............"After deliberating and considering all the pros and cons, we have decided to give the New Brand's Innovation Project Contract to 'WillowCorp'!" Mera Ward announced the result, causing some to be surprised, a few to be shocked, and others to wear dissatisfied expressions."Clap...Clap...Clap...!" Seeing no one responding, Mera Ward was the first one to applaud, and the rest followed suit, applauding the Suzuki family for winning the bid."Congratulations, Mr. Suzuki, for winning the contract!" a few stepped forward and congratulated Mr. Suzuki."Thank you, everyone!" Mr. Suzuki also thanked them for their congratulations."Ahem... I have one announcement, so listen well!" Mera Ward once again gathered everyone's attention."We have decided to give a separate Renewable Energy contract to 'GreenLife Energy Solutions.' Now then, please step forward the representatives of both 'WillowCorp' and 'GreenLife Energy Solutions' to receive their agreements!" Mera Ward's announcemen
............"Hmmn!" Rohan shot a serious look, clearly suggesting that he wanted to eat in peace.A few minutes later, Rohan tried a bit of every dish on the table."Are you a pig? When was the last time you ate?" Mera looked at Rohan in disbelief."That's rude! I'm just a growing guy, so I naturally have a bigger appetite than you!" Rohan glanced at Mera's body and retorted."What do you mean? Even if I have stopped growing, my appetite isn't smaller. It's just that you eat like a pig!" Mera felt offended by his words and responded sarcastically."Come on, guys. Let's have a drink!" Mr. Suzuki chimed in, suggesting they start drinking."Let's see who can handle more!" Mera nodded eagerly, turning it into a friendly contest as she stared at Rohan.A little while later, Rohan gave in, admitting, "Okay... you win, I'm tapping out from more drinks!" He knew Mera wouldn't stop anytime soon."Wow, you really have an impressive capacity for drinking," Rohan remarked, noticing that Mera wa
............"Hmm, I have a meeting planned with someone to discuss some business today, and after that, I'll have some free time," Rohan responded, pondering the individual Mera had recommended.Regarding Mrs. Suzuki's friend who owns the restaurant, he lacks sufficient funds to proceed with the deal, so meeting that person might give the wrong impression."Ohh, when are you planning to leave, Mister!" Mia asked about the time when he will leave so she can prepare breakfast for him."Hmmn, I leave after having my lovely breakfast, so don't worry!" Rohan replied feeling content after drinking the lemonade. "Alright, I'll get breakfast ready then," Mia heard Rohan mention his plan to have breakfast before his business trip, so she headed back to the kitchen.Rohan thought about Mia and couldn't help but admire her, even in her simple clothes. He realized he hadn't paid her much, so the maid uniform she wore might not be expensive.He started to imagine how stunning she would look in
............PerformStream is a unique online platform that brings together live streaming, gaming, and singing in an interactive and fun way.'Oh, this sounds interesting. I should check it out!' Rohan thought, intrigued by the brief introduction, and decided to open the website."Step into the captivating world of PerformStream, where creativity knows no limits! This innovative platform connects gamers, singers, and all sorts of performers, allowing them to showcase their talents to a worldwide audience.""With PerformStream, users can not only stream their gaming and singing sessions but also interact with their viewers in real-time."'The introduction is really appealing, and based on this summary, it seems like a fantastic site!' Rohan, after reading the overview, became even more interested in the site and promptly decided to create an account."Now, let's see, which category should I explore first? Hmm, maybe I'll start with something related to beauty," Rohan scrolled down an
............"Hey there! What's got you all excited?" Mia appeared from the kitchen, carrying two plates and placing them on the table. She glanced at Rohan, who was beaming and engrossed in his phone.With a cheerful grin, Rohan replied, "Oh, nothing much. Just enjoying a live stream!" In his enthusiasm, he accidentally sent a gift worth $10,000 to MelodyGamer.Unaware of the gift's details, he quickly typed a short message, sent the gift, and then left the stream.As the stream continued, a fiery spectacle was already captivating the viewers.In MelodyGamer's live stream, the screen suddenly transformed into a breathtaking show of shimmering lights and colors, all thanks to Rohan's jaw-dropping "Radiant Luxe Gem" gift worth $10,000.A virtual jewel adorned with dazzling gems materialized, gracefully spinning before finding its place in the center of the screen.The chat exploded with excitement as fans flooded the comments with amazed reactions and messages of congratulations.Mel
............Rohan reached The Celestial Heights Retreat, following his conversation with the person Mera had introduced him to. They chatted using QuickChat, as Mera had already informed the other person about their meeting.As he arrived, Rohan was already amazed by what he saw. He had learned about the meeting's location beforehand, and it was truly impressive. The retreat is situated on a hill, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the beautiful surroundings. It's a highly exclusive hotel in Willowbrook City, mainly accessible through membership.This hidden treasure provides a lavish and peaceful getaway for the city's most privileged residents.The hotel's membership is only for those who've achieved a lot in different fields, ensuring a private and special vibe for the lucky ones. Rohan stepped into the posh hotel office, his eyes taking in the fancy setting. The walls had nice art, and sunlight poured through big windows, making the room glow warmly. A soft, creamy carpe
............"Well...!" Priya hesitated, glancing at her secretary with uncertainty."Go on, Manager!" Sofia encouraged her with a nod and a gentle nudge.Rohan became intrigued as he observed this interaction, sensing that something unusual was happening. Priya's next words confirmed his suspicion."Actually, it's quite a complex situation. Our shareholders have been locked in internal conflicts over control of this hotel. As a result, we're short on funds to launch the new hotel we've already built!" Priya explained, her expression showing a hint of frustration, as if she disliked the situation but couldn't meddle in their quarrels."Ohhh, that's...!" Rohan was taken aback, not expecting this reason. For a few moments, he was at a loss for words."Ahem, that was quite unexpected. Anyway, let's get back to talking about the investment!" Rohan cleared his throat and refocused on the main reason he was there."Ohh, certainly! Mr. Johnson," Priya also changed her tone upon Rohan's shif
............"In two days, alright. Please make sure to inform me," Rohan stated as he got up from his seat."Yes, I definitely will," Priya replied, also standing up."Until then, Ms. Jensen and Ms. Bauer." Rohan bid them a final farewell before turning to leave the office."Take care, Mr. Johnson!" Both of them returned the farewell, and Priya signaled her secretary, who accompanied Rohan out of the office.Sofia wanted to escort him all the way out of the hotel building, but Rohan stopped her to avoid drawing unnecessary attention.He left promptly, practically hurrying to his car before quickly driving away from the premises."What the hell, I almost messed up my reputation back there!" Rohan exclaimed in frustration."Haaaa!" He exhaled deeply and focused on the road ahead.He recalled that he had kind of agreed to take Jake's siblings shopping with him.Before too long, he reached the Serenity Oaks Residential area and soon arrived at his villa."Hey, Jake and Mia! What have yo
............The man seated on the plush couch was a man from the Dragorin hidden Family, a figure of immense power and influence. His very presence dominated the room, and even someone as powerful as Mord knew he had to show respect.“So, you were sent by Elias Kurovsky? You’re so weak!” the man finally spoke after giving Mord a brief glance. He shook his head in disappointment, his voice carrying a hint of disdain.“Master Dragorin, please don’t worry about my strength. I may be weak, but I’ve built a strong network in these lands. With it, I can help you accomplish your task easily,” Mord replied calmly, despite clenching his fists tightly. His tone was confident, showing no sign of dissatisfaction.Mord had heard from his brother Elias that the Dragorin family was searching for some traitors who had escaped. They needed his information network to track them down, and that knowledge made Mord confident. He sneered inwardly, thinking, *No matter how powerful you are, you still nee
............Ade nodded, a grim expression settling on his face. "Exactly. The Dragorin Hidden Family isn’t known for backing down easily. They’re powerful, and they know it. If it comes to a fight, things could get ugly fast."Rohan leaned back in his chair, his mind racing. The Dragorin family were no ordinary opponents—they were dangerous, cunning, and deeply entrenched in the power struggles of the hidden Martial world. A direct clash with them could lead to consequences far beyond their control."We need to be prepared," Rohan said after a moment, his tone more serious. "If we’re going to confront them, we can’t afford to underestimate their strength. Otherwise, we’ll be the ones to lose.""Agreed," Ade replied, his eyes narrowing as he considered the power of the Dragorin Hidden Family. "We need to gather all the intel we can and be ready for anything. The moment they make a move, we have to be ready to strike without hesitation."Rohan nodded, already thinking through strategi
............"Ehh...really!" Riya and Priya looked at each other with incredulous look, wondering why did they not notice that."You really forgot to look at the report, didn't you!" Sofia Baur look at Riya and Priya with twitch in her temple thinking these two really became spendrifts."About that, Sister Riya. It's about time to call our irresponsible Boss, shouldn't we." Priya said with raising corner of her mouth thinking only option as to how they can solve fund problem."Ahh... Rohan, should we...?" Riya hesitated, unsure of how to express her concerns. If they didn’t have more funds, they wouldn’t be able to complete the upcoming projects."What are you so worried about? Didn't he say before that if we needed more funds, we could just contact him and he'd transfer what we need?" Priya replied, noticing Riya's anxiety. She wasn’t the least bit troubled about calling him. After all, she was just an employee, and there was no harm in asking their boss for financial support.Priya
............"How should I know what those arrogant shits are thinking? I just hope they don't enter Willowbrook City, or I might have to do something about them!" Rohan shrugged, his words turning cold."Hey... hey, Rohan... my man, you should know those arrogant guys aren't just any average men. It's what they have backing them that makes them so arrogant... and we're not in their league to criticize them." Ade looked speechless at Rohan's direct and cold words, even though he agreed. He knew they were nothing special compared to those arrogant piece of shits.As Ade was lost in thought, Rohan was mulling over the information.'How should I handle them? I'm not sure why their activity is getting closer to Willowbrook City. Are they here for the Turner siblings? Even if that possibility is slim, I need to make sure these arrogant guys don't get close to Willowbrook City,' Rohan thought, speculating why the Dragorin Hidden Family decided to send their men to all the neighboring citie
............Ade nodded and sprinted towards the door, while Ravi stood guard to prevent any other gangsters from escaping.The fight was already over except for a few men who came with Hans Schmidt. They stood, looking at Rohan with murderous intent while helping Hans to stand firm.As Ade sprinted through the side door, he followed the sound of hurried footsteps echoing in the dimly lit hallway. Arman Mace's shadow flickered in the distance as he rounded a corner. Ade quickened his pace, feeling like he was chasing a mouse, and a grin formed on his face.Meanwhile, inside the warehouse, Rohan advanced on Hans Schmidt. The remaining gang members, though outnumbered and exhausted, stood protectively around their leader. Rohan's eyes flickered as he thought about how to get information from this trash and dismantle the gang so they could never regroup."You think you can still walk away?" Rohan said, his voice calm but firm. "I've already given you a death sentence, so don't even thi
...... ...... "Like he said, we are not interested. So, care to tell us where your gang leader is?" Ade stepped forward, clearly annoyed, standing in front of Arman. He was not pleased with Arman's attempt to buy time. Even Ravi could see that Arman was just trying to keep them busy with his trash talk. "Fine, you asked for it." Arman, with a disgruntled expression, noticed his phone ringing. Understanding what this meant, he smirked at Rohan and his group. "Get back, Ade. We have a guest who seems to have just arrived!" Rohan, who was keeping a vigilant watch, noticed a few other presences outside the warehouse. Seeing Rohan's warning and vigilant expression, Ade instantly moved back beside him. Arman picked up the phone, his smirk widening into a sinister grin as he answered. "Right on time," he muttered, his eyes never leaving Rohan's. Rohan and Ade exchanged wary glances, both tense and more cautious at the change in Arman Mace's face. The atmosphere inside the warehouse g
............"1...10...30....55... Hmm, there are not that many here. Where might the rest be?" Rohan counted and looked back at Ravi for an answer."They should be patrolling other areas or maybe collecting money from the vendors," Ravi replied after thinking for a moment, checking the time. It was his guess based on the usual activity his team had observed from the gang."Hey, you fuckers, I'm talking to you! Are you ignoring me?" The gangsters who had thrown bottles on the ground glared at Rohan and his group, feeling ignored. Anger flashed across their faces."Crash...!""Fuck it, let's teach them a lesson!" Another group of five stood up, throwing their bottles too. Ten gangsters advanced towards Rohan, Ade, and Ravi."Damn it, they think we're weaklings!" one of the gangsters muttered angrily. Feeling humiliated by Rohan's dismissive attitude, they lunged at him, who was standing at the front."Swiish... Bam! ... Ahhhh...!!""Crash... Thud... Thud...!!"Just as the gangsters lu
............"Thank you again, Mister, and you too. Please, let me show my gratitude sometime if you have the time. Here’s my contact info!" Anshika Kumari bowed and thanked Rohan and Ade once more, offering her phone number to Rohan. She felt that words alone weren't enough to express her gratitude and wanted to invite them to dinner sometime.Although she was poor, she knew how important it was to be thankful after being saved from such a dangerous situation.If Rohan and Ade hadn't arrived when they did, who knows what that gangster might have done to her."It's alright. We'll call you when we have some time. Now off you go. That nice lady will drop you off wherever you need to go. And make sure you don't follow any shady uncles next time, alright?" Rohan smiled gently, noticing the little lady's smile, a stark contrast to her earlier crestfallen expression."Mmm... see you next time, Mister. Farewell for now!" Anshika Kumari nodded and said goodbye to Rohan and Ade before being g
............"Okay...Ms. Kumari, can you tell us how you ended up here? You know this place is very dangerous and filled with gangsters like those guys over there!" Rohan asked the girl pointed at the two pigs lying on the floor, wondering what her story was and what kind of situation led this girl to this dangerous place."I...!" Anshika looked at Rohan's face, hearing his words, unsure where to start explaining her situation that led to her current predicament.She became emotional as she remembered why she followed that portly man despite knowing he had no good intentions.At twenty years old, Anshika’s mother had suddenly been admitted to the hospital due to a stroke. Coming from a poor family of two, both mother and daughter relied heavily on each other, so she was in distress, needing urgent money for her mother's treatment.By chance, she met a portly middle-aged man who offered to pay her mother's hospital bills in exchange for doing something for him. With no other choice, s