Chugging a bottle of water down his throat, Eren made his way to the speed boat packed some meters away from him.
As soon as he touched the boat, the influx of information about how to drive a speed boat ran through his memories.
Before this moment, Eren had no sailing experience whatsoever. But now his wealth of experience overshadowed that of a sailor who spent decades sailing.
He could feel every part of the boat as an extension of his body. It was simply marvelous.
With an excited roar, Eren started the engine as he went off to New York City, the city that never sleeps.
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In one of the highest-rising buildings in Washington, DC. “Is he dead?” Malcolm asked Hanks in a bid to seek confirmation from him as he swirled the cup in his hands while walking towards the glass walls.
"Yes sir, he was injected with cyanide, shot twice in the heart, and fell off a cliff. He couldn't possibly survive it” Hanks replied.
“What about a body, did you see his dead body, l will not believe it until i see Eren's breathless body in front of me” Malcolm affirmed?
“Malcolm, he's dead, you heard Hanks, cyanide, bullets to the heart, and the roaring force of the sea, he couldn't be any more dead.
Locating his body now won't be easy, his body must have been shredded by the heavy waves or probably lost beneath the sea.
Right now, our priority is convincing the board and the media that he is truly dead so that the transition of power will run smoothly” Audrey said as she stroked Malcolm's face.
“That's why l love you, you are smart like me,” Malcolm said as he planted a kiss on her lips, which Audrey gladly received.
As they continued passionately without even caring about their subordinates watching, finally Audrey broke the kiss when she was feeling out of oxygen.
“Malcolm, let's focus on the topic at hand. We can continue later, we have the whole night to ourselves.” Audrey reminded Malcolm as she saw that he was already sexually aroused.
“Right, that's correct, Hanks finds an unidentified body in the hospital's morgue that has the same bone age as Eren.
If we are going to do some convincing, we need a body, and we have to be sincere in our grief, don't you think?” Malcolm said as he smirked evilly
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“Wow, l am here, New York is beautiful,” Eren said as he looked at the high-rising buildings that littered the streets.
“Mmhm, that's a familiar voice,” he said as he worked towards the beer bar that had a television. [Eren, watching Malcolm and Audrey pretend]
“I am undoubtedly sad that my brother had to die, why!!!! Why did Eren die, he was a selfless brother who was ready to give me anything i wanted to get?
I can't believe this, there was a mistake for sure,” Malcolm said as he knelt beside Eren's coffin, he shed a few more tears that evoked the sympathy of the people beside him as they offered condolences to him.
Audrey also performed her one-woman show, and her tears fell as if they cost no money.
Her black gown was disheveled, and her hair was plain with no accessories, her face with no makeup, and dark circles decorated the base of her eyes.
All in all, she seemed pitiful and made people want to protect her.
“The death of Eren is a pain that will never cease to hurt in my heart. I can't believe l will never see Eren ever again.
Eren doesn't deserve any of this, why did death take away such a pure soul? Why didn't l go instead of him?
Watching Audrey and Malcolm echo each other made Eren laugh. “Ah, why didn't i see such hypocrisy before? Well, revenge is a dish best served cold, l will have my revenge, Malcolm, rest assured it will without fail surely come.” Eren said as he watched the two clowns on the television screen.
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[Fred] Ding!!! Mission alert!
Main mission: save the old man using your
Beginners medical knowledge.
Rewards: 6000BP, 3 lottery chances, a 7 percent increase in all your stats, and 30 shares of Blue Sea Manor.
Punishment: destruction of the system.
Auxiliary mission: find out the identity of the man.
Get into the good books of his granddaughter.
Face-slap the doubting crowd by wowing them.
Rewards: opening of the system's shop and 3 lucky draws to choose any gift from the shop, favorability halo(makes people develop a friendly attraction to you at first glance and makes it easier for you to negotiate with others no matter the gender)
“Shot, my very first mission. I must accomplish them well,” Eren said as he gazed longingly at the rewards promised by the system.
But where am l going to find this grandpa and granddaughter duo so l can reap my earnings?
“Someone help, please call an ambulance, right on cue, " a distressed voice reached Eren's hearing.
The granddaughter is here, Eren smiled as he ran towards the voice, on reaching there, he saw a large crowd was already there but strangely, no one was willing to help.
The rumors of people touching porcelain (a case where an old person fakes an accident and the person who tries to help takes the fall as the person who caused the accident, and it's forced to compensate the old person, simply put old people's scamming)have spread everywhere making people hesitant about helping out with situations like this.
“Get out of my way, Eren said as he weaved his way out of the crowd. The ambulance will be here soon,” Eren said to the beautiful blonde-haired girl currently sobbing on the floor.
“Thank you, Sir," the girl said, but before she could finish, Eren interrupted. He won't make it if they don't come in five minutes but if you give me a chance I can help him until they come.
What!!! Please save my grandpa,” Yuri said as she heard Eren's statement. Please l I am begging you, if you can save my grandpa, the Huo family will be indebted to you.
"Don't worry, l will save your grandpa, Eren said somewhat emotionally.” Seeing her little face filled with tears, Eren decided to save the grandpa because he could save him, not because of a reward.As Eren knelt beside Grandpa Huo, he flicked his hands and beautiful slim silver needles appeared in his hands. Just as the crowd saw it, they began to murmur and doubt his abilities.Crowd 1: Young lady, are you sure you want him to treat your grandpa, l suggest you wait for the medical team. He may be a quack doctor.Crowd 2: Exactly he may complicate issues, he looks too young to know traditional medicine.As such voices sprang up, Yuri began to waver in her decisions. Finally, she gazed at Eren with cold eyes she began “l believe you can save my grandpa, but if you are found to be the cause of my grandpa's death, you will bear serious consequences, do you accept these conditions, if you don't, you're free to back out now”.Eren merely answered by drilling the needles beside Grandp
“She's cute," Eren smirked as she ran away. As Eren turned to leave, the crowd automatically parted in two, providing space for Eren to pass through. Seeing this, Eren sighed “As expected, the crowd always respects the strong, if i screwed up with Mr. Huo's treatment of this group of docile people would have bitten my head off but because l succeeded l enjoy such respect, such a funny belief.” [Ding!!! Compulsory mission save grandpa huo passed, you have received 6000BP,3 lottery chances, 7% increase in all stats, and 30% shares of Blue Manor, making you the second-largest shareholder of Blue Manor estate] [ Ding!!! Auxiliary mission: Get into the good books of Yuri passed. You have successfully opened the system's shop] As soon as Fred finished talking, a high-rising building firmly occupied the deepest parts of Eren's mind. The floors of the building were decked with gold and other precious treasures that would make the world crazy if they were let out. The building stretched
"Manager Zhang" a coquettish voice rang out as Alissa threw herself at the bald greasy man. Manager Zhang and the other staff greeted each other in unison. Deep down, the staff hated and looked down on Alissa, she sold herself to such an old man and worked as she pleased with no manners but no one could do anything to her. Meanwhile, manager Zhang was enjoying every bit of that soft skin rubbing against him as she whined: “Baby, you have to get justice for me, I was trying to advise her to stop giving some clients excess refreshments as there are more clients, but Bella scolded me and threatened to report me to management.” Alissa complained as she squeezed tiny tears from her eyes to make her seem pitiful.Bella:(….)Customers (….) Sales consultant (…) Everyone was simply speechless, this was the life definition of calling black white, the peak of shamelessness. As expected, Manager Zhang fell for her act “Who did it, who is Bella?” Manager Zhang roared. “Sir, it's me, but I
“Sir, this is a welcome gift prepared by other shareholders. It's the number one villa located at the heart of blue sea manor.”“Let's go see this place,” Eren said at once. He needed a house and one fell right in his lap. Mr. David affirmed as he drove Eren to Bayside district, a district for the wealthiest of the wealthy where an inch of land is gold, villa number one is the best villa out of the 40 villas that graced the area.“Mr Eren, this is villa number one,” David said as he pointed towards the distance.What came into view was an enchanting villa that perfectly combined ancient European architecture and the beauty of Chinese tradition. Eren entered through the European-inspired doorway with intricate stone carvings of Greek mythology. The foyer had a mosaic floor and eloquently framed Chinese calligraphy.The villa is divided into 4 gates which are north, south, East, and west with each gate having a total of 6 rooms. The living room and European antiques such as the Loui
“Yuri!” “Eren!” The two people said in unison as they stared at each other. “What are you doing here” Eren asked Yuri “Well, my father sent me here to greet the tycoon who bought villa number one” Yuri replied as she threw back her question “How about you, what are you doing here, he… Don't tell me you are the tycoon's son, wow, l need to not judge by appearance, who could have thought that you had such a rich dad with the way you dressed” Yuri replied to her question looking convinced of her logic as she kept nodding her head.Eren: (…) What the hell is going on in this girl's mind? Uhm, l am not a son, l am the tycoon, Eren scratches the back of his head.“Eh, how, you big bad bully, why didn't you tell me, you were happy seeing me make a fool of myself right?” Yuri hit Eren with her petite fist as anger and shame ran through her.Seeing her cheeks puff like that of a puffer fish, Eren couldn't resist laughing “You, you dare to laugh!!! I hate you, l am never talking to you aga
“Young man, have some tea,” Grandpa Huo said as he poured a rich Chinese herbal tea into Eren's teacup.As Eren made himself comfortable, Grandpa Huo began “Young man, I would like to extend my appreciation to you for saving my life, doctor smith made sure to mention your help to me, l had previously prepared a check to thank you but you're acquiring villa number one shows you do not need money.So i will owe you a favor, for one time, anything you ask of me will be done for you.“Tell me about yourself, l am curious as to what a Chinese military man is doing in New York City or rather America" Eren musedThe smile on Grandpa Huo's face fell as he sized Eren up, “Kid, don't meddle in things above you, you might end up dying without a corpse”“I can't help it, I want to know whether or not l die in the process is for me to worry about” Eren replied, seeing the secretive nature of Grandpa Huo, he was more convinced that his identity was really important and possibly dangerous“I don't
“Let it out, Eren, let's see how it goes.” Grandpa Huo replied in anticipation.Eren picked the next seat close to Grandpa and whispered into his ears as if he didn't want any other person to hear about it. Even though no one was present except the two.“I have resources, connections, and means to help you in your quest for justice. In return, you lend me the strength of the Dragon Head Legion when needed. Let's forge a partnership, Grandpa.” Eren whispered. “How do you think this will work? The Dragon Head Legion has long been in hiding, coming out now will mean great harm to all its members. More so, it has been a forgotten past in my life that I don't wish to reopen. I know I owe my life to you for saving my life, ask for anything else, I will grant it. But this is an impossible task, Eren.” Grandpa Huo replied to Eren as he strolled to his luxurious balcony in disagreement with Eren's proposal.Eren didn't relent, he knew he could convince Grandpa Huo if he pressed harder. He nee
Chapter 12Alliance “Eren wants to sign a partnership deal with me, he wishes to help me fight my long-lost battle in return for the Dragon head Legion whenever he needs it. Do you think it's a good idea? We barely know him, though he saved my life.” Grandpa Huo sought the opinion of his daughter.Yuri, who had already fallen in love with everything about Eren, couldn't wait to give Grandpa Huo to go-ahead to ally with Eren, “This will bring us even closer to each other and more, Eren is a very kind and rich man. He's everything I want in a man.” She muttered to herself.“Grandpa, I think you should consider Eren's proposal and give in to his request, I believe he has the connections and power to help us like he said, considering the way he bravely saved your life back then on our way to the hospital.He gave you the kind of treatment the doctors couldn't give you in years, Grandpa. I believe in him and I strongly agree with his proposal.” Grandpa Huo nodded in agreement with what h
One guard stepped forward. “We caught him breaking into the apartment,” he explained, his words coming out in a rush. “There was a struggle, and then… he was shot.”Eren was worried. He knew that John's death would only complicate their already precarious situation. His death will make it difficult for them to know his exact mission in the building.Malcolm and Audrey received news of the failed mission through one of their allies, who had been present at the scene. At first, they were angry because his mission failed but, at the same time, happy that John had not been caught alive. “How could this have happened? He should have avoided the guards, I thought he was a professional but he ended up failing. This is bull shit!” Malcolm exclaimed, clenching his fists with frustration, while he paced the room with thoughts of retaliation.Audrey's eyes flashed as she considered their options. “We'll need to come up with a new plan,” she said.Their ally, a trusted confidant who had been pre
“Sean, Nina, I've decided,” Eren said as soon as they were all seated in his office. “We're going to charge Malcolm and Audrey with theft of property,” Malcolm said in a meeting with Sean and Nina on how to go about their stolen company.Sean nodded, her eyes reflected on the pain of losing her husband. “I agree, Eren. It's time they face the consequences of their actions. Eren. We can't let them get away with what they've done.” Sean Eren handed them each a copy of the court letter he had prepared. “My lawyers will serve them with this tomorrow,” he said. “It's time to take back what's ours.”Back in Malcolm and Audrey's sitting room, Sarah, their lawyer, seated across from them.“I've reviewed the court letter,” Sarah said with a grave tone. “This will not be easy, but we can fight this.”Malcolm clenched his fists, “What do we need to do?” he asked.Sarah sighed. “The only way we can win this case is if we have the original documents from the company,” she explained. “Without them
Eren sat alone in his office, thinking about Malcolm and Audrey's betrayal for the second time. He realized he had to act fast to reclaim what was his, if not for him, but for Sean and Nina. They need the company now more than ever. Taking the business back from Malcolm will be the best revenge they can get for Fred's sudden death.Lost in thought, he noticed when the door creaked open. He looked up to see Grandpa Huo standing in the doorway. The old man's presence brought a sense of calm to the room, his wise eyes seeming to pierce through Eren's troubled mind.“Eren, my boy,” Grandpa Huo said, “I've heard about what happened with Malcolm and Audrey. It's a tough situation you're in.”Eren nodded. “I won't let them get away with this, Grandpa,” he vowed.“That's the spirit, Eren. But remember, that like you do, Sean and Nina also require you to fight alongside them to get what is theirs. You must also consider what's best for the staff in that company because, from the information I
In one of FAH's office cafeterias, staff members gathered in small groups, their voices low and tense as they discussed the closure of Malcolm's company and the allegations against Malcolm and Audrey.“I heard they got shut down because of some legal trouble,” whispered one employee, her eyes darting around.“Yeah, and I learned Malcolm and Audrey are being accused of stealing the company from Eren and Fred,” another added, her tone filled with disbelief.As the gossip spread like flame, John, who had been keeping a low profile, asked some staff members some strange questions about FAH. He seemed interested in FAH company's operations and its connections, rather than concentrating on his department. He asked questions about the CEO and wanted to have seen off to other staff present there.One loyal staff member, sensing something amiss, informed Eren about John's inquiries. She approached him, her heart pounding with nervousness.“Mr. Eren, I need to talk to you,” she said, her voice
“I don't understand, Detective. Why am I being questioned? What's going on?” Malcolm demanded, with a voice filled with frustration and confusion.The detective leaned forward, his gaze piercing. “Mr. Malcolm, we have reason to believe that you and Ms. Audrey here are involved in some illegal activities regarding your company”Malcolm's heart skipped as Audrey, who was seated beside him, gasped in surprise. “But that's not true! That company is our livelihood, we would do nothing to jeopardize it,” Audrey protested.The detective raised an eyebrow skeptically. “Well, that's not what the evidence suggests. We have received a complaint from Mrs. Sean, stating the you and Ms. Audrey have stolen the company from her husband, Fred, and his friend Eren. She claims that the original documents are not in your possession.”Malcolm was shocked to receive the news. He began to woset how Sean got the balls to challenge him. He tried to make sense of the situation. Sean and Nina, behind this? It c
Audrey took a deep breath. Her fingers were trembling as she dialed John's number. The phone rang once, twice, before John picked up.“John, it's Audrey,” she said, her voice was urgent. “We have a problem. Our investors are pulling out one after the other. Malcolm is worried sick. Have you noticed any of them at FAH?”John's voice came through the line in a calm and collected way. “I have seen none of them, but I can look into it. Do you have any information on which investors to investigate?”Audrey relayed the names of the investors who had pulled out, hoping that John could discover any connections they might have to FAH.“Got it,” John replied. “I'll start digging right away and let you know if I find anything.”Audrey hung up the phone, her mind raced with worry. If their investors were pulling out because of FAH, Malcolm's company could be on the verge of bankruptcy.She rushed to Malcolm's office, finding him pacing back and forth, his face lined with stress.“Malcolm, we need
Malcolm's private investigator, John, stepped into the sleek, modern lobby of FAH's mining headquarters. Dressed in his best suit and armed with a crafted cover story, he was ready to dive into his new role and gather valuable intel for Malcolm and Audrey.John approached the reception desk, where a young woman with a friendly smile greeted him. “Welcome to FAH Mining. How can I assist you today?”“Good morning,” John replied, flashing his most charming smile. “I'm here for an interview for the mining technician position. My name is John Smith.”The receptionist checked her computer and nodded. “Ah, yes, Mr. Smith. Please have a seat, and someone will be with you.”As John settled into a plush chair in the waiting area, he couldn't help but feel an ache of uneasiness. This was it -the first step in his mission to penetrate FAH and discover their secrets.After a few minutes, a man in a sharp suit emerged from the hallway and approached John. “Mr. Smith, I'm Mark, the hiring manager. F
“Eren, you won't believe what I found!” Yuri exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “There's this village in Antarctica called Bagon, and they've got incredible technology that could change everything!”“Tell me more about it, Yuri. What makes this village so special?” Eren leaned in, his interest piqued.Yuri shared her findings, describing how the people of Bagons were isolated but had advanced technology beyond anything they'd ever seen. Eren listened, envisioning the possibilities for FAH.“This could be huge for FAH,” Eren said, excitement clear in his voice. “We need to figure out how to connect with them and learn from their knowledge.”“I'm already working on a plan to contact Bagons. With your help, I know we can do it.” Yuri nodded, feeling grateful for Eren's support.As they discussed, their plans, Grandpa Huo joined them, as he sensed the excitement in the air. The three of them bonded like a family. They celebrated the success of FAH's opening night and shared st
In that fancy conference room in Malcolm's company, the room was filled with tension. Malcolm and his wife Audrey sat at the head of a long table. Various investors, their faces stamped with worry, filled the remaining seats. The place was heavy with anticipation as the meeting started.Mr. Rodriguez, a strict-looking man with a file in hand, spoke up first. “Malcolm, Audrey, we've been hearing disturbing rumors about your business operations. It's been said that you haven't been entirely honest with us.”Malcolm's eyebrow furrowed as he exchanged a worried glance with Audrey. “I assure you, we've always operated with integrity,” he replied, his voice tinged with concern.Mrs. Thompson, a middle-aged woman with a steely gaze, chimed in. “But I heard about the recent news of FAH. It's been making waves in the market, and it seems like our company has been crumbling because of it, and you've been keeping it a secret from us.”Audrey, her hands clasped together, spoke up in defense. “We