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Chapter 120: The Mentor's Advice
"I better call Sir Albert for advice," Lawrence thought the moment his penthouse door closed behind him, the weight of the deal settling on his shoulders.A nagging doubt lingered. Hazel was one of the seven potential matches arranged by his family. Would they be displeased if he seized majority control of her company? Was this crossing a line from strategic partnership into something that looked like a hostile takeover?With that unease, he dialed Albert's number.It was answered on the second ring. "Lawrence. Is there a problem?""No, not a problem, sir. I hope I'm not disturbing you. I just… did something, and I wanted to seek your counsel." Lawrence tried to keep his voice steady."Of course. Go ahead," Albert said. Lawrence could hear the faint sound of a leather chair adjusting.Lawrence took a breath and began recounting his day. He told Albert about visiting the Dragon's Breath Dojo, becoming a disciple to Master Prime, and the humbling foundation training with the teenagers.
Chapter 119: A Worsening Tide
Hazel opened her mouth to respond to Lawrence's stark counter-proposals, her mind racing through the implications of surrendering control versus staged dilution. Before she could form a word, her phone, face-up on the glass table, lit up with a call. The screen showed: Mia - Secretary.A flicker of irritation crossed her face, followed by immediate concern. Mia knew not to interrupt a critical meeting unless it was dire. Oh, she forgot to tell her she was even having a meeting with someone in her house."Excuse me for one moment, this is urgent," Hazel said, her voice tight as she scooped up the phone and walked swiftly to the far window."Talk to me, Mia."Lawrence watched her posture stiffen as she listened. Even from across the room, he saw the color drain from her face. Her free hand clenched into a white-knuckled fist."Yes, I see... When did this happen?" Her voice was a controlled whisper, laced with icy feelings. "The Play Store, App Land and the App Gallery? On the same da
Chapter 118: The Terms
Lawrence stared at her, his mind processing the impossible question. "What do you mean by that?" he asked, his voice a mix of confusion and disbelief. If he'd been drinking anything, he would have choked.Hazel had expected this reaction. She took a deep, steadying breath, squaring her shoulders. The vulnerable moment in the elevator was receding, replaced by the focused posture of a CEO making a pitch. "I know how it sounds. This isn't a casual conversation. Why don't we talk in my apartment? We can discuss the details properly."An invitation to her private penthouse. That, too, was a shock. They were acquaintances at best.But the raw plea in her eyes, buried under layers of professional resolve, told him this was a threshold. Refusing now wouldn't just be rude; it would be closing a door he might need open later, for more reasons than one."Sure," Lawrence nodded, his voice calm. "Let's talk."---Hazel's penthouse was a study in modern, minimalist luxury—all cool tones, floor-
Chapter 117: The Offer in the Elevator
Hazel stared at him for a beat, the sterile elevator light highlighting the shadows under her eyes. Then, to Lawrence's surprise, a brittle, humorless laugh escaped her. "Work?" she echoed, her voice thin with exhaustion. "My work is currently an expert lesson in how to watch something you built for two years get dismantled by a man with deeper pockets and fewer morals."The words tumbled out, unfiltered. She was too tired for corporate decorum, and he was just… Lawrence. The quiet, somewhat mysterious new neighbor maybe a safe audience too.She leaned her head back against the wall, her eyes fixed on the ascending floor numbers as she spoke in a flat, weary monotone. She didn't name Caleb Garfield, but she outlined the battle: the smear campaign based on fabricated data breaches, the bought-and-paid-for whistleblower, the paralyzing legal fees required to fight it, and the chilling silence from allies. It was the condensed, brutal truth of a hostile takeover disguised as a PR cri
Chapter 116: How's Your Work Today?
Around 3:30 PM, Master Prime didn't give Lawrence any special, personalized training. Instead, he instructed him to join the group of teenagers and younger adults being led by the second apprentice brother, Angus. The focus was foundational: stances, balance, and basic weight shifting. It was repetitive, demanding, and humbling. Lawrence’s enhanced agility helped, but his body still protested the unfamiliar postures.By 6 o’clock, sweaty and pleasantly sore, Lawrence said his goodbyes and headed home.He was so focused on the physical sensations of the training and the lingering warmth of the herbal treatment that he hadn't noticed a subtle internal shift. It was only in the back of the taxi, as the city lights began to blur past, that he checked his status.Release Electricity: 9.0 volts.A small, solid increase from 8.5. The training must have stimulated his body’s systems more than he realized, or perhaps that potent herbal medicine had accelerated his bio-electrical recovery. Eith
Chapter 115: Like a Family
Lawrence was completely taken aback by the question. His plan had been simple: pay to be a regular student, learn some basics, and leave. Now, he was being offered a place as a disciple—a position of honor and deep commitment.Without a second thought, Lawrence dropped to one knee and bowed his head. "Disciple greets Master!""Excellent!" Master Prime's face lit up with pure, unguarded joy. The hesitation was gone, replaced by paternal pride."Stupid girl!" he bellowed, not unkindly, toward the back. "I know you're behind that door! Go! Call your three elder brothers!"There was a soft squeak and the sound of light feet scurrying away. Soon, the three disciples filed into the hall, forming a line beside their master.Freya returned, carrying a small tray with a single cup of steaming green tea. She handed it to Lawrence with a solemn expression that didn't quite hide the glint in her eyes.Lawrence, having seen enough kung fu movies to know the rough idea, accepted the cup. He walked
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