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"Machination and Deception"
Author: Yuno
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Before the fencing battle between DK and Halen, DK was driving to Halen's location. However, on the highway, he stopped his car beside a public restroom. Exiting the vehicle, DK began to contemplate, his mind drifting as he analyzed the surroundings.

"At night, Diana and I go to the club," he mused.

As DK walked, his gaze fixed on the restroom, his thoughts continued. "Because of overdrinking, she might end up here while heading home. It'll be filthy and dark at night, and then... she will vanish."

Suddenly, five or six men clad in black suits emerged from the restroom. DK and the men made eye contact, but their attention was drawn to DK's burned palm, piquing their curiosity. They approached him.

One of the men in black suits addressed DK, "Wait, you resemble Aryan."

DK smiled and responded, "Do I look like him?"

-"No, we were just curious," the man replied.

DK replied, "No, I'm not. It seems he used to be your main person."

-"You don't need to know that," another man interjected. "He also had a burn mark on his hand, so we thought he was you. But your face doesn't even remotely resemble his, so sorry."

With that, they turned and walked towards their black cars.

As they left, DK looked shocked. Walking towards his car, a whirlwind of words and thoughts raced through his mind. "Nothing in this game is a coincidence, I thought. But today, how could I forget those things? How could I forget my past?"

Opening his car door and stepping inside, he caught sight of his reflection in the mirror. He shouted aloud, "Ahhh! Am I the villain or the hero trying to script my own story?"

After a while, he started the car and drove onto the highway. His mind continued to churn, pondering, "As we grow, we also abandon our dreams. But after forsaking many, I have just one left to fulfill. Just one."

He pulled up in front of a salon.

Stepping into the salon, DK spotted Tommy and Tinni. As Tommy turned to greet her customer, both she and Tinni were visibly shocked.

In disbelief, Tommy stammered, "Welcome..."

Tinni added, "The fiancé of our queen."

DK chuckled, "Ah-haha, what a coincidence, right? Somehow we meet again. Are you alright, Tommy?"

Tommy replied, "Yeah, totally. What do you need?"

DK answered, "Just a little hair bleach... and I thought you were pregnant, haha."

Tinni interjected, "She doesn't even have a boyfriend, how could she be pregnant?"

DK continued, "I thought you and Boston were dating..."

Tinni retorted, "Really? Same as DK, I thought you were into simps."

Tommy interrupted, "Let's stop this. Let me do my work."

After Tinni's appointment was finished, it was DK's turn. As Tommy worked on DK's hair, he turned to Tinni, "Before, I couldn't get to know either of you. So, Tinni, are you married or anything?"

Tinni laughed, "I'm not as filthy rich as you, officer, so not yet."

DK replied, "Yes, we really need money to make our girl happy, right? Right, Tommy?"

Tommy added, "But Tinni doesn't need that. He charms many girls even without money, I mean those slums girls who do anything at 10 dollar"

Tinni, slightly annoyed, retorted, "Did anybody ask about you?"

DK pointed to Tinni, "That could be your talent. You guys are really cool. Let's hang out again someday soon."

Tommy suggested, "Tinni's birthday is coming up. What do you think, Tinni? Or are you just going to celebrate with your thousands of girlfriends?"

Tinni sighed, "Why do you always want to fight with me?"

DK intervened, "Then Tinni's birthday sounds fun. And Tinni, you don't have to book any resort. My 5-star restaurant is open as my gift to you."

Tinni smirked, "I'm not that poor. I can afford some really nice treats."

Tommy joked, "No, we don't eat cocaine or anything like that."

Tinni retorted, "You f--"

Tommy teased, "Calm down, you're talking in front of a big officer."

DK changed the topic, "When is your birthday, Tinni?"

Tinni replied, "On May 29th."

After a few hours, Tinni and DK found themselves in the parking lot, heading towards their cars. While walking, DK turned to Tinni and said, "Tinni, you know about my restaurant, which is situated in the midst of a busy highway. However, I'm occupied with my office work, so I'm in need of a partner. There won't be any risk if you invest your money in my business... Just a business proposition."

Tinni thought for a moment and chuckled before responding, "It's a bit shocking; almost too good to believe. I'll need some time to consider it."

DK nodded understandingly, "Take your time. It's just that I want my friends to thrive. Haha, let's catch up again on your birthday."

As DK walked away, Tinni kicked his car in frustration, muttering under his breath, "Shh-- freaking sigma jerk."

Meanwhile, as DK drove, he contemplated with clarity, "He'll probably accept it, sooner or later... He's only making a small profit from working with a small drug-dealing gang." He smirked devilishly, "He has no other option."

RISE UP

And seek the glory in your life

RISE UP

And leave the past behind

RISE UP, RISE UP

There's always a rise after a fall

Killing all my enemies, battling through it all

If the battle don't work, I'll go higher than the war

Cutting through flesh to find my glory

In their pieces, I'll re create my story

RISE UP

And reach your destination

RISE UP, RISE UP

Conquer every obstacle in your way

RISE UP

[Many Years Ago]

Inside a luxurious mansion, a beautiful woman was busy preparing breakfast. She called out to her husband and their two children.

Her husband, a handsome man in a dark blue suit named Erik, emerged. The lady, named Habana, said to her husband, "Can you call your son? They don't listen to me."

Erik called out to his son, "Dunter, Den... it's time for breakfast."

A little boy emerged from his room, and Erik went over to him, embracing him and saying, "Dunter, go and have your breakfast. I'll call your brother."

The mother laughed and remarked, "I'm so shy... can't you even tell who your child is? He's Den, not Dunter."

Erik laughed in response, "Really? Oh, sorry. It must be confusing for you too, since they both look so alike. Haha." An awkward laugh followed.

Habana responded, "You just work way too much and don't pay enough attention to your family. I'm worried."

"Machination and Deception"

[Before 24 Hours]

Diana slowly opened her eyes, finding herself in a sliding door van. Her hands were free, but her mouth was taped shut. Peering outside, she realized the van was parked by the ocean, at a location where ships imported and exported goods to other countries. Shocked and scared, Diana noticed that everyone was outside the van except her.

She overheard a man talking on his phone outside the van, and she listened intently.

"Sir, she's ready to be transported. She's the best thing we've ever acquired. We shouldn't kill her. We can make a lot of money from her. And with no owner of the five-star restaurant, the place will shut down, giving you the opportunity to expand your business further."

Diana absorbed every word, but her focus shifted when she noticed the keys were within reach in the front seat of the van. Without hesitation, she moved to the front, grabbed the keys, and started the van. Everyone outside became alert, but Diana ignored them, accelerating the van and making a swift getaway. Along the way, she spotted Haikyu's house nearby and headed there at full speed.

Diana arrived at the house just before DK was to engage in a battle with Halen. She entered and went straight to Haikyu's room, where she found him preparing a gun and bullets. When Haikyu turned around, he was startled to see Diana in such a state.

Though Haikyu was happy to see her, Diana appeared visibly stressed. Haikyu rushed to her and embraced her, showering her with kisses on her face and cheeks.

While Haikyu bombarded her with questions, asking where she had been and if she knew the person involved, Diana, trembling, managed to respond, "I kn-know... It's the CEO of the Kings Company, the one located in front of DK's restaurant."

Haikyu was stunned. "How did you know? DK also told me the same. He's probably already started looking for him."

Diana insisted, "No-no-no, you have to find him before DK does. And what did DK say?"

Haikyu replied, "DK told me that the Kings Company wants his restaurant because it's in a densely populated area. They want to kill the owner to shut down the restaurant."

Diana murmured, "Y-yes, that's true..."

In a burst of fear, Diana shouted, "They wanted me to sell... It's a complete nightmare! I was going to be transported to another country... If DK finds out, they'll go to prison. But Haikyu, I want their bodies, especially that CEO's!"

As Haikyu's hand trembled, Diana reached out and held it firmly. "Babe, are you scared? Can't you do this for me?" she pleaded through her tears. "They wanted me to sell... How could they do that? You know I could have gone to DK's place, but I came to you because I trust you more. Please, don't break that trust... Babe..."

Haikyu shook his head vigorously, his frustration evident as he destroyed a large vase by the door with a shout of frustration. "Yeah! Fucking asses!" He quickly composed himself, fixing his gun and loading it, ready to take revenge on them.

But Diana intervened, placing a hand on his arm. "If you kill them like this, you'll end up in jail... DK will find out, and I don't want that, babe."

Diana hugged him tightly and, with a slight smirk to mask her trembling, said, "I have a plan..."

[On the present-current time]

DK stood in the private restroom of his restaurant, facing the lifeless body of the CEO of the Kings Company. Murmuring to himself, he addressed the deceased, "Finally, my first plan has succeeded... As I promised myself, I would end you before seeking revenge. And now, with your demise, my journey of retribution begins."

Before in Haikyu's room:

While Haikyu set out for revenge, Diana rested on his bed, a smirk playing on her lips. Then, she approached the telephone and dialed Alberto's number. As Alberto answered, Diana inquired, "Did you find anything about my mother from that file?"

Alberto burst into crazed laughter. "Who gave you that file? Hahaha! He played you, and your money was all for nothing. The file contains nothing but information on how to attract girls to bed. Haha!"

Diana's anger flared up, feeling betrayed for the first time. Unable to handle the truth, she clenched her teeth, battling with her inner demons as she screamed in frustration.

Diana, consumed by rage and betrayal, hurled the telephone out of the window, its wire dangling down to the floor below. Meanwhile, in down floor of the house, Haikyu's father was engrossed in a solitary fencing match, unaware of the turmoil unfolding upstairs.

[News]

The news of the CEO of the Kings Company's death at officer DK's restaurant has sent shockwaves through the business world. Despite his wealth and the success of his company, his life seemed to be plagued by misfortune. His passing, attributed to a heart attack, was investigated by the prominent officer, Mr. DK. It's a remarkable coincidence, especially considering a similar incident years ago involving the murder of the CEO's older brother, who had preceded him as the head of the company. However, no culprit was ever found in that case. This time, though, the CEO's death was deemed a natural occurrence—a heart attack.

[News]

'Life can be a blessing or a curse, but his was little fictional.'

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