Darian ushered Thomas, Arvid, and Yara into the modest yet comfortable villa. Once they were seated, Darian began recounting his encounter with Crocodile Boss at the nightclub and the information he had gleaned."I managed to get the name of the connection," Darian said, "Alex. He's linking Crocodile Boss to the mafia leader behind it all. I also found one of the Kardhana Sect elders there. We fought, and…" Darian pointed to a small scar on his arm. “…they challenged me. A challenge from the Kardhana Sect.”Darian paused, looking at the three people before him. "Now, I want to hear your thoughts. You know about Crocodile's shady business at that nightclub, right?."Thomas shivered, his face paling. "We… we were just nominal owners, Darian. We didn't know much about the operational details. Crocodile… he managed everything. We just received a portion of the profits."Arvid added, "We… we were afraid to ask more questions. Crocodile… he's very dangerous."Darian nodded, processing the i

Alex stood in silence, his vision blurring. He felt restless, his heart and mind waging war against each other. In an instant, he felt weak, as if the strength he had always prided himself on had been eroded by something far more significant—a truth that came not with physical power, but with profound wisdom."How can I do this?" Alex asked, his voice heavy with doubt. "I've come so far, Darian. So much is at stake."Darian didn’t respond with words but with action. With a gentle movement, he approached Alex and placed a hand on his shoulder—not merely a physical touch, but a symbol of support. Beneath that touch flowed pure energy, filled with genuine love, unwavering hope, and the belief that change is always possible."You don’t have to do this alone," Darian whispered, his voice soft yet resolute. "Kindness isn’t about being perfect; it’s about choosing to care even when the world feels heavy. Tolerance isn’t about ignoring differences but understanding that everyone has a story w

“This is the full financial report of all the Suryadi family’s assets, as you requested. All properties have been transferred to your name. And here’s the proof of the five trillion rupiah transfer to your account at National Bank Javaris City.”Arvid handed over the documents and the tablet to Darian. He didn’t apologize again; his regret and compliance were evident in his posture. Sekar watched from the corner of the room, his eyes glued to the tablet displaying the staggering numbers.Five trillion rupiah. The number spun in his mind, comparing it to his own family’s assets, which now felt so small and insignificant. A wave of intense inferiority struck him.Darian accepted the documents and tablet with no expression, his gaze sharp as he scrutinized Arvid. He quickly examined the transfer details and the financial report. The information displayed was accurate and complete.After a few moments, Darian nodded slightly. “Alright,” he said, his voice calm but authoritative. “I’ve revi

For me, true love is about giving, not possessing. If your body wanders, let it. You always return to me with a pure heart and honesty. And I know that one day, you will shine, becoming a man full of charisma. You will undoubtedly be surrounded by beautiful women who want to be close to you… like what just happened. Didn’t you notice Sekar’s gaze toward you? Her eyes were filled with admiration and a hint of attraction. And about Dr. Anita, I feel the need to be honest. I love you with all my heart, and I want us to be happy together. However, I also feel that there’s a part of me that can share this happiness with someone else. I don’t want to hide my feelings from you because I believe honesty is the foundation of our relationship. I hope we can discuss this with open hearts and find the best solution for both of us.” A brief silence enveloped them. Darian and Dr. Anita exchanged glances, trying to digest Yara’s profound words. The romantic atmosphere that had once filled the

I want to express my gratitude, and honestly, I’m also captivated by his courage and kindness. There are so few men who are both brave and good like him. I invited him for coffee, just to say thank you. But our conversation flowed effortlessly, and I felt a connection with him. He was so different from anyone I had ever met.“He is so calm, Yara, even amidst chaos. There’s an energy radiating from him, not just physical strength, but a soothing inner power. He possesses a kind heart, yet also a firmness that leaves me in awe. Unbeknownst to me, my attraction deepened, and in that moment, my heart raced as if I were falling in love.”“So, I gathered my courage, even though my heart was in turmoil. I invited him to my apartment. We all know how that turned out.” Anita paused for a moment, a slight blush creeping onto her cheeks. “That was the first time I met Darian, Yara. An unexpected encounter that changed my life.”Yara smiled faintly, her eyes sparkling with mischief. “So… how did