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Chapter 20: A Promise To Keep
The entire Rastro family rose as the Overlord commanded. Fear their eyes lowered. Except Rebecca Rastro. Coming from the back, her gaze was sharp and tender. A warm smile etched at the corner of her lips. But the Overlord had his attention fixed on Quentin Rastro.“It would seem that you picked the right vial, Mr Quentin.” A sarcastic tone.Quentin Rastro raised his head gently, not sure whether to look at the Overlord or not.“You're merciful, my lord. Even though I had offended you. You forgive…”Demian's voice cut quickly before the words ran cold; “I did no such thing.”The room went quiet.Demain took a slow step forward, his eyes fixated on Quentin.“I don't believe in unwarranted forgiveness.”“So when the time is right, you'll face your punishment just as Hades is currently facing his.”Quentin froze. His knees almost gave out.Demian stepped forward, closing the gap between them. His steps were slow and deliberate.“Oh… you didn't know?”Quentin didn't answer. His jaw tig
Chapter 19: Second Life
The medical instruments told lies that science couldn't explain.Dr. Okonkwo pressed the stethoscope against Quentin Rastro's chest for the third time. His dark face creased with confusion. "This is impossible.""What is?" Mrs Theresa gripped her husband's hand. She was afraid. Too afraid to believe what she was seeing."His heart." The doctor pulled back, staring at Quentin, like he had risen from the dead.In a way, he had. "Last week it was failing. Barely pumping. Now it's..." He checked the monitor again. "It's just perfect. Better than perfect. It's functioning like a man half his age."The second doctor, a younger woman named Chen, was reviewing blood work on her tablet. "The cancer markers are gone. Completely gone. Not reduced. Not in remission. It's as if they never existed."She looked up, and her gaze met with Dr Okonkwo’s."Run the tests again," Dr. Okonkwo ordered.She frowned.“But sir…”"I've run them four times, sir.""Then run them for the fifth."Dr Chen quickly t
Chapter 18: The Impossible Choice
The three vials sat on the hospital table like an executioner's riddle.Red. Blue. Yellow.One would cure. Two would kill. Well, death of a different kind. One vial would bring Quentin Rastro back to his feet. One vial would kill him slow and painfully. He would bleed from his eyes, nose, and mouth. His skin would turn white. All blood in him will dry up. Eventually, he would die.The last vial would kill him immediately, but there'll be no pain. He would sleep, and it'll pass like nothing ever existed.Rebecca stood in the doorway of her father's private hospital room, frozen at the sight of them. The rest of her family was already there. All four of her siblings gathered around the bed, voices rising in panic and confusion."When did he come?" Marcus, the second oldest, demanded. He gripped the nurse's arm. "When was the Overlord here?""An hour ago, sir." The nurse's voice trembled. "H…he walked in, spoke to your father, left those, and walked out.”"What did he say to Dad?" Tha
Chapter 17: Looming Fall Of Rastro Empire
The Rastro mansion sprawled across twenty acres of neglected grounds.A Mediterranean stylish building with thirty rooms, and three wings connected by marble corridors that echoed emptiness. Inside, the air was stale, a looming disaster that had made the home of the wealthy billionaire look like a graveyard. In the east wing master bedroom, Quentin Rastro lay, dying slowly. His wet, rattling breaths extended the agony of those waiting for an inheritance. His children had carved out territories: some camped in the library with estate documents and lawyers' cards. Some drank through the wine cellar in the billiard room. Some make frantic calls to creditors from the conservatory. They pass each other without speaking, each calculating their share, and terrified the others will claim more.Senator Dickson walked into the large building. The whole place was in chaos. The family had kept the information from the media for days, but the billionaire’s health wasn't getting any better.Se
Chapter 16: Antonia's At The Penthouse
Antonia stepped into the penthouse with Demian behind her. He studied her, the way she darted her eyes around. The way her hands fidgeted with the hem of her dress.The penthouse was unlike anything she had seen. Luxury dripping with mystery. Her mind was unsettled. She had become nervous, as she pictured Marianne’s presence here before her.His hands wrapped around her waist from behind, and she flinched at the warmth of his strong hands.He kissed her collarbone. “You're the second woman to see my penthouse. Marianne has never been here. And she never will be.” Something settled in her chest. An assurance. The calmness that followed his words.“Well, who is the first?” She turned to look at his eyes. His hands wrapped around her waist gently, and she pressed her body into him. “Diana Washington, your prime minister.” Antonia was mute. Her eyes never left for a second. He took a few steps to the bar and poured two glasses of champagne. She followed behind slowly.“Tell me about
Chapter 15: Promise Of Heart
Demian readjusted on his feet, taking an inch forward and closing the gap between them.“Then you'll never be alone again. You'll never feel hurt from people who you believe to be friends. The world will call your name in whispers and tremble in your presence.”In an instant, something cracked open in her chest.Her smile was cute. Small but beautiful. Her sparkling white teeth glittered in the blue chandelier light.“Then I accept.” She took his hand, and Marianne staggered back. Hot tears bloomed in her eyes.Demian raised her hand and turned around. “Rise and take your seat everybody.” Soft noise erupted as the entire set rose from the floor.They all avoided eye contact with the Overlord."Antonia is under my protection. She is mine. Anyone who harms her answers to me personally. Eyes widened in the studio. “Yes Overlord!” They chanted. Antonia raised her brows. Uncertainty hung in her gaze, "Yours?”He stepped in and his left hand curled behind her back. He pulled her to his c
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