Marvel & Wattpad's Metal Man

Chapter 5

One week after the encounter in Granville, Aqil Muhtadi, a.k.a. Metal Man, found himself back in the bustling city of Kuala Lumphattan. As the brilliant scientist and heroic avenger, he navigated the city with ease, his Mark 2 golden suit shimmering in the sunlight.

Whizzing down the highway using his jet-skates, Metal Man couldn't help but draw the attention of a pair of curious traffic police officers. They attempted to chase him down, but the agile hero swiftly reached his sports car further down the road. In a seamless transition, he changed into his civilian identity as Aqil Muhtadi.

Arriving just in time at the speedway, Aqil climbed behind the wheel of "The Muhtadi Special" to partake in the thrilling race. As the race progressed, Aqil's heart suddenly seized up, causing him to lose control of the car, leading to a devastating crash.

The car burst into flames, leaving Aqil trapped and unable to move. Luckily, a brave bystander rushed to his aid, braving the flames to pull him out of the wreckage and to safety. "Thank you! Thank you so much for saving me," Aqil gasped, still trying to catch his breath.

The man, Harraz Elfi, gave him a reassuring nod, his eyes filled with concern. "Don't mention it. Just glad I was nearby and could help," he replied humbly.

Grateful for his rescuer's quick thinking, Aqil begged Harraz to take him to his hotel room without asking any questions. "I have to recharge my chest plate; it's the only way I can stimulate my heart back to normal function. It's a complicated technology," Aqil explained as they rushed to the hotel.

In the hotel room, Aqil plugged his chest plate into a wall outlet, and the faint hum of the charging mechanism filled the air. As he waited for the device to work its magic, Aqil looked at Harraz with admiration. "You're a brave man, Harraz, and I owe you my life. Please, let me repay you in some way."

Harraz smiled warmly but declined any financial reward, ripping up the check for RM50,000. "I appreciate the offer, but I'd rather have a steady job with benefits. You see, I've been struggling to find work for a while now," he confessed.

Aqil admired Harraz's self-reliance and determination. He had an idea. "What if I offer you a position as my personal chauffeur? You'll have a stable job, and I could definitely use someone I trust to drive me around," Aqil proposed.

Harraz's eyes widened in surprise, and he wasted no time in accepting the offer. "You got yourself a deal, Mr. Muhtadi!"

With Harraz officially on board, they headed to Stark's main office in Putrajaya, where Aqil introduced him to his secretary, Izatul Putri. Sparks flew immediately as the two strong personalities clashed. Harraz couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at some of Putri's sarcastic remarks.

Putri, never one to back down, teased Harraz in return. "You better not dent any of the company cars with your reckless driving, Mr. Chauffeur."

"Oh, don't worry, Miss Putri. I'll drive smoother than you can ever imagine," Harraz retorted with a smirk.

Aqil chuckled, enjoying the playful banter between his new chauffeur and his spirited secretary. "Alright, you two. Let's focus on work now," he said with a grin.

As time went on, Harraz proved to be an invaluable addition to Aqil's team, not just as a skilled chauffeur but as a loyal friend and confidant. His down-to-earth nature and no-nonsense attitude balanced well with the brilliant yet sometimes eccentric personalities of Aqil and Putri.