Maretti and Harris remained seated in their chairs, facing each other across the round table that separated them. The room was dimly lit, casting soft shadows on their faces. Maretti reached for the slender, tall wine glass in front of her, her movements graceful and deliberate. With an elegant touch, she sipped from the edge of the glass, savoring the taste of the wine. The rich aroma filled her senses, adding to the moment's intensity.After a brief pause, she placed the glass back on the table with a gentle motion. Her eyes, sharp and confident, met Harris's as she spoke with unwavering certainty, "Zane Gardner, I'm sure he'll fall right into my trap without a hitch."Harris leaned back in his chair, a smirk playing on his lips. "Yes, of course. I'm certain that foolish man will be easily lured by your beauty," he replied, his tone dripping with sarcasm.Maretti's expression shifted to one of disdain. "Shut up, Harris. I feel disgusted hearing those words come out of your mout
Zane and Lily made their way to the research laboratory room to meet with Cecilia. As they entered the lab, they noticed Cecilia wearing a white lab coat and glasses. Her hair was neatly tied up in a bun, giving her a professional and focused appearance. Seeing Cecilia in her current attire, a flicker of doubt crossed Lily's mind. From what she knew, Cecilia was merely Zane's personal assistant. However, now Zane had employed her to work on a significant project. Despite Zane previously explaining that Cecilia wasn't just an ordinary assistant, Lily had never seen her in action before. The transformation was startling. Lily knew was always efficient and reliable, but seeing her in this new role brought a mix of admiration and skepticism. She wondered if Zane's faith in Cecilia was well-placed. Nonetheless, Lily decided to keep her thoughts to herself, not wanting to offend anyone or cause unnecessary tension."Is Zane really sure this will all work out?" she silently question
Cecilia began to explain the glasses' advantages with infectious enthusiasm, "So, these glasses are equipped with Augmented Reality (AR) and Heads-Up Display (HUD)."She continued, "They provide real-time information, navigation, notifications, and much more right on the lens. Additionally, they support gesture and voice interactions, allowing control through hand movements or voice commands."“This is amazing,” Lily murmured, clearly impressed. Her mind buzzed with possibilities. She looked at Cecilia, curiosity sparking in her eyes, “And what about the audio system, Cecil?”"Yes, these glasses also come with integrated audio. They have Bone Conduction Speakers, which allow us to hear sound without covering our ears. It's ideal for listening to music or taking phone calls. Secondly, there’s a Hidden Microphone for hands-free calls and voice commands,” Cecilia explained, her voice filled with enthusiasm.Zane chimed in, “In addition to that, these glasses also feature connectivity and
While Zane and the others were still in the living room, having just finished their lunch, they found themselves immersed in a lively conversation. The room was filled with laughter and the sound of clinking dishes when suddenly, Zane's phone rang, breaking the warm atmosphere. He quickly checked his phone and saw Emma's name flash on the screen.He didn't hesitate for a moment and answered the call, "Hello, Emma.""Hi, Zane," Emma's voice came through, sounding cheerful yet slightly concerned. "Are we still visiting my dad tomorrow? It seems like you've been really busy lately."Zane's expression softened as he reassured her, "Ah, no worries, Emma. Of course, we are still going tomorrow. I'll pick you up first thing in the morning.""Alright, Zane. That sounds great!" Emma responded, her voice brimming with excitement at the prospect of visiting her father soon.As Zane ended the call, Cecilia, who had been listening, chimed in with a knowing smile, "I'm sure Ms. Emma is really loo
Not long after, Zane and Emma continued their journey. After a few hours of travel, they found themselves on a narrow road. The secluded location of the village meant that the road was not friendly to cars. Zane had to navigate carefully as some parts of the path were narrow and rocky. In several places, clear streams crossed the road, creating a stunning yet challenging landscape that required extra caution.“Emma, are you sure this is the right way?” Zane asked, his voice tinged with concern.Seeing the route becoming increasingly narrow made Emma hesitate for a moment. However, she was confident that this was the correct path; her instincts told her so. She glanced at the address notes she carried and compared them with the signposts along the road. “I’m sure this is the right way, Zane,” she said firmly, her voice filled with determination.“Alright then,” Zane replied, trusting her judgment. Zane also relied on his intuition, sensing that there was no immediate danger. Th
As Zane stepped out of the car, he turned back and opened the door again to speak to Emma. “Emma, if we get into any trouble, you need to lock this car from the inside and stay put. Do you understand?”Emma nodded confidently. “Be careful, Zane.”“Of course, you know I’ll be fine,” Zane replied with a reassuring smile.Standing calmly, Zane watched as a group of five tattooed men surrounded him. One of them sneered, “Hey, look at this. Seems like a city boy lost his way here. Looks like he needs some help, haha.”“Rich people usually rely on their money, not their brains, hahaha,” chimed in another, followed by the others' laughter.Zane knew they had bad intentions. He glanced back at Emma, who was in the car, and gave her a quick wink, signaling her to lock the car immediately.Emma felt her heart pounding, her worry and fear were evident on her face. Despite this, she remained confident that Zane would handle the situation.Zane’s calm demeanor didn’t waver as he faced the men.
Zane still stood firmly in the middle, surrounded by The King's four henchmen. He prepared his fighting stance, ready to take them on.The next two men, though visibly more hesitant, launched their attacks from both the left and right sides. Zane moved with the grace and speed of the wind, deftly blocking the left punch with his forearm and swiftly driving his elbow into the face of the attacker on the right. The impact was powerful, sending the man crashing to the ground.The last man, paralyzed with fear, could only watch in horror as Zane executed a flawless spinning kick, knocking him down with a single, decisive blow. The atmosphere grew increasingly tense and charged with anticipation, yet Zane’s expression remained calm and composed. He looked unfazed, his demeanor exuding confidence and unbothered by the intimidating presence of his opponents.The two attackers who had fallen earlier now rose with renewed determination. They dusted off their clothes and exchanged glances
Zane and Emma stood side by side in front of the house, surrounded by the scent of wildflowers growing abundantly in the spacious yard. The old house looked majestic despite its faded paint and some worn-out wooden parts. Emma gazed at the house with a warm smile, her brown eyes sparkling with hope. “I can’t believe I’m actually here,” she murmured, her voice slightly trembling with emotion. She took a deep breath and then turned to Zane. “Thank you, Zane. This is all because of you,” she added, her voice filled with gratitude.Zane looked to his side, his eyes meeting Emma’s warm and joyful gaze as she admired the old house. “Of course, Emma,” he replied softly.He held Emma’s hand, feeling the warmth in her grip. “Shall we go inside now?” he asked, his voice gentle yet enthusiastic.“Yeah, of course, Zane,” Emma replied with confidence, her eyes shining even brighter. They ascended several steps to reach the terrace of the house, their footsteps echoing softly against the wo