Alex stopped but frowned with suspicion "I just heard someone telling me to recognize the gap between us and to face reality and submit as soon as possible."

Mr. Raghavan angrily explained while grinding his teeth "You only heard half of what was being said! What I meant was to let you see clearly the enormous difference between yourself and my daughter!"

"Your daughter?" Alex repeated with genuine confusion. His eyebrows drew together.

"I do not even know your daughter personally."

"What does your daughter have to do with me?"

Alex's expression was genuinely baffled. This made no sense whatsoever.

This person was completely inexplicable!

At that moment he finally understood why this man kept requesting wallet deliveries.

It turned out the person wanted to demonstrate his wealth and power to make Alex back down from something. The elaborate displays suddenly made sense.

Such an elderly person playing these childish games. It was almost pathetic.

What was so impressive about having a family worth billions?

Alex possessed several billion in liquid cash assets alone. This amount did not even include his other business interests and investments. He could buy and sell this man's company if he wanted.

He continued speaking with obvious disdain "I do not even know your daughter so let us stop playing this ridiculous game of showing off wealth. That is quite enough."

After speaking Alex turned around preparing to leave permanently. He had wasted enough time here.

At that precise moment Mr. Raghavan stated calmly "You genuinely do not recognize my daughter?"

Alex turned back and shook his head firmly "I do not know her."

Mr. Raghavan chuckled darkly "It is best if we do not know each other. Then when you encounter my daughter in the future please stay far away from her."

Alex looked disdainful "It seems like your daughter's romantic life resembles your own situation. Someone is clearly after your family's money. Does this world lack girls? There are plenty of fish in the sea."

Mr. Raghavan gave Alex a deep penetrating look.

He spoke with deliberate calm "I appreciate your spirited temperament actually. Besides my daughter's name is Riya."

"What?" Alex froze completely. His blood ran cold.

"Riya?"

Upon hearing that name Alex nearly strained his back. He was absolutely stunned into paralysis. Time seemed to stop.

The next moment happened with shocking speed.

Alex arrived in front of Mr. Raghavan with lightning-fast movement.

He bowed deeply at a ninety-degree angle. He spoke earnestly and carefully word by word:

"Father-in-Law! I was completely wrong!"

Mr. Raghavan remained silent and calm but the slight twitching of his mouth exposed it all. A muscle jumped in his jaw.

It seemed apparent now.

He had significantly underestimated this security guard's flexibility and shamelessness.

The young man possessed absolutely no principles or bottom line. No dignity whatsoever.

His skin was incredibly thick beyond measurement. Like reinforced steel.

Alas it could bend and adapt remarkably well. Like rubber meeting concrete.

"What exactly did you do wrong?" Mr. Raghavan asked coldly. His voice could freeze water.

"I was blind to your greatness and did not know you were Riya's father."

"Anything else?"

"I spoke with far too much volume and disrespect just moments ago."

"What about accusing me of having inappropriate intentions toward you?"

Alex's face flushed slightly but he pressed on. "That was a terrible misunderstanding on my part. I apologize profusely for that baseless accusation."

"Father-in-Law, Riya and I are genuinely a match made in heaven! We are destined to fly side by side through life together. I could never give up Riya under any circumstances."

"Did you not just state you did not care about my daughter?"

"That was only because I did not know you were Riya's father!"

Mr. Raghavan's eyes went wide with disbelief. This was extraordinary.

This security guard was not only shameless beyond measure.

He was also quite eloquent and quick-witted. A dangerous combination.

He examined Alex seriously before speaking "Young man you are not without talent. You possess thick skin and can adapt quickly to circumstances. You might become a capable businessperson if you ventured into commerce in the future.

However the gap between yourself and Riya remains far too enormous.

Riya has been thoroughly spoiled since childhood. She has never suffered any hardship whatsoever.

If she remains with you the relationship probably will not last long.

Therefore I strongly advise you to give up this pursuit sooner rather than later."

Alex understood perfectly that Mr. Raghavan's words were rather tactful.

His main point was simple. Alex lacked sufficient money and could not provide his daughter with the lifestyle she expected and deserved.

However Alex genuinely wanted to protest.

He was wealthy!

He was definitely not short of money whatsoever!

But somehow these words seemed too boastful to speak aloud. Instead Alex explained "Father-in-Law I possess sufficient resources. Furthermore I am not unattractive either."

Mr. Raghavan glanced at him with assessment. He had to admit the boy had a point.

He was indeed good-looking and handsome. Annoyingly so.

Tall and well-built. He retained considerable charm and appeal. No wonder Riya had fallen for him.

Mr. Raghavan shook his head firmly "The most important quality for a man is not his handsome appearance. What matters is his ability to generate wealth and income."

Alex explained earnestly "Although being a security guard does not generate substantial income it represents my day job only. My side business ventures are quite profitable."

Mr. Raghavan no longer wanted to continue this conversation. He had heard enough excuses.

According to his understanding and observation security guards worked ten hours daily at minimum.

What side business ventures could someone possibly manage in the remaining few hours?

What kind of meaningful money could possibly be earned? Driving for ride-share apps? Selling items online?

Mr. Raghavan continued pressing his advantage "Do you know that my daughter likes wearing designer fashion especially she is interested in cosplay? A single custom outfit for Riya costs over fifteen thousand dollars!"

"Can you afford it?"

Alex nodded calmly "I am aware of that. Riya enjoys her fashion choices. Your daughter also enjoys knitting scarves. Riya even gifted me one just a few days ago."

Mr. Raghavan fell silent. His expression darkened.

It would have been better if this topic had not been mentioned.

He became even more depressed when this matter was brought up.

He had been waiting anxiously for that scarf for weeks. Only to discover that Riya had knitted it not for him but for the security guard standing before him.

Love could genuinely distort a person beyond recognition. His own daughter choosing this stranger over her father.

"I need to maintain control of my temper," Mr. Raghavan reminded himself silently.

After all he is merely a security guard. I cannot lose my composure and dignity over someone so beneath my status.

Mr. Raghavan took a deep calming breath "I will speak plainly now."

He looked directly at Alex while continuing "Do you know how much monthly allowance I provide for my daughter?"

Alex shook his head indicating he did not know this information. Riya never discussed money with him.

"Then I shall inform you directly. I give her five thousand dollars in spending money every single month. Since she graduated from university I have provided her with over three hundred thousand dollars in allowance total.

How much can you possibly earn working in Mumbai? Even including income from side business ventures can you earn five thousand monthly? I am asking you directly. Can you!"

His voice had risen with each word. The challenge hung in the air.

Alex answered with complete seriousness "Five thousand dollars represents merely a fraction of what I earn. On average my side business ventures generate approximately seven point five million dollars daily."

That figure was actually a significant understatement on his part.

The actual amount was so astronomical that even Alex could not calculate it precisely anymore.

Anyway every time he traveled between ancient and modern timelines he sold gold. Hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars arrived in his accounts regularly. The numbers had become almost meaningless.

"Seven point five million dollars every single day?"

Mr. Raghavan's eyes widened dramatically. His face went completely blank with shock.

Then he shook his head firmly refusing to believe what Alex claimed. His jaw clenched.

Seven point five million daily?

That would require at least two hundred twenty-five million monthly earnings minimum?

This young man was simply bragging outrageously! Lying through his teeth!

As a CEO approaching fifty years old who dominated the medical equipment industry Mr. Raghavan naturally would not concern himself with businesses in other sectors.

Aside from his own social circles he would never set foot in those other business environments.

Therefore he certainly did not know about this mysterious legend who had recently appeared in Mumbai as a hidden wealthy tycoon nor would his employees have known.

Therefore he firmly believed that Alex was definitely fabricating everything!

The boy was a fantasist. A dreamer living in delusion. Perhaps he had watched too many rags-to-riches movies and convinced himself of his own fictional narrative.

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