Jody Gardner replied with a mocking smile, "Do you think you can win against me?" William Mackenzie never expected that Jody Gardner, who used to be his obedient subordinate, had now turned into someone very different. It all happened because of power. As if he could read what the general was thinking, Jody said, "General Mackenzie, I am not your old subordinate who knows nothing." He stared fearlessly and continued, "I now have the same title as you. We are equals. You must also know how I earned that title." William Mackenzie sighed, getting tired of dealing with his betrayed subordinate. "By killing me you mean?" William Mackenzie shook his head, trying to restrain himself from getting out of control. Not wanting to linger and waste time, Jody Gardner attacked without warning. He intended to punch the major general in the chest. But by then William Mackenzie was at the ready and of course in just one action, the strongest general managed to hit his opponent back until Jody
Steven jumped in surprise when he heard the question, but the young man quickly replied, "Yes, General Mackenzie." William Mackenzie nodded, "Bring the body and give it a royal military burial." This left everyone in the palace who had witnessed everything that had happened there shocked at what William had done. It was also true of Keannu Wellington who also looked confused by the general's order. Andrew even asked with a look of astonishment on his face. When Steven asked his fellow guards who loved Jody Gardner so much, Andrew immediately decided to ask, "General, why are you asking for a proper funeral for Jody Gardner? Wasn't he a traitor?" "Yes, General. He plotted a heinous murder against you, why are you honoring him?" another soldier added. William Mackenzie replied, "Jody Gardner is not a traitor. He did not betray this kingdom, but he betrayed me." "As for the matter of him having made many lives disappear, that was his fatal mistake. But ...." William Mackenzie pa
Three months later, the life of William Mackenzie, the former general of Ans De Lou had completely changed. William Mackenzie had chosen to become the CEO of one of his own companies and was living quietly with his beautiful wife who waited patiently for him to come home every night. After the man cleaned up, he quickly joined his wife who was sitting on the bed. "Bill, is it okay if you take two weeks off?" Cassandra asked while she was leaning on her husband's shoulder. William Mackenzie moved his head slightly and looked at his wife with a smile. "Of course, have you forgotten that the company is mine, dear? Even if I don't go to the office for a year, no one will bother me," Bill said so calmly. "I'm the CEO there. Who would dare bother me?" Bill added. Cassandra chuckled, "You're so arrogant coming out of the palace." Bill just grimaced. "I'm not. I just didn't want you to feel-" "Yes, Bill. I know. You already proved it. Anyway, please let's not talk about the past on t
Hello, Readers. This is Zila Aicha who wants to thank to all of you who have given time to read this book until this book comes to end. I'm happy to know that this story catches you. I never imagine that William Mackenzie's story is liked by many readers. Here, I want to say that I'm nothing without you, guys. And then now, after the story is over, I would like to ask to you, whether you want me to continue the story. If it is yes, I would write the story of the son of William Mackenzie, but if it not, I will ask my editor to mark this story into the completed book. I'll be glad to know your response about this, guys. Thank you for your kind attention. Best Regards, Zila Aicha
"Stop giving your son that look, Bill!" Cassandra admonished to her husband, William, who was indeed showing a bitter expression.William let out a long sigh, "Then, what do you want me to do? Smile broadly when I have to let go of my son who wants to risk his life for the Ans De Lou Kingdom?""You know I can't do that, Cassie. You know I ...."William Mackenzie, the former god of war, the strongest general ever in the Ans De Lou Kingdom could not continue his words because his only son, Riley was already walking back to them after saying goodbye to his friends.He certainly did not want his son to see him arguing with his wife."Hey, after all you gave your son permission to enroll, you can't take it back, Bill," Cassandra said as she widened her eyes, giving her husband a warning.William could only let out a long sigh."Are you done, dear?" Cassandra asked her son as she stroked her 21-year-old son's arm."I am, Mom. Otherwise, how could I come back here?" Riley replied with a smile
Riley Mackenzie turned his head and was surprised when James Gardner was staring at him too. "What's wrong?" Riley chose to ask James.James clucked his tongue, "You seem pretty tall. What sport are you doing?""All." Riley answered in short.Alen Smith raised his right eyebrow, "What are you doing? Why did you ask about that?""What's wrong with my question?" James retorted, not to be outdone.Diego suddenly said, "You seem to have a problem, my friend.""What do you mean?" James asked with a displeased look on his face."Politeness," Diego replied shortly.Riley, who had witnessed the three starting to argue, sighed softly. He intended to intervene but instead he heard James reply to Diego, "Civility? What's that? I don't get it at all."Diego gritted his teeth, but Alen quickly said, "Of course you don't understand. If you did, you wouldn't be Jody Gardner's descendant."Riley jumped in surprise when he heard his friend take up the topic. Sure enough, as he expected, James jumped
"Tell me, do you really know William Mackenzie's son?" James Gardner asked with an expectant look.Alen Smith wanted to respond, but James was only paying attention to the answer issued by Riley so the man was ignored.James said again, "If so, can you tell me which compartment he's in?"Riley wasn't afraid to face James, but he just wanted to keep his secret like what his father wanted. It was impossible to hide his true identity forever, but at least not when he first left the city. He hadn't even set foot in the castle yet. How could he reveal his identity? Obviously, he couldn't. So, the young man replied, "How would I know where he is? I immediately got on this carriage and searched for my compartment. I haven't looked around."Hearing that answer, James snorted in disappointment. But, the youngster didn't seem to give up easily so he said. "I have a good idea."Alen frowned, "What idea do you mean?""And about what?" Diego asked.Riley did not ask but was still observing the y
Riley suddenly said, "You did it, right?" James turned to Riley and then replied, "Did what?" It was clear that James pretended to not know about that. "Told them about General Mackenzie's son being here?" Riley said, still trying to hold back his emotions. James shrugged, "I just told them about the possibility. Well, who knows if they believed it?" Alen Smith snorted, "You did it on purpose because you wanted to find General Mackenzie's son, right?" Diego said, "You think you can lure the son of the great general to show up?" Once again, James Gardner visibly grinned and replied, "Of course. That guy will definitely show up on his own. And ... I'll beat him in every match, no matter what." "Just keep dreaming, as long as you can," Alen said. Riley said, "It's like you're out of work." The smug smile vanished from James' face. "Whatever you say, but you three watch. I'll beat him." Alen and Diego did not respond but Riley said, "Well, good luck then. We'll be your supporte
Dear, Readers This is Zila Aicha who wants to thank all the loyal readers of this novel. I know, season 2 of this book may disappoint some fans of this book. However, believe me I have tried to make this book with all my heart.May I ask your opinion about this book? I will be happy to read your comments. Suggestions and criticisms will also be happily accepted.Next, I will make season 3 of this book, but season 3 will be a book with the main character “James Gardner”. Hope you all will like it.Best wishes, Zila Aicha
People were eager to approach Riley, to help him. However, when they saw James Gardner moving toward Riley, they stayed where they were.James quickly caught Riley's staggering body as if he couldn't bear the weight of his own body.James sighed softly, “What are you doing?”“Preventing you from leaving,” Riley replied weakly.James exhaled roughly and picked up Riley who was still so weak.“You don't have to waste your time and energy,” James said.“Why? You don't have to go, James. You-”“It's my decision,” James cut in quickly.Riley shook his head, staring at the young man who was only one year older than him. “You're not guilty. I'm an asshole for wanting to keep you as my best friend.”“It's nice of you to admit that,” James replied with a faint smile.“If anyone should leave here, it's me, not you,” Riley said.James frowned, “Don't be crazy! You're the general of war in this kingdom. You can't-”“I lied to everyone from the start, not just to you,” Riley cut James off.Riley's
Rowena nodded weakly, while the four soldiers who were also inside the infirmary immediately looked at each other. Riley himself took some time to process the information.However, Reiner immediately asked, "Your Highness, then ... where is the deputy general of war right now?"Rowena turned her head quickly, "I don't know. I ... only heard the news from the palace maid, just now. Perhaps ... he has already returned to the dormitory or-"Thank you, Your Royal Highness," Reiner cut off Rowena's speech quickly due to being too panicked.After that Reiner immediately paid his respects to the king's daughter and quickly left the area together with Diego.Ben also said, "Riley, I'll be there first. Later I ... will be here again."Alen nodded, "Don't worry! We'll let you know when we know what's going on."Riley could only stare at his friends' departure with a look full of confusion.Rowena was the only one left in the room and was accompanied by several staff, soldiers and servants.Row
At first Riley was eager to force James to answer him, but he stopped doing so when he finally understood that James might need some time alone.He sighed softly, “I'll talk to him later.”Meanwhile, outside Riley's room, all the people who were good friends of the two young people who were having complicated problems were staring at James with questioning eyes.While Alen and Ben were silent because they didn't dare to ask, Diego casually asked, “Did you ... talk to Riley?”James nodded.“Then ... how?” Reiner asked in an anxious tone.James did not answer Reiner's question and only said, “I'm going back to the dorm first.”Shin, who heard that, bit his lip and replied, “I'll accompany you.”James did not refuse and let Shin come with him, while Diego and Reiner remained there.After James and Shin were no longer there, Alen decided to go inside with Ben.Not long after, Diego and Reiner also entered Riley's hospital room area.“He already knew about it,” Ben said when he first looke
James laughed disappointedly when he saw Riley's silence.Riley suddenly stared at him wordlessly.“Why, did you ... did you never even have the intention of telling me about it?” James said in a sharp tone.Riley opened his mouth but not a single word came out of it.James was getting annoyed at him, “Uh, I see. I see now.”James nodded and stepped back, making Riley surprised.“James, it's not like what you're thinking,” Riley finally managed to reply to James.James shook his head.“Do you really know what I'm thinking, Riley?” James said in a sarcastic tone.The young man could no longer hide his immense disappointment, “You don't know, Riley. But ... I can tell what you're thinking.”“James, I ... know I've wronged you. But, please understand, my position is very difficult. I don't want you to ... hate me, James. I don't have-”“It must have been a lot of fun for you, huh?” James cut off Riley's words quickly.Riley who was originally leaning back immediately leaned her body, fac
Shin and Reiner glanced at each other, as if they were both confused about whether or not to leave the area as James had requested.However, the reason they hesitated was certainly not because they were both worried that James would hurt Riley. Instead, both of them were more worried about James.Unfortunately, James, who did not get an answer from his two friends, turned his head with a furrowed brow, “Why? Don't you two trust me?”“You guys ... think I would do anything ... to hurt Riley? Is it like that?” James added with a sad look on his face.Shin quickly turned to James, “Of course not. I am sure you wouldn't do anything that bad.”“Don't get me wrong, James! We're ... just very worried about you,” Reiner said quietly.James was startled and when he looked at his two friends in turn, he instantly knew that they were not lying at all.The young man closed his eyes and instantly realized his mistake, “I'm sorry, senior. I ... I ....”“No problem, we'll leave you so you can be alo
Ben suddenly bowed his head.James immediately closed his eyes, completely unable to believe the painful reality that had slapped him.Meanwhile, Shin looked at his friend with a look of disappointment.He touched Ben's shoulder and asked, “You knew about this big secret and you ... did nothing? What have you done?”Ben was silent.Shin took a deep breath and watched the expressions of all the soldiers who were his best friends. The man sighed softly, “Aren't we ... all friends? How could you ... and you hide this important thing?”Ben raised his head, “Then, what do you expect me to do?”“What did you say?” Shin retorted fiercely.“You think it's easy? Hiding a secret of this magnitude? You think ... what happens if I tell you and the others? Especially James. He ... would definitely fight with Riley. They'll-”“Damn it!” James cursed because he couldn't stand it anymore.The young man said, “Don't act like you know about me and can guess what I might do or happen. You think you can
Meanwhile, William also began to be confused to calm his wife who was crying more and more.However, Cassandra's crying finally stopped when she saw the operating room door open.Everyone also immediately stared at the door, waiting anxiously.As several people from the medical team came out, William and Cassandra walked over.“Doctor, how is my son?” William asked.The elderly doctor looked up at the middle-aged man who was staring at him anxiously.“General Mackenzie,” the doctor greeted after he noticed William's face.William nodded, “Yes, Doctor Sigmund. It's me.”Sigmund was surprised, “Riley Wood, I mean General Wood is ... your son, General?”“Yes, Doctor,” William replied.James just stared blankly ahead, as if he was ready to hear that statement. Meanwhile, Reiner and the other soldiers could only squeal in shock as an important fact had j
It didn't take long for James Gardner to understand everything. In fact, afterward he saw Alen Smith greeting the woman and middle-aged man who were obviously a married couple. “Alen, Alen. You're … a medical staff, aren't you?” Cassandra asked the young man she had already met.“Riley will be fine. Isn't he?” Cassandra said frantically.Alen nodded, “You don't need to worry, Mrs. Mackenzie. We will do our best to save Riley.”James was still silent where he stood. Alen's words had explained everything. Alen, one of his best friends, also knew everything that happened. James closed his eyes for a few seconds and chose to hold himself still.The young man took hold of the edge of Riley's bed and helped him to push again. He then said softly, “Alen, hurry up a bit!”Alen was immediately surprised and looked guiltily at James as if he already knew what James was feeling. However, he did not have time to say anything and quickly went about his duties while asking people not to come