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"I can't believe Vicky would go such lengths for her ambitions. I overestimated her, she was actually this kind of person." Remi uttered reading the wrong information about Veronica Chime's parents, the complete details that made Veronica Chime, Veronica Chime. Remi felt disappointed as she read another false line on the paper.
There were times when Remi had to act tough or mean because she wanted her friend to reach her goals. She genuinely wanted to help and she believed Veronica was still rational enough to know her limits. But now, she realized Veronica didn't deserve her help. She also now wondered if the actress even treated her as a friend or her personal maid.
Remi continued to read the paper and she could not believe what was written on it mainly because she knew the truth. Since she grew up with Veronica. Ethan was also obviously displeased by the information because he also grew up with Veronica and had been her lover for several years before she started becoming an actress.
According to the paper, Veronica was an orphan and a victim of domestic violence. When in actuality, she had a healthy housewife as a mother and a farmer as a father. She had eight siblings in total where she was the ninth and the eldest. Although they were poor, her family was happy and loving.
But that wasn't enough for the young Veronica. Her dreams were big and she refused to let her huge family drag her down.
So in her senior years, at 16, she chose to run away from home disabling her to finish high school. She went to the main city with her little money and survived with the help of her friend Remi Long and then-boyfriend-- Ethan Morris. She also did some part-time job while auditioning to be an actress.
At 18, she was finally scouted as an actress because she was pretty and actually had a talent for acting. When she started getting small roles, she decided to break up with Ethan Morris and since then she had never come back or helped her poor family even when she had gotten famous.
"This information is very much verified. It's the truth according to the national data. And according to the law, it is act crime to hack in the country's classified files much more change a person's background. The Mos can't simply reveal this or else even with our family's power, we can't escape the law." Tian Zi said as a matter of factly. It was partly true and not, they could always manipulate people from the government to back them up but that would mean they'll be freely giving people dirt to dig from the Mo family, especially Mo Laotian.
Obviously, the Alpha wouldn't want that. He likes to avoid trouble. As long as he can handle a problem as silent as he could, he would definitely choose that method.
"If the person behind Veronica could simply do this, how much more just simply eliminating two people who knew the truth behind her lies!? Two people who grew up with Veronica and knows everything about her." Tian Zi finished looking at the two, entertained. Just by thinking how this event gives his usual boring day with thrills made him happy. No wonder his older brother Hanlu likes to follow their Elder brother Mo Laotian around.
"Uhm, so it's still not clear to me why I'm here." After a couple of seconds of silence. Sinking in all the information given to them, Remi still had one more question left on her mind.
"hmmm, good question." Tian Zi smiled. He leaned back on his chair crossing his legs as his older brother did.
"It's because I want you to continue being friends with Veronica Chime. I want you to act normal and find out who's behind her if possible. Don't worry, we'll provide you 24/7 security. Our men will be in your aid when you're in danger. But of course, if you don't want to, we could always send you back, however not guaranteeing your safety." Tian Zi replied with a mischievous smile. It was actually his idea to keep Remi Long as well which Mo Laotian initially regarder as irrelevant on his plan after they found out Ethan Morris was alive.
Yes, it was not necessary to keep Remi Long but with the data Tian Zi had now, it will definitely take time for him to find out who their enemy was. So in the meantime, he thought it will not be bad to have someone close to Veronica to act as a spy. Whether she could get information or not, it was still better than not doing anything to improve their situation.
Listening to Tian Zi, Remi's expression turned weird. She had a worried frown on his forehead and her lips shifted into an awkward smile not sure if she really had a choice with the offer given to her. It would just mean that if she agreed, she would be in danger but if she disagreed, she would be in danger still. In the end, she didn't have a choice that would really guarantee her safety.
"I spied on Veronica for three weeks since I left the hospital, there was this only one woman she met twice. It was the woman who tried to kill me," Ethan Morris interrupted, he would never forget that woman's features since it was the face of his killer. The last face he saw when he thought he was dying. That's why when he saw Veronica meeting her, Ethan knew the actress didn't regret having him killed.
"Oh!? wait. wait." Tian Zi said and then quickly called Aldrin again to provide him a computer.
"Since we only had just learned recently, our men had just been following Veronica Chime for three days. We're not so sure yet but I think we have that woman's photo." Tian Zi said and as soon as Aldrin handed him a laptop, he quickly opened it and taps on the keyboard for a while and then soon showed them a picture of a woman in a black dress and her striking red lipstick, Ethan Morris' expression turn black as he nodded.
"That's her. Now that I think about it. The day she tried to kill me, she did say her boss didn't want to risk having someone who could ruin their plan. I thought Veronica was her boss," Ethan Morris said remembering that traumatic day.
"Great! This is a really big help. I'll run a thorough background check of this woman and send someone to spy her as well. Seriously, I'm so glad you didn't die. I heard the doctors didn't remove the bullet because it didn't hit any vital parts and it would cause you brain damage instead if they did. I'm really amazed by your luck." Tian Zi chatted tapping on the computer more.
"Yeah, I guess I've always been lucky. I even escape death because of it."
"You know, in this business luck is very important. Hmmm, let's see... your background is clean. You haven't been arrested, you've even escaped dragon's men before. I see you would be a great addition to our intelligence team." Tian Zi nodded approvingly.
"Older Brother, I can take him in right?" Tian Zi then faces Laotian who briefly nodded in agreement. It didn't really matter what Tian Zi planned for the man, as long as he stays alive. Seeing how the two brothers talk about him like he was some object. Ethan Morris frown in irritation.
"Excuse me? I'm not someone you can pass around. I'm not--"
"Ohh sorry, I must not have properly explained to you as well. We're not saints, we aren't keeping you here just because you're a witness. Starting today, you'll be working for the Mos and will be pouring in your talent to improve our organization. With the debt you have to us, I think even if you sell thousands of bags of drugs and firearms, you won't be able to pay us." Tian Zi interrupted and looked at Ethan monotonously. His expression resembles greatly to his older Mo sitting beside him.
"I knew people like you are devils. There are no such things as good people in this world. I will never be your slave. You'll have to kill me befo--" Ethan burst standing in fury.
"ahhh, you're so noisy. Don't say something so depressing. We're not going to kill you, I know you'll willingly agree anyways. After all, my family is promising you and your siblings a good life with a proper home to live, security, and a good education. Medical assistance and secured jobs in the future at the Mo Empire or affiliated companies."
"If you train and work for us, you'll also receive a satisfying amount of salary. And you don't have to lie to them anymore. Although sometimes, works are illegal and dangerous. It's not as dangerous compared to what you have been doing up until now."
"But of course, if you still decline. We will put your siblings back to the orphanage and you will forever be separated. With you without a job, I'm sure that would be the case. And in any case, you need medical assistance, you won't be able to since you escaped from the hospital you were previously admitted and the medical bill was left unpaid. I'm sure you will be blacklisted from all medical establishment."
"You won't be able to get your revenge on Veronica Chime. You won't be able to claim your baby or even if you did, you won't be able to support it and then you will just become poorer and poorer. Seriously, your whole life is very depressing. We don't have to kill you because honestly, you'll just die on your own eventually." Tian Zi stated leisurely leaving Ethan Morris flabbergasted. He didn't know what to say to Mo Tian Zi who was obviously younger than him but he was able to analyze his future easily.
It's not that Ethan didn't think of his own instances but he always thought that if things get complicated, he will surely find a way to make ends meet. Ethan remained silent absorbing all the young Alpha said to him, and as he was doing so, he glanced at the two Alpha in front of him. He was thinking, no wonder why Alphas tend to be more successful than normal Betas like him. It's because they thought of things differently.
If it was Ethan, he would not think of what's coming in the future because it hasn't happened yet. He always thought that as long as he remained optimistic and work hard, he will eventually pass the day and start another one the next day. And it's not like he was aiming to become a billionaire, having enough money to sustain everyday needs was already sufficient.
"I believe your silence means you're agreeing with our terms? Don't worry, you're not the only one our family had helped. Even Aldrin here have dark past, my older brothers helped him and now he's working here because he wanted to. He can leave but he chose to stay. So even though we're not saints, we're more or less what you called good people. We don't usually kill without valid reasons you know." Tian Zi assured making Ethan calm down.
"T-then, c-can I see my little sister and brothers?"
"Of course, after you properly read and sign the contract, Aldrin will bring you to them. Don't worry they're safe and sound." Tian Zi assured and later closed the computer putting it on the coffee table. He then turned his attention to Remi Long and a mischievous smile appeared on his lips.
"So?? How about you? Have you thought of your answer? Are you willing or not?" he asked with a playful smile, the plan on his mind was really good he was excited to execute it.
"I-I have to think this through. This had really been a shock to me." Remi mumbled causing Tian Zi to frown.
"You don't have to think really. Just say yes and I will do the rest. I'm sure you'll enjoy it." Tian Zi replied rather excited but instead of confusion running on Remi Long's mind, she was thinking, 'This third young master of the Mo family is really scary. I feel like he would do anything for his own entertainment.'
Meanwhile on Tian Zi's mind, 'this is going to be so good. I can't wait to see how Veronica Chime would react.' On the other hand in Mo Laotian's mind, 'I should go home soon.'