The moment I left Hayes' office, I didn't waste a second. I pulled out my phone and start making calls.

Each number connected me to a different piece of the puzzle—legal, administrative, staffing, operations, and so on.

"Everything is ready on your end?"

(Yes, sir. They're ready to move in,)

"Good. I want this fully operational in three days. No excuses."

I tapped my phone against my palm for emphasis, feeling the weight of the task ahead.

Next call was to Amanda. "How's the training center coming along?"

(Complete, Boss. Construction didn't stop, even when we were trapped in the tower. Everything's ready for recruits.)

A smile tugged at my lips, a small thrill running through me. Even under pressure, my people delivered.

"Good. I want you to accompany me to an event two days from now. Bring Hai-Min and May along. We're announcing the creation of Degen Guild to the public, and every major TV network will be covering it."

She didn't say anything, only nodded in understanding.

It was normal for new guilds to seek press coverage, hoping to attract talents. They even paid for advertisements.

But only those who were truly capable could make a real splash.

And what better way to do it than announce the inauguration in the flashiest way possible?

I checked more emails, signed off on minor details, and approved team assignments. Each task was another piece falling into place.

Lastly, made another call—to the facilities manager—ensuring that security, electricity, and communication lines were all checked.

With everything moving as planned, an urge rose to go see Hai‑Min.

I shut the urge down just as quickly. I'm currently in CEO mode, not leisure.

One glance at her would be enough to soften my resolve and derail my focus, turning work into an excuse to spoil her instead.

It pained me to do it, but I had to be patient. Besides, there wasn't much I could do with her yet. I still needed to wait a few more months.

The trip back to the mansion was mostly uneventful. I did receive a message from Lea Blackwood, asking if I was free to meet her.

Not really in the mood, I suggested she come to the guild event instead—along with her father.

I was planning to invite more wealthy guests anyway, so why not start early?

She agreed quickly, and her father also wanted to meet me.

By the time I got back to the mansion, the sun was dipping low.

That evening, I spent time with Sophie and Alice.

"That's it. Use your tongues more. " I guided Alice's mouth lower, her warm breath ghosting over my balls before her tongue darted out, tracing a wet, firm circle.

At the same time, I pushed Sophia's head down, her lips parting to take the head of my c*ck.

"Yeah. That's the spot." I tightened my grip on their hair, setting the pace, feeling their tongues work in tandem.

The night passed quietly after that—or so I hoped.

By the next day, I found myself face to face with a representative from Mythical Guild, standing at my mansion without warning.

The person stepped into the living room. He was a middle-aged man, neatly dressed in a tailored dark suit that gave him a distinctly professional air.

Unlike the fan user, he appeared composed, controlled, and approachable.

However, I didn't let my guard down—people like him were often the most dangerous, not because of power, but because of their intelligence.

"Thank you for meeting with me, Mr. Mercer. My name is Alfonso, representative of Mythical and an A-Rank Seeker."

I took his calling card—it was black with gold lettering.

"Don't tell me you're here for my building again?" I raised an eyebrow. "It's just one property. Why make things complicated."

He didn't speak. Instead, he reached into his coat and pulled out a small box.

Inside lay a green stone.

"This is an amnesty with healing effects. Please accept it as compensation for what happened before. As for your building, we are no longer interested in it."

My system confirmed its nature—it was indeed a healing crystal that could be broken in case of emergency. Quite rare.

"Is this a peace offering? Why the sudden change of heart?"

"The guild leader is still upset with you, Mr. Mercer. But I didn't come on his orders—I came on someone else's behalf."

Curious, I gestured for him to continue.

"My benefactor wants to build a good relationship with you and hopes you can meet her in the coming days."

When I realized it was a woman who wanted to meet, my guard slipped for a split second.

'Fuck me,'

Immediately, I scolded myself for being so easy. The first thoughts that came to mind weren't about whether she was dangerous or had a hidden agenda—they were whether she'd be a young woman, a milf, or even a hot older woman.

At this point, I was just living up to the name of my system.

"When exactly is she coming?"

He looked slightly surprised, clearly not expecting me to agree so easily.

"She'll be arriving in three days."

My hands twitched slightly. She was coming the same day the senator was scheduled to visit.

Could the two be connected?

If that was the case, then her identity mattered. Especially with the senator already on my 'To kill list'.

"Your benefactor? Who is she?"

Alfonso shook his head.

"I can't tell you yet, Mr. Mercer. But she's extremely influential. It's no exaggeration in saying she holds authority comparable to the guild leader. It would be in your best interest to meet her."

"Authority like the guild leader, huh? That sounds serious. What makes her interested in me?"

Alfonso's gaze stayed steady.

"I don't really know," he admitted. "She prefers to deal with people who interest her directly, rather than through intermediaries."

I tapped my finger on the edge of the coffee table, pretending to think it over.

"That could be flattering—or dangerous. How do I know this isn't a trap?"

He gave a faint, controlled smile.

"A fair concern. But consider this: I came in person to inform you, and I didn't even hide my affiliation with Mythical Guild, which you have bad blood with. That alone should tell you she wants a genuine meeting, not a confrontation."

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