Ethan was startled by the question mostly because he hadn't expected it.The mask he wore at this point had become a part of his daily living with most accepting it as something of a symbol of the icon, Mr. Ghost.Taking a moment to gather his thoughts, Ethan posed a question of his own. “Why do you ask?”“I am merely curious. The last time we met you hadn't worn a mask, so why do you wear one now?”Ethan contemplated his best to answer before calmly remarking. “A means to elicit curiosity from most people that come across me.” “Just that?” Louisa didn't seem convinced.“Indeed. Do you think I wish to obscure my identity?”“Isn't that why you don't use your real name and instead opt for the title, Mr. Ghost.”“Mr. Ghost is not just a title, Miss Goldberg, for indeed, in a sense, I am a ghost,” Ethan remarked as he leaned back in his chair, radiating a strange aura that seemed cold, almost like a corpse.Ethan hadn't forgotten the pain of the bullets penetrating his skull before he pa
Despite meeting him for the first time, none of the stakeholders dared to make a sound as Ethan walked into the room.The oppressive air about him made it difficult to say anything and so, they remained silent, waiting for him to address them.Meanwhile, Ethan took his sit and scanned the faces of everyone present.Once done, he inquired of Francisca. “Is everyone here?”“No, apart from Thompson that you have sent to the penitentiary, there are two more that refused to answer the invitation.”“Alright, freeze their stakes. I don't want to hear those bastards are still making money off of Savour, understood?”“Mn.” Francisca nodded in agreement after which Ethan turned to face the stakeholders once again.His voice taking on a subtle but authoritative tone, Ethan remarked. “I'd like us all to watch a short video before anything else.”None deigned it necessary to offer a rebuttal so they remained silent, waiting for Ethan to speak.This power was indeed quite intoxicating.In any case,
The meeting hall was drenched in silence and for good reason as Francisca had displayed a side that left the stakeholders pondering if she was the same person they knew.None dared to utter a word as they feared she might just be crazy enough to do something to them.Fortunately for them, Francisca had no such thoughts though she relished in the fear they displayed.Once upon a time, she had been forced to kneel as they had the upper hand.Now, it felt good to be the one in charge.Snorting at them, she turned and left the hall to join Ethan who was seated outside.“Done?”“Yes, just as you foresaw, they all sold their shares.”“No one is willing to accept losses in business.”“I am of the same school of thought, boss, however, you made me do it. So you plan on buying all those shares back?”“It's not exactly difficult as it never left my ownership to begin with.”“What?” Francisca got confused.Ethan chuckled. “I wasn't sure you'd be able to act the part properly so I made you think
Madeline went silent as she stared blankly at Ethan, unsure of what to make of what he was saying.She knew her new boss had deep pockets but this… wasn't this a bit much?If Horizon is to be considered a B-grade company, then NeoCo would be considered an A-grade, a whole level above yet Ethan just randomly said that he had bought it. There was the option to think that he was lying but judging from how he spoke, it didn't seem like a lie.“Did you purchase NeoCo, sir?”“I had no choice. Their boss was trying to be smart.”'What kind of excuse is that for buying a whole ass company?’ Madeline nearly freaked out as she stared at Ethan, unable to understand the incredulous words coming out of his mouth.She didn't even know how to respond as she stared dumbly until Ethan glanced at her.“Is there a problem?”“... No, sir.” Madeline shook her head as she turned away.She realized that she might have to get used to watching her boss do the craziest shit and there was no point in freaking
Bill and Mirabel couldn't understand Ethan's words with Anna barely able to keep up.Regardless, the trio accompanied Ethan on a trip to his newly purchased home, Dusk Manor.Neither Bill nor Mirabel could restrain the shock on their faces as they laid eyes on the massive building.It was two times the size of Red Coat's manor with none of the danger the latter held.A gatekeeper was waiting at the gate to receive them, bowing courteously as he greeted Ethan. “Welcome, master.”Ethan acknowledged the greeting after which the gatekeeper opened the gates, ushering them inside.Further gasps escaped the lips of Bill and Mirabel, with Anna also stunned as she hadn't had the chance to take a look at the house's interior.The opulent decorations on display left them wondering if they had accidentally entered the palace of some hidden royalty.But that was hardly the case as on parking at the building entrance, a chauffeur, as well as a butler, and two maids were waiting to receive them. “G
Reginald sat in his study, his expression a complicated one as he delved deep into his thoughts.His contacts had kept him informed of the situation in the business world and of all the things that they had mentioned, one in particular stood out to him.“Ghost,” Reginald muttered softly as he couldn't help but wonder about the true identity of this enigmatic figure.Who was he and where did he come from?... Most importantly, what were his goals?Reginald didn't know why but he felt that it was no coincidence that this nameless man had emerged at this point.His subtle acts, albeit slow and steady, were already priming him for a position at the peak, a position that Reginald dreamt of claiming.He had planned for several years, committing vile crimes all in a bid to ensure that nothing would prevent him from reaching that place.Yet this Ghost had managed to, in a single week, prove himself a threat to watch out for.He had never considered those powerful families a threat as their eye
Ethan walked around the store, marveling at the contents placed on the shelves.Items range from potions to weapons, artifacts, and scrolls.Each one had an amount attached to it with their value measured in coins causing Ethan to thank his stars that he hadn't exchanged all his coins.He still has about 30,000 coins left so he'd have to be wise to avoid wasting it unnecessarily.But first of all, what exactly did he need at the moment?A weapon?... He wasn't exactly keen on engaging in street brawls and even if he ended up embroiled in one, he could take care of himself against most normal folks.Scrolls?... He couldn't be sure what each scroll could contain so it was somewhat like gambling.As for potions, only their names were stated with their effects left to the imagination.Clicking his tongue, Ethan cursed. “Who the hell runs this store anyways?... Couldn't they have at least put up some description for each item?”Just then, a beautiful woman with golden hair appeared before g
Smirking, Ethan turned to face the store owner who was staring at him in utter disbelief.“Impossible.” She muttered with Ethan shooting back.“Oh, I think it's very much possible.” ***The store owner, who revealed her name to be the Elf Queen Vivienne, stood at her position at the reception, still unable to believe that Ethan had won the challenge.“What?” Ethan inquired with a smug look as he noticed her stealing a glance at him.She shook her head. “Nothing.” “Alright, so what's the blessing I will be receiving? Also, where's my gacha box?... Better not have been lying.” “Give me a moment,” Vivienne replied as she let out a sigh.Since she was soundly beaten, she couldn't attempt to cheat Ethan out of his prize.Hence, she approached him where he was seated, carrying a box that resembled a Rubix cube and a leaf.“This is the blessing.” She remarked as she handed over the leaf.Ethan raised a brow, quite skeptical that such an ordinary lead was a conduit for a blessing but then