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041 The Business Goddess's Move
Time slipped away unnoticed.The swirling mist grew stronger by the hour. The room, which had initially been just a little chilly, now felt crisp and refreshing. A subtle draft moved around the bed, making the curtains sway softly even though the breeze outside was barely noticeable.At three in the morning, Jaka slowly opened his eyes.In the dark room, his eyes shone far clearer than before. He raised his hand, clenched his fingers, and felt a new reservoir of power coursing through his body.A satisfied smile touched his lips."Finally, level two of the initial phase," he murmured softly.He took a deep breath, then released it slowly."My strength has skyrocketed. Right now, I feel about ten times stronger than before."Jaka stared down at his clenched fist.That satisfaction was short-lived, quickly giving way to caution. He remembered the three thugs at the market. Even with his previous strength, they had fallen in just a few moves. Now, after breaking through, his body was on
040 Ten Million Rupiah
Every time Jaka recalled the sound of that thug's body hitting the ground, a tightness gripped his chest. It wasn't fear of them. He was afraid of himself. When he slammed his opponent down earlier, he had held back. When he struck their stomachs and faces, he hadn't used his full strength either.Even so, look at what happened.If he lost control for even a split second, what would happen then?'This was just the first time,' Jaka thought, drawing a soft breath. 'I won, but I'm still not used to this.'He gazed down the darkening village road. The fading afternoon sun washed over the distant rice paddies, setting the water in the small plots aglow. Usually, the view brought him peace. Today, his mind was racing.The mysterious power he had gained wasn't just a blessing.It was a responsibility.'After going through that, I feel like I need even more strength,' he thought. 'Tonight, I have to train hard. Not just to increase my power, but to control it.'When they arrived home, the f
039 Small-Town Thugs
The moment the words left his mouth, the thug in the black shirt charged.His massive frame moved shockingly fast. In just two wide strides, he was right in front of Jaka. His right fist swung forward, large, heavy, and aimed straight for Jaka’s face. To an ordinary person, the strike was nothing more than a blur. A direct hit to the jaw would easily knock anyone out cold.Susi held her breath.A few vendors nearby let out startled gasps.Yet through Jaka’s eyes, the movement was in slow motion.He could see the thug’s shoulder rise first, his hips twist, and his fist drive forward with everything he had. He could even read the rhythm of the man’s breathing. In that split second, one truth finally clicked for Jaka.The power he possessed wasn't just in his head.His body had truly transformed.Jaka slid his left foot half a step to the side.The heavy fist grazed past his cheek by mere inches, the harsh gust of wind rustling his hair. Before the thug could pull back his arm, Jaka had
038 Pride of the Little Guy
"Sorry, but I don't have a cut to give you."Jaka's voice was calm.In the middle of the winding-down market, those words fell like a pebble onto the surface of still water. Not loud, but enough to shift the atmosphere around them. A few vendors who had been packing up their stalls slowly turned their heads. Some pretended to be busy counting cash, while others immediately lowered their eyes, terrified that even looking would drag them into trouble.The evening breeze carried a mix of damp earth, wilting vegetables, overripe fruit, sweat, and the aroma of fried snacks wafting from the end of the market alley. Near their utility trike, a few empty fruit crates were stacked neatly. The day's stock was completely sold out. Nothing remained except a few plastic wrappers and the lingering sweet scent of fruit.Standing right in front of Jaka, however, three thugs blocked the way."Hmph!"The three snorted almost in unison.One of them, a broad-shouldered man in a faded black T-shirt, til
037 Protection Money
But the peace didn't last.As Jaka and Susi walked down the side street of the market toward where they parked the cargo trike, three burly men emerged from an empty stall. They moved without any rush, yet deliberately positioned themselves to block the path.Jaka stopped in his tracks.All three were massive, their dark skin baked by the sun, with tattoos snaking up their arms and necks. One wore a tight black T-shirt that showed off his broad shoulders. Another chewed on a toothpick, a crooked smirk on his face. The third hung back slightly, his eyes sweeping over Jaka and Susi like a predator sizing up his prey.The atmosphere shifted instantly.A few busy vendors glanced their way, but no one approached. The market crowd knew this kind of trouble. They saw, they heard, and they pretended not to notice to save their own skin.Jaka narrowed his eyes.Behind him, Susi immediately tensed. She grabbed the hem of Jaka's shirt and took a half-step back, using her son as a shield. Her b
036 Magic Fruits
Shortly after, Jaka secured the baskets to the bed of the cargo trike to keep them from jostling during the trip. He crisscrossed the ropes, yanking them tight until the load was perfectly stable. The fruits inside sat safely, neatly arranged in the shallow shade cast by the side panels.Bejo didn't tag along to the market. Aside from needing to prep the fields for plowing, Susi's presence was simply much more vital when it came to sales.The traditional market wasn't too far, but it was already bustling when Jaka and Susi arrived. Haggling echoed from every direction. Vegetable vendors called out to customers with booming voices. Fishmongers fanned their wares to shoo away flies. The scent of chili, shallots, ripe fruit, butchered chicken, and muddy earth mingled into a distinct market aroma you couldn't find anywhere else.Jaka parked the trike in the designated area for small vendors. Susi hopped off immediately, smoothed out her clothes, and scanned the surroundings with sharp e
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