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Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 88: Gathering
That evening after discussing with Paulina, I decided to give Stephen a call. Since he was a private detective he was more experienced than us. So he would be the best person to turn to for help in situations like this. The Wade family was already at my heels and I didn't know how to handle the situation. First, I wasn't as wealthy and influential as the Wade family. Heck, most people still didn't know me despite me being the talk on social media. Second, my player level was too low. I was just at level three while a single bodyguard in the Wade family was already at level ten. The difference was as clear as day and night and couldn't be breached in a short amount of time. I didn't even know whether Darwin was the weakest bodyguard the Wade family had and if there were other bodyguards in a very high level than him. I took my phone and gave Stephen a call. For some time he didn't pick but after five times of trying he fin
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 89: Spotlight
The sitting room was silent for some moments as every one of us was embedded in his own thoughts. I couldn't help but wonder how long this silence would last because it was becoming too heavy for me to bear.[YOU STILL HAVE ME]Don't me shout at you, system, I said inwardly so as not to disturb anyone's thoughts. [STOP SAYING WHAT YOU CANNOT DO]The Enigmatic System sent another message but I didn't reply and swiped the holographic screen from my face."From what I know Mr. Wade isn't that simple himself," Stephen finally broke the silence and I was glad he actually did that. I was very emotional and wanted to hug him at that moment but held myself.This my Joker personality is developing into something else, I couldn't help but clench my fists in order to control myself from acting on my impulse. And my impulse was telling me to stand up and give Stephen a big hug."He has Darwin as one of his bodyguards based on my investigations," Stephen continued. "There are a bunch of other bod
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 90: Dangerous Plan
After talking about the Download skill we soon decided to get back to the matter at hand. The Wade family had now made it clear that they are after me so I needed to find a way to get out of this predicament. I was only a level three player and wasn't yet a billionaire so I couldn't match up to Mr. Wade yet. If it had been only Dominic then he wouldn't have been a problem. But now the entire Wade family was involved and I didn't know how to handle it."I think we should do something they least expect us to do," Stephen finally suggested. He was very smart and I give him credit for that despite knowing that he has a crush on my girlfriend. I won't let that affect my judgment in any way."Something like what?" I asked Stephen and waited for his answer.Stephen stood up and folded his hands as he walked from his position casually. I'd watched several mystery movies so I knew that detectives walked this way in them when they were analyzing something or coming out with theories.Paulina st
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 91: Special Mission
After we were done with the plan Stephen stayed behind to have lunch with us. We watched some TV and discussed several topics before he finally took his leave around 5:00pm. He looked very tired as he walked out of the mansion. "He's an introvert," Paulina said. "Socializing drains him out more than anything." "No wonder he needs rest every moment," I replied to her. "Yeah," Paulina nodded. She then asked me, "What plans do you have concerning school?" "I'm glad you asked," I replied with a smile. "I want to overthrow Dominic as the star of the school." "Huh?" Paulina raised her eyebrows. "This is part of your revenge against Dominic?" "Yes," I replied. "I want to make him lose face in all aspects of life. And it's gonna start in school." "Tell me more," Paulina was very interested in the topic. "There's
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 92: Almost Failed
I pushed the door abruptly and ended up destroying it with my immense strength. I then ran very quickly and appeared in the shopping mall. I was very fast that I was literally moving like the wind. When I got into the shopping mall I saw several people lying sprawled on the ground. They all faced down and didn't dare look up as they waved their hands in fear. Five armed robbers were aiming at them with AK-47s while others were stealing money and other valuable things from the people and shopping mall. No one was spared. "This isn't right!" a man suddenly yelled. He wasn't even lying down like the others and had a very bold expression. When I looked at his height I knew that it was the major factor of his boldness. He was very tall and easily reached 6'6 inches. "And who are you to tell us this?" one of the armed robbers asked as he aimed his gun at the man. "Get the f*ck down there or find the hard way
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 93: Making it Up to Me
The next day was Saturday and I didn't have classes. So I was very free to do anything I want without going to school. Well, I wanted to stay at home and rest all day because the past weeks had been hellish for me. I didn't even get a single time to rest with the tasks and missions coming up every now and then. As I lay in bed lazing out I couldn't help but stare at Paulina who was still asleep. She was dressed in a pink nightgown and looked very cute in it. I almost reached out to kiss her but stopped myself from doing that. I didn't want to disturb her peaceful sleep. At that moment I saw a notification screen and almost threw a punch at the incorporeal Enigmatic System. [DAILY TASK: WAKE UP PAULINA WITH A KISS AND DO ONE HUNDRED PUSHUPS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT] [REWARDS: $100,000,000] [PUNISHMENT: LOSE 50% OF YOUR MERIT AND STAMINA FOR 24 HOURS]
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 94: Going On Date
That day there was no mission issued out to me by the Enigmatic System and I was so happy about it. I finally got the rest I was waiting for without having to worry about punishments for not completing missions. After taking our bath, we had our breakfast and sat down to watch TV. It was so romantic that I couldn't help but feel the moment. It was just me and Paulina alone in the big mansion and it felt so good. "Don't you wanna ask me where I lived before you took me into your house?" Paulina asked me as she drew circles on my chest. "Maybe it's because it never occurred to me to ask you about where you came from," I said to her. "That's because the only thing that matters is you." Paulina blushed and slapped me playfully, "You have to stop this way of speaking or I'd have to kick you one day." "Ah," I smiled warmly. "But it's romantic, isn't it?"
Jason and the Enigmatic System Chapter 95: Meeting Him Again
That evening I was dressed in a black Italian suit which made me look very dignified and aloof. I'd always wanted this moment to look like Darwin and here was my chance to go at it! My black glittering leather shoes made my outfit more gallant and beautiful that I couldn't help but fall in love with my reflection on the mirror. "Are you not done yet?" I asked Paulina who was still lying in bed doing nothing. "You've been lying down there for a long period of time now." I couldn't help but feel that she didn't want to go on a date with me again. Maybe it was because of my outfit or something else and I was beginning to feel bad about it. [WHY DO YOU HAVE SUCH A LOW SELF ESTEEM?] The notification screen came up and this time I wasn't embarrassed with the Enigmatic System anymore. I couldn't help but nod and reply, "Because I'm not good enough." I hoped that the Eni
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Epilogue
The last ten months with Paulina have been incredible, way beyond what I ever imagined. Every day feels like a new adventure, and even our quiet times are filled with happiness.Still, I can’t help but worry about the Enigmatic System being gone and whether I played a part in that. It was the reason I got to where I am now, and I feel a real connection to it. It’s tough knowing I couldn’t help it, but can a system really be more than just a bunch of codes?I’m not the only one feeling this way; the whole team is mourning the loss since their systems shut down around the same time. No matter how cutting-edge our tech is, it just can’t match the unique intelligence of the system.As I sat in the living room, I opened up to Paulina, who was snuggled up next to me, really listening."I can’t shake this feeling, Paulina," I confessed. "I know it sounds odd, but it feels like I’ve lost a piece of myself. You get it; you were part of it too."She gave my arm a comforting squeeze. "I totally
Chapter 221: Perfect Proposal
After we got ready, we strolled hand in hand, with Paulina playfully urging me to spill the beans, but I just couldn’t do it. It was a surprise, and I wanted to keep it that way. We left the VIP room, and a staff member gave me a knowing look before leading us down a hidden hallway. Paulina’s eyes were wide with curiosity as we moved away from the usual crowd. At the end of the corridor, we passed through a sleek, unmarked door that opened up to a private elevator.Paulina squeezed my hand, her eyebrows shooting up in excitement. “Jason, what’s happening? This feels like something out of a movie!”I just smiled and stayed quiet, relishing the suspense that was making her even more curious. As the elevator doors closed, I could feel her gaze on me, searching for hints I wasn’t ready to give away.When the doors finally opened, we stepped out onto the rooftop, and there it was—a stunning black helicopter waiting for us, its blades shimmering in the sunlight, with the pilot already on st
Chapter 220: How Much She Meant To Me
As Paulina rested peacefully on the bed, her sleeping face looked even more beautiful than I always knew. In the luxurious VIP suite, surrounded by plush decor and soft lighting, I felt a strange blend of tranquility and anxiety. I wandered over to the mirrored table where the ring I had bought on credit from that Enigmatic System sparkled softly in the glow. Holding it up, I couldn’t help but admire its detailed craftsmanship. The ring was so shiny and seemed transparent, capable of absorbing light. The several beautiful and unfamiliar stones around it made it more beautiful. My eyes sparkled with admiration, but the silence from the Enigmatic System was palpable and a bit unsettling. Not a single word or sound all day, which felt odd. Was it giving me space because I was with Paulina and it understood my plight? Or had my time with it somehow made it feel... more human? That thought left me feeling both intrigued and cautious.I shook off those thoughts; there were more urgent iss
Chapter 219: A Night to Remember
The restaurant buzzed with energy as we arrived. Soft ambient lights wrapped around us, and the rich aroma of gourmet dishes filled the air. As we walked in, I could feel the gaze of other diners on us, and I welcomed it. This was my moment—a chance to reveal the man I had become.“Welcome back, Mr. Lewis!” The hostess greeted me with a warm smile. “Your usual table?”“Yes, please,” I replied, glancing at Paulina. She looked radiant in her elegant dress, her beauty captivating. I felt a surge of pride to be with someone as remarkable as her.er.We were guided to a cozy corner table adorned with fresh flowers and flickering candles. As we settled in, I couldn’t help but admire Paulina. “You look stunning tonight,” I said, reaching across the table to take her hand.“Thank you, Jason. You look charming too,” she replied, her smile lighting up the dim room. “I love this new confidence in you—it’s inspiring.”“Confidence comes with knowing my true worth,” I replied, feeling a surge of emp
Chapter 218: Confrontation
The tension in the boutique thickened as I faced every John and the woman employee. My coronary heart raced, no longer out of worry but from the boiling anger that surged through me. Here I grow to be a modified guy who has risen from the depths of despair, and those two have been the reason for dragging me back down. "Listen right here," I commenced out, my voice steady but laced with authority. "You haven't any idea who you're talking to. I may have been the underdog, however I’m no longer that character. I will no longer stand idly with the useful resource of while you belittle me or my female friend."John laughed, a mocking sound that echoed through the boutique. “Oh, what are you going to do? Throw a tantrum? You do not scare me, you little peasant. You have to be thankful that a person like her even seems your way.”Paulina had subsequently discovered the commotion. She strode over, her expression moving from interest to venture. “What’s going on right here?” she demanded, eyes
Chapter 217: Proposal
After picking the case up I tucked it away in my pocket and it to the sitting room. I saw Paulina in the sitting room pacing about. Obviously, she was a bit nervous about the date she was going to have with me. At this moment she didn't look like the bold and confident woman I used to know."Sorry for keeping you waiting," I said with an apologetic smile. "I had to do something.""I know," Paulina flashed a smile at me. She actually understood I could suddenly become busy at times because I was a player."So let's go shopping," I said as I grabbed her right hand and led her out of the sitting room. We got into my expensive Mercedes Benz and drove away.I decided to stop at a five-star boutique and get some new clothes and jewelries which we were going to wear tonight for our date. I'd already set up everything except for the clothes.As expected the boutique premise was already filled with so many flashy cars. Many wealthy people usually came to buy their wears from this boutique. It
Chapter 216: Buying on Credit
After some moments of silence, the Enigmatic System finally spoke. His voice was no longer sad and it had resumed the usual emotionlessness.[I HAVE A RING WHICH MATCHES YOUR DESCRIPTION BUT IT IS REALLY COSTLY]"Costly?" I couldn't help but raise my eyebrows. "How costly?"[IT IS 5,000 POINTS]"Huh?" I was surprised after hearing that. The Enigmatic System usually made use of coins but now it had switched to points. What was really happening?I had only come across the term, 'points', from Stephen Wale. Back then I'd asked him why he wasn't wealthy and he had told me that his system uses points instead of coins. I'd come across other players and they were not as wealthy as I was. This was because their systems made use of points which could not be converted to real money like the virtual coins the Enigmatic System made use of.[WELL, THERE IS THIS NEW POLICY THAT BANS SYSTEMS FROM USING COINS. WE CAN ALL ONLY USE POINTS FROM NOW ON]"So that's another reason you were punished by that
Chapter 215: The Enigmatic System's Plight
After asking the Enigmatic System about the ring it suddenly fell silent for some moments. I didn't know why it didn't respond to me as usual and it bothered me. I even began thinking that something bad had really happened to the Enigmatic System. Maybe the Creator System which had the consciousness of the systems' creator had decided to place a restriction on the Enigmatic System for behaving more and more like a human instead of the system it was expected to be.I'd watched a cyberpunk movie and there was this artificial intelligence which evolved beyond how it was created. It started becoming more and more like a human being, alarming the creators. In order to prevent the artificial intelligence from gaining sentience and toppling the authority of humans, they decided to destroy it. The artificial intelligence fought a good battle but it could not outmatch humans. With regrets, it parted with the woman it loved as it was shut down by the scientists who created it. They later had th
Chapter 214: Blissful Plan
After the lunch, Stephen announced that he was leaving. He had so many things to catch up on and there was no more time. Nudging his glasses he turned around to leave."Take care, Steve," Paulina said, causing him to turn back slightly. There was a complicated emotion in Stephen's eyes, something I had never seen before."Sure," he nodded and turned to look at me. I could tell that he was asking me not to mention what he had told me earlier to Paulina.I nodded slowly as I said, "Take care, Stephen. You can come up with several contingency plans during your free time.""Believe me," Stephen wasn't smiling. "I already have a contingency plan for every scenario.""Do not slack off in your training," I said."I will come often to spar with you," Stephen said. "Get stronger than me so that you can push me beyond my limit."I smiled as I secretly clenched my fists tightly, "Don't worry. I'll become so strong that you'd be crushed by my gaze."And that was the truth. I wasn't just bluffing
