All Chapters of Achilles: The Warlord Emperor: Chapter 151
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151: Six Victims
Out of impulse, one of Eunice's eyes closed as she keenly observed Star. She cleared her throat in dissatisfaction and leaned closer to Star like a pro-stalker.Star could feel Eunice's breath on her neck and suspected one possible reason for such a gesture from her mother.A loud silence crept into their midst as the only thing crashing into their ears was the life-saving machine's beeping sounds.Star couldn't condole the alarming silence and said, “Mum, I know when you've got words left unsaid. I'm all ears, spill them all out.”At the sound of ‘Mum’ Eunice squeezed her face for a moment before exuding a feigned concern to maintain her card.Eunice, always wanted to be fully apprised of any situation occurring in the Haydens’, and wouldn't want to be left out on the present weird events.She ran a finger across her hair and moved her tongue with precision, “Uhh. Not that I don't buy what you're selling but how did the good Samaritan know about Gabrielle's accident and decide to hel
152: We'll Use Him
“The three staff in A and H Jewellery Enterprise who had been working closely with Victoria and Lucia in exchange for our original product for sub-standard items were also among the victims.”Brig. Beauty's face stiffened more at the last information. Those three staff members were still undergoing investigation by her and the contracted experts.She cleared her throat and continued, “The assistant HR officer of A and H Luxury Dior, Steven King, and his nephew, Arnold, the Playboy, were murdered as well.”Brig. Stones flinched at her last words as they were the case he had been on. A cold glint appeared in his eyes as he plunged into conflicting emotions.He wasn't pissed with their deaths but pissed that the blackmailed female staff was caught up in the crossfire. So to what end?Achilles drew a deep breath and wanted to remain mute till he learned of Gabrielle's surgery, but he had to engage his team so they wouldn't look so desperate to know his thoughts.“They're cleaning every lo
153: “I Love You, My Warlord”
While Brig. Beauty was about to inquire further from Achilles about how Felix's situation would be handled.The exclusive ward room door creaked open which triggered a pause in speech.They stood alert in case it wasn't who they were expecting to see. The door was often opened with pressure, but the slow-motion style had them wondering who was behind the door.It was the assistant medical director at the door and that spurred more questions about what could have happened.His countenance exuded complications. The faithfuls’ minds skipped a thousand times over. Achilles' pulse throbbed for the first time in a long time.They feared what he could have in store for them and none wanted to ask the ‘what’ questions.The assistant medical director lowered his head while trailing his fingers across his forehead. The room fell into ghost-quiet while the fear intensified by the second.Achilles managed to bring out his phone and searched through his gallery just to have a look at his pumpkin's
154: Sneaky Intent
Achilles, for the first time in several months, moved his body in a dance gesture while the Faithfuls and the assistant medical director watched with grace.His team hadn't seen him dance, and the last time he did was during Gabrielle's seventh birthday, when he had to honor her wishes and entertain her in a video call.The Faithfuls came together and hugged Achilles as they formed a harmonized circle. The assistant medical director kept watching them with a spark in his eyes while smiling sheepishly.Achilles strode towards him after the group embraced and sent a mid-slap on the assistant medical director's face.He feigned a scream, “Urgh! My cute cheeks”The Faithfuls burst into laughter. “Haha. Another spicy hit wouldn't be so bad.”The assistant medical director pleaded with a smile on his face, “No, No… No! No more slaps. This one will do.”The Faithfuls parted Achilles’ shoulder as they giggled at his begging posture.Achilles mouthed, “You had us pinned in uncertainty about th
155: Paternity Lie?
“Let's get to it already. I need answers.”Achilles mouthed with mixed emotions. Since he walked into the enclosed room, they hadn't had any conversation yet.Dr. Edward Lloyd, the assistant medical director, swallowed and nodded. “I promise, you'll find answers to all salient questions.”Achilles' father had always had faith in Dr. Lloyd and trusted him with certain special functions. He mightn't be labeled among the Faithfuls but he had been an integral part in the fight against the cartel.When the Hectors’ family discreetly had access to the ownership of the Royal London Hospital. Achilles chose Dr. Lloyd as the assistant medical director.For personal reasons, Achilles hadn't renamed the hospital to ‘A and H’ trademark and had left it with its glorious name.Dr. Lloyd ran a finger across his hair and unveiled a test paper from his drawer. Achilles stared keenly at every gesture from the doctor.“After the match in blood and genotype. I had to run a paternity test while being led
156: ‘Cam Fot Button’
The Faithfuls flashed him a mean stare as his words weren't making sense. From their analysis, Star should have lied to the Warlord to spite him.Moreover, she mightn't want her daughter growing up into an adult to be branded daughter of an exiled God of War and the best card was to dish the false revelation.Margaret's tongue moved first with a frown, “What are your reasons for this assumption? We all want to hear it.”Dr. Lloyd swallowed knowing the Faithfuls clearly didn't like Star and strongly believed she told a lie.Achilles had an open mind, willing to get to the end of the root of the situation.“A few minutes after Gabrielle was rushed in. Star phoned Felix requesting his presence…”Brig. Beauty chimed in, her forehead knitted, “Okay. What does that exactly mean?”After a moment of muffled glances, Dr. Lloyd indulged them, “Star was calling to inform him of the need for a blood transfusion.”Knowing he was getting their attention, Dr. Lloyd went further. “When Felix stopped
157: Do You Know That Man?
The informative voice was none other than Leonard Julian, the head of the Tech department, who had been in close communication with Dr. Lloyd before the arrival of Achilles and the Faithfuls.Mr. Leonard Julian came highly recommended by his cousin, Ms. Margaret Julian who suggested to Achilles' father to employ him as the head of Tech.Mr. Julian had played according to the script and temporarily deactivated the CCTV cameras before their arrival. Also, he ensured the footage positioned at the exclusive ward room wasn't active as long as Achilles was within that session.Achilles and the Faithfuls smirked at Mr. Julian's information. It felt like the Warlord had already foreseen possible play in action before the events touched reality.Mr. Julian held his tongue until Achilles or Dr. Lloyd spilled a word in response.The Warlord nodded and smacked his lips. “They're damn predictable. Eunice would surely be the one pushing for the camera footage to be checked. She would certainly be c
158: Her Name: ‘Margaret’
Star cleaned her eyelids and narrowed her eyes in thought. After a moment, she shook her head and responded, “No mum. This is my first time seeing him.”“Same here darling. Haven't met him before.”Eunice flashed Mr. Julian a serious stare and walked backwards then strode forward once more. She felt dumbfounded, wondering how a complete stranger would help Gabrielle and how mysteriously his blood type and genotype matched with hers.From her countenance, she was expecting to see a certain someone's face pop up on the screen. Though she hasn't mentioned it, Star already suspected that Eunice was nursing such thoughts.Eunice swallowed and chimed in, “Did the good Samaritan say what motivated him to do such a selfless sacrifice? This is really remarkable!”Once again, Mr. Julian could read through her deceitful tongue but maintained keenness.“Sure, he did. I'd share it if you both don't mind.”Before Star could move her tongue, Eunice was already talking, “Of course, anything at all he
159: Made In Florence
Eunice tried holding onto Star from moving further but she was vehement with her motive.Staring at Eunice with a serious expression. “Mum, I have to do this. Maybe that's why Felix didn't show up in the first place. He probably knew Florence would be at Royal London Hospital for Antenatal Care.”While Eunice was considering the possibility, Star slipped through her arms and headed towards the hallway where Florence was, about to exit the checkup room.Eunice wanted to walk off, but on second thought, she knew doing so would mean her going off the mummy script.While that was happening, Mr. Julian wasn't quite far from the hallway as he discreetly drew closer to them like a man on a mission.She cleared her throat to gain Florence's attention. Star's eyes were dripping with a cold glint while her face exuded a complicated smirk.At first, Florence flinched but within seconds, her expression flushed with a complicated scoff like she had something to say.Eunice sighed and mused, ‘Oh, p
160: Florence's Revelation
Those words crashed into Star's ear and sent cold shivers running down her spine. Her left fingers quivered in gripping shock.It felt like Florence anticipated her approach and waited for her, ‘cause the manner in which she had handled Star looked preplanned.Eunice muffled a chuckle and threw a thumbs-up at her. Florence didn't understand why she'd be discreetly cheering her up but wouldn't mind using the edge.Florence burst into sardonic giggles. “You think people don't know what you did? Felix didn't need to tell me before I'd know. Who doesn't know of the overly greedy Star who found a loving caring husband but chose to pay him back with deceit, betrayal, and heartbreak?”“Ah! You're such a big fool!”Shame engulfed Star as she lowered her eyes, fighting so hard not to show her emotions but her expression said it all.A while ago, she was regretting what she did to Achilles, and right in her face, Florence was flogging her with similar words.Eunice scratched her hair and looked