Novels by zduchess016

I woke up to the sound of soft jazz playing in the background,the luxurious hotel room filled with the sun rays pouring from the floor to ceiling windows.For a moment,I forgot where I was,wrapped in silk sheets and a plush mattress softer than anything I'd ever felt. It was a far cry from the dingy little apartment my landlord had so proudly kicked me out of.I stretched, glancing at the time on my phone. The system's familiar tone chimed in my head.~ System Notification: Congratulations, You have officially entered Level 2 : Aura 4 of the King Of Steeze System ~~New Mission Unlocked: Making Your Mark .~Complete this task to increase your wealth and prestige~~Rewards: $500,000 and a custom made suit from the world's top designer ~A smirk tugged at my lips. Half a million? Just for showing up ?The game was spoiling me . But the custom suit — that sounded even better.My feet hit the warm marble floor ,and I walked to the window,taking in the city below. I could see people walki

Li Na waved goodbye from the doorway of a restaurant and I smiled back at her. As much as she enjoyed the conversation, I could see the hesitation in her eyes when I offered her a rideI wasn't offended it was better this way , I had things to do.I hopped into my Bugatti Chiron, the engine roaring to life with a sound that could shave the pavement. The crowd outside hadn't dissipated yet , in fact more people had gathered, phones out taking pictures, probably to post on social media. The attention didn't bother me,b let them speculate . My life was about to change in ways none of them could imagine. As I sped through the city street the system chimed again~New Task : Return home.~~Time limits:20 minutes.~~Reward for timely completion:+500 Experience points , additional cash.~My phone beeped.~Cash Transferred!~A timer appeared in the corner of my vision, counting down from 20 minutes. "Of course there's a time limit," I muttered to myself ,pressing down on the gas . The car

The last bite of my meal settled in comfortably in my stomach as I leaned back, letting out a deep sigh. It has been a while since I had felt this full, and honestly it wasn't just about the food. There was something special about this place—the energy ,the atmosphere ,it felt... calming even with the eyes on meJust as I began to sip the last of my wine , the owner of the restaurant returned."Just had to pass instructions to the waiters."she smiled at me."Enjoy your meal?"I took closer look at the restaurant owner she was young probably mid– 20s, with jet black hair tied into a neat bun. Her features were sharp but softened by a warm smile. "Yeah ," I said smiling back. "Best I have had in a long time. You are really doing great."Her smiled widened slightly ,a hint of pride in her eyes."I'm glad you think so , I have been running this place for a couple of years now. My name's Li Na, by the way I haven't see you around before." "Thomas ," I introduced myself. "And no , this is m

I stood staring at the road, feeling the cool evening breeze brush against my skin , a stack contract to the odd heat I had felt moment before inside the pizzeria.Caleb was leaning against the wall ,his expression halfway between disbelief and awe ,as he took in my new look.."Whoa , man, what happens to you? You look....expensive."Caleb's eyes raked over my tailored suit and I couldn't help but smirk. "And did I hear right? You bought the pizzeria."I chuckled, softly shrugging."Yeah ,just a little something I picked up along the way." The words felt odd coming out of my mouth, but they also felt...right.Like I was starting to step into this new life."You...bought it?"His voice had a disbelieving edge to it."that place has been around for years, we both worked there days back ,man." Caleb shook his head ."I called you to help me and you did and also bought the pizzeria, whoa.""Why not? Everyone needs pizza." I gave him a wink knowing full well how absurd it sounded.Caleb shook

"Nice doing, business with you." Jonathan said and we both shook hands.Then a call came in, I was scrolling through my phone as I left Conrad Technologies.But as soon as I had Caleb's voice on the other end shaky and panicked, I knew something was wrong. Caleb and I had been best friends since our elementary days and we both in the same pizza parlor and we walked Pizza Parlor."Thomas..... bro , I'm in big trouble.""What happened ?"I asked already reaching for the double doors"It's Elvis ....he's accusing me of stealing money from the register."Again.That crap of a guy.He is now taking revenge on Caleb because of what happened days ago when he tried cajoling me to deliver free boxes of pizza to his girlfriend and pin the blames and bills on me , but I refused.A thin smile spread on my lips."He's threatening to call the cops on me." Caleb rattled out.I frowned. Caleb wasn't perfect, but a thief? No. I have known him too long for that. Elvis was always looking for someone to

I stood outside the boutique, and ran my hands through my slick hair and adjusted my suit again.The moment , the game system built in my mind , I knew something big was coming. I half glanced over my shoulders to see Sarah staring at me through the windows. She gave me a coy smile , I rolled my eyes and walked away. Gold digger.~New Quest: Level One: Aura Two-Influence the business word with aura. Complete a successful deal within 24 hours~The words flashed in front of me bold and unapologetic. A sharp click resounded in my ear, like the ticking of a timer I couldn't see but could feel ,pressing against the back of my skull.One day to make a deal. No big deal, right? Except for the part where it had to be more than just a handshake.I smiled. No pressure My appearance pulsed beneath my skin just waiting to be unleashed. I could feel it like the suit I was wearing now , that seems sharper than anything. But who could be my target now ?I glanced down at my phone again and a not