[The Host special driving skills protocol activated successfully. The Host is currently merging with the driving skills...10%...36%...58%...65%...70%...85%...90%...100%. DONE!]
John felt a sudden rush of energy coursing through his veins. It was as if a floodgate of knowledge had been opened, pouring into his mind all the intricacies of expert driving.
Every turn, every maneuver, every little trick to master the road was now embedded in his consciousness. He felt an exhilarating sense of power and control, a newfound confidence that made him eager to test these skills.
As the final percentage hit 100%, John took a deep breath, feeling like he had just completed a marathon. His mind buzzed with excitement and anticipation. He couldn't wait to see what this new ability could bring to his life, especially considering the high stakes he was playing with.
Grace watched him with curiosity. "You look like you're on cloud nine, John. What's going on?"
John grinned, trying to keep his secret. "Oh, you know, just thinking about the future. Big plans, big dreams."
Grace raised an eyebrow. "Really? Do those big plans include sharing some of that excitement with me?"
John chuckled. "Let's just say I might be getting a little something extra for winning that race. A gift that was meant to accompany the prize."
Grace's eyes sparkled with interest. "A gift? What kind of gift are we talking about?"
John kept his tone light, dodging the specifics. "Oh, nothing too crazy. Just something that goes vroom."
Grace laughed. "A car, then? That's fantastic, John! You deserve it after all the hard work you've put in."
John smiled, but his mind was Suddenly, a mechanical voice cracked in his mind again.
[Confirmed. The car is already parked in the mansion's parking lot.]
A moment of silence could be witnessed.He couldn't wait to see it, but he didn't want to disclose too much to Grace just yet.
He cleared his throat. "Yeah, it's going to be amazing. But enough about that. We need to focus on the store for now."
Grace nodded. "You're right. Speaking of which, how about we head to the store now? There's a lot we need to discuss."
John agreed. "Good idea. By the way, do you know anything about the land behind the store? I've been thinking about expanding."
Grace's eyes widened. "That's a great idea! I've heard it's owned by someone in town, but I'm not sure who. We should definitely look into it."
John nodded. "Let's see if we can get in touch with the owner. The sooner we can start expanding, the better."
Grace smiled. "Absolutely. Imagine what we could do with more space. We could transform the store into a major landmark in Greenland."
John's excitement grew. "Let's make it happen, Grace. Together, we can turn this store into something truly remarkable."
Grace locked her door, and they headed to the motorcycle parking area. John teased the keys in his hand, a mischievous grin on his face. "Ready for a ride?"
Grace laughed. "Always. Let's go, Mr. Speed Racer."
John brought the motorcycle to life, and in no time, they rode off to Huruma Street. The wind rushed past them, and they exchanged jokes and laughter along the way. After a few minutes, they arrived at the store.
John parked the motorcycle at the verandah, and Grace opened the store. As they stepped inside, a few customers approached them, inquiring about spare parts.
John shook his head apologetically. "Sorry, we're currently out of stock on those items."
The customers nodded and left, leaving John and Grace to continue their discussion.
"Grace, how can I get the contact of the landlord for the land behind the store? We need to start planning the expansion."
Grace thought for a moment. "Let's go outside and see if we can find anyone who might know. Maybe someone nearby has the information we need."
They stepped outside and headed behind the store to survey the land. As they walked, they spotted a young man slashing at the end of the land.
John called out to him. "Hey there! Can you come over here for a moment?"
The young man approached, wiping sweat from his brow. "Yes, can I help you?"
John smiled. "We're interested in the land behind our store. Do you know who owns it?"
The young man nodded. "Yes, I work for the owner. He's been looking to sell the land for a while now."
John's eyes lit up. "Really? How much is he asking for it?"
The young man shrugged. "I'm not sure about the exact price, but I can give you his contact information. You can discuss it with him directly."
He handed John a piece of paper with the owner's contact details. "His name is Smith Ram. Just give him a call."
John thanked him. "I appreciate it. We'll definitely reach out to him."
Grace took out her phone and snapped a few selfies. "This could be the start of something big, John."
John smiled. "Let's make it happen. In fact, I can't wait to see the construction of a storey building, which will be branded in my favorite color and logo."
They headed back to the store, chatting excitedly about the potential expansion. As they stood on the verandah, a sleek Bugatti Veyron pulled up. A tall man with blonde hair and a huge stomach stepped out, flanked by two muscular bodyguards.
The man approached John and Grace, his expression smug. "Are you the owners of this store? I've heard it's for sale."
John eyed the man warily. "We were considering it, but why are you interested?"
The man smirked. "I have my reasons. But let's not waste time. How much do you want for it?"
John crossed his arms. "We're still evaluating our options."
The man's tone turned rude. "This place is a dump. I'm doing you a favor by offering to buy it."
Grace stepped forward, her expression angry. "That's not necessary. We take pride in our store."
The man laughed, his eyes roving over Grace in a way that made John bristle. "Well, sweetheart, maybe you can come work for me instead. I'm sure I could find a place for you."
John's temper flared. "That's enough. We're not selling to you. For your information, we are looking forward to expanding it."
The man sneered. "You think you can refuse me? I'll make sure this place goes down. You are not the first one I have dealt with in matters to do with business. When I want something I always get it!"
John stood his ground. "Get out of here. We have no interest in doing business with you."
The man signaled to his bodyguards, who exchanged a few words before getting back into the car. "You'll regret this. Mark my words. Use your eyes, this is not here for free, in fact they always wait for my permission to clear off and we go..."
The two masculine men responded to their boss boasting about their sixpack. " Yes Sir, we are ready... Give him to us..." One of them seemed restless to handle John.
The man turned to his board guards as he entered into the Bugatti Veyron. "Nah... Wait, this is a young master, I will handle him myself. Let's go but you bastard, you will regret not selling it to me..."
As the car sped off, John felt a surge of anger. The system's voice echoed in his mind.
[Congratulations! The Host has been rewarded for not selling his first investment. The Host will get the information of the organization given the mission to bring him down. The system has also identified the organization of the gang targeting the Host.]
John's eyes widened. 'A gang? What do you mean, system?'
[The gang has been monitoring your movements. They are on a mission for a group of people who see you as a threat to their operations. Be cautious, Host.]
John took a deep breath, his mind racing. He turned to Grace. "We need to be careful. There's more at stake here than we realized."
Grace nodded, her expression serious. "We'll face it together, John. Whatever comes our way."
John wondered what type of a lady Grace is! " Indeed, you are so courageous. You are more than a woman. Okay, get the store closed we go. I need to make arrangements to call the owner of this land."
However, just as Grace was closing the store, something rang in John's mind. ' System, you could have provided me with all information about the Organization, where it's located and any contact.'
Suddenly, a prompt formed in front of John:
[The Organization is secretly located at the center of Golden City. It's found between Raha supermarket and Yamat Bank. It's one of the tallest buildings, with a blue paint. The building is branded as 'Bloodlust Organization'. The organization is very secretive and no one plays around it.]
John was stunned for a moment, " Okay, Bloodlust... A gang...?"
Just as John was contemplating about the information given by him with the system, another notification popped on the prompt that had formed in front of him.
[The Host has to complete a mission from the system. In case the Host will not complete the mission, not only will he lose the rewards but also his life will be in great danger. Does the Host accept the mission?]
'Yes I accept' John accepted.
[The Host has to invest with the Bloodlust Gangsters Organization. That's the mission— Buy shares and become the highest shareholder. The Host has 24 hours to complete the mission. Good luck!]