2024-12-06 14:34:09Unknown to Clarissa, the gift she called trash were actually the top notch, best of best, out of this world, items that money could buy.
It's difficult to believe the fact that a billionaire will leave the life of luxury, and then decide to settle in the slums. What kind of a life will that be? But Clyde did it.. he chose this life for a reason. Clyde had gotten a gold card with black diamond engraved on it, this card was only for the wealthiest in the Zizou Empire. This gold card had no spending limits and could contain billions of trium (the currency of the Zizou Empire. One Trium is equivalent to One dollar. In the modern world, Clyde will be one of the richest men there is. Another gift he had prepared was the state of the art smart-wristband, which after facial recognition will allow Clarissa the access to learn about his real identity as the lord of the Zizou Empire's military forces. Clyde's identity was known only to a few. Even in the military, only a handful of military personnel knew about him. However due to Clarissa being used to the wealthy and influential life of the rich, she had always been close to everything she ever wanted; Wealth, power, fame, glory, now throws all these state of the art gifts away without actually knowing what she had done. Her actions were understandable as no woman would want to live a life of misery, but to leave her husband, barely after their wedding is something that can never be reconciled with. Clarissa had seen so much wealth and she couldn't even consider living in this poor state. Due to the fact she believed Clyde was church-rat poor, she felt there was nothing he could offer her.. what can a slum dweller give to a rich lady like me? What can we build with an annual salary of two thousand, six hundred trium (∆2,600)? How foolish her assumptions were, and how even more foolish she will feel when she finally learns the truth. How regretful she would feel when she finds out that Clyde's true net worth was around eight hundred to one trillion trium. ************* As Clarissa sat in the cab which was conveying her back to her family house, she took out her phone and dialed a number. She had plans to call her best friend; Rachael Ventura. “Clarissa honey, how are you doing?” a female voice sounded from the phone. “Rachael, I requested for a divorce from him.” Clarissa said without responding to the greeting of her friend. “Splendid! I always knew you had it in you.. I kept wondering what attracted you to that dead weight.” The female, Rachael spoke in an excited tone as if the divorce was the greatest news she had ever heard in her life. Rachael was a divorcee. She had left her husband after he failed to buy her a BMW X7 and a Louis Vuitton bag. She felt it's best she stays alone rather than being married to a man that couldn't provide all she wanted. “I will be home soon. Can you come over?” Clarissa replied. Although she sounded satisfied, she had a somber expression on her face. She didn't like what she did, but she had no choice as most of her decisions were influenced by her best friend Rachael. “Sure thing darling. I'd be there in a jiffy.. just have to ditch Sam here.” Rachael replied with a giggle. Clarissa knew who Sam was.. he was Rachael's boy toy. “Okay, I will be waiting for you then.” Clarissa then cut the connection. *********** Meanwhile Clyde scanned his facial features and opened the wristband, he received wedding anniversary wishes from the Generals and important members of the Zizou Empire's military forces. Only those who knew about the famous god of war sent their messages.. and also from the Royal family. 'Happy Wedding anniversary young master’ 'Wishing the young lord a happy one year anniversary’ 'I hope you enjoyed your marriage, young master. Happy wedding anniversary’ 'Happy Wedding anniversary my little boy, I can't wait to see the girl that captured the heart of my little Clyde. Love Mother.' 'Happy Wedding anniversary son. Do good to return as soon as possible tomorrow. Your father.' Just as Clyde was reading through the messages, he received a call from his personal assistant. “Good day Sir. How's the wifey doing? Tomorrow's the big day Sir, I have already planned it all. I will be bringing in exotic gifts and the latest cosmetics for our young wife, and also the latest fashion designer would be there to take her measurements for a custom made gown, don't worry though, I have already bought gowns from Hermes, and also from Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci..” the PA kept on rambling the gifts which had been prepared, bought and brought by the Generals and other important members of the Zizou Empire's military forces, friends, and as well as the Royal family. These super expensive gifts were to be presented to Clarissa the next day as the wedding anniversary gifts. Sadly the one in question was already a mile away from Clyde and had unknowingly shoved their goodwill up their asses. Clyde had to rub his forehead repeated to calm the migraine that was beginning to build up. He knew he had to stop them before it blew out of proportion. “Dani.. Clarissa requested for a divorce.” Clyde said in a low voice. There was silence which lasted for about a full minute.. then the PA burst out. “What!? Why!? How!? When!?” “To answer your first question; Yes she did.. Why!? “Because she believes I am a good for nothing who would die a wretched pauper and she did not want to go down that path with me.” “How!? She made a bit of a scene and demanded for a divorce before leaving in a cab, I believe she would be at her home by now. As for when!? Just about an hour ago.” There was pin drop silence. Clyde knew exactly what was going through his assistant's mind. He knew she would be fuming mad. Danielle Fandango had been Clyde's personal assistant and adjutant for a while now and she loved working with him. She couldn't comprehend why Clarissa would leave a wonderful man because of a lack of material things. Heck! Young lord Clyde Darkfang of the Darkfang Royal family was fully loaded with wealth. The materialistic bitch doesn't deserve to be with her young lord. She will definitely give Clarissa a piece of her mind.. more than a piece. “Don't beat yourself up about it young lord. She's not worth your time.” Danielle said in a soothing voice, but her face was covered with a murderous frown. If Clyde was around her at that moment, he would detect a massive amount of killing intent oozing out from his personal assistant. Sigh! “Shall I pass this news to the upper echelons?” She said in the same soothing voice. “Do as you see fit Dani. I wish to be left alone for a while.” Clyde said in a defeated tone laced with pain. He had hoped to have finally found that true love which his mother had always told him about in stories, he just didn't expect his fantasy to be harshly broken to pieces. “Yes Boss.” Danielle said and then cut the connection. She went to work and began to pass on the divorce news to everyone who was in the know.
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The Return Of Martins Goblin. CHAPTER 004.
When Clyde got out of the building, he found Clarissa waiting for a cab. He walked up to her. He sighed in his heart. He could not believe his marriage ended just like that.He understood Clarissa's worries; women liked the typical strong alpha rich men. Men strong enough to shield them from harm, and also rich enough to provide their needs. He was strong no doubt, but he wasn't rich (at least in this fake life of his).This was the reason Clarissa left him. He bore no animosity towards her, despite what the old man inside the courthouse had said.“Clarissa, I wish you the best in life. I hope you find someone who will love you as much as I do, and who will take good care of you. You truly deserve to live a good life.” Clyde said with sincerity.He truly loved Clarissa, if things were in his power, he would have told her about his real identity a long time ago, but sadly he couldn't say anything about it. So right now he was trying to soothe her feelings and show that he understood he
The Return Of Martins Goblin. CHAPTER 005.
Clyde couldn't believe Clarissa dumped him for an ugly cow. The problem wasn't him not being lovable or caring or not doing his best.. no, the problem was Clarissa had already been cheating on him because she simply was just a materialistic woman who saw nothing but money.Clyde couldn't believe this! He now knew exactly why Clarissa suddenly asked for a divorce; Clarissa was cheating on him, and when Seth couldn't bear to keep it a secret anymore, Clarissa then demanded for a divorce.. it all made sense now!He had been cuckolded without even knowing. When did it start? How long have they been having sex behind his back? Three months? Four months?Anger and hatred welled up in his heart for these two in front of him. Clyde looked at Clarissa's smiling face as she blushed and held Seth's arm as if it was a bag full of trium.. perhaps it was.His mind immediately flashed back once again to what the middle-aged man had said.“I once had a wife who didn't see me as a nice fit for her. Sh
The Return Of Martins Goblin. CHAPTER 006.
Seth and Clarissa came out of the car, irritated and ready to have a fierce quarrel with the Cybertruck driver.. Seth had a reason for this; he knew that if he pleaded, he might get off with a fine, but he didn't have the funds to pay a heavy amount of such fine.. this was a Cybertruck limo for crying out loud.Unknowingly, the driver of the Cybertruck limo was actually the Personal Assistant and Adjutant of Clyde. Danielle was driving one of the most expensive cars in the world.. what's a Lamborghini Aventador or a BMW X7 compared to a Cybertruck.. and not just any Cybertruck, but a Cybertruck limo.Danielle had come pick up Clyde. She has received a call from the Royal family to bring Clyde back to the palace as the Empress sought to comfort her son. Danielle didn't even glance at Clarissa nor the fuming Seth, rather she went straight to Clyde and performed the courtesy bow.“Young lord, I am glad you seem fine.” she said as soon as she raised her head.“I thought you'd come tomorro
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Clyde drove the Lamborghini bull, galloping all the way. He was like a dazzling laser light, attracting attention wherever he went.He had taken the sports car to cruise the highway of Gold City and clear his head. After all he's been through, he didn't want to take any more chances.After a while, Clyde came to a public parking lot. He stepped out of the car. He wanted to scream out his frustration, but he knew it would be impossible to do so. How could he not see that he was being led on? He was being cheated on by the woman he loved most. And for what? Just a few thousand trium? What's a few thousand trium compared to the billions he had?'I have to calm down. First of all, let me park this car someplace safe, I need to trek for a bit and plot out a plan on how deal with Seth and make them regret ever going against him.Clyde rushed back to his car, entered and drove off towards one of the most famous five star hotel in Gold City.[MAJORDOMO FIVE STAR BAL HARBOUR RESORT. GOLD CITY,
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Clyde took a cab to the Omega Lorenzo Royalty company building. He knew what he had to do, but how to do it and get the best result was what he contemplated on.'I think I should call Danielle, she will give me the best idea there is.' he thought as he took out his phone and dialed a number.“Sir, do you need for anything?” Danielle's voice rang forth.“Yes. I want take over the Omega Lorenzo Royalty company. Make it happen. Also replace Seth's father with one of our trusted person.” Clyde spoke in a serious authoritative tone.“Hohohoho!” Danielle chuckled“The young master is out for revenge. I love it. I will get it done in just an hour.” Danielle replied.“Good, I will be waiting for your call in an hour then.” Clyde said and disconnected the call. He then walked over to the cafe nearby for a cup of coffee while he waits for Danielle's call.He was in the cafe when he saw Seth's BMW pull up at the front parking lot. Then he saw Clarissa and Seth holding hands lovingly and walked r
The Return Of Martins Goblin. CHAPTER 009.
“What young master!?” Seth questioned manager Howard.“How can you call this lowly slum dweller 'young master'? Don't be deceived by this conman. He's nothing but a poor and wretched slum dweller.” Seth's frustration was already piled up.“Are saying I don't know who my Boss is?” Mister Howard questioned with a frown on his face. He was clearly angry at Seth's rambling, but this only excited Clyde more.'The higher they are, the bigger they fall.'Clyde felt someone staring at him, he turned around and saw Clarissa's eyes on him. She had this thoughtful expression on her face as if she was finally comprehending all that was happening.“Your Boss!? What Boss!? Let me elaborate these to you Mister Howard! That man sitting there is the full definition of poverty. If he was rich enough to buy this building, then he won't be living in that shack at the slums!” Seth then turned to Clarissa.“If he was so rich, it won't be easy for me to get under the pant of his wife! He's so poor that hi
The Return Of Martins Goblin. CHAPTER 010.
BADOOM!It felt as if an atomic had been dropped on Seth. He certainly could not believe what he was hearing; did the slum dweller just told him to clear out his office or else he would call security? No, he must have misheard. There's no way that the low sonofabitch who used to work as cleaner will suddenly become the Boss.'And where the hell is Dad!?' Seth could not help but panic. Just then the door opened and Seth's father stepped in.Mister Mandeep was average in height and bald, he was just a little above fifty but now he looked like he's aged eighty.“Dad! Right on time. This trash here says he now owns the company and he even had the guts to ask me to clear out my office in five minutes else he would call security to throw me out.” Seth laid out his complain but his father didn't even once glance at him. Mister Mandeep's attention was on the plain clothed handsome man who could pass out as any street bum, but he knew better. This man in front of him was Clyde Darkfang, heir t
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CHAPTER 038.
Is he Jealous?Back at the hotel, Danielle paced the room. Clyde’s abrupt departure left her uneasy, and the news report on the tv hadn’t helped. She couldn’t shake the image of Clarissa’s bloody, broken body from her mind.She felt a pang of guilt and pain. She felt it was all her fault. For shutting the door at her without letting her get to speak to Clyde. Maybe that would've changed everything.The sound of the door creaking open made her spin around. Clyde stood there, his face unreadable.“Young Master,” she said, her voice a mix of relief and worry. “What’s going on? You left like the city was on fire.”He stepped inside, his movements deliberate. “It’s complicated,” he muttered, brushing past her.Danielle grabbed his arm, forcing him to stop. “Don’t give me that. Tell me the truth. What's going on?”Clyde sighed, running a hand through his hair. For a moment, he softened and she saw the storm raging inside him. “Clarissa’s in the hospital,” he admitted. “Someone ran her off t
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He'll payClyde reduced his hands slowly, his mind trying to understand where this was coming from. He took heavy, mechanical strides towards the Tv, his pulse pounded like a war drum in his ears, his mind confused. He snatched the remote from the table and pressed the power button, channel after channel he kept searching, blurred past them until he tuned to the local tv station, he froze.The screen showed Clarissa’s body being carried from the mangled wreck of an accident site on a stretcher and into an ambulance van.Security men scattered around the venue as they kept tags on the scene—exhibits and evidence. Rolling the usual caution tape over the part the accident took place.Her limbs were soaked in blood, she looked more like a broken doll than a living person. The news anchor’s voice cut through his haze like a blade.“The victim, identified as Clarissa Davidson, was struck by a vehicle and abandoned at the scene. Witnesses report that they saw an unidentified man exit the ca
CHAPTER 036.
SassyClarissa gazed up at the towering skyscraper before her. The building seemed endless, its reflective windows catching the glow of the late afternoon sun, and freshly installed flowerbeds added a vibrant touch to its modern aesthetic. She glanced at her phone, double-checking the address Rachael had sent her. It was the right place.The hotel was breathtaking. Memories flooded her mind—her first and only visit to a five-star hotel years ago with her father, back when he was still a man of importance. If Clyde was here now, it only confirmed what she’d heard—he had wealth beyond imagination.Taking a deep breath, she smoothed her dress and clicked her stiletto heels against the paved path leading to the entrance.*A man watching keenly from the comfort of his car stared at Clarissa. He picked up his phone and placed a call.“Target sighted. What should I do?” He said.“Make it swift and quick. Make it natural.. no suspicions.” The voice at the other end instructed.“Okay boss.” H
CHAPTER 035.
A mere assistantOutside the palace_The night air was crisp, carrying the faint scent of jasmine from the palace gardens. The tension between them was almost tangible as Clyde tossed the sleek leather luggage into the boot of the newly released, limited-edition Mercedes. Only four of its kind existed in the entire world, and he was privileged to own one.Danielle stood nearby, leaning casually against the car. A book was in her hands, her glasses perched delicately on her nose, giving her an air of quiet brilliance.She looked every bit the intellectual, lost in her own world, but Clyde couldn't take his eyes off her. A smile tugged at his lips, unbidden, as admiration coursed through him."All set. Let's go," he said, stepping closer, his voice low and warm.She raised her head from the book, her expression calm but unreadable. "Sure," she replied, moving to open the car door. But his hand shot out, stopping her."Uh…" He hesitated, his usual confidence faltering. "Are we still goin
CHAPTER 034.
The world belongs to the strongIn the dimly lit VIP room of his favorite club, Seth sat ensconced in luxury.He leaned back on the plush leather couch, surrounded by women laughing at his every word.His expensive whiskey glistened in the dim light as he reveled in their attention. His hands wandered freely, eliciting giggles, and his laughter boomed across the room, a testament to his dominance and indulgence.The mood shifted abruptly when the doors bursted open. Four men in black stormed in, their faces concealed by menacing masks. Their mere presence sent the women screaming and scrambling for the exits, their high heels clacking against the floor in desperation.Seth froze, his smirk fading. His sharp eyes caught the fifth figure entering the room—a mountain of a man, towering and broad-shouldered. Dark hair spilled over his hoodie, which hung like a cape, casting an ominous shadow over his face.As soon as he crossed the threshold, the man lunged forward, gripping Seth by the t
CHAPTER 033.
Unspoken emotions*“I miss her too,” Danielle whispered, her voice trembling.Without thinking, she reached for Robin and pulled him into a hug. He stiffened for a moment, then melted into her embrace, his arms wrapping around her as if holding onto something precious.The two of them stood there, the weight of their shared grief pressing down on them in the shadow of their mother’s grave. The world around them seemed to disappear as they held each other, the silence broken only by the quiet rustle of the wind.“I wish she could see us now,” Robin murmured, his voice thick with emotion. “See what we’ve become.”Danielle closed her eyes, letting the tears fall freely. “She would be proud. Of both of us.”Robin pulled back slightly, his eyes searching hers, his face a mixture of sorrow and longing. “You think so?”“I know so,” Danielle said firmly, her voice steady despite the storm raging inside her. She managed a small smile, brushing a stray strand of hair from his face. “You’re eve
CHAPTER 032.
A determined HeartThe first day was grueling. The recruits were subjected to endless drills—running, climbing, sparring, and endurance tests. By the end of it, Danielle’s muscles burned, her hands were blistered, and her vision swam with exhaustion.“Still standing?” Lythos asked as she staggered to the line where the others stood.“Yes, sir,” Danielle gasped, barely able to catch her breath.“Good. Tomorrow will be harder.”The boys didn’t make it any easier. They teased her relentlessly, sabotaging her equipment and tripping her during drills. But Danielle didn’t retaliate. She focused on her training, pushing herself harder with every challenge.The turning point came during a sparring match. The trainees were paired off to practice combat techniques, and Danielle was matched against Garrick, a towering boy with a cocky grin.“This’ll be quick,” Garrick said, brandishing his wooden sword.Danielle said nothing, gripping her weapon tightly.The match began, and Garrick came at her
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The mind is a weaponShe pulled back, her hands gripping his shoulders as she looked him over. “No, you’re not,” she agreed with a laugh. “You’ve grown into a man, Robin. A skinny, bookish man, but a man nonetheless.”Robin adjusted his glasses, a sheepish smile on his face. “I’ll take that as a compliment.”Danielle’s gaze softened. “It is. I’m proud of you. You’ve always been destined for great things, and I can see you’re well on your way.”He blushed but tried to contain it.She held his hands, her eyes scanning his face. “How has it been over there?”Robin adjusted his glasses, a nervous smile tugging at his lips. “Busy with studies, mostly. But I brought something for you.” He rummaged through his coat pocket, his movements precise and deliberate.Danielle watched him with quiet admiration. Her little brother was now a man, though his slender frame, pale complexion, and tired eyes told her he had likely been pushing himself too hard.From his pocket, Robin produced a small objec
CHAPTER 030.
Mom would be proudThe Gold City chapter of Clyde’s journey had come to an end. The artifact was safe, and his mission complete. Yet, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows over the palace grounds, his thoughts returned to Marula.The insurgents remained a looming threat. Though his cover had been blown, Clyde vowed to continue the fight against them, working from the shadows.For now, the road back to Marula awaited—a path paved with danger, uncertainty, and the weight of unfinished business.*Danielle had one wish before leaving for Marula with Clyde: to visit her mother’s grave.As she made her way to the graveyard, the air grew colder, and the wind carried the faint rustle of leaves. The moon bathed the path in silver light, lending an eerie tranquility to the night.Approaching the grave site, Danielle froze. A dark, frail silhouette knelt before the cremated tombstone. The figure was wrapped in a long coat, holding a bouquet of freshly cut roses. He sniffled
