The two walked out, just as a maid called that dinner was ready and everyone should come to the dining hall.Emerging from their rooms, they gathered in the living area where a table was lavishly set for dinner. Justin dug in without hesitation, as this was now no different than his own home - no need to stand on ceremony. Madison chatted animatedly with the two young ones, even asking about their recent affairs, clearly angling to push for their marriage.This was understandable, given Mia's former aloofness. Having finally found a man who could thoughtfully care for her without triggering her defenses, Madison was overjoyed with this potential son-in-law. She could hardly wait for them to register their marriage, so she might hold her grandchild in her arms next year.Her words left Mia red-faced with embarrassment. Even Justin, thick-skinned as he was, couldn't help coughing awkwardly.Though Cole Ross overheard all this, his expression remained displeased. He still felt Justin wa
"Oh? You have a plan? Is there really something wrong with that land?" Mia asked."There are some issues, though not major ones. I'll need to examine it in person to know the details. Since you want to go, I'll accompany you tomorrow. And thank you for speaking up for me earlier, darling. Don't worry, your man isn't a pushover. I won't just smile and let someone slap my face. That fraud dares to mock me? Tomorrow I'll make sure he leaves in disgrace, crawling on his knees.""Scoundrel! Who's your darling? Who's your woman? You rogue, always spouting this nonsense at the slightest provocation. I won't bother with you!"With that, Mia stalked off, her face flushed crimson. But Justin grabbed her and pulled her down onto the bed. A wave of masculine aura enveloped her, even causing this formerly icy beauty to lose her composure. Her eyes darted about nervously and her blush deepened."W-What are you doing? Let me go!""What am I doing?" Justin gave a roguish grin and continued, "Dear, we
"What are you doing? Having a fit? Grinning creepily while hiding by yourself? Hurry and think of a solution since you know the problem!" Mia urged."Don't worry darling, I can take down a hundred of these small fries easily. But we did occupy their land, so let me discuss properly with them," Justin replied."System, is there any way for me to understand ghosts and vice versa?""Recommend purchasing Spirit Communication Art, a beginner-level spell to enable seamless communication with ghosts. Like using your native language. Just 10,000 points. Purchase now?" the System prompted.Seeing the low price, Justin grew excited. Was the System's conscience acting up today? This was practically free!With his ongoing projects constantly accruing points, 10,000 was pocket change."No, definitely suspicious. The System must have ulterior motives - it's never so generous. I can't fall for this trap!" Justin thought."System, how shameless, resorting to hidden terms now? Out with it, what's your
He stood and openly addressed the Immaculate Taoist Master:"Master's comprehension of this site's geomancy is truly profound and perspicacious. Please pardon my previous disrespect - I'm humbly in awe."Seeing Justin's capitulation, the Taoist naturally swelled with pride like a victorious rooster. "Well, it's good you youths can admit your mistakes. Mind your actions and words in the future. Know there are always higher heavens and greater men than yourself. But for Miss Ross' face, I'll overlook this incident. Don't offend other adepts - they won't be as kindhearted as I.""Hahaha, Master is indeed magnanimous. Please accept my junior's apologies," Justin fawned."Justin, remember to heed the Master's teachings and act prudently in future," Cole Ross admonished."Yes, but I've heard cultivators can exorcise ghosts and spirits. Never having witnessed a real ghost, could Master display his power and broaden my horizons?" Justin asked innocently.Only Mia noticed the glint of mischief
The child pointed to Justin, and all ghosts fixed their gaze upon him."Fuck, scared me to death," Justin thought, unnerved by the concerted dead stare. This was his first time seeing ghosts, and he didn't know their temperaments. If they went berserk and attacked together, he and everyone else here would be done for."Who are you? Why seek me out?" the scholarly ghost asked politely with a fist salute, taking Justin by surprise. Justin returned the gesture - courtesy demanded courtesy after all. And with the ghost being so polite, he dared not react badly, especially given his fear.As he opened his mouth to speak, he realized his mouthful of dirt was nearly gone. He quickly grabbed more, then addressed the ghosts:"Gentleman ghosts! By seniority, I should call you grandfathers, but as you died young, I'll call you seniors instead! Here's the thing - I've taken a liking to this auspicious fortune site, and want to build a theme park for children's amusement. This would occupy your t
Justin agreed it was reasonable and conveyed it to Cole Ross, who was overjoyed that the ghosts would vacate, saving his investment. He would happily build them a new cemetery elsewhere!Though unable to hear the ghosts, he shouted into the air: "Rest assured, I pledge to treat your remains respectfully. Once excavated, they will be properly reinterred in a new location. Absolutely no desecration!""You all heard that, right? No need to worry, no mistakes will occur. Start packing up and be gone by tonight - we start work tomorrow! No hauntings!" Justin confirmed."Don't worry, we understand. We'll leave immediately," the scholar ghost acknowledged before departing with the mob.With the ghosts' departure, the ominous atmosphere instantly lifted, replaced by a warm breeziness, as if the air itself had risen several degrees. The long obscured sun miraculously broke through the clouds.The abnormal phenomenon signaled the spirits' complete withdrawal. Justin had intended to give them mo
His question gave them all pause. It was true they'd never budgeted for something so advanced and speculative. Estimating the price was no simple matter."To be transparent, our capital is limited presently. But your project seems tremendously promising commercially if achievable. Don't worry about money too much - I can figure something out," Viper assured.Justin just smiled and shook his head at Viper's words."Big brother, I must be blunt - whatever funds you gather will be but a drop in the bucket for this project, completely useless. By my estimates, each car following my designs fully will cost around $90 million USD, nearing $100 million. Can you afford that?"Justin's figure shocked them speechless. They'd imagined $5-6 million at most, not over ten times higher!The price was indeed astronomical. Even if achievable, few would buy at such absurd costs. "Of course, that's for a precise replica per my blueprints. The supersonic car has more than just speed - it incorporates ar
Daring not disobey, Justin scurried to satisfy them, traumatized by his "18 levels of hell" experience. If this was enjoyment with multiple women, it was torture!He desperately wanted to rip the System from his mind and subject it to this ordeal. Agonizing misery!Little did he know the System was secretly laughing at his plight from a mental corner, highly entertained.After meekly fulfilling their demands, the girls finally relaxed. Truthfully, they hadn't been angry at all - just conspired to prank Justin for fun. Mission accomplished, they were elated!But Justin dared not linger in this human purgatory. He fled to old Mr. Rice's for treatment and a game of chess. The old man thrashed him match after match, provoking frustration - was everything against him today for being too handsome?Justin lamented, "No, my looks are innate! How can heaven and man both rage so?"Fortunately, old Mr. Rice eventually released him and Justin fled the manor, rushing straight back to campus. His r