All Chapters of Achilles: The Warlord Emperor: Chapter 1
- Chapter 10
11 chapters
1: The Fall Of A Vehement Warlord (The Sins Of The Father)
“The sins of the father will haunt his family! Execute him!”The Field Marshal’s voice echoed with fury, signaling the order for immediate execution.A sharp thud drove through Colonel Achilles Hector’s body as icy water splashed over his face.He had been having the same unforgettable nightmare— the tragic event that occurred two days ago kept replaying in his sleep.His father was found guilty of assassinating the Minister of Defense, and was hanged for it– an unforgivable national crime![A first-degree murder! Was he innocent?]Achilles gasped in shock as he arose from a rough nap, splashed water still dripping from his face.Owen, the assistant military base commandant, taunted. “Hey! Wake up son of a murderer!”The mocking gestures intensified. Achilles glanced around and saw soldiers who were once his subordinates, now abusing him after his father was sentenced to death for murder.All the respect he had earned in the Liverpool Accord Military as a reputable Colonel diminished
2: The Stigma
Five months back, there were speculations that Brig. Hector, Achilles’ father, could be appointed as the new Field Marshal, but for some unknown reasons, Sire Rollins Julian, the assassinated Minister of Defense, didn't nominate his best friend as expected by many.Hence, it was rumored that the two best friends had gone into a cold war since the appointment of the new Field Marshal which could have engineered the assassination plot by Achilles' late father.Achilles maintained his stance regardless. “My father would never do such a thing! He loved your father like a brother! They were best friends for heaven’s sake!”Veins plunging into Michael's forehead at the hearing of those words; within seconds, he stepped further and struck Achilles across the face.The sound of the hot slap echoed across the Military Base. Achilles gave in to a squeezed smile, but didn't retaliate.“Achilles enough of your nuisance! Take this scumbag away and make sure you strip him of his military uniform. H
3. The Ultimate Deceit
On reflection, Achilles' knees quivered in shock, gazing like a lost sheep.Words stuck in his throat, “Huh?!”He managed to stare at his pumpkin, who couldn't make sense of her mother's heart-wrenching words.“I said don't fucking touch my daughter!”“Son of a murderer!”Gabrielle's hands shivered, tears welling in her eyes but Star persistently yanked her backward.Before Achilles could muster a word, the gate behind them swung open, a well-dressed man stepped inside, his face etching with contempt.It was none other than Felix Jacobs, Star’s so-called cousin.With spite, she ran towards Felix, embracing him, cupping his face, and tendering his lips with a passionate kiss.Lost in a puzzle, Achilles' forehead knitted in disbelief, he mused. “Did she just kiss her cousin in front of me?”Gabrielle’s eyes widening in disorientation, she exchanged dumbfounded eye contact with Achilles.Time slowed down!He shot bloodshot glares at Star to begin explanations at once, several questions h
4: Elegant Savior
Achilles Hector lay helplessly, his breath weak, the entire neighborhood turned a blind eye.Windows shut, doors locked; no one wanted to be associated with a disgraced soldier, and helping him wasn't an option.From the window, Gabrielle screamed. They dragged her upstairs and acted like they didn't cause Achilles’ accident.Her heart bleeding in sorrow, she cried out, “My Daddy! I want to be with him! Please!”They completely ignored her to shut the curtains and windows. Achilles was left to fate as long as the Haydens and neighbors were concerned: He was better off dead.Unexpectedly, a sleek Obsidian Black Mercedes Maybach pulled up beside him.The rear door opened, and a gorgeously breathtaking young woman rushed out with her hazel ravishing eyes fixed on Achilles.It was none other than Margaret Julian: The empress of beauty herself. Her personality commanded power, respect, and admiration. The diamond earrings adorning her silky skin caused a huge fortune.It has been the dream
5: The Faithfuls
Achilles had several thoughts thrust into his head.[Why does the country need me? Who are these people requesting to have a word with me? How did Ms. Julian know about my late father's innocence?]Within a few moments, the door creaked open. Three figures stepped inside, all dressed in full military uniform.For a brief moment, Achilles was taken aback— the sight of the uniform reminded him of his humiliation at Liverpool Military Base.He recalled how the soldiers stripped him of his attire, rank, and privileges after the military council passed their judgment.Surprisingly, these military personnel hadn't uttered any derogatory words to him since they stepped inside.The one in the center, a confident-looking man, stepped forward. “Col. Achilles Hector,” addressing him properly.Achilles stayed silent, the soldier’s words struck a chord in his head. A reminder that some people still regard him with his former military title.The soldier continued, “I am Brigadier George Stones.”He
6: The Masked Rescuer
The Liverpool Theatre of Dreams Center buzzed with life. Thousands of attendees across the globe; politicians, celebrities, and dignitaries filled the grand hall, their voices screaming with excitement and anticipation.Liverpool Girl Child's event was being broadcast live to millions across the nation. An annual event crucial in calling for massive investments in the girl child's future.The moment the Prime Minister stepped onto the grand podium, the entire hall gave in to loud applause.Several media camera shutters flashed to immortalize every second of the historic speech on Girl Child’s Day.The Prime Minister adjusted the microphone, clearing his throat with a beautiful smile.“Today, we celebrate not just our daughters but our future. A future where every girl has the right to life, education, freedom, and active political participation.”Achilles Hector, dressed in a black hoodie and mask, strategically stood in the crowd like a shadow.With the aid of the three Brigadiers, h
7: Ghost Revenge Mood Activated
Achilles hadn't seen his pumpkin since the accident and needed to discreetly meet with her while plotting his ghost revenge against the Hayden family.Margaret Julian accompanied him to Liverpool Contemporary Art and Dance Session where Danielle often went for rehearsal on Wednesdays and Fridays at 5PM.Gabrielle had always had a special thing for dance and art as she enjoyed doing those effortlessly; hence, two years back, Achilles enrolled her in sessions that would nurture and improve her talents and passion.Margaret assured Achilles to temporarily get Gabrielle out of the center without arousing suspicion from people.She knew his pumpkin wouldn't resist coming with her if she knew who wanted to see her.“Daddy!” She screamed, her shoulder flushed in goosebumps.“I was so scared you'd die. I'm so sorry for the accident.”Achilles, in deep emotions, held her and flung her in the air as always. She chuckled so hard that glimpses of tears slipped from her beautiful brown eyes.“My p
8: Invincible Comeback
Before the auction bidding of the Hayden Empire, Star, and Eunice had been the talk in the city, with their affluence growing gradually.However, things began to fall apart after they sold off their major business legacy due to huge incurred debt.Both women stepped inside the Liverpool Stock Exchange Centre, the reception from people was cold, unlike how they used to warm up to them.Eunice and Star suspected something more had gone wrong from how tense the atmosphere felt.They could perceive gossip, complaints, whispers, and murmurs from the lips and gestures of those around.Star whispered, her breath filled with concern, “Something doesn't seem right.”With a hitch of breath, Eunice nodded, wondering what the hell was wrong.They had gone to the Liverpool Stock Exchange to inspect their stock products— they invested millions of dollars into them with hope of yielding mind-blowing profits.The stockbroker who had been managing their stock products stepped forward; his countenance
9: Shadows Of Alliance
In an underground, discreet location, the powerful cartel assembled for an emergency meeting. That would be their official gathering after the abrupt failure of the Prime Minister’s assassination plot. Marcel Vidal, with a commanding voice, broke the silence. “One shot. That was all we needed to send the Prime Minister six feet underneath.” The tension amplified, Victor Calderon, with a thick voice, mouthed. “But he missed.” Lucia Montoya leaned further with a deep frown. “No. Dante Cruz didn't just miss. Someone saw him, interfered before he pulled the trigger.” The room fell into a puzzled silence. The fear that a mysterious figure knew about their plot before execution sent shockwaves down their spines. They had invested time and resources to ensure the Prime Minister was taken out during the Girl Child's event. They ensured the skilled sniper was well-positioned in an undetectable skyscraper for their plot to go as planned. Yet it didn't. Marcel spoke again, his voice subtl
10: Epic Take-Over
***The next morning by 8AM, Scar stepped into her sole company: The Beauty Majesties, an enterprise that specialized in cosmetics and all kinds of human rejuvenation.Aside from the Hayden Empire, which was pioneered by her and her mother. Scar also established her own company with Felix investing huge shares.The weight of losing the Hayden Empire to debt had been a burden difficult to get over.She decided to pay more attention to her sole business and its functions as a therapeutic approach to keeping her mind off what her family has been battling with.But as she restlessly sat on her desk, her assistant rushed in, her face pale, “Ma’am, we have a problem…”Star’s face turned to a frown. “My God not again. What happened!?”Her heart racing in complication, she had had enough heartbreak since the auction of Hayden Empire and the stock investments' collapse— she wasn't prepared for any more bad news.Her assistant gasped, her lips trembling in disorientation, “The banks… they’ve fr