"Captain, my wife just had an accident, and I need to get to the hospital urgently. Please let me leave work early!"
However, the older man stared at the young man with a fierce and mocking gaze, his face showing a hint of ridicule as he sneered."Fine, just submit a resignation letter, and I'll let you go early.""Sir..."The young man's name was Ethan, and he was initially from the prestigious Alexander family in the capital. A few years ago, he was betrayed and expelled from his family, forced to move south, and eventually married into the Edwards family.The petty and vindictive captain held a grudge over a trivial conflict and made things difficult for Ethan, looking for every opportunity to get him out of sight."Don't look at me like that, and you've already taken more days off than allowed this month. If you want more, quit and take care of your wife!"The captain's indifferent and sarcastic tone, devoid of empathy, turned Ethan's face red with anger and resentment.Ethan's wife had used her connections to secure this job for him. Where would he get the money to support his wife if he quits now?"Albert, you keep making things difficult for me. What do you want? Don't belittle me too much!""Belittle you too much? Ha ha ha, Ethan, take a look at yourself. You're just a son-in-law with no status, money, home, or even a job your wife got for you. What right do you have to speak to me? I've already said, if you want time off, submit your resignation!"Ethan's loud protest was met with Albert's mocking retort. He was a cunning man, always making sarcastic remarks while never admitting to any wrongdoing.Ethan knew that Albert wouldn't let him off the hook today. He decisively threw his security uniform at Albert."Fine, I quit! I don't need this job!"With that, Ethan turned and left without hesitation while Albert sneered coldly."Hmph, a worthless son-in-law. Let's see if your wife begs me when you don't have this job!"Thinking about Melanie's curvy and beautiful figure, Albert's heart filled with wicked thoughts, and the corner of his mouth curled up in a sly smile.After leaving in anger, Ethan started to feel a bit regretful. Earlier, his mother-in-law called to say that his father-in-law's condition had worsened. Moreover, his wife had rushed into the hospital to visit her father, resulting in a car accident and a broken leg, which required treatment.However, the doctor said they needed money for the father-in-law's surgery, and Melanie's hospitalization also required funds. In short, Ethan had no cash on him, so how could he care for his wife and father-in-law now?The more he thought about it, the more uncomfortable Ethan felt. At that moment, his phone suddenly rang. Seeing an unknown number calling, he was slightly suspicious. However, in the end, he decided to answer the call."Hello, it's Ethan speaking!"From the other side, a deep voice of a middle-aged man came through."Young master, have you carefully considered your decision? Your mother needs your help, and only you can carry out this plan!"Upon hearing this man's voice, Ethan was momentarily stunned. He then remembered a middle-aged man who had come to see him a few days ago, talking about an experiment related to an organization founded by his missing mother.At first, Ethan was very suspicious of this man. However, after interacting and seeing his mother's mementos and a recorded message she left behind, Ethan finally confirmed that this man was not deceiving him.The problem was that the experiment was hazardous. He cherished his life, but the investigation...At this moment, a sudden idea flashed in Ethan's mind. He hesitated a bit before saying: "Uncle, if I proceed with the experiment as you requested, will you help me? I need money, a lot of money!"The middle-aged man's voice paused momentarily on the other side of the phone. However, not even a second later, his tone seemed joyful as he replied."Young master, please rest assured. The entire organization is an asset left to you by your mother. Sooner or later, it will be under your ownership. Please carry out this experiment because it represents the organization's greatest achievement. Before your mother disappeared, she had instructed that only someone with her bloodline could activate the system. Therefore, you don't need to worry about the money issue, and it's trivial for the organization. Where are you right now? I can deliver the item to you. As for the money, I'll order someone to handle it for you!"With no more hesitation in his heart, Ethan decisively replied."Just come to Red Street. I'll send you my location via phone."Hearing Ethan's agreement, the man breathed a sigh of relief. The young master indeed had a similar demeanor to his mother.After a while, Ethan suddenly realized something and hurriedly slapped his forehead.'Huh, how could I forget something so important? I still need to send him my bank account number. How is he going to transfer the money?'Before Ethan could think any further, there was a knock on his door. A middle-aged man in a black suit, wearing sunglasses and carrying a black box, appeared. Behind him was a black Mercedes, making Ethan think: 'Is all that black necessary?'"Young master. This is the experimental item from the organization. You only need to add a drop of your blood to activate it."The middle-aged man handed Ethan a square metal box, about ten cubic centimeters, with great care.Ethan hadn't had time to collect himself when the square metal box was already in his hands. Suddenly, a mechanical sound rang out, and Ethan's eyes turned dark."Beep... beep... beep... fingerprint verification confirmed, bloodline compatibility detected! Beep... beep... beep... lock identified, fusion process initiating, please wait momentarily, Master!"A cut appeared on Ethan's hand, and then the square box, as if possessing a consciousness, directly followed the amount and burrowed into Ethan's arm, eventually disappearing inside.Ethan had no idea what had happened to him. When he woke up, it was midnight, and the clock showed it was past eleven. He felt something strange in his head, and his body felt foreign. The wound on his hand had vanished, and the mysterious man was nowhere to be found. Ethan would have thought he had just been dreaming if it weren't for the slightly odd sensation in his body. However, at this moment, his phone suddenly rang, and it was his mother-in-law's voice, Mabel."Do you even care about your family? Your father-in-law is undergoing surgery, and your wife is lying in a hospital room, injured and alone. Yet, you are nowhere to be found? She must be blind to have married you. Just wait. When you get home, I'll make her divorce you!" As soon as he picked up the phone, the angry voice of his mother-in-law resounded in his ear.Although Ethan felt extremely upset, he was used to her harsh words and just chuckled."Mom, I had some business to care for and fell asleep for a while. I'm on my way to the hospital now!""No need! My daughter has someone else taking care of her now. We don't need someone like you here!"Mabel yelled before hanging up. Ethan was momentarily stunned but he smiled faintly, thinking his mother-in-law was angry and didn't mean her words. However, when Ethan got up and was about to head to the hospital to visit his wife, a mechanical voice suddenly sounded."Beep beep, fusion process complete, greeting Master!"Hearing this sound, Ethan's face instantly froze."Who... who's talking to me?"Ethan was terrified. Although he wasn't a coward, suddenly having something talking in his head was an entirely unprecedented situation for him."Hello, Master! I am 001, an Artificial Super Intelligence, co-created by your mother and her collaborator. However, the experiment must still be completed, so the Artificial Super Intelligence system must still be fixed. Starting today, 001 has transformed all of your latent potentials in the most extraordinary way, allowing you to embark on the pinnacle path of life!"Suddenly, a 3D screen appeared in front of Ethan, displaying considerable numbers and graphs he couldn't understand. But most importantly, this display was coming from inside his head.Ethan was unsure how he had arrived at the hospital. Everything that had just happened in his mind was truly incredible. A device had somehow entered his head and operated a system within it.However, the most crucial aspect is that this machine can transmit a vast amount of knowledge Ethan had never read before directly into his brain.This device also possesses the unique functionality of analyzing the physical condition of others by scanning them multi-dimensionally. It can discern feelings and anguishing personality features by examining facial expressions and neural activity.Simultaneously, it can predict situations and specific objects through its analyzed data. Right now, Ethan's gaze falls upon a young woman walking down the street. He can see her emotional state and physical condition in remarkable detail.Tazanna Smith: 21 years oldGender: FemaleEmotional Index: 11 (negative)Identifying features: A red mole under the left corner of her right eye, dark brown eyes, straigh
"Don't worry, Mom. I've already provided enough blood for Dad. The doctor said that his surgery could proceed as planned." Ethan reassured her, despite his mother-in-law's apparent aversion.However, Mabel simply ignored him, intentionally turning to look at Toshan instead. It was only now that Ethan had a chance to observe the man: dressed in a vest and leather shoes, he exuded an air of sophistication and success, truly the epitome of an accomplished man."Toshan, you've heard as well. Melanie's father will have his surgery tonight. Thanks to you, the operation can proceed smoothly!"As Mabel conversed with the man named Toshan, her beaming expression was entirely different from the one she wore when speaking with her son-in-law, Ethan. This made Ethan feel slightly uncomfortable.Toshan, for his part, responded to Mabel with a smile: "Auntie, it's my responsibility to help out. Melanie and I are not strangers; I'm familiar with your family. I'm no longer planning to go abroad and w
When he woke up, Ethan was lying in a hospital room with a female nurse diligently taking notes: "May I ask, what time is it now?" With his weak, hoarse voice, Ethan asked the nurse. At that moment, the nurse seemed startled and hurriedly turned to look at him, her face showing a layer of red blush, embarrassed."Oh, you're awake now? I warned you earlier, but you didn't listen. How do you feel now? Are you much better?" As if trying to avoid her embarrassment, the nurse quickly hid the paper behind her back and incessantly inquired about Ethan's health. Ethan didn't notice the nurse's confusion; instead, he looked around at the walls, then asked a seemingly unrelated question: "How long have I been here? Who brought me here?"Whether Ethan was dizzy from blood loss or troubled by something in his heart was unclear. At that moment, there was no light in his eyes, only a layer of hazy, dark, and desperate mist."You've been here for over an hour. A man named Toshan brought you here e
"Jump now. If you want to jump, why don't you?""You... you... you can't come here... I... I'll jump!"As Ethan drew closer, the girl became increasingly agitated. In a split second, she stepped back, lost her footing, and nearly fell."Ah!!! Help me!!!"At this point, the girl's scream was so high-pitched that even Ethan, standing more than ten paces away, had to cover his ears."What are you yelling for? Haven't you fallen into the river yet? And, if you wanted to commit suicide, why are you so afraid of dying?"Hearing Ethan's sarcastic tone, the girl no longer wanted to end her life. Instead, she was filled with resentment and continued to scream."You're despicable, you wretched man! If something happens to me, you're the murderer who killed me! Even as a ghost, I won't leave you alone!"As the girl continued to shriek, onlookers driving by cast suspicious glances. Ethan sighed, hurried over, grabbed the girl's hand clutching the railing, and shouted."Come up here. Stop yelling
"Don't get the wrong idea; I just wanted to repay you for saving me earlier!"While fleeing, Tazanna explained to Ethan as they ran side by side. However, Ethan's gaze remained fixed on her back, his eyes filled with complex emotions.Until this moment, he finally remembered that this girl was the same one he had met in front of the hospital. At that time, he was scolded by her. Unexpectedly, they would meet again now."Huh, what are you staring at? Do you believe that I can gouge out your eyes and rub them under my feet?"Feeling Ethan's gaze on her, Tazanna couldn't help but speak sarcastically."Ha ha ha!"But as soon as Ethan heard her familiar tone, he couldn't help but burst into laughter. Tazanna seemed to remember their previous encounter at the hospital and angrily kicked Ethan."Oh...!"Whether intentionally or accidentally, her kick precisely hit Ethan's lower body, instantly stopping his laughter. He widened his eyes, turned pale, stared at Tazanna, and continuously clutch
Witnessing the nurse shake her head and sigh, Ethan's heart pounded. However, upon hearing Tazanna's situation wasn't too dire, he breathed a small sigh of relief.Although they had just met and Tazanna had caused him to be misunderstood and beaten by thugs, Ethan couldn't help but hope she would pull through this ordeal as he wanted to ask more about her condition.A group of bodyguards in black vests quickly approached the operating room. Leading them was a middle-aged man with a stern, cold expression.Seeing these imposing individuals rush in, Ethan couldn't help but worry about their identities. However, it didn't take long for the angry voice of the leading man to address the two bodyguards next to him."What on earth happened? Why was my daughter stabbed and hospitalized?"The man's voice wasn't loud but carried an authority that left no room for defiance, startling the two bodyguards. One of them hurriedly began to explain."Boss, the situation was completely unexpected. We ne
Initially, saving someone's life shouldn't come with the expectation of gratitude. However, after witnessing the man's swift change of demeanor, faster than the flip of a hand, Ethan couldn't help but feel uneasy.Of course, he didn't save Tazanna for money or any favor from this man. At the very least, the man should have shown some sincerity and offered thanks for saving his daughter. Instead, how he treated Ethan differed significantly from how he had just treated the hospital doctor.Nonetheless, Ethan didn't harbor any ill intentions, so he ignored Wynstan's threatening words and responded indifferently: "I just happened to come across your daughter on the street. If you think I saved her for some ulterior motive, let me be frank – not everyone in this world is as wicked as you imagine. While I may be poor in wealth, I'm not poor in morals like you. Excuse me, and I have to go now."After saying this, Ethan resolutely turned and left, disregarding Wynstan's furious gaze.At this
However, no matter how Mabel tried to persuade her, Melanie stubbornly refused to put the knife down. In her anger, the knife was even pressed closer to her throat, leaving a cut that caused blood to drip onto the blade.Finally, Ethan could no longer hold back and spoke up."Melanie, I know you never loved me, and our marriage was just a misunderstanding. Now that you no longer want to be with me, I've given you freedom. What are you still doing this for?""Who told you I don't love you? Who told you I wanted to marry someone else? Why are you treating me like this? Do you know how much my child and I need you?"In her uncontrollable fury, Melanie screamed, leaving everyone present dumbfounded."Your child and you?"However, what caught Ethan's attention the most was this statement. He hurriedly rushed over, grabbed the knife in Melanie's hand, and anxiously asked: "Do you mean you're pregnant with my child?""I don't have a child with you, so whose could it be?""No, I mean... I mea