Despite Kalix saying so, in reality, he had no interest in fighting today. However, if the other party desired it, he wouldn’t stop Carl and might even assist him a bit. The hypocrite Bernard intervened, “Don’t fight.” He stood by his friends and apologized on their behalf. Only now did Kalix fully shift his attention to Bernard, his gaze no longer indifferent but investigative.Despite Bernard’s gentle and polite appearance, Kalix knew he wasn’t as simple as he seemed. Considering Bernard’s close friendship with Jaxson, it was clear they both had duplicity in common. Kalix spoke to Bernard, “If your two friends apologize for their harsh words, this issue will be resolved.”“What did you say?! Apologize? Clearly, it’s this girl who’s at fault!” one of the two who spoke harshly retorted. Kalix, focusing on the speaker, didn’t hide the aggression in his eyes. “Don’t want to apologize?” Kalix asked coldly.Not only did the two feel Kalix’s strong aura, but Carl and his friends did too.
Carl’s group consisted of only 5 members, with the addition of Kalix, making a total of 6. However, it was lively and cheerful as everyone had close relationships. Outside campus activities, seniority was forgotten, but it didn’t mean they were completely impolite.“Hey, tomorrow’s a holiday, so we all have to drink until we’re drunk!” Carl enthusiastically banged the table. He poured a glass of beer for himself, then asked others to pour in their glasses too.“I don’t drink,” said Iann.The senior next to him immediately put his arm around his shoulder. “You have to drink too! Look, Kyle is drinking too!”“Yeah, let’s drink, drink!”Feeling their enthusiasm, Kalix followed suit, drinking and talking. There were jokes and laughter among everyone. Although Kalix didn’t speak much, he listened seriously while continuously drinking, only occasionally responding when needed.The atmosphere unconsciously led everyone to drink a lot, and no one remained sober. The only difference was the se
When Kalix woke up the next morning, he found his phone lying on the side of his pillow, turned off due to a lack of battery. As he went about his morning activities, he recalled what had happened. Kalix was the kind of person who seemed calm when drunk and remained rational, but when alone, he became very emotional and easily offended. Even small things could affect his emotions. That’s why he avoided getting drunk, but last night was an accident. Previously, he had never experienced a laid-back evening with friends at university. His life had been too challenging, almost devoid of any peace, so he didn’t have close friends during his college days. “Did I do something weird when I was drunk?” Kalix asked the system. No answer. He thought the system was busy, so he didn’t force an answer. Quietly recalling what happened, some conversations flashed in his mind. Kalix rubbed his sore head from last night’s drinking, it was challenging for him to concentrate now.
As the luxurious and expensive car approached them, Kalix seemed utterly indifferent. After all, he didn’t feel any connection with the owner of the car. His sole purpose for going out today was to visit the pet shop and accompany Eugene.However, in his mind, the system said, “That car is here to pick you up.”Certainly, this surprised Kalix. He inquired the system about the identity of the person and the purpose of their visit.Before the system could respond, the car had already stopped in front of them, blocking Jaxson’s car’s way. Seeing this, Jaxson, who was in a hurry, felt angry. He got out of the car to scold the car’s user but heard words he didn’t expect.He came here only to meet his younger brother as per his mother’s request, he didn’t even anticipate encountering Kalix. However, due to the recent incident at the restaurant, Jaxson wasn’t too surprised that Kalix could afford to stay in this expensive apartment.Unexpectedly, he faced an even more shocking scene.W
Kalix stared at the man with confusion. He knew, of course, that the person before him wasn’t Loric Mananov, the current head of the Mananov family. This fact didn’t surprise him, but he was slightly taken aback by who the person actually was.Snyder Mananov, the fifth son of Loric Mananov, infamous for being useless and playful. Kalix didn’t expect that he would be the one inviting him. It’s not that he disliked Snyder, but it was somewhat unexpected.“It seems you recognize me,” the voice sounded moments after Snyder realized Kalix’s presence. Snyder had concealed his earlier stern demeanor, and his current expression appeared quite casual with his usual mischievous smile.As a 29-year-old man, Kalix certainly understood the man’s intention in displaying firmness initially and then swiftly changing it. This man was two-faced as well, wasn’t he?Kalix entered without hesitation and sat in front of Snyder. His demeanor didn’t show any hesitation, as if he came to meet a friend rather
With the key in his hand and the car in front of him, it’s rare for Kalix to display a helpless expression. He turns his face to the side, observing Snyder, who looks like a wealthy young master with no bright future, useless, and only knows how to spend his parents’ money.It’s a stark contrast to when they spoke privately a few moments ago.“What else? I gave you that car as a friendship gift, go and try it.”Kalix says nothing, remaining silent and staring at Snyder.“Oh, I see. You can’t drive the car. Then I’ll teach you.”“I can,” Kalix responds. “But I don’t know the roads around here.”Snyder nods understandingly. “Okay, let’s go. I’ll accompany you.”Inside the car, it’s just the two of them, so Snyder sheds the useless character of the second-generation rich. He asks Kalix, “You’re smart in investments, why bother playing around in university?”Ignoring the fact that his intelligence and accuracy in investments actually come from experiences in a previous life, Kalix answers
The table reserved by Susan, Eugene’s mother, was by the window overlooking the parking area. As many people would join for dinner, she booked a relatively large table. Julie and Jaxson accompanied her, along with Eugene’s cousin, Sophie.When Kalix’s car entered the restaurant area, Sophie was the first to notice. Being a high school student, she was enthusiastic about nice and expensive things due to her peer influence. Her mouth filled with praise, “Wow, that’s a limited edition car, right?”Susan and Julie turned to where Sophie pointed, expressing their admiration. On the other side, Jaxson was busy with his phone, seemingly uninterested.As Kalix stepped out, Sophie complimented his looks. When Kalix assisted the passenger door, Sophie praised his politeness. Until the woman in the passenger seat emerged, and her face became visible to them.Sophie widened her eyes before showing her excitement. She exclaimed, “That’s Eugene, isn’t it? She came with her friend.”Susan and Julie
“I don’t care whether he’s alive or not, I just know I have only my mother in my life.” As soon as Kalix uttered those words, he noticed Mason’s presence a few steps away from their table. Mason, having heard Kalix’s words to some extent, furrowed his rare brows, but the emotion quickly vanished as he approached everyone. Initially coming to pick up his wife and child while joining the dinner, Mason intentionally arrived late because Mr. Celeste wasn’t with them. However, what he didn’t expect was that his ‘beloved’ son, whom he had forgotten, was also here, sitting at the same table with his wife and child. Mason felt a bit uneasy, but his accustomed poker face showed no signs of being affected. He calmly greeted those present. Kalix had been aware of Mason’s presence from the system alert, so he deliberately added his words, though he knew it wouldn’t greatly affect Mason’s mood. Seeing Mason, Kalix smiled thinly with a hint of mockery in his eyes. Ignoring that, Mason turned to J