it was a private meeting between women; therefore, men weren't allowed. She wouldn't listen to me at all!""You know how stubborn your sister is. Moreover, the stranger claimed she was your close acquaintance. My hands were tied."Tyler let the man go bu
248 The New World Order
The conference room echoed with tunes. The perplexed dignitaries whipped out their devices and began answering the calls and reading the messages."What?! The child trafficking group was wiped out?""I don't believe this! The bombs were found, and the terrorists surrendered?""The hijacked plane was returned?""The workers in the collapsed mine were rescued?" "The hostages are back home?""The humanitarian supplies were recovered?"Apparently, all the problems the elite members had stated had already been solved! They looked at each other in utter disbelief, trying to understand what was going on.It was time for Yara to speak up. "Respected dignitaries! Let me illuminate you about what happened! Lord Tristan fixed your problems while you were on your way from your nations! This is how capable he is.""What? Impossible!""That's inconceivable!""Is Lord Tristan really that powerful?""His scale of operations is even grander than Lord Butch!"The grateful members turned towards Tyler
247 The Elite Conference
The dignitaries in the conference room came from all over the world—Europe, China, Russia, India, Japan, and so on. They were CEOs of multinationals, government officials, and even from international agencies.As soon as Yara announced Tyler's new alias—Tristan Salvatore, the room became flooded with gossip and whispers. The members exchanged surprised glances and even voiced their confusion."Miss Mathews!" the representative from China began. "With due respect. We accepted your invitation because we were promised an audience with Lord Butch Salvatore. We've met him before, and he is a much older man."The others nodded in agreement. "We do not recognize Lord Tristan, regardless of him being related to the man we seek.""Moreover, we usually meet in the Salvatore Estate. Why are we at Emperor's Cove in Sapphire City?"Yara offered the group a professional smile and stepped forward. "I regret to inform you that the Lord Salvatore you knew passed away a few months back. His unfortunate
246 The New Lord
Tyler pursed his lips, feeling guilty all over. "But I will help you find the perfect bridegroom!" he added quickly. "My job is to protect you, and I won't let any random guy become your husband!"Michelle raised her streaming eyes slowly. She was still weeping, but a bitter smile appeared on her face. "Thanks! I'm grateful! Please don't leave my side, ever!"Tyler wiped a tear off her cheek affectionately. He pulled out a handkerchief and raised her chin. "I won't. Now, stop crying like a baby. You are the future Queen of Petra! Don't let others see your weaknesses!"Michelle took the hanky and kissed it lovingly. "May I keep it?"The young man chuckled and turned to leave. "Of course. Now go and inform the High Council that you are ready for the royal banquet. As the Princess of Petra, you have a reputation to uphold. I will see you next during that event."Michelle nodded obediently and watched the man walk away. Tyler approached the terrace railing, leaped over it, and disappeared
245 The Proposal
Tyler was utterly tongue-tied for a few moments. What did the Douglas heiress just say? She wanted to marry him?The young man knew Michelle for a short time. But he always saw her as a little girl. Tyler's sole inclination was to protect her. That would also align with the late Prince of Petra's wishes.However, the Princess' proposal to marry him and become the King of Petra was astounding. He had no idea she thought about him that way."Michelle…" Tyler began. "Is this a prank?"The girl joined her hands against her heart and stepped closer to him. "I love you, Tyler Grant! Please become my husband and my King. I will make you very happy!"The young man chuckled nervously. "This is ridiculous! You cannot be serious!"The Princess peered into his eyes with passion. "I have never been more serious in my life."Tyler sighed and shook his head. "I'm sorry, I cannot accept that proposal. I have never seen you that way."Michelle's smile faltered, and she bit her lip, visibly hurt. "Is i
