The dinner table was filled with the warmth of family chatter as Dave sat with his parents and sisters, enjoying the comfort of being home. Sarah, his mother, leaned in with a smile, her curiosity about Dave's life evident in her eyes.
"So, Dave, what have you been up to lately? You seem different, in a good way. More confident," she asked, her voice laced with genuine concern and pride.
Dave hesitated for a moment, knowing he couldn't reveal the truth about the system or his smartwatch. He had to come up with something plausible.
"I've been doing pretty well, actually," he said, offering a reassuring smile. "I've been working in the tech industry. I recently started my own business. It's still new, but I've got some really exciting projects lined up. I can't say too much, but it's been going great."
His father, James, nodded approvingly. "That's good to hear, son. We were worried for a while, but it sounds like you've found your footing."
Dave could see the relief wash over his parents' faces. They didn't need to know the truth, not yet at least. As long as they believed he was doing well, that was enough for now.
Emily, always the curious one, leaned in closer. "So, what exactly are you working on? Anything exciting?"
Dave chuckled. "Yeah, actually, I'm developing some innovative technologies. It's hard to explain, but think of it as creating solutions that will make life easier for everyone."
"That's amazing!" Jenna chimed in. "We always knew you had big things ahead of you."
The conversation shifted, and Dave decided to turn the tables. "So, what about you two? Anything new? Any dating prospects?" he teased his sisters.
Emily blushed slightly. "Well, I've been seeing someone, but it's nothing serious yet."
Jenna shrugged. "No one special at the moment. Just focused on work and school. You know how it is."
Dave nodded, thankful that the conversation stayed light and didn't veer into uncomfortable territory. He could sense the affection his sisters had for him, but for now, he kept that thought at bay. There would be time to deal with that later.
After dinner, Dave said his goodbyes and teleported back to his apartment. As soon as he arrived, his mind shifted gears. He knew that with the power of the system and his smartwatch, he could do much more than just survive. He could disrupt the world, shake up the very foundations of industries that had dominated the market for decades.
Sitting down with his smartwatch, Dave began planning his next move. "Smartwatch," he commanded, "I want to focus on the medical industry. Let's start by targeting the largest companies in the world. I need to create something revolutionary—an invention that will make the top medical corporations obsolete."
The smartwatch responded instantly, its AI capabilities far beyond anything available on the market. "I have analyzed the current state of the medical industry, Dave. The most profitable sectors are pharmaceuticals and medical devices. I suggest creating a device that enhances the body's natural healing abilities, reducing the need for medication and invasive procedures."
Dave's eyes lit up. "That's perfect. A device that can speed up recovery and healing, using the body's natural processes. But we need it to be non-invasive, something easy to use and accessible to everyone."
Within moments, the smartwatch displayed a 3D model of the device. "This is the prototype. It's a small, wearable patch that accelerates cell regeneration. It uses advanced nanotechnology, which is over 1,000 years ahead of anything on the market today. The patch is simple to apply, works within minutes, and can heal injuries, chronic pain, and even regenerate damaged organs."
Dave grinned. "This is it. This will change everything."
Without wasting any time, Dave set up a production line with the help of the smartwatch's AI. Using his wealth, he secretly funded a factory to begin mass-producing the medical patches. Within weeks, the patches hit the market, and the response was immediate. Hospitals, clinics, and consumers flocked to the revolutionary product. Its effectiveness was undeniable, and it quickly became a global sensation.
The biggest medical companies in the world were blindsided. Their stocks plummeted as consumers switched to Dave's product, and within months, several top pharmaceutical giants filed for bankruptcy. The world was shifting, and Dave was at the center of it.
The smartwatch alerted him to the chaos in the business world. "Dave, multiple companies have declared bankruptcy due to the launch of your medical patch. I have intercepted emails from CEOs and industry leaders trying to contact you with offers to buy the technology."
Dave smirked. "And what are they offering?"
"The highest bid is $100 billion," the smartwatch responded.
Dave shook his head. "Refuse all offers. I'm not selling. We're just getting started."
The smartwatch continued. "I have also detected several attempts to hack into our systems to uncover the identity of your company and steal the technology. Most attempts have been from corporate espionage divisions, but there have been a few from government entities as well."
"Can you handle it?" Dave asked, though he already knew the answer.
"Easily. No one will be able to trace the company back to you, and no one will break through my defenses."
Satisfied, Dave leaned back in his chair, his mind racing with the possibilities. This was only the beginning. The medical industry had been the first domino to fall, but there were countless others. He would take down one industry after another, disrupting the world in ways no one had ever seen before.
And with the system, his smartwatch, and his growing wealth, there was nothing to stop him.
The world was changing, and Dave was the one pulling the strings.