The sharp hum of the elevator was the only sound that accompanied Lin Chen as he ascended to the top floor of Polaris Capital's headquarters. His suit was perfectly tailored, his shoes polished to a mirror shine. He felt like he had finally entered the game—a player in a world where everything, and everyone, was a target.
As the doors slid open, he stepped out into the sleek, modern lobby that screamed power and wealth. It was a world he had once been shut out from, a world that had once seemed beyond his reach. But now? Now, it was his for the taking.
System Update:🟢 Mission Triggered: "The Beginning of a New Era"💡 Objective: Secure full control over the first major acquisition project and solidify your position in Polaris Capital.⚡ Reward: +500 Gold Coins⚠️ Failure Penalty: Loss of corporate prestige.
Lin Chen could feel the eyes of the employees on him as he walked through the lobby. Some were curious. Some were skeptical. But none of them knew that the man who had just stepped into their world was about to reshape it forever.
He made his way to the conference room where the senior executives had gathered. They were there to discuss the NeuroSpark acquisition—an acquisition that Lin Chen had secured with nothing but his wits and the power of the Salvator System. As he entered, the murmurs died down, and all eyes turned to him.
Vice President Zhou was already seated at the head of the table, looking over a series of documents. His eyes flicked up when Lin Chen entered, a faint smirk on his lips.
"You're here. Ready for the next step?" Zhou asked, his voice laced with mockery.
Lin Chen didn't respond immediately. Instead, he walked confidently to the table, placing a small, sleek tablet in front of him. The screen flickered to life, displaying the detailed strategy for NeuroSpark's integration into Polaris Capital.
"I've already secured the deal," Lin Chen said calmly, ignoring Zhou's condescending tone. "The rest of you just need to follow through."
The room went silent.
Zhou's smirk faltered for just a moment before he recovered. "You may have brought the deal to the table, but the real work starts now. We need to finalize the terms, get approval from the board, and execute the acquisition."
Lin Chen remained unfazed. "That's all in motion already," he said. "We're not just finalizing the terms. We're about to change the landscape of the entire neural-tech market."
He tapped the tablet, and the projected figures began to fill the screen. Revenue projections, growth models, market demand—it all pointed to one conclusion: NeuroSpark was a gold mine, and Polaris Capital was about to own it.
System Ping:📊 Advanced Market Analysis Triggered🎯 Current Impact: 75% chance of overwhelming approval from the board.⚠️ Hidden Objective: Use leverage from your success to push for full control over the deal.
Lin Chen smiled to himself. The system was already giving him the edge. Now, he just needed to push it over the finish line.
"You're proposing what exactly?" the CFO, Liu, asked skeptically. "You want us to throw everything into this?"
Lin Chen's eyes locked onto Liu's. "I'm proposing the future," he said, his voice steady. "And I'm not asking you for anything. I'm telling you: This is the future. Polaris Capital can lead the charge, or we can sit on the sidelines and watch someone else take the glory."
The CFO looked at the others in the room, his eyes narrowing. "You're confident?"
"More than confident," Lin Chen replied. "I've run the numbers. I've already called in favors. The market's ready for a revolution. And Polaris is going to be at the forefront."
With a flick of his fingers, Lin Chen triggered the next phase of his plan.
System Notification:🔓 Leverage Skill Unlocked: [Corporate Manipulation - Stage 1]💡 Effect: Gain temporary influence over key decision-makers through persuasive arguments and subtle psychological tactics.⚠️ Success Chance: 80%
The room held its breath as Lin Chen launched into a detailed breakdown of the acquisition. He weaved in complex financial models, market analysis, and projected growth—all designed to paint NeuroSpark as an untapped, underappreciated gem waiting to explode.
As Lin Chen spoke, he could feel the weight of the room's skepticism slowly begin to shift. The doubt in their eyes faded, replaced with something new—uncertainty, but also curiosity. The power dynamics in the room were shifting, and Lin Chen could feel it.
System Update:📊 Board Approval Probability: 90%📈 Status: All objectives on track.
Then, Vice President Zhou's voice cut through the air, sharp as a knife. "You talk a big game, Lin Chen. But you've made one mistake."
Lin Chen raised an eyebrow. "And that is?"
"You've underestimated how deep Polaris Capital's interests run. You think you can just waltz in here and take control?" Zhou's tone was almost mocking.
Lin Chen didn't flinch. "I'm not here to 'take control,'" he said coolly. "I'm here to show you what Polaris could be with me leading the charge."
The atmosphere in the room shifted again. Zhou's face darkened, and for a moment, Lin Chen saw something flicker in his eyes—a hint of fear. For the first time since Lin Chen had joined the company, the Vice President seemed unsettled.
That was when Lin Chen knew. He had won.
Zhou didn't want to admit it, but he was now on the defensive. Lin Chen had outmaneuvered him, not with sheer force, but with calculated precision. Every word, every figure, every gesture had been designed to make the board see what was at stake. And now, he had the leverage to push his vision forward.
The room went quiet as the board members exchanged looks. Finally, Liu spoke up. "Alright, we're in. Let's move forward with the deal."
The others murmured in agreement.
System Ping:✅ Mission Complete: "The Beginning of a New Era"💰 Reward: +500 Gold Coins🎁 Bonus: +1 System Growth Point🔓 Unlock: "Corporate Takeover - Stage II"
As the meeting wrapped up, Lin Chen felt a sense of triumph settle over him. This wasn't just the approval of the board. This was the moment his era truly began.
Leaving the conference room, Lin Chen allowed himself a small smile. He had only just begun.
But the path ahead wasn't without its dangers.
Erebus was watching.
And soon, they would make their move.
But Lin Chen was ready. More than ready.