Arnold was still busy reviewing a few documents. He turned toward the door when someone spoke. "Come in."A man entered the room, giving a slight bow. "I've come as ordered, sir."Arnold exhaled deeply, straightening some papers. "I hope you've got good news this time.""I'm really sorry, sir, but I have bad news. I still couldn't convince Mr. Sean to serve under you. He slapped me and harshly scolded me."Arnold let out an annoyed grunt, slammed his fist on the table, and stood up from his chair. "Looks like I'll have to speak to him personally. Unfortunately, I'm too busy at the moment."Arnold sneered. "That ungrateful brat! Just because my father spoiled him a little, he thinks he can do whatever he wants, as if I'm not the rightful heir. If he doesn't bow to me soon, he'll be the first I take down."Arnold walked to the window, staring out at the city. He was exhausted from going through document after document, ensuring everything ran smoothly. He knew how lucky he was to have t
The night was getting late, and the city center was getting crowded, with hooligans popping up in several spots. In some alleyways, men were beating hooligans to the ground. Some punks ran away and were almost hit by cars several times. Riots broke out at several points in the city center. Some men continue to approach the crowd of hooligans, asking about the whereabouts of the leaders of the punks who disappeared a few days ago. If they couldn't answer, they were punching bags and had to sleep in the cold night and muddy streets. Sonny, Ling, Lung, and Lex hid in a warehouse. Several loaves of bread were scattered on the floor. They lay on wooden boxes and haystacks, lost in their reverie. Their lives had changed drastically after the group's appearance. Sonny got up from his chair and approached the window, observing the dimly lit outside. He scrambled to hide as some hooligans ran through the rickshaw-strewn streets. Sonny was surprised to hear the chatter of the two hooligans
All the candidates looked ready to listen to the third day's exam directions. Some employees gave each candidate a watch. Paul and several Star Company employees stood before the candidates, smiling. "Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. I'm thrilled to see you today. You performed with great vigor. You have proven that you have the screen to be Star Company's CEO candidate.""I'm sure you've realized the purpose of the two exams you've already passed." Paul smiled. "The third exam will be very different from the first and second."Paul clapped his hands. The trucks immediately entered the gate and lined up neatly behind all the candidates. Philip, Lily, Randy, and the other candidates were shocked and began to wonder. Not long after, fifty uniformed people exited the truck and lined up beside the vehicles. Philip smiled, clenching his fists tightly. "What exactly is Mr. Paul planning? I have to be the best candidate in this test." "I can't for the life of me guess what's going to
The group of cars began to leave the gate, speeding through the forest. Ryan observed his troops departing on the terrace, glancing around for a moment. "I didn't see those masked men today," he said.Ryan grunted in annoyance, entering the car. He opened the window, contacting Ronny. "You and the others should make sure that all members arrive safely, Ronny. You and the others must also report the slightest oddity.""I understand, Dad," Ronny replied as he scanned the shrinking building. He gritted his teeth when he saw a masked man standing on a tree branch. "Damn! I'm still upset about the masked man who fought with Dad. He deliberately gave in so Dad'd be furious."Ronny glanced at Gon, who looked severe with his cell phone. "Why are you so serious just looking at your stupid cell phone, Gon?""One of my subordinates sent a message that those bastards have completely left the various cities. Their Boss named Draco is probably dead. The punks said that our allies defeated him.""O
All the candidates prepared everything to the best of their ability. The customers started to arrive. Some candidates needed to be more comfortable dealing with customers and preparing dishes. Nevertheless, they did their best to make it to the next stage. The opportunity to become the CEO of a Star Company will take work.Time is ticking away. Some candidates were busy with customer arrivals, while others had to work to keep them coming. "Shit!" Philip glanced at a partner who kept making mistakes. "I really picked that garbage wrong! That's definitely going to be a minus point for me in this exam. Star Company tests the extent of my ability to choose the right partner for a task. Besides, customers aren't visiting my food truck, and that's going to be a problem."Philip surveyed the surroundings. "I'm sure the surveillance team has been watching me since earlier. I can't afford to make a mistake."Philip clenched his fists tightly, helping one of his partners clean up the fallen i
The candidates' names were displayed on the screen according to their scores. All the candidates fell silent, watching the screen intently. "Five candidates scored less than the minimum score. They must forfeit in the third stage," Paul said. The five candidates fell silent, staring in disbelief. They looked at each other quizzically, turning to Althon. He had scored higher than the minimum and was through to the next stage. Lily smiled, clenching her fists tightly. "I got first place in the third exam. I really didn't expect this.""Damn!" Philip muttered, gritting his teeth. His eyes radiated anger and resentment. "I came in third place. I lost to Lily and that guy from the Astorald family. I don't accept this."Philip looked down, closing his eyes tightly as he remembered his father. "I made the mistake of choosing a useless partner. Also, I was careless and slow to act when problems arose."Philip glanced at Althon. "That piece of trash still made it to the next stage. His poin
"Enjoy your dinner well. I'll be back to meet you in the courtyard." Paul smiled, leaving the rooftop with his bodyguards. All the candidates bowed as Paul passed them. The shock was still evident on their faces. The candidates stared at each other, wondering what Paul meant. They hurriedly finished their dinner and then left the rooftop to prepare themselves. "Mr. Paul didn't say anything about the fourth exam. I'm sure this vacation is nothing like the vacation I imagined." Lily rushed into the elevator. Philip and Reynald followed close behind, standing next to Lily. "You both look very tense," Philip said, smiling. "And you still seem upset about the results of the third exam, Philip." Reynald laughed. "Come on, Philip. Losing and winning is normal."Philip smiled despite clenching his fists tightly. "Aren't you annoyed that you never come first in any exam, Reynald?""You may be right, Philip. However, I can control myself." Reynald looked at Philip. "I warned you not to te
Althon and some men played beach volleyball. Some women watched from the side of the court, while the other candidates chose to walk on the ocean side. Lily sat not far from the crowd of women, watching the game. "This vacation could be a special test for all the candidates. Mr. Paul wants to see how each candidate relates to the other candidates."Lily watched Althon intently, observing the man who had just scored a point. "As Reynald said, Asghar is probably pretending to be the weakest candidate so that he can see what all the candidates are capable of. Even though he came in last place in two exams, he was able to advance to the fourth stage."Lily clenched her fists tightly. "I can't let my guard down. I must regain first place in the fourth exam.""Hey, didn't Asghar look pretty cool when he was in sports? He looks different now," said a woman in front of Lily.Lily immediately turned to Althon, observing the man intently. "Asghar does look different now."Another woman chimed