The steady hum of a ceiling fan was the loudest sound in the room.
It was a quiet diner and Maximus sat in a table near the window, his coffee cooling in front of him. This was a rare moment of peace after a whirlwind of a week. He pulled out his phone, scrolling through his messages, scanning the responses to the ads he had posted the previous day. The week had been a turning point. After making over $7,000 in seven days, he knew it was time to expand as the system advised— and to do that, he needed help. Running a single truck had nearly tapped him out physically, managing multiple trucks would be more than impossible alone. So, the system pulled through for him again. It had highlighted the qualities to look for in potential employees, which were: adaptability, reliability and the love for good food. He glanced at the stack of printed serving vest sitting to the right beside him. They were simple, with the logo of his mobile kitchen. The logo was also on the trucks he refurbished and the first one he owned, he had done all of that the previous day. He had paid for them yesterday, eager to make his new hire feel like part of something real. The interviews were swift and enlightening. Each candidate had brought something unique to the table, some traits were desired, others were not. The first was a woman in her thirties named Fara. She had a no no nonsense demeanor and years of experience working in different restaurants. She had a sharp wit and it caught Maximus off guard, but her practical nature and experience was valuable to him. Hired. Then there was Diddy, a fresh out of college dropout with a passion for cooking. He had intentionally dropped out of school to pursue a career in the culinary art and this stood out to Maximus. Hired. Finally, there was Lucio, a middle aged man with a calm presence and a background in logistics. He had worked as a delivery driver for years and seemed unflappable, which Maximus appreciated. Hired. Each of them had been recommended by the Investment God System and so far, it hadn't steered him wrong. He scrolled through his notes on each candidate, nodding to himself. Remembering how he'd handed each of them a printed recipe sheet at the end of their interviews. Now, as he sat in the diner, Maximus let out a small sigh of relief. It felt good to have a plan, to feel like he was finally taking control of his life. The diner’s waitress approached his tabe with a jug of liquid in hand. “Need a refill son?” she asked and gestured to his half empty cup. “Yeah, thanks,” Maximus replied, sliding the mug gently towards her. She filled it easily as she stared at him inquisitively. “You seem to be in deep thought,” she said raising an eyebrow. “Just thinking about work… a young man's gotta eat,” Maximus said with a shrug of his shoulders. She took a startled step back. “On a Sunday? that’s rare dedication son.” “You could say that,” he replied, taking a sip of the fresh drink she just poured for him. As the afternoon wore on, Maximus kept going over his plans. Tomorrow would be the start of someething new, not just for him, but for the people he had hired. Already assigned each of them a truck to manage, the system had highlighted the best locations for the trucks to operate, and maximus had spent the better part of the previous day mapping out routes and schedules. It wasn’t just about selling food anymore. It was about expanding his brand and making it a steady business. By the time maximus left the diner and arrived back to his apartment, the sun was beginning to dip below the horizon, casting the streets in a warm golden glow. “Time to make this official,” he mutterd sitting down on his wornout couch. He spent the next hour carefully writing out instructions for each of his new hires, detailing everything from food schedule to customer service. »»»««« On the course of the next few weeks, Maximus and his new employes took the mobile truck business by storm. While he continued to work at Orchard Street Market, the rest of his employess sold at various locations and brought in consistent cash flow into his investment. His brand grew in popularity so much so that his mother and ex girlfriend reached out to reconnect with him but he wouldn’t give them the satisfaction of his attention. He and his employees formed a social media group chat where they would connect and build chemistry between eachother, and that helped the business thrive even further. Even after hiring employees, the physical strain of running one mobile kitchen on his own was still immerse and he still fought through the pain, determined to rebuild his life from the ground up. It had now been a week since he hired his employees and he had just returned from a long day of hardwork and hustle at the Orchard Street Market. He flicked on the light as he stepped into the living room. The sight of the worn out couch and the mess on the coffee table greeted him, but tonight, they didn’t bother him as much as usual. Taking off his shoes, he slumped onto the bed with a sigh. His body ached in places he didn’t know could ache, but the exhaustion felt good. It was the kind of tired that came from a had days work and tangible progress. His brain shuffled through the happenings of the day and immediately after, he summoned the Investment God System. “Come Forth…” ~System Alert~ ~Your XP has reached 100% . Calculating Level…~ Maximus blinked at the notification. “XP?” he muttered to himself. He hadn't heard the system mention this term before. ~CONGRATULATIONS!~ ~You have successfully established the Mobile Kitchen Business Investment. You have gained the LEVEL 1 bonus as your XP reaching 100% progress~ ~CONFIRM to receive bonus~ “Confirm…” Maximus wouldn’t even let the system finish. ~CONGRATULATIONS~ ~You have received $100,000.~ For a brief moment, Maximus stared at the interface dumbfounded. “Bonus?” he murmured, sitting up straight. His phone vibrated, and the balance in his bank account updated before his very eyes. Sure enough there it was a fresh entry of $100,000 sitting in his account. A smile plastered across Maximus’s face. Just several weeks ago, he had been buried under a mountain of debt, and dangling on the egde of despair. And now he had employees, a thriving food business and six figure bonus just sitting in his account, just for doing what the system told him to do. “Haaa!!!!” he couldn’t help but burst out in laughter. “This is insane!!” As if responding to his thoughts, another notification popped up. Ti-ring! ~System Explanation~ ~XP {EXPERIENCE POINTS} measures your progress in fully establishing an investment. Each successful investment generates XP. When you reach 100%, you climb up one level and receive a bonus reward~ ~Important Note!~ ~System enabled investments guarantee success, but they will be limited to physical investments that benefit you directly. Therefore, online investments such as stocks, cryptocurrency, and trading platforms are strictly excluded.~ Maximus nodded his head slowly as he read, “Physical investments only… I understand.” he said to himself. The system pinged in his ears again, distracting him from his thought process. ~New Investment Project Ready!~ ~Objective: Real estate project~ ~Cost: $80,000 ~Estimated ROI: $10,000 per month~ Maximus’s eyesbrows shot up. “Real estate?” he murmured, scrolling through the details. The system outlined a nereby neighborhood with several abandoned properties. Renovating and renting them out would provide a steady income stream, and the upfront cost fell well within his new budget. Of course, he would also have to pay the authorities and agencies for securing it. He leaned back against the headboard, staing at the screen. This project was definitely bigger than the mobile kitchen business and it wasn’t just a step up, it was a gigantic leap. But as exciting as the new project sounded, there was a tingy sense of doubt at the back of his mind. Running a few mobile kitchens was one thing, he could mange cooking and customer service. But real estate? That was a whole new ballgame. “Can I even handle this?” he muttered, rubbing the back of his neck. Ti-ring! ~REMINDER~ ~The Investment God System will assist with all aspects of the investment, host should trust in the process~ “Trust in the process?” Maximus repeated with a scoff of his breathe. “Easier said than done system.”Latest Chapter
Chapter 60
CHAPTER 60>The event hall was absolutely dazzling. A huge chandelier hung above everything, spilling golden glow aacross the polished surface of everything and casting long reflections that shimmered with every movement of the attendants.They hadnt taken no more than two steps before a wave of people swept toward them. Hands reached out, voices called valerie’s name, and flashes from the press exploded from every angle, bathing them in a burst of while light.Valerie was very much used to this and straightened up to be poissed and elegant, retuinign each greeting with her flawless social smile, the kind that looked warm, yet never gave too much away. Maximus on the other hand, stiffened uncomfortably. The bright camera lights felt invasive to him, probing deeper than he would like. His jaw cleched slightly as he gave a polite nod and quietly retreated his steps till he left the spotligh for valerie.A passing server in crisp black and white appeared at his side, offereing a silver t
Chapter 59
CHAPTER 59>The obsidian glided smoothly down the open road, cutting through the city like a blade in the midnight. Inside the Dreamweaver, the atmosphere was thick with the scent of leather, expensive perfume, and pungent, potent unspoken tension that was ever so palpable.Valerie leaned back into the passenger seat, her eyes drifting over the dashboard with the admiration of someone used to luxury but still able to appreciate a beautiful machine.“This car is stunning, Maximus,” she said with a fingers lazily brushing over the center console like she was caressing it. “How much do you want for it? I'll pay you double of whatever you price it.”Maximus glanced at her with a crooked grin, one hand still on the stirring wheel. “I’ll take that as a joke.”She tilted her head toward him, her lips curling into a slow, amused smile. “Of course it’s a joke… it's clear she's very valuable to you.” she said, but the way she looked at him suggested everything about her was a calculated dare.T
Chapter 58
CHAPTER 58>Steam curled in a gentle wave through the air as Maximus stepped out of the bathroom, his broad frame catching in slow, glistering streaks. Beaded droplets of water ran down his ebony black skin like they were awe of the canvas they touched.His wool like hair was still damp, clung to his forehead and curled tighter at the ends, dripping in rhythmic succession on the marble tiles of the bathroom.He had a pink towel on that was barely doing its job, it hung low on his waist and it was more of an afterthought than a means of coverage as he walked towards the mirror.He stood there for a moment, breathing softly as he glared at his reflection. Water continued to glide down his chest, tracing outlines of defined muscle, mapping out weeks of discipline and recent victories. Then he straightened his posture and cleared his throat.“Ahem…!”“Good evening, Miss Valerie…”He reharsed with an outstretched hand and a cheeky eyebrow. Then he frowned, that sounded too stiff and he nee
Chapter 57
The morning sun phased through the towering floor to ceiling glass windows, casting a golden shade across the expansive bedroom. Maximus stirred beneath the milk coloured, silk sheets, the light dancing across his chisled features as his eyes fluttered open.The mansion was silent and peaceful as always in the morning, as it should be. That was the way he liked it, believing that someone who uses his brain a large proportion of the time would very much need quality sleep.He blinked at the analogue clock on his nightstand. Still a lots of hours to kill before attending todays agenda— the event was to be held in the evening. The much-anticipated auction was happening tonight.He reached for his phone, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips as one person came to mind.He dialed the number swiftly.After a few rings, the line picked up.“... hello…” Valerie's voice was groggy, soft, coupled with the sound of warm sheet and bedhead. “My fiancee… very nice of you to wake me up this morn
Chapter 56
Maximus sat deep in the back seat of the taxi, one arm slung over the window edge as he watched the nightlife blur by. The city glowed like a sleeping beast, his reflection in the glass looked tired but thoughtful, haloed in a spectrum of colours hovering across his jawline.“Take me to the Central City impound lot,” he told the driver as the car began to pick up acceleration speed.The driver barely grunted in response, jerking the vehicle with more speed. No small talk needed, no nonsense. Just the way Maximus like it.The silence was a kind of music. The hum of the engine, the distant sirens, the muffled thud of bass leaking from a club they passed— it all came together like a lullaby for the sleepless. He leaned his head back and exhaled softly, closing his eyes for a moment.Dressa morgan.His lips tugged into a faint smile.“Hope she fell right asleep…” he muttered, his voice low. The way she’d handled herself tonight, it was bold and graceful, he was happy to see that there was
Chapter 55
Maximus walked his way into the clubs parking lot.The neon lights from the club’s entrance flickered against the sleek, shabby flooring of the entrance, and he let out a slow breath before stepping out.The night had fully set in now, the streets still lively with people moving from bar to bar, the city pulsing with energy.He adjusted the sleeves of his hoodie, glancing at the club’s entrance before making his way inside.The moment he pushed through the heavy doors, the atmosphere hit him— deep bass vibrating through the floor, laughter spilling from different corners of the room, and bartenders expertly mixing drinks behind a sleek bar lined with expensive bottles.The place was packed, just like always but something felt off.A sharp crash split through the music followed by the unmistakable sound of glass shattering.Heads turned toward the vip section, where the disturbance had erupted.Maximus’s eyes narrowed as he spotted a man standing with a jagged half broken bottle clench
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