Inside the arena’s administration room, a lively and celebratory atmosphere filled. Kent, Fatty, Mei Bai and others sat around a large, round table draped in fine linens and adorned with exquisite bottles of wine.
The room was warm with the glow of several chandeliers, their light casting a golden hue over the gathered group. Kent’s three girlfriends, Sophia, Lucy, and Amelia, sat beside Kent.
Beside Fatty, his parents, Liam and Noma, beaming with cheerful smiles, their eyes glistening with happiness at their son’s recent success. Liam’s hearty laugh and Noma’s soft, affectionate gaze added to the warmth of the occasion. They were dressed in their finest clothes, reflecting the significance of this momentous event.
Until Liam saw his son receive the thousands of spirit stones, Liam didn’t believe his son had become a big shot in the capital. Surprise and joy were evident on his face.
In the background, the administration ladies were busily preparing a new private arena room for Kent, the newly crowned number one fighter of the arena. Their movements were swift and efficient as they readied the new contract for Kent as the number one fighter in Arena.
At the next table, the three-star property manager from the Wizard Association, Niche, sat with a look of focus. She was finalizing the business cooperation documents that would solidify the partnership between Sophia and Fatty.
Niche, a middle-aged woman who met Kent in the Chen family residence while treating Zi Chen, agreed to Kent’s request on the first call. She personally came with her assistants to aid Kent in the business cooperation draft.
“Sophia has agreed to hand over the management of her business to you for a period of ten years,” Niche explained, her voice calm and precise. “While Sophia will remain the nominal head, your parents will be in charge of the day-to-day operations. This agreement ensures stability and continued co-operation.”
“Also, the Chen family put the condition that the property names shouldn’t change from Chen. But it is legal to put your new name on the big sign and the Chen family name to the side in small letters.”
Niche explained everything in detail. As an experienced lady, she bypassed all conditions set by the Chen family while transferring property to Sophia.
Fatty’s eyes sparkled with excitement as he glanced at his parents. Fatty turned towards Kent and asked, “Master, what will be the store name? How about ‘Mighty Kent’?” Fatty asked in an excited tone.
“Don’t make me beat you. Ask your parents; they were the ones who were going to handle the business.” Kent replied while opening a wine bottle.
Fatty immediately turned to his parents. His father turned toward his wife, Noma. The lady felt perplexed as everyone was staring at her.
“Mother, say the name. What would be our business name?” Fatty asked with a wide smile.
“Me? I don’t do anything.” Noma said with a shy smile.
“It’s okay, mother. Say anything. If you don’t say anything, we will keep your name as the store name.” Fatty said loudly.
“No, nooo… Don’t do it. How about a golden rat? I hear many people calling you by that name. You also have a big picture of a golden rat in your room.” Noma said in a serious tone.
Everyone began laughing after hearing Noma’s suggestion.
“Then, let’s keep it as a golden rat. Fatty, make new name boards for each store, and take over the business in two days. Also, I’m leaving in two days for a big auction. You can come with me. Sophia and Mei Bai will help your parents deal with business.” Kent declared while staring at Fatty’s father, who nodded his head in understanding.
“But master, my parents just came to capital.” Fatty uttered it in a confused tone.
Liam clapped a hand on Fatty’s shoulder. “This is a good opportunity for you to explore other big places. Don’t worry about us. Me and your mom can adjust in any place.”
Noma nodded, her smile widening. “And we’re here to support you, not to stop you.”
Mei Bai raised her glass, the wine within catching the light. “To new beginnings and to the future of the Stokes family! Cheers!”
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As they toasted, the room buzzed with a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for what lay ahead. The administration ladies continued their work, occasionally glancing over with smiles at the joyful scene.
Niche, the manager lady, approached Kent to take leave. Kent stood up and thanked her dearly. “If you ever need any help, don’t forget to contact me. Thank you for your help, manager.” Kent said respectfully.
“Hahaha… Mr. Kent, I’m honored to have your promise.” The lady laughed heartily and left with her assistants.
Just then, the arena administration ladies approached Kent and passed the new keystone for the private room. “Mr. Kent, we allotted the best room in the arena for you. It has all the facilities to train and cultivate. Also, this is your new contract as the number one fighter of Arena. Please add your handprint.”
Kent took the contract tablet from them and went through the details. From now on, Kent will receive 1000 spirit stones on each lunar day and free entry to the central fighting ring. His picture will always be displayed at the entrance of the arena.
After making sure that everything was okay, Kent placed his palm on the contract tablet. With a shy smile, the administration ladies received the document and passed ten thousand spirit stones to Kent as a share of the VIP tickets sold for the group fight.
Suddenly, a woman came from the back and closed Kent eyes. “Say my name,” the lady said with a playful smile.
But before Kent guessed the name of the person who closed his eyes, Fatty stood up from his seat with a wild cry. “Lady Mia, what are you doing here?”
“Ahhh, why did you?!” Mia Snow, the girl who had a one-night stand with Kent in the Silver Leaf town, complained angrily.
After leaving for the Autumn Wind sect, Kent didn’t see her again. At that time, an elder from the Autumn Wind sect took both Mia and Thea along with her and rejected Kent by saying that the Autumn Wind sect is a lady sect.
Kent received the fake recommendation letter from that elder.