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Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 70
In my previous life, before I rose to the rank of Marshall, back when my name was whispered in fearful tones by enemies, sleep eluded me. The transition into a life where a peaceful night's slumber became a distant memory marked the beginning of an era defined by vigilance.No longer could I succumb to the deep embrace of rest, for the shadows might harbour assassins and uninvited guests, turning such encounters into a dreadfully regular occurrence, perhaps once or twice a month.This constant threat honed my senses to an extraordinary degree, transforming the slightest whisper of sound during the night into an alarm that jolted me awake. In this new abode, my wariness reached its peak. I resorted to a simple yet effective precaution: balancing a coin on the ledge of the door and window before retiring for the night—a rudimentary, albeit vital, security measure. This old habit persisted in my new surroundings.Tonight, the coin tumbled to the ground. I was roused by the initial clatte
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 71
Gazing up at the night sky, I felt the weight of the world on my shoulders as I dialled number after number, my voice a whisper against the vast darkness. The stars above seemed indifferent to the urgency of my mission - ensuring that my identity remained a guarded secret amongst Eden’s group people those in the banking business, cell phone distribution, international selling and purchasing departments, real estate, and music entertainment.Anyone who knew of my connections with Eden was under strict orders to seal their lips or face immediate dismissal.I had learned the hard way that wealth was a double-edged sword. When I was appointed Marshal, an invisible target seemed to form on my back. Bodyguards swarmed around me, their presence a constant reminder of my vulnerability. Every meal was a ceremony of suspicion, each bite scrutinized for poison. The freedom to enjoy the simplest pleasures, like a quiet meal, had been snatched away from me.I couldn't sleep with a woman I liked wi
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 72
I scratched my head, confusion clouding my thoughts. Despite my efforts to be good to her—avoiding any form of disturbance or unnecessary teasing, allowing her the space of our home, and consciously keeping my distance to shield her from any negativity or positivity that might emanate from me—I found myself perplexed by her actions.In my mind, I had done nothing but ensure her comfort, even going to great lengths to evade her presence, fearing that my so-called uncontrollable desire might somehow ensnare her, leading us down a path I dared not tread.Her beauty was undeniable, a trait that naturally drew affection from those around her, including myself.She was Celeste’s teacher, and the thought of embarking on an awkward relationship with her, especially with Maria in the house, spelled nothing but impending tragedy. My desires notwithstanding, I knew I had to rein in my emotions, to control the burgeoning connection that threatened to bloom between us.So, I did nothing. Yet, the
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 73
In the early morning, two of Leo's subordinates found themselves huddled on a street, frantically attempting to dial their boss's number. Each call met with silence, no one on the other end to take their urgent pleas. "Damn, how long have we been at this?" one muttered, his breath visible in the cold air, frustration etched deeply into his furrowed brow."Our boss won't answer his phone. He usually wakes up no earlier than 10 o'clock, and he hates being disturbed. He's probably silenced his phone," the other explained, his voice laced with worry. They stood outside a local newspaper store, the first rays of the sun casting long shadows as they purchased newspapers, their hands trembling slightly with anxiety."But, at this time, our boss might actually land in jail for real!" Their eyes scanned the headlines, “Leo the real Drug Dealer, the killer of people!” each title of the newspapers was about their boss and his illicit operations."Where is the boss? We have to tell him now," sai
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 74
The next morning, within the confines of the chief police office, Raymond, the chief, found himself ensconced in the worn leather of his chair. He leaned back, taking a deep, contemplative breath as he mulled over Lewis's proposal, the remnants of their conversation echoing in the stark, dusty office and the distant hum of the bustling city outside his window.As he ventured deeper into his thoughts, the shrill ring of the phone shattered the silence.“Hello?” he answered, his voice carrying a weary edge.“Chief,” the caller began, urgency laced in their tone, “I think you caught one of our people. It’s time for you to release him.”Raymond’s brows furrowed, his grip on the receiver tightening. “The media frenzy hasn’t subsided yet. I cannot just release Leo after bringing him in. We have our reputation to consider,” he replied, the weight of his position pressing down on him.“I don’t care about your reputation. We had an agreement. I handle the drug issues plaguing your city, and in
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 75
Night had fallen on Bali when Lewis contacted me about the murder of the General. In my pastime, I served as a Marshal; obtaining this position was no coincidence, as I possessed a keen mind for devising strategies to overcome my enemy. Giving the general $750,000 monthly? I'd better use the money to remove him from the chessboard.‘The World War 3 was far crueller than this.’"The media, they're going to scramble for every piece of this story," I mused aloud, my words floating through the line to Lewis. "The masses will get wind of it, and if the press keeps prying, the military won't be able to brush this under the rug. But, we need the Police Chief on our side, along with the media. Did he mention his price for cooperation?"Lewis's voice, tinged with a hint of disbelief, responded, "$10 million. He says it's to compensate his team for taking on the military. Though a promotion is likely if he pulls this off, he's also promised to hand over the Leo operations to us."I pondered the
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 76
"Watch out, Alex!" Celeste's voice pierced the evening air, laced with panic. I felt an intense heat lash against my back, a sensation so sudden and fierce that it momentarily stole my breath. The cacophony of an explosion echoed through the café, reverberating off the walls with a deafening roar.In that instant, realization dawned on me—it was a firework. My gaze snapped towards the window, overlooking the bar nestled by the sea, where a group of revellers, their judgment clouded by alcohol, were carelessly setting off fireworks. One had gone awry, its trajectory sending it hurtling towards us. Celeste, her eyes wide with alarm, looked past me towards the unfolding chaos, her voice rising in a frantic attempt to warn me.The firework, a harbinger of pandemonium, burst apart in a dazzling display of light that, under different circumstances, would have been mesmerizing. Instead, it heralded disaster as it detonated within the confines of the local bar.The serene night was shattered
Zero to the Greatest and Richest Chapter 77
"Let's do it then," I whispered in her ear as I lifted her up in a princess carry. I brought her to my villa and put her on the kings size bed. I looked at her beautiful face, which was uniquely pretty. Sharp and soft at the same time, with her tender eyes. I felt not just desire but my heart starting to beat.Gisella had long black hair, not totally straight but a bit wavy, seeming a bit messy, which gave it a beautiful wave. Her body was perfect, the kind one might find in a yoga instructor or dancer, meaning it curved like a Spanish guitar.With tenderness, I kissed her soft lips. I wanted to be as tender as one could, giving her all kinds of happiness without any discomfort. It was like driving a car or motorcycle, with each gear change unnoticed and feeling smooth.With my ability, I found her pleasure point, using the most delicate movement to raise it, to make her feel in the clouds, slowly raising her desire as smoothly as I could while my hand slowly opened her clothes.Her s
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I stared at Sofia, puzzled. "Must I remind you that you were the one who asked for the divorce.”“You deserve it.” Sofia returned my gaze with a troubled look. "You're not selling any paintings. Everyone is talking about how poor are you.""They can hate me and talk about me all they want," I protested. "But why do you have to listen to them? I’ve never used any of your money for my daily living. I even buy and cook food for you and pay the bills. Remember, I never asked a single cent from you. Why must you judge me? Meanwhile, you freely use my money.""I make no mistake; my conscience is clear," I reaffirmed."You have no money," she shot back."So, I'm in the wrong for having no money?" A headache began to form. "Whatever. We're divorced already, and you were the one who initiated it.""Alex, I have given you many chances to prove yourself, to sell your painting, but you never want to sell any of them. You don’t deserve me.""Alright, whatever you say. Can we just finish this? I do
Chapter 143
“I do not think that we are close enough for that relationship,” I said politely as I gently pushed her to one side.“So you are playing hard to get, Mr. Alex?” Sasha looked at me with a seductive smile. “You make me want you more.”She took out a card from her purse and handed me a golden card.“What is this?”“This card will give you all-access to all Powell Group's hotels and lodgings. You can enjoy all the food and service, on our lodgings without any payment. Just think of it as my treat to you.”“I don’t think I need this,” I replied politely, having more than enough money to eat and sleep wherever I wanted.“Please accept it, Mr. Alex. It is not a payment for your job; it's just our treat to our honorable guest.”Free stuff to eat and sleep? After not having a home, staying in a hotel for a bit wouldn’t be a problem until I found a new house. “Well, I accept this. Thank you very much.”Suddenly, I felt a killing tension around me. When someone is sensitive to energy, every tho
Chapter 142
While I was deeply channeling my inner energy, I was so concentrated that I didn’t notice the chaos outside.I pushed the poisoned blood out of the needle, but when it was about 20% more to go, the needle was suddenly removed.Unable to retract my inner energy quickly, the blood had no exit and rebounded into Winston's body, causing him to convulse violently.Blood started gushing from his nose, ears, mouth, and every possible human outlet. His face turned an ominous black.Professor Calvin, taken aback by the sudden turn of events, exclaimed in shock, “What is happening?”I quickly tried to retract my inner energy, but the blood had already created a blockage, and Winston suddenly coughed up a clot of blood, hitting Professor Calvin in the face. Then, his body went limp.The other doctor, monitoring the medical machine, yelled, “We need to save the patient, professor!”Without delay, Professor Calvin, along with two doctors and a nurse, began emergency resuscitation to save the patie
Chapter 141
“How many holy order members do we have ready in this city?” I asked as we walked toward the nearest park.The Holy Order had evolved into an international network of mercenaries or private armies, boasting around a hundred thousand personnel worldwide.They were now part of local underworld groups, working as private detectives, hired guns, and even assassins tasked with eliminating only the so-called bad people.They were the army I prepared to face the world in the inevitable World War III. With enough money, I could mobilize about a million soldiers globally.Taking down any country was a cinch, especially since I also owned a weaponry factory that collaborated with many countries.I had even begun developing a new nuclear weapon in collaboration with some countries, all under the radar.Weapons and soldiers were crucial if I aimed to conquer the world.“In Oxford, we have about fifty people,” Alfred continued, calculating quickly. “And we only need about thirty to execute the mis
Chapter 140
Inside the house, as I looked around, I noticed Sofia, her mother, and Tina, Sofia's personal assistant came together.It is very rare for three of them appeared at the same time except there was an important stuff.Tina approached my table and placed a set of divorce papers in front of me.“Alex, these are the divorce papers, already signed by Ms. Sofia. I hope you won’t make this difficult; just sign them,” she said.“Divorce? What is the reason?” I asked, still looking at Sofia who remained silent letting Tina spoke for her.Tina continued, “You haven’t sold any paintings in three years. You’re a struggling artist with nothing to your name. Meanwhile, Ms. Sofia is a successful businesswoman, the new CEO of Anderson group. You two are not on the same level. Your presence merely tarnishes Sofia’s reputation. So, your marriage is over now.”“What?” I laughed in disbelief, staring at Sofia. “So this is how you see me now?”Tina stepped in front of me, blocking my view of Sofia, and sho
Chapter 139
In the mansion of Anderson."You, a painter, what do you know about business?" Chris Wellington scoffed. "I suggest you leave now, or I'll need to call security to kick you out."Sophia grabbed my hand, her voice trembling with determination. "Alex, let's get out of here. I will never return to this family again.""Stop it, Sophia," her mother approached us, concern etching her features. But Sophia didn't care; she simply shoved her mother away."Guard! Take Sophia," Sophia's uncle commanded.I started to laugh, disbelief coloring my tone. "So, this is the meaning of family? You would sacrifice your daughter for a $100 million project?""Shut up," Grandma Anderson snapped. "Take Sophia and kick this guy out. He is not worth to be here."As a guard approached, wielding an iron baton, I launched a quick attack to his face, and he fell down.Causing shock to everyone there.The other guard who dared to come close received a kick to his stomach.As we walked to the gate, more guards came,
Chapter 138
“Please don’t kill my son,” Vex Bolton pleaded. “Tell me want you want!”“Your son tried to kill me!” I yelled back the voice was echoing inside the mansion. “If he hadn’t started this, I’d be too lazy to bother him! I just want a peace, is it hard!”“I am sorry, so sorry. I didn’t know you are with Sicilia.” Jeremy stammered. “It won’t happen again.”I hung up the phone, pulled out my smartphone, and called Francesca.“What is it, Alex?” she answered.“I believe I had report about Vex Bolton trying to kidnap Sofia. Now, Jeremy Bolton, his son, is in my hands. Do you want him or not?”“What do you want in exchange?”“Nothing. Since he started by kidnapping my friend.”“Do you know we and Bolton are like water and fire?” Francesca asked.“It’s much better. When you want to kill Vex Bolton, I will help you.”“Great, send him to our place. We can try to use him for the negotiation; if it does not work, we will just go to war. Remember to take Vex Bolton's head for us.”“Don’t worry.”I w
Chapter 137
Jeremy was shocked. "She really wants you to die? And doesn't care about you?"He clutched his head, feeling a slight headache."How can this be happening?" Jeremy threw a vase across the room."Where is Alex right now?" Jeremy demanded, pressing a knife against Miranda's stomach."At the university." Miranda said in fear."Alright, lead this girl to find the guy and bring him here. I believe she can find where he is," Jeremy commanded.The five men quickly moved, dragging Miranda away.***In my class, I was half-listening to the professor, drowsy, when a man suddenly entered the room with Miranda. "Professor, I'm sorry, but we need Alex here. It's an emergency."The professor looked around the class. "Anyone named Alex? Please, come forward."I stood and walked to the door."What's up?""Follow us," the man said. "It's urgent."I followed them to the parking lot, where only a few people were around. I found four people with Miranda's face was pale among them. Secretly, I noticed a s
Chapter 136
At the Eden Group's painting exhibition, the initial plan was to showcase amateur paintings—a venue where people could make business deals and purchase art casually.The exhibition didn't start as an amateur painting showcase; it was solely for business deals. This change occurred when Alex used it as a cover to sell his own paintings and win a bet.As the first million-dollar purchase of a painting came from the Eden Group itself.Unexpectedly, the event escalated in seriousness when renowned art critics from around the globe flew in just to view the artworks.However, Alex clearly didn't believe anyone would genuinely want to pay more than a million dollars for his work."No one in their right mind would buy that painting," he thought.Yet, it seemed Alex had grossly underestimated the allure of art and the fervor of art investors.***I was still in Sofia's apartment when I received a phone call."The media want to meet the painter?" I was hesitant about revealing my identity as I
