All Chapters of Achilles: The Warlord Emperor: Chapter 21
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21: Loggerheads
Mrs. Montoya’s words struck a moment of thoughtful silence. Her questions illuminated a possibility none of them had considered.For over ten seconds, no single word was uttered afterwards. They haven't solved the puzzle of how the masked rescuer knew about an attempt on the Prime Minister's life before the main day.Her words made them consider the possibility that the unknown person should have been alerted beforehand which made him watch out for the sniper's hidden spot.The rescue happened so fast that the masked rescuer couldn't have quickly put the pieces together in a short while.Dante Cruz, the hitman, burst into a taunting chuckle. “Don't tell me you all are taking her words seriously.”“She’s clearly thinking from her anus!”Mrs. Montoya's expression hardened, dripping with a deadly frown. “I won't tolerate your insolence anymore! Enough!”Dante Cruz and Lucia Montoya had been on loggerheads after dumping him for her husband, Mr. Montoya, whom she found fitting for a life p
22: Odd Personalities
[Greetings, the Haydens, you're invited to Liverpool's Anti-Fraud Crime Commission for questioning. Time: 2 PM. Don't be late]Star bulged her eyes on the phone’s screen as she read that message a thousand times.Her heart kept racing in uncertainty about the possible outcome of the LAFCC invitation.She has reached out to the family lawyer, Barr. Daniels, about the text message she received the previous day. He advised them to honor the invitation.The Haydens didn't protest against his advice to avoid Barr. Daniel from inquiring about Felix's statements on what they did to Achilles during the brawl.“Sweetie, don't overthink it. The storm will soon be over.”Eunice mouthed from behind with a forced faint beam. She also received a similar message in her email.Either way, they wouldn't make excuses for not receiving the invitation from LAFCC.Star sighed, spilling a piece of her mind, “Ah mum! It doesn't feel like the storm has gone halfway.”Her breath quivered in worry as she conti
23: Beyond Reproduction
Inside a white van, Achilles' face beamed with uncontrollable smiles. His heart skipped a beat in anticipation with his fingers crossed.Sitting in the backseat, his ears yearning to hear the swinging of the van’s back door.In less than two minutes, jolting footsteps were perceived in the environs heading toward them.It was a busy location but for some distinct reasons, Achilles could decipher the footsteps striding towards the white van.“Huzzah!”A melodious voice broke out from the entrance while the van door creaked open.The voice was followed by a happy scream, “Daddy!”Gabrielle sprinted into the van and flung on Achilles' body like she always did. However, he was careful not to swing her profoundly to avoid getting her injured.Gabrielle's eyelids glistened with tears of excitement. Achilles pecked her tender cheeks, inhaling the beautiful scent radiating from her shiny hair.Achilles held onto his emotions not to join in the happy crying parade. However, a droplet of tear h
24: Your Girlfriend?
Achilles' ears tingled at the words of Gabrielle. The last time his pumpkin specifically hinted about informing him about something was during her sixth birthday, which he missed.Margaret wasn't left out in anticipation. Curiosity moved her feet closer.Gabrielle maintained a brightened expression, watching two adults nudging forward ‘cause of what she had to say.Gabrielle's chuckles slowly turned into a blushing aura as she spilled.“Daddy, is Ms. Julian, your new girlfriend?”Huh?Instantly, Achilles and Margaret's faces dripped with awkward eye contact, alongside a muffled cough.Completely blown away, they froze, darting in pretence like they didn't hear the seven-year-old girl’s question.Gabrielle forced a straightened face, doing all she could to contain the laughter within. The mere stare of Achilles' knitted forehead was enough to crack her ribs with a loud chuckle.Achilles stuttered while forcing a mild countenance, “P-p-pumpkin, well… uh… is that what you wanted to say?”
25: Haydens' Plight
It was 1:30 PM on the clock. The Haydens’ already left to honor the invitation from Liverpool's Anti-Fraud Crime Commission. While en route, Star’s cell phone chimed, and it was a text message from the family lawyer, Barr. Daniels. [I'll be running late. Make sure you don't miss the invitation. Sorry for the inconvenience] Star's breath hitched for a moment. She slowly handed the phone to Eunice to glance at the text message. Star mumbled under her breath, “What the hell.” Star had hoped for Barr. Daniel to honor the invitation as well. His presence would help boost their confidence, given that he's legally learned. Eunice sneered in an unsettled inhalation, “Damn you! I doubt he'd make it. He purposely used the words: running late.” Star sighed with her head thrusting with veins. All she could see was karma dealing the hell out of them, but for some reason, her mother didn't subscribe to that. Some moments of verbal silence crept in as all that could be heard was the a
26: Off The Case?
Eunice smiled mildly across her cheeks to project the belief that everything was perfect. It was time to play by the instructions she gave Star.Star played according to the script and waved towards the unassuming man standing before them alongside three male staff.They were all properly dressed in LAFCC uniform— tailored Oxford blue shirts with straight-fit jeans.“Forgive my manners. I'm James Rodriguez. Assistant head of Anti-Fraud operations.”Mr. Rodriguez took off his glasses. His brown piercing eyes glued across the Haydens’With a little hesitation, the Haydens honored his handshake, trying not to appear rattled.Eunice suspected the unassuming assistant head of the Anti-Fraud operation was observing their countenance to decipher whether they were tense up.The atmosphere on the second floor reeked of subtle tension— from the unsettled faces of the invited executives from other enterprises across the cities for interrogation.Also, the screams of self-denial and innocence ech
27: Stark Contrast
Star had several thumping questions but asked the ones most pressing. Mr. Hitler maintained a composed front, beaming with a half-cheek.Eunice attempted to pinch her to halt her incessant questions. After her brawl with Felix, she could barely recognize her daughter anymore.Eunice mused with a darkened expression, ‘When did this bitch of mine become morally oriented?’She was expecting Star to be thrilled with everything being sorted out after Felix communicated with Mr. Hitler.Why bent on knowing all therein?Mr. Hitler observed the Haydens for a few seconds before sitting at the edge of his office table, his arms positioned in an akimbo.He could tell both women exuded two opposite personalities which wasn't expected at first. Star's eyes glued on him.Still maintaining his usual undefined scoff, he indulged her, “You don't have to worry your head on the in-depth course of events.”“However, you have your fiancé to thank for. He pulled this off and didn't make it for the invitati
28: Masterstroke
Margaret has been on a call for the last two minutes, her face slammed with a suppressed frown.They were still in the van as Achilles wanted to stay behind and see Gabrielle leave for home after her Contemporary Art and Dance sessions.He'd have completely kicked the Haydens to the curb by taking over the mansion he was tricked out of, but because of his pumpkin, he kept that wrath move on hold.Margaret ended the phone call conversation with an unusual tone, “Alright. Thanks for the info. Have your ears open. Keep me apprised when you garner more details.”She turned, facing Achilles, whose eyes had been focused on catching a glimpse of Gabrielle when tutorials dismissed.“I’ve got something for you.”Trying to obtain his attention, Margaret chimed in with her face a little bit lowered in brief thoughts.Achilles cleared his throat with intent, “Not a good call, huh?”Leaning off the van with his eyes fixated on her, “I’m all ears.”Margaret let out a subtle flinch with Achilles' fi
29: “I Know You Boy”
[Thirty minutes ago!!!]While Star and Eunice burst into an argument in the head of the Anti-Fraud operation office. Abel Hitler from an enclosed office had a grip of his phone and dialed the first contact on his call logs.[Hey, it's urgent. Meet me at Anfield Favorite Restaurant in an hour]Mr. Hitler, while exiting from the office, took a different turn and headed towards the south wing as instincts led his feet.He believed it was the perfect time to tidy up things before it became too late.A knock was perceived from the office door. Mr. Rodriguez stepped out of his desk to receive the personnel at the door.Instantly, eyes clashed, and for over five seconds, both men maintained silence as diverse thoughts plunged in their chests.Forcing an organized gesture, Mr. Rodriguez greeted, “You’re welcome Boss. I wasn't expecting you. Already done with Haydens’ interrogation?”Mr. Hitler feigning a beam, nodded while listening to his so-called unassuming assistant.Mr. Hitler retorted w
30: Plan B Activation
“I guess old habits don't die off easily.”Felix Jacobs teased while shaking his head. Before him was served Yorkshire pudding, Sunday roast, and cream tea with a bottle of Laurent-Perrier.He had already arrived at the Anfield Favorite Restaurant over three minutes early and went ahead to make an order.The restaurant, over the years, had become the most appealing spot for scousers to spend a few dollars while engaged in a dining experience.The personnel Felix was communicating with chose not to utter a word in response but went straight to patting his shoulder.Felix gasped into words, “Huh? Uh, another old gesture of yours? Why are you late?”The personnel wore a mean look, darting his piercing eyes while he sat. “All these words because you know how much you messed up.”Felix was taken aback for a second and blinked his eyelids in self-acknowledgement.The personnel urged further, his voice reeking of sarcasm, “Ohh, you've suddenly gone mute?” His mean demeanor stiffened the more