Prologue
Everyone wants to be rich, no body wishes to remain poor, However, not every one are meant to be rich, some are destined to be wealthy and powerful, while some are destined to work for the rich.
"Imagine if everyone were rich, who would work for each other? See? That's why we have so many different professions and sources of earning. For instance, everybody living in a country or state can not govern nor rule.
If everyone makes laws, who will obey the laws? If everyone is in power, who will be the subjects?
But that's not the case for some people as they don't think that way, and can't reason things out, they always want to be in power and control everything.
Some of this people are often overwhelmed with greed, envy and selfishness, which often leads them to the wrong path, where they believe taking what rightfully belongs to others by any means with force, is a way of surviving and standing out in the crowd.
One among this wicked selfish people is "Eguapo", a perfect Name for a wicked man like him.
In a bid to get more power and fame, He poisoned his elder Brother the king of Eldoria Suncrest Kingdom, and his family through the maids.
"Eldoria Suncrest kingdom is renowned for its fertile lands, mineral resources and abundant solar energy, which have contributed to the people's success in agriculture and established them as great farmers and oil producers.
but luckily as fate may have it, his elder brothers last son didn't eat the poisoned food.
He was on a video call with his girlfriend Anna, and had told the maids to reserve his food at the dinning table.
His lovely family has a habit of eating together, but they digged in without him, since he informed Them that he is on a video call and will join them shortly.
Unfortunately, after his video call, he went to join his family as promised, but was met with an unexpected horrible scene, His parents and two brothers were all coughing out blood, and in so much pain.
He quickly beckoned on the maids who were walking to and fro in fear of not knowing what to do, to help him take his Mom, his Dad and his two brothers to the car.
Meanwhile, the culprit was also there , she joined in helping.
after settling his family in the car, Zeb drove off to the hospital instantly.
Upon reaching the hospital, the emergency staffs rushed out immediately, and carried his family inside.
Few minutes later, he was greeted with the news that his parents and two brothers couldn't make it, they died due to an overdose of food poisoning, that kills faster, and has no antidote.
It was as if his whole world shattered right in front of him, the people he cherish greatly are no more, the only people he can rely on has betrayed him with death, leaving him behind to suffer alone.
He sat down on the floor and wailed uncontrollably, 'where will he start? where does he go from here? Who killed his family? Why will the person kill them? What did they ever do wrong? He asked himself and cryed even more.
"I will never let it go, I must find the person that murdered my family, And I will make sure I wipe out his or her entire family, He sweared, his eyes bloodlust in revenge, as he gritted his teeth.
Standing up from the floor where he had cried, he cleaned the dust on his pants and walked away, with heart full of revenge, evil and hatred.
A Villain has been Made.
"Villains are not born, They are made".
*****
Chapter 1
In a dark room, A young Man slowly opened his eyes, and was met with silence and darkness. He stood up immediately, but lost his balance, he staggered and fell down.
"Ouch" Where am I, can anyone hear me?, He screamed as he managed to stand up.
"Keep it low buddy, no one can hear you out there, but we can hear you" A voice said, followed by a wicked laughter.
Turn on the light, A voice commanded, and immediately, the once dark room became bright.
What am I doing here, How did I get here?
The young man looking around in confusion and fear couldn't help but ask.
Looks like he's finally sober, someone whispered.
Still in fear he ignored the other men and rushed to the door, which seemed to be a prison door.
As far as he knows, A prison door usually has a heavy imposing appearance, a small barred windows that allow a glimpse inside, and a large, sturdy lock mechanism, often accompanied by a heavy duty handle.
As he banged on the thick metal door, the loud echoing clang reverberated inside the prison, bouncing off the cold, unforgiving walls.
Can anyone hear me? He yelled and continued banging on the thick medal.
Triggering the angry looking men. Two hefty men men walked towards him.
"Are you blind that you can't see us? The man asked ready to throw hands..
"Or are you deaf that you didn't hear us? another man added.
Before The Young man could turn around, he was dragged off the door,
"Slap!
The hot slap landed on his face, a slap that can turn someone into a deaf and blind at the same time.
If he wasn't a Man, he would have sworn he saw Stars,
''you have been sleeping for Two days now, you just woked up and choosed to ignore us, don't you know we can kill you while sleeping? At least you will get to reunite with your family, Such an ingrate". Said the man who just slapped him.
"What's your name young man? Another man asked.
The young man still trying to recuperate from the harsh effects of the hard slap, that made him lose his balance, only looked at the man and ignored him.
"Kick!
Ouch! The young man screamed in pain and fell down.
Could it be he's actually deaf ? The man who slapped the young man earlier, asked.
Do you think we're joking with you little rat? Now! I repeat, 'what's your fucking name you Son of a bitch, your useless parents should have at least taught you how to answer questions nicely when you're being asked by your elders before dying. The older man blurted out in anger while trying to strangle the young man.
They young man, couldn't take it anymore at the mention of his parents, and tried to fight back.
"That's enough, Let the young man be"
Another man who seems to be the eldest, but has been quiet since, finally spoke.
"What's your name little lad?, the oldest man asked him in a calm voice.
"Am over Twenty three ( 23) years old, and this man here is calling me little lad, The young man murmured to himself and laughed.
"My Name is ZEB" he replied.
What do you mean your name is Zeb, as in Zebra? Another man asked looking confused, not wanting to believe that the young man's name is Zeb.
"Zeb is such a unique name, you have a nice name" the oldest man complimented.
Eww! That's a horrible name if you ask me, someone said, and the other inmates nodded in agreement
"Well no one asked you, because your idea is useless, so it's always better to keep your idea to yourself. The oldest man backfired.
"Thank you" Zeb replied with a smile.
" At least one person among this animals here is kind and reasonable" he thought to himself, giving the other men a quick glare.
And what's with that look, a Man asked walking towards Zeb with a wicked smirk.
"Drake That's Enough! " the oldest man said, this time he was standing up.
"Fine" I just wanted to teach this brat a lesson", Drake replied and went back to his corner, giving Zeb a quick "mess around and find out what I will do to you" look.
Zeb seeing he is no longer safe in his spot, went to the old man's spot and sat down beside him.
"Can I know your name Sir? Zeb asked out of curiosity, the old man looked at him and looked away.
"They call me Sagewood he replied, looking at the wall.
Wow! Your name is cool, Zeb exclaimed.
'you think it's cool? The old man asked looking at him.
Yes it is , then, can I call you Elderly Sagewood? Zeb asked with an eager look.
"Sure" Sagewood replied with a thin smile.
Elderly Sagewood, do you know how I came here? I can't remember anything, Zeb asked, curiosity written all over his face.
'So you mean you don't remember anything? But How come you remembered your name? Sagewood asked, looked at him and shaked his head in pity.
The name was ringing in my subconscious mind, so I used it, Zeb replied.
"I know you are innocent, Sagewood said, seeing the bias look on Zeb's face.
"Was I accused, blackmailed, or framed?" Zeb asked unable to contain his curiosity and frustration.
You were framed by your girlfriend and your uncle, Sagewood replied.
But how did you get to know? Zeb asked.
You were screaming so loud on the day you were thrown inside this prison, you said you will make sure to get back at them, and you kept shouting you were Innocent.
the soldiers couldn't stop you from shouting, so they forcefully injected you with something which I thought was a sleeping pill, but i think it wasn't just a sleeping pill, considering how you can't remember anything.
Seems they tampered with your memory. Sagewood explained.
Zeb couldn't believe his eyes, as he wondered how and why the incident happened,
"What about my family, they are alive right? I heard the other men saying my parents died, is it true or they were just joking?" Zeb asked as he suddenly remembered his family.
"They are Dead" Sagewood replied after hesitating for minutes.
Zeb couldn't hold it in, as hot tears rolled down his cheeks.
"What are they talking about so serious that it's making him cry? The other inmates murmured.
It's okay you can cry it all out.
You should be able to remember some things by tomorrow. Sagewood assured.