And Finally ...His eyes had this faint, auburn glow, and a see-through screen popped up in front of him. It was full of numbers, icons, and alerts blinking in a language only he understood.[System Activated]Welcome, Finn Rowe.[Status: You passed the auction trial!][Reward: You have more pull and clout now!][Reward: Mrs. Ashburn noticed you!][Virtual Assistant: Venus, online]A calm, clear voice echoed in his head. “Hi Finn, I’m Venus, your virtual assistant. You aced trial one. Your pull and rep are up. Time for new tasks.”[Current Level: Possible Successor][Stats: Money – 70/100, Pull – 50/100, Awareness – 45/100][Special Skill: Auburn Eyes – Ready to go]Venus went on, “Your Auburn Eyes are live. This means you can see more, spot hidden clues, and quickly figure out the pros and cons of any situation. Use them smart to get through these trials.”[Next Up: Find and shut down four family drug money operations][Goal: Find families secretly dealing drugs and take over their g

Mrs China broke the silence.“Adrian,” she said calmly, but with unmistakable authority. “Do you know exactly who you are talking to?”The question hit the room like a hammer.Before Adrian could respond, Elara stepped forward, her voice tight with anger.“Mrs China, everyone here knows you,” Elara said. “But this man has taken it too far. He has crossed the line.”Finn turned his head slightly toward her, his expression unreadable.“I crossed the line?” Finn asked calmly. “He was the one who proposed the challenge. How exactly have I crossed the line?”His gaze locked onto Adrian.“He challenged me publicly. He lost. Now he is trying to back out at the last minute. After the way he insulted me, how can I let him walk away so easily?”The stepmother scoffed loudly, folding her arms.“And so what?” she said with disdain. “You are just a low class loser who got lucky.”A few people nodded in agreement.“I know him too well,” she continued sharply. “There is no way someone like him can m

The hall had not yet recovered from the shock of Adrian kneeling when Mrs China turned slightly toward Finn.“Mr Rowe,” she asked respectfully, her tone careful and controlled, “how should we handle them.”The question alone sent a wave of fear through the remaining guests.Several businessmen stiffened at once.“This was all a misunderstanding,” one of them said quickly, stepping forward with a forced smile. “We were unaware of your true standing.”Another followed immediately. “Yes, Mr Rowe, we spoke without knowledge. Please do not take our words to heart.”Voices began overlapping.“We meant no offense.”“We were misled.”“Our respect for you is sincere.”They crowded closer, each trying to speak louder than the last, trying to win favor with empty words. Compliments poured out in desperation.“You have incredible composure.”“Your presence alone commands authority.”“A man of your caliber should not lower himself to petty disputes.”Mrs China did not even look at them.Her gaze r

Mrs China stood beside him, arms folded, silent but unyielding. She had observed each of the men’s reactions, watching their composure crumble under Finn’s presence. None of them dared speak as he continued, his voice quiet yet carrying to every corner of the hall.“Do you really believe that your words, your attempts at intimidation, can affect me?” Finn asked, his eyes narrowing slightly. “You are foolish to think that your legacy is stronger than what I am capable of building. Every move you have made, every deal, every alliance, will only serve to strengthen my hand.”Adrian, still seated from being dragged earlier, clenched his fists, muttering under his breath. He could see the fear and respect growing in the eyes of the businessmen, but he refused to believe it. His lips moved as he whispered, “You will never control this city. You will never surpass us.”Finn’s gaze finally swept past Adrian, resting momentarily on each of the young men who had insulted him. “I have no need fo

The hall was thick with tension as the young businessmen continued their snide whispers and muttered insults. Finn Rowe’s presence seemed to ignite their arrogance even further.“This is impossible,” one of the businessmen scoffed, folding his arms. “No one can bring down my company in minutes. We’ve built our fortunes over generations. Who does he think he is?”“He’s just a VIP of the Blackwell Group,” another chimed in, voice dripping with disdain. “He speaks for no one here. He has no power. Certainly not enough to speak for the Grand Sovereign.”Finn’s eyes narrowed slightly as he leaned back in his seat, the corner of his mouth lifting in a faint smile. “Do you really think I need your permission to act? Do you think your pride or your wealth will protect you?”Mrs China stepped forward, her expression stern and commanding. “Enough. You all have underestimated him for too long. Do you wish to continue insulting the Blackwell Group and risk the consequences?”“We are not insulting