A few days later, Mr Richmond was seated in his office, watching a hologram that showed how his production staffs were developing a Quantum Computing Algorithm.
These were algorithms that could harness the power of quantum computing to solve complex problems, such as optimizing supply chains, financial modeling, or advanced data encryption. In a few minutes, Mr Richmond leaned back in his leather chair, his eyes narrowed as he focused on the hologram infront of him. With a deep breath, he raised his his hand to his forehead, where the synapticore mark began to pulse. As his fingers made contact, the mark ignited a blue light, bathing the room it's glow. The energy from the mark surged through him, connecting his thoughts with the intricate workings of the Quantum Computing Algorithms his team was developing. As the connection solidified, the hologram began to shift, displaying complex data streams and projections. With the aid of the Synapticore force, his mind raced through the possibilities, instantly calculating the potential impacts of these algorithms. The algorithms ability to optimize supply chain, enhance financial modeling and revolutionize data encryption became clear. The synapticore force which was now active, became an advanced computational enhancer, and it allowed Mr Richmond to foresee the financial benefits these advancements would bring. With the light becoming brighter and sharper, the blue light pulsed brightly, feeling the room with an ethereal glow. Almost immediately, a voice began to speak in his mind. It was calm, yet powerful—this was the full manifestation of the Synapticore force. "In a few moments, the numbers would be revealed to you." The voice had intoned. The projections began to materialize in his mind's eye. They were vivid, understandable and undeniable. "In the first year, the Quantum Computing Algorithm could generate fifty million dollars Mr Richmond. It would aid increased efficiency, there would be reduced costs, and your supply chains would be optimized to perfection." "In the second year, one hundred and twenty million could be generated. By this time, your algorithms must have taken root in the financial sector, and if everything is put in place, their predictive power would be unmatched." In the third year, a gross profit of two hundred and fifty million would be made. By this time your company's security systems would now reign supreme, drawing the most elite clients to your doorstep." "In the fourth year, half a billion would be made. By this time, the algorithms, now coveted by others, would be licensed out, and a new river of revenue would begin to flow steadily." "Now in the fifth year sir Richmond, you must have made up to one billion dollars, and at this point you stand at the pinnacle of greatness, your company would become a titan in quantum computing technology." The voice paused, letting the weight of the numbers sink in. "One point nine two billion dollars over five years, Richmond," it concluded, the tone was both proud and expectant. "This is the power of the Synapticore Force within you, guiding your path to unparalleled success." As the voice faded, the light from the synapticore mark dimmed, leaving Mr. Richmond with a profound sense of satisfaction. He was glad due to the fact that the prediction of the synapticore force was that which hinted at a future which was a golden one. Mr Richmond allowed a rare smile to cross his face. The brilliance of the sky blue light reflected his satisfaction. As the mark dimmed and as the hologram returned to it's original display he leaned back, visibly satisfied upon knowing that his company was on the brink of a technological revolution that would secure the dominance of his family name and bring unprecedented monetary benefits. However, the feeling of satisfaction didn't last long because his production manager Mr Hilary Sawyers rushed into his office. "Good morning Mr Richmond." Mr Richmond frowned. "Why do you barge into my office like an ignoramus of cooperate hierarchy?" He snapped. "Why are you panting, and why do you look as if you were chased by a lion?" He asked after observing Mr Hilary's countenance. "There…there is an emergency Mr Richmond, I mean bad news. It is very very bad news." Mr Richmond's heart skipped a beat. "What bad news?" "Our regular supply of iron and aluminum has been cut off." There was worry on Mr Hilary's face. "What do you mean?" Mr Richmond looked confused. "Sir Richmond, we were expecting two thousand tons of iron and aluminum which were due for last week, unfortunately there have been no signs of the shipment ever since." "Have you called the suppliers?" "We haven't received any information from the suppliers." "Then make the call to them, reach out to them and not to come in here getting all worried and afraid." He directed. "Infact I am going to call the head of the information department to put a call across this minute." Immediately, Mr Richmond reached out for his telephone. "Hello Mr Gibson." "Hello sir Richmond." "Hope you are at work?" "Yes sir, I am right here at the information department." He replied with all manner of respect. "Good. Mr Gibson, are you aware that the shipment that was meant to deliver The regular two thousand tons of iron and aluminum has not reached us yet?" Mr Richmond asked. "Oh yes sir Richmond, it is very surprising to me." "Okay cut off all talk and put a call across to them." Mr Richmond ordered. "Alright Sir Richmond, I will see what I can do." "I need the feedback shortly okay?" "Yes boss." Mr Richmond hanged up the call. However, after a few minutes, a call came in. "It was Mr Gibson." "Hello Mr Gibson, what is the feedback." "Sir Richmond, there is a big problem." Mr Gibson sounded worried. "What is it?" Mr Richmond furrowed his eyebrows. "I have checked all our communication analytics and systems, we have no trace of communication with this people." Mr Richmond was shocked and confused. "What does that mean?" "We have been dealing with people we no nothing about." "Come on Mrs Gibson, be clear and specific in your speech!" Mr Richmond bellowed. "I will not be able to the reason why their shipment is not here because we have no single information about them. We cannot contact them sir." Mr Richmond's heart raced upon the shocking revelation. "Oh good lord!" Mr Hilary sighed. "At least seven hundred tons of aluminum was needed for the completion of the physical construction and operation of the quantum computing hardware, which in turn is necessary for running and completing quantum computing algorithms." "So does that mean that the algorithms would ineffective without these seven hundred tons of aluminum?" Mr Richmond was uncomfortably curious. "I am afraid so sir." That reply nearly knocked the wind out of Mr Richmond.Marvin walked through the entrance of the company building to the reception. Upon reaching where the receptionist was and upon sighting him, her eyes were wide out of shock. "Good morning Master Marvin." She greeted. "Good morning Mrs Flora, how is everything?" "Everything is fine. How about you?" "I am good." Replied Romeo. "So sorry about what happened to you, I on you must be going through a lot right now." "I know Mrs Flora, but what would I do, my father has made his decision." Marvin shrugged his shoulders. "You know I really wish you had the synapticore force within you, you surely would have been a great leader." She was aware of how hardworking and passionate Marvin was during his time at the company. "Well, I don't have it." "About your wife…" "No Mrs Flora, don't go there, I don't wish to remember anything about Martha Arceneaux." Marvin interrupted. "I am sorry about that master Marvin, but what I really wanted to say, is that I have a niece that you c
Marvin's words hung in the air, and the mood in the room shifted. David who had been so confident, now looked a bit nervous.Marvin's smile grew, but there was no kindness in it.Marvin calmly pulled out his phone and started making calls. David watched him, confused and nervous, not knowing what Marvin was about to do.Marvin dialled the first number, and he spoke confidently into the phone."Hello, Mr. Charles Williams?""Hello Master Marvin, how are you?""I am fine Mr. Charles.""So what is it?" Mr Charles asked."Um Mr. Charles Williams, I just wanted to let you know that I am no longer working at Richmond Tech group. I think you should take your investments out of the company right away.""Marvin, this is sudden. Why are you leaving Richmond Tech Group? Did something happen?" The voice at the background sounded surprise."Let's just say that there has been a shift in the company's direction that I can no longer align with. It is a strategic decision on my part, Mr. Williams. I b
Marvin and his mother had relocated to Mr Fredrick's family home after they were sent parking from the Richmond estate.At the moment, he and his mom had nothing but a few thousand dollars in the bank, however Mrs Richmond's hopes were on the final court order to make sure that Mr Richmond had paid the hundred thousand dollars pre nuptial agreement.Now that all that was not forthcoming, both Marvin and his mother were totally dependant on Mr Fredrick and his wife who was a nurse. To keep himself busy, Marvin worked at Mr Fredrick's restaurant as a dishwasher. He had been working in the restaurant for two weeks now, but today was going to be very different.Marvin was done washing the first set of plates that morning and stepped out to get breakfast of toasted bread and some cheeseburger when he bumped into Braun Velcan. "Hey, who do we have here?" Said a surprised Braun Velcan."Good day old friend, longtime no see, how are you?" Marvin greeted with a smile, stretching his hand ou
After a journey of about fifteen minutes, Marvin arrived the corporate walls off Diamond Bank. At once, he alighted from the cab he boarded. Due to the impromptu call from the general manager of Diamond Bank, Marvin did not bother to change his drenched clothes. He didn't even bother to check himself as he was still clothed with his apron.After paying the taxi fare, Marvin immediately rushed into the bank. While he was at the protocol room, people looked at him with condescension and surprise.As Marvin stood in the protocol room, he could feel all eyes on him. His drenched clothes and apron made him to stand out among the neatly dressed customers waiting in the line.Within a few seconds, whispers and soft chuckles began to fill the room.A middle aged woman with a sharp nose and bright red lipstick leaned over to her friend and whispered loudly enough for Marvin to hear. "Is he the new janitor or something?"Her friend, a man with a thick mustache and a briefcase clutched tightl
Mr Benney the general manager walked straight to where Marvin was standing and shaked him. He was shocked at Marvin's appearance, but at the moment, what clouded his mind was the deal he wanted to get over the line with the person that intended to purchase the massive shares that Marvin owned."Hello Mr Marvin, you are here, we have been waiting for you." There was some level of concern in Mr Benney's voice. "Like I told you earlier on Mr Benney, one of your bankers here disregarded me, just because I had appeared in this manner." Marvin's tone was sharp, as there was a level of anger in his voice."Which of the bankers here disregarded you Mr Marvin?""This woman right here." Marvin pointed at the banker who had been awestruck ever since the Mr Benney spoke to Marvin with respect."This one?""Yes Mr Benney.""SLAP!"Mr Benney's backhand landed on the disdainful banker's cheek, causing it to redden at once."Are you crazy?" He snapped. "Like seriously, you had the guts to mock Mr
Braun was shocked and confused at the same time. He tried to think of the reason why a loser like Marvin would be in an executive office at this point in time, with this manner of clothing. "What are you doing at this place?" Braun asked. "For goodness sake, you are supposed to be washing dishes, and cleaning up dirt, not in the office of the general manager of Diamond Bank." Marvin didn't respond to Braun's questions, he just walked to the seat beside Braun, sat down and made himself comfortable. "Mr Benney, I came here for serious business and you decided to entertain a dirty looking pig of a fellow who came for a job interview alongside an influential and powerful personality such as myself at the same time? My God, that is an insult of the highest magnitude." Braun looked infuriated and also visibly disgusted at what had panned out. "You have coffee in here?" Marvin asked. "Oh yes, there is coffee." "Alright, let me have some of it." Marvin requested. Without any hes
"This cannot be right; it makes no sense at all." Braun Velcan finally muttered."What doesn't make sense?" Mr. Benney asked."This…him…how did he…I mean he is a loser…a nobody." Braun struggled to say."Just take a look at how he appeared, in soaked clothes, with a stained apron." Braun regarded Marvin with contempt."Mr Velcan, I would advise that you stop your disdainful tone towards Mr Marvin, because it would not take us anywhere and, it is bad for business." "No, leave him him alone." Said Marvin. "Let him keep up his trash talk, he would still be the same person that is going to ask me how much I am willing to sell my shares." Marvin let out a soft chuckle.Braun Velcan's face flushed with anger. He couldn't stand Marvin's arrogance.With a clenched jaw, he glanced down at the tattoo on his left arm—a dark, swirling mark that glimmered with a faint blue light.Slowly, he raised his arm, and the tattoo began to glow brighter, twisting like a live snake around his skin.Time see
Marvin shrugged, still smiling. "It's a fair price befitting your aura of arrogance and unecessary pride. And also for the fact that I own shares in a prestigious bank like Diamond Bank.""What do you mean by saying that twenty billion dollars for seventy five percent shares of Diamond Bank is a fair price befitting my aura of arrogance and pride?" Braun furrowed his brow as he spoke."You see Braun Velcan, even with my tragic fall from grace and for the fact that I had nothing, I was willing to sell my shares for five billion dollars, but after your arrogant behavior, derogatory remarks and of course after drenching my clothes with red wine, I say twenty billion dollars, and I am sorry my friend, no room for negotiations." Marvin said flatly."No way!" Braun was straight out shocked and angry. "This…this is extortion, this madman is trying to steal from me, there is no way I am having this." Whether you like it or not, you would buy this shares from me Braun Velcan, but let’s not fo