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Victor's chuckle grows louder and it's echoing inside the whole warehouse. My instincts are now screaming at me and giving me a warning for a possible danger. Still, I force the expression on my face to remain calm. The tension in the air feels like its crackling and creating a static-like sensation on my skin. But I quickly forget it when the blue holographic screen flashes in my peripheral vision once again.[System Notification: Threat Level Rising. New Dialogue Options Unlocked:Option A: Call out Victor for bluffing and show him a force.Option B: Diffuse the situation using the strategic persuasion from the system.Option C: Ignore Victor's action and execute a contingency escape plan for yourself.]I resist the urge to raise a brow while staring at the screen. Instead, I am trying to keep the neutral expression on my face. My finger is hovering near my wristband. I'm ready to act if things escalate and the system fails to provide me a quick solution."Hah. I have to admit..."
The Son-in-law's Wealth System Chapter 29
The sunlight entering through my thin curtains are so pleasing to look at. It feels warm and gentle in my eyes. I close my eyes and I take a deep breathe and slowly exhales.While sitting at the breakfast table, I am quietly enjoying my newly bought croissant from a bakery near my apartment and the rich aroma of black coffee that I brewed earlier. My phone is now laying face down next to my plate. It keeps buzzing non-stop ever since last night. I keep receiving hundreds of calls and messages but I have no intention to answer any of it right now. In fact, I am quite enjoying it since this is a rare occurrence where my phone is receiving such huge numbers of notifications. This crazy and non-stop activities is more amusing because there is no doubt that Victor's people are mostly the one doing it. They are probably calling and texting me non-stop to clarify whatever results we got last night.I'm pretty sure even Victor is busy investigating how did I managed to have an official doc
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Robert looks at me and he is even more alarmed than earlier. His untouched coffee almost spills on the table when he accidentally hits it as he stares at me with wide eyes."Chandler, don't tell me you're planning to confront Victor again so soon? Y-You should stop there. That's...""Risky?" I calmly cut him off while smiling. "I know that, trust me. But everything is worth achieving comes with risk. You should know that by now." I adjust the collar of my jacket and shows him a grin. "And besides, I'm not confronting Victor today. I'm just making sure he will have no chance to confront us."Robert suddenly groans while rubbing his nape."Ugh... Why do I feel like I'm part of a spy movie now?" Robert asked. "Well, maybe. I am the spy and you are the hacker on my side."But Robert ignores my jokes and continues giving me an advice."Chandler, you've got to be careful. According to my research, Victor is not just some corporate rival. It seems like he has someone powerful backing him
The Son-in-law's Wealth System Chapter 31
The coffee shop I picked is on a quiet street downtown. As I walk inside, I quickly spotted the person I'm meeting today.'Andrew Carter.'He is sitting in a corner booth and hunched over his laptop just like he used to be in college. His hair is streaked with gray strands now. But his eyes are sharp and scanning his screen with the same intensity I remembered.Andrew and I used to be best friends. We are inseparable in the past. I remember the days we spent in the past where our worlds revolved around projects, debates, and late-night brainstorming sessions. But that bond slowly disappeared when Jannica entered the picture. She had driven a wedge between us without even trying. Thinking about it, I can now recall that Andrew used to warn me about Jannica. Andrew said there is something fishy about Jannica although he couldn't say what it was. At that time, I just dismissed it thinking he was just joking. And besides, I was so smitten with Jannica to believe whatever slanderous rema
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Andrew stares at me for a long moment before he lets out a long and frustrated sigh. "Alright. Let's say we'll do that. But why should I help you? What's in it for me?""Closure." I confidently said.That word seems to catch him off guard. Andrew looks at me while studying the expression on my face."Look." I said while taking a deep breathe. "I know I screwed up our friendship in the past. I let Jannica to come between us. I even blindly followed her because I was so smitten with her. And I never tried to fix our friendship. I didn't made an effort at all. It was mostly my fault."I look at Andrew to make sure that he is still listening to my words. "But now, I'm giving you a chance to do what you do best. Help me take Victor down and we will both walk away with something to show for it." I said in a determined voice."You are just doing it because you want something from me." Andrew easily countered me."That's one of the biggest factor why I called you here." I honestly replied.
The Son-in-law's Wealth System Chapter 33
When I finally arrived back at my apartment, I suddenly feel the exhaustion of the day pressing down on me. It wasn't just the conversation I had with Andrew although that had been exhausting in its own right. The real burden is knowing the stakes had just risen exponentially. Victor is not just some petty businessman with a vendetta. He is a force to be reckoned with for a certain reason. And now, I have to play my cards carefully.I also know that Victor is not working alone. He has a person backing him up. I am sure of it because Victor cannot hide his crime this longer if there is no one in the upper echelon supporting him. I am thinking that Victor is just a puppet although he sometimes act like a big shot.Is Victor even aware of it? Maybe not. After knowing his personality, that fool is probably thinking that he is an important pawn for his boss that cannot be disposed. But seeing that Victor is not doing any movements on his side yet despite losing his shares, it seems like h
The Son-in-law's Wealth System Chapter 34
The next morning, I find myself brewing my cup of coffee. It's a ritual I always enjoyed but never seems to savor anymore. Maybe because I got busy with life before. I can still remember that I used to skip my breakfast just to make sure I would not be late with my office shift.The scent of my black coffee wafts through my small apartment. This places becomes a temporary haven for the things happening outside of my apartment. Robert, who stayed the night here because he was scared of the dark alleys in my street, is already up. He is nervously adjusting his glasses and pacing around like an anxious hamster on a wheel.He is acting like this because I showed him my text conversation with Andrew last night. I thought we should strike the iron while it's hot. Because of it, I decided to contact my best buddy again and arranged a meeting with him today. After confirming our meeting, I showed the text to Robert and informed him about it."Relax, Robert." I said while pouring two cups of
The Son-in-law's Wealth System Chapter 35
The next day, the heaviness I felt last night after I saw Hansel Renver has finally disappeared in my chest. To be fair, I didn't regret seeing that person again. Seeing those people who made my life miserable is quite a good motivator for me and my plans.Anyway, I should stop thinking about them in the meantime. It's because today is the day where we will execute our plans. Last night, I received an email from New Leaf Corporation saying there will be a meeting for investors and it's going to be hosted at their headquarters. Since I am now the new owner of the ten percent shares that Victor previously owned, of course I will received their email. For this meeting, I will bring Robert and Andrew to act as my assistants. For today's meeting, I dressed deliberately and choose a well-tailored navy suit that shows confidence and control in other people's eyes."Are you ready?" Robert asked while nervously adjusting his glasses."As ready as I'll ever be. I replied while drinking the co
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The next day, the heaviness I felt last night after I saw Hansel Renver has finally disappeared in my chest. To be fair, I didn't regret seeing that person again. Seeing those people who made my life miserable is quite a good motivator for me and my plans.Anyway, I should stop thinking about them in the meantime. It's because today is the day where we will execute our plans. Last night, I received an email from New Leaf Corporation saying there will be a meeting for investors and it's going to be hosted at their headquarters. Since I am now the new owner of the ten percent shares that Victor previously owned, of course I will received their email. For this meeting, I will bring Robert and Andrew to act as my assistants. For today's meeting, I dressed deliberately and choose a well-tailored navy suit that shows confidence and control in other people's eyes."Are you ready?" Robert asked while nervously adjusting his glasses."As ready as I'll ever be. I replied while drinking the co
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The next morning, I find myself brewing my cup of coffee. It's a ritual I always enjoyed but never seems to savor anymore. Maybe because I got busy with life before. I can still remember that I used to skip my breakfast just to make sure I would not be late with my office shift.The scent of my black coffee wafts through my small apartment. This places becomes a temporary haven for the things happening outside of my apartment. Robert, who stayed the night here because he was scared of the dark alleys in my street, is already up. He is nervously adjusting his glasses and pacing around like an anxious hamster on a wheel.He is acting like this because I showed him my text conversation with Andrew last night. I thought we should strike the iron while it's hot. Because of it, I decided to contact my best buddy again and arranged a meeting with him today. After confirming our meeting, I showed the text to Robert and informed him about it."Relax, Robert." I said while pouring two cups of
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When I finally arrived back at my apartment, I suddenly feel the exhaustion of the day pressing down on me. It wasn't just the conversation I had with Andrew although that had been exhausting in its own right. The real burden is knowing the stakes had just risen exponentially. Victor is not just some petty businessman with a vendetta. He is a force to be reckoned with for a certain reason. And now, I have to play my cards carefully.I also know that Victor is not working alone. He has a person backing him up. I am sure of it because Victor cannot hide his crime this longer if there is no one in the upper echelon supporting him. I am thinking that Victor is just a puppet although he sometimes act like a big shot.Is Victor even aware of it? Maybe not. After knowing his personality, that fool is probably thinking that he is an important pawn for his boss that cannot be disposed. But seeing that Victor is not doing any movements on his side yet despite losing his shares, it seems like h
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Andrew stares at me for a long moment before he lets out a long and frustrated sigh. "Alright. Let's say we'll do that. But why should I help you? What's in it for me?""Closure." I confidently said.That word seems to catch him off guard. Andrew looks at me while studying the expression on my face."Look." I said while taking a deep breathe. "I know I screwed up our friendship in the past. I let Jannica to come between us. I even blindly followed her because I was so smitten with her. And I never tried to fix our friendship. I didn't made an effort at all. It was mostly my fault."I look at Andrew to make sure that he is still listening to my words. "But now, I'm giving you a chance to do what you do best. Help me take Victor down and we will both walk away with something to show for it." I said in a determined voice."You are just doing it because you want something from me." Andrew easily countered me."That's one of the biggest factor why I called you here." I honestly replied.
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The coffee shop I picked is on a quiet street downtown. As I walk inside, I quickly spotted the person I'm meeting today.'Andrew Carter.'He is sitting in a corner booth and hunched over his laptop just like he used to be in college. His hair is streaked with gray strands now. But his eyes are sharp and scanning his screen with the same intensity I remembered.Andrew and I used to be best friends. We are inseparable in the past. I remember the days we spent in the past where our worlds revolved around projects, debates, and late-night brainstorming sessions. But that bond slowly disappeared when Jannica entered the picture. She had driven a wedge between us without even trying. Thinking about it, I can now recall that Andrew used to warn me about Jannica. Andrew said there is something fishy about Jannica although he couldn't say what it was. At that time, I just dismissed it thinking he was just joking. And besides, I was so smitten with Jannica to believe whatever slanderous rema
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Robert looks at me and he is even more alarmed than earlier. His untouched coffee almost spills on the table when he accidentally hits it as he stares at me with wide eyes."Chandler, don't tell me you're planning to confront Victor again so soon? Y-You should stop there. That's...""Risky?" I calmly cut him off while smiling. "I know that, trust me. But everything is worth achieving comes with risk. You should know that by now." I adjust the collar of my jacket and shows him a grin. "And besides, I'm not confronting Victor today. I'm just making sure he will have no chance to confront us."Robert suddenly groans while rubbing his nape."Ugh... Why do I feel like I'm part of a spy movie now?" Robert asked. "Well, maybe. I am the spy and you are the hacker on my side."But Robert ignores my jokes and continues giving me an advice."Chandler, you've got to be careful. According to my research, Victor is not just some corporate rival. It seems like he has someone powerful backing him
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Chapter 29
The sunlight entering through my thin curtains are so pleasing to look at. It feels warm and gentle in my eyes. I close my eyes and I take a deep breathe and slowly exhales.While sitting at the breakfast table, I am quietly enjoying my newly bought croissant from a bakery near my apartment and the rich aroma of black coffee that I brewed earlier. My phone is now laying face down next to my plate. It keeps buzzing non-stop ever since last night. I keep receiving hundreds of calls and messages but I have no intention to answer any of it right now. In fact, I am quite enjoying it since this is a rare occurrence where my phone is receiving such huge numbers of notifications. This crazy and non-stop activities is more amusing because there is no doubt that Victor's people are mostly the one doing it. They are probably calling and texting me non-stop to clarify whatever results we got last night.I'm pretty sure even Victor is busy investigating how did I managed to have an official doc
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Victor's chuckle grows louder and it's echoing inside the whole warehouse. My instincts are now screaming at me and giving me a warning for a possible danger. Still, I force the expression on my face to remain calm. The tension in the air feels like its crackling and creating a static-like sensation on my skin. But I quickly forget it when the blue holographic screen flashes in my peripheral vision once again.[System Notification: Threat Level Rising. New Dialogue Options Unlocked:Option A: Call out Victor for bluffing and show him a force.Option B: Diffuse the situation using the strategic persuasion from the system.Option C: Ignore Victor's action and execute a contingency escape plan for yourself.]I resist the urge to raise a brow while staring at the screen. Instead, I am trying to keep the neutral expression on my face. My finger is hovering near my wristband. I'm ready to act if things escalate and the system fails to provide me a quick solution."Hah. I have to admit..."
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I take a deep breath first so I can think more clearer. There is no turning back now. I open my eyes and feels my fingers twitching slightly as I choose betweeen the options. There is no room for me to hesitate now. [Action Selected: Trigger a distraction to neutralize the threat.]Without breaking eye contact with Victor, I secretly tap a small button on my wristband. This quictly activates the signal on Robert's end so he can make a distraction for me. Soon, a distant explosion can be heard from somewhere outside the warehouse. Victor's head snaps toward the noise with his composure slipping for a slight moment."What the hell is happening?!" he angrily asked. A can also hear the uneasiness in his voice.While they are panicking, I take advantage of the situation and step closer to Victor but not close enough where he can possibly stab me in case he is carrying a knife with him. "It's just my little insurance, Victor. Did you think I would come here without an exit strategy?" I a
