The return of mighty-E and the trillionaire system.

Sandra engagement to Nick.

Chapter 7

Ariana wakes up to a delightful aroma, instantly recognizing Ethan's cooking skills from their dating days.

She joins the others at the table, where Ethan serves breakfast.

"He's the cook now," Ariana comments as she takes her seat.

"That's his role here, do the chores," Mr. Desmond adds.

Nick takes a spoonful of the delicious meal Ethan has prepared and compliments him, "You're an amazing cook, destined for success."

"Thank you for your kind words, enjoy your breakfast," Ethan replies, about to leave but halted by Mr. Desmond's request to stay.

"Water," Max orders, though it's right in front of him; Ethan hands it to him.

"I'm meeting the mighty-E today," Mr. Desmond announces, stunning everyone.

Ethan smirks confidently.

"How can you be so sure? No one's ever seen him," Ariana questions.

"I'm going to the company and offer him something he can't refuse," Mr. Desmond states.

"That's my dad," Nick proudly chimes in.

"What can you offer someone who seemingly has it all?" Ariana wonders aloud.

"People like that have it all, but they always want more," Mr. Desmond explains.

"Ethan, go wash the car," he commands, and Ethan hurriedly obeys before making a phone call.

"Sir."

"The CEO of Gordon Group plans to visit the company, reject any offer he requests."

"Understood, sir," Mr. Jayden replies before the call ends.

Mr. Jayden, the personal assistant to the mysterious Mighty-E, takes care of company matters and makes important calls.

After finishing washing the car, he informs Mr. Desmond, and they decide to head out.

"Okay, let's wash up and go," Mr. Desmond suggests as they finish their meal.

He heads to his small room to prepare for a bath when a knock interrupts him.

"Who's there?" he questions before opening the door to find Ariana standing there.

"Hello... what do you need?" he asks bluntly.

Ariana enters and confronts him, "Can you please leave? Don't you have any sense of pride?"

Ethann responds, "Ariana, what should I do? You were involved in how I ended up in this position."

Ariana pulls out a glistening ring from her bag, the original ring. "Take this and leave."

"You still have it?" Ethan is surprised.

"Take it and leave," she insists, holding it out to him.

He hesitates and declines, "It's useless now. I don't want it, and please leave, I want to have my bath."

*****

They drive to the Mighty-E company, working as a driver to his own workplace—the tallest building in the country.

He instructs Ethan, "Stay here and don't step your stinky leg in that office."

He complies and waits in the car.

Something bothers Ethan, the contact he got from Sandra, the receptionist girl isn't working, and she's nowhere to be found. Worried, he mutters to himself, "I hope nothing's wrong with her."

Suddenly, Mr. Desmond bursts out of the office door, furious and slams the car After him.

"That bastard!" he swears in frustration.

Ethan inquires, "What happened, sir, if I may ask?"

Mr. Desmond vents, "His personal assistant won't let me see him. I can't believe they kicked me out. I'll make sure they regret it."

Ethan, with a smirk, comments, "Regret? I don't think someone like that will regret."

Mr. Desmond warns him sternly before storming off.

"I apologize," he said, seeking forgiveness.

"Shut up and let's go home," the stern response came, and off they went.

*****

Sandra raises her voice in protest, "I am not marrying him, never!"

Her parents try to reason with her, "You have no choice, Sandra. Our debt can't be paid unless we accept this offer. Please consider."

Her mother's plea was met with resistance, "But Mom... he is a monster, you know him, we know him."

Her father, Mr. Kingsley, intervenes, "Consider him, Sandra. And consider the benefits."

Overwhelmed, Sandra tearfully bows down, realizing she has no choice. "Okay, I will do it," she reluctantly accepts.

****

Mr. Desmond returns home seething with anger, "How dare he!" he yells to no one in particular.

Ethan stands before him, while the others emerge from a room, curious about the commotion. "What's wrong?" Mrs. Ray inquires.

"They kicked me out of that trash company," he explains loudly.

Ariana rolls her eyes and leaves, dismissing his comment, "It's not a trash company, it's the largest company in the country."

Fuming, he mutters, "I will make them regret this."

Mrs. Ray offers to prepare tea to calm him down, but Ethan takes on the task. He rushes to the kitchen and brews the tea.

Upon his return, he finds the room empty except for Mr. Desmond and Nick. He places the tea before them and begins to leave.

"Must I be yelling at you every time? Always stay beside me in case I need anything," Mr. Desmond orders.

"Okay, sir," Ethan agrees, bowing down.

Mr. Desmond takes a sip of tea and inquires, "How is your fiancée doing?"

Nick responds with a smile, "She's doing fine, Dad. She's coming here tonight for dinner."

Mr. Desmond expresses relief, "That's good to hear. I thought she was being stubborn."

Nick chuckles, "She has no other choice. She must accept."

The father and son share a laugh.

Amusement at others' misfortune is their entertainment; another person is about to become the target of their manipulation.

[Mission reloading. Mission: Stop the engagements. Reward: 100 billion.]

******

As night falls, the family gathers, eagerly awaiting Ethan to bring the meal. Impatient, Mrs. Ray exclaims, "What the hell is taking you so long?".

Ethan retorts, "I'll be there in a minute," and soon emerges from the kitchen with a pot, placing it on the table.

He begins serving everyone, excluding Ariana who declines and serves herself. Ethan stands by, following their orders.

Suddenly, a beep sounds from the door.

Reacting swiftly, Ethan hurries to open the door.

As it swings open, he is taken aback by the sight before him—the receptionist from the other day, Sandra, stands there. She stares back at him, her expression a mix of confusion and annoyance.

"What are you doing here?" she demands.

Ethan leans in and whispers, "Look, you don't know me. Pretend we've never met."

"Ethaaaaan!" Mr. Desmond's voice echoes from the dining room, prompting Ethan to quickly retreat inside, leaving the door open for Sandra.

Back at the table, Mr. Desmond inquires, "Who's at the door?"

Just then, Sandra enters the room. "Oh, look who's here. Beautiful as ever," Mr. Desmond remarks, his words trailing off.

Nick greets Sandra with a smile, which she reciprocates with a forced one.

"Come, sit down. Ethan, serve her," Mr. Desmond instructs.

The two lock eyes for a moment, a silent exchange passing between them.