I Destroyed My Wealth to Win #DRAMAX

Balbinus Lexi

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00:00:00I've lived on family funds since age 7. In second grade, I maxed out two credit cards, $100 million each,

00:00:05in three days. By junior high, I'd sold company stock, cashed out $10 billion, and spent it in a month.

00:00:15I rocked Tidecourt's economy, and nearly cost dad his company. In 10 years, I drained a multi-billion dollar company

00:00:21drive. But today, dad says we're bankrupt. He told me to go home and farm. Being thousands of miles away,

00:00:27I don't share my father's panic. Hearing the news, I feel no sadness or disappointment. Instead, I actually look relieved.

00:00:33I toss the mop aside and flop onto the floor. Crap system, you heard that, right? We're broke now. Go

00:00:39find another host.

00:00:39All the money I've spent, consider it wasted. Wait, host. Don't. The system is nearly mature. You can't quit now.

00:00:46A mechanical, yet sly voice rings in my mind. Hearing the system's voice. But all you do is scam me

00:00:52for money. I'm done.

00:00:53To raise this top crafting system, I kept hustling for cash. And so, I was branded the no one wastrel

00:00:59in Ardenia. But the result wasn't ideal. Everyone thought I lived lavishly, squandering fortunes. But I was the most miserable

00:01:05heir around.

00:01:05Other rich kids drove luxury cars and lounged with beautiful women. While I worked grueling jobs for cash, I lived

00:01:11on scraps every day to save money to fund the system.

00:01:13Sadly, after 10 years, the crap system still hasn't matured. Now, I'm tired. I'm done playing. Host, you're only short

00:01:19a tiny bit. You just need $2.3 million more. Trust me.

00:01:23This crap system has tricked me too many times. My host, this really is the final time. Just agree to

00:01:28the transfer, and the system will finish loading.

00:01:30I check my account balance. Deducting my fair home, I have exactly $2.3 million left. This system really wants

00:01:36to squeeze me dry. No way.

00:01:37If I give you another cent, then I'm an idiot. Even if you put a war steel suit blueprint right

00:01:41in front of me, I still won't give you a dime.

00:01:44My stance is firm. As soon as I speak, my expression shifts. In my mind, a full suit blueprint appears.

00:01:50Looking at the exquisite mechanical suit, my heart starts racing. I feel myself starting to cave.

00:01:54What man could resist this temptation? Host, I'm really not lying. But with your current skill level, you can't build

00:01:59it even with a blueprint.

00:02:01You need my help. Trust me, just $2.3 million more. And the TCS will be yours. I swallow hard.

00:02:06I have to stay calm.

00:02:07This is the crap system's trap. I have to resist. Fine. Transfer it. In the end, I can't resist.

00:02:13A second later, the bank alert pops up. I've lost count of how many times I've gone broke.

00:02:17I've pat myself off, stand up, and sigh. Forget it. After so many scams, what's one more?

00:02:22Just as I finish tidying up, my head starts feeling heavy. Then, a ding, sounds in my mind, followed by

00:02:28a mechanical voice.

00:02:29The top crafting system has finished loading. Host attributes enhanced. Starter pack delivered. Store unlocked.

00:02:34I freeze. This time it's real. The system didn't lie to me. As my consciousness entered, the system panel appeared.

00:02:40Host, Elliot Bly. Crafting level. 1 prestige. 0 wealth. 20,000 appearance. 88 math. 61 physics. 60 chemistry. 60 biology.

00:02:4860 data science. 60 language. 100.

00:02:51Looking at my stats, I feel a surge of rage. The crap system only enhanced me this much.

00:02:55Every grade's a borderline. Host, this is the maximum enhancement.

00:02:59A 60 already surpasses most humans. In math, you're better than 99% of the population.

00:03:04But I'm still not satisfied. My appearance score is still too low.

00:03:07Raise it a bit more, or I want a refund.

00:03:09After some haggling, I successfully get the system to raise my appearance to 92.

00:03:13Now, I can truly shine in the real world. I also learned how the system works.

00:03:17To craft high-tier gear, I need a higher level.

00:03:20My current level 1 skill isn't enough to build the warsteel suit.

00:03:23Leveling up requires boosting science stats. Good things require hard work, not free handouts.

00:03:28There are two ways to level up. One via status, the other via riches.

00:03:32Basically, fame and money.

00:03:33The various blueprints and tools available in the store all cost prestige and wealth points too.

00:03:38After figuring it out, I take a deep breath.

00:03:40It's time to open the starter pack. After a decade of funding this system, it can't be that bad, right?

00:03:45One math-solving card. Difficulty 60-70.

00:03:48One small graphene battery blueprint. This should have been a fusion battery.

00:03:52This time, my haggling failed. Ultimately, I reluctantly accepted this underwhelming starter pack.

00:03:56Before heading home, I stopped by the school lab to make a sample graphene battery.

00:04:01After all, when I return, I'm no longer a wealthy scion.

00:04:04I might not have the tools to make it there.

00:04:06I have to admit, even if my high school isn't the best, it has decent equipment.

00:04:09The tuition finally paid off. The school accepted my departure.

00:04:13The school extracted more than just tuition from its rich student body.

00:04:17But not with me. They couldn't make a dime off me.

00:04:19In fact, they had to pay me.

00:04:21After all, it wasn't easy to clean the toilets daily.

00:04:23The broke kid is finally gone. But who's going to clean now?

00:04:26The principal is torn.

00:04:27Sir? Where's Elliot?

00:04:29An old man rushes into the office in a panic.

00:04:32Probably at the airport by now.

00:04:33Idiot. You let a genius escape.

00:04:35These cedar highs shot at making history.

00:04:37The principal looks confused.

00:04:39A one-seven-year-old who can design this experiment is destined to change the world.

00:04:43The old man sighs. Heartbroken.

00:04:45The principal is still lost.

00:04:46On the plane, I see my prestige has jumped to 340.

00:04:49Then I realized that when I made the battery, I forgot to clear the log.

00:04:53Someone must have seen it.

00:04:54But the log doesn't bother me.

00:04:55It's not the blueprint.

00:04:57Besides, to use the battery, you need a special conductive port.

00:05:00My battery is still unique.

00:05:01Since prestige is useless for now, I dump it all into my crafting level.

00:05:05The craps system told me that until I hit level 2, my base science stats, excluding language, cannot exceed 60.

00:05:11The extra point in math was a bonus for years of funding.

00:05:14What a rip-off.

00:05:15But looking at my 300 over 1,000 XP bar, I feel much better.

00:05:18Level 2 crafting shouldn't be too hard.

00:05:20What's the wealth 2 XP rate?

00:05:22$10,000 equals 1 XP point.

00:05:24I knew it.

00:05:25It always comes back to money.

00:05:27I vow to only upgrade with prestige.

00:05:29This system won't get another cent from me starting now.

00:05:31At the airport, I see my parents holding signs, seeing the decked out couple guarded by about 7 to 8

00:05:36bodyguards.

00:05:37I start questioning reality.

00:05:38A luxury car?

00:05:39Bodyguards?

00:05:40Weren't we bankrupt?

00:05:41What's these?

00:05:42I walk over.

00:05:42My mother pulls me into a hug.

00:05:44Eli, I'm so sorry for leaving you alone abroad for so long.

00:05:47Look at you, you've lost so much weight.

00:05:49I told your father $8 million a month wasn't enough.

00:05:52It's my fault.

00:05:53I should have sent you more.

00:05:54My father's eyelids twitch.

00:05:56The wastrel duo is going to be trouble.

00:05:58Isn't your son spoiled enough?

00:06:00Mom, isn't our family bankrupt?

00:06:02Dad starts to speak, but mom cuts him off.

00:06:05His company is gone, but I still have money.

00:06:07Don't you worry.

00:06:07Tell me if you need cash.

00:06:09I'll give it to you.

00:06:10I'm alarmed.

00:06:11The system definitely heard that.

00:06:12It'll be asking for money any second now.

00:06:14As if to prove me right, I hear a ding.

00:06:16A task pops up on the panel.

00:06:18How can a master crafter not have their own company?

00:06:20As the sole heir of Lumitech, it's your solemn duty to save it.

00:06:24Task, clear all of Lumitech's debts, get operations running, and restart the business.

00:06:28Reward, 900 prestige points, 1 charm point and 1 free draw at the store.

00:06:33Seeing the task, I relax.

00:06:35It's a spending task.

00:06:37At least the money isn't going to the system.

00:06:39Dad, is the company really beyond saving?

00:06:41I ask tentatively.

00:06:42Dad looks at me, genuinely touched.

00:06:44You've finally grown up.

00:06:45Instead of asking for a handout, you're asking about the business.

00:06:48But it's hopeless.

00:06:49We're short on funds and competition has been brutal.

00:06:52We haven't had a good contract in years.

00:06:54I feel a pang of guilt.

00:06:55I'm sorry, if I hadn't kept using company money, it wouldn't have.

00:06:59But mom frowns.

00:07:00Eli, we don't blame you.

00:07:01All you did was spend some money.

00:07:03Your dad's lousy company wasn't making much.

00:07:05Even without you, it would have failed.

00:07:08Dad is clearly annoyed, but given his status at home, he stays quiet.

00:07:11And mom does have a point.

00:07:13Regardless of the primary cause of the bankruptcy, Lumitech has to survive now.

00:07:17Mom, how much money do you have?

00:07:20Though she loves me unconditionally, when I ask that, she still shudders.

00:07:24My dear son, after ruining your dad, is it finally my turn?

00:07:27I don't have much cash, but I have real estate and stocks with no ties to your dad's company.

00:07:32They're all yours.

00:07:33Mom, I want to save Lumitech.

00:07:35Is it enough?

00:07:36Mom's mouth falls open.

00:07:38Dad breaks out in a cold sweat.

00:07:40I went to such lengths to save a little nest egg.

00:07:42I can't let the wastrel burn through it.

00:07:44He clears his throat.

00:07:45My dad says, son, don't worry about the company.

00:07:48You're still young.

00:07:49Focus on your studies.

00:07:50I'll find you a new school soon.

00:07:52Just lie low and study for a few years.

00:07:54I ignore him.

00:07:55Clutching mom's arm, I beg her.

00:07:57Trust me.

00:07:58Give me the money.

00:07:59I'll save Lumitech.

00:08:00If I can ruin a company, I can certainly revive one too.

00:08:03Dad feels hopeless.

00:08:05Great.

00:08:05He's not going to stop spending.

00:08:07Why does this lifetime feel so long?

00:08:09After getting mom's phone, I start checking her assets immediately.

00:08:12Hoping it's enough to save Lumitech.

00:08:14Dad, roughly how much do we need?

00:08:16Dad's expression is blank.

00:08:17He stays silent, refusing to even answer the question.

00:08:20Mom swallows hard.

00:08:21The court is sealing it in two days.

00:08:23You can't gather enough cash in time.

00:08:26Hearing that, dad's face lights up.

00:08:27That's right.

00:08:28We have no liquid cash.

00:08:29Eli can't burn money that easily.

00:08:31I frown.

00:08:33What about a bank loan?

00:08:34A strange look crosses mom's face.

00:08:36She doesn't know how to respond.

00:08:38Dad, however, actually smiles.

00:08:40Do you think the bank will still lend us money?

00:08:42The bank is our biggest predator.

00:08:43They blacklisted us a long time ago.

00:08:45Do you know how hard I work just to save this much?

00:08:48I sigh and start brainstorming ways to get fast cash.

00:08:51We're not going home.

00:08:52I suddenly notice we aren't on the road to our house.

00:08:54Today is Olivia's 17th birthday.

00:08:56We're going over for dinner.

00:08:57Mom explains.

00:08:58My plan to save the bankrupt company scared mom.

00:09:01So she wants to save money where she can.

00:09:03Might as well take the free meal.

00:09:05Olivia?

00:09:05My eyes widen.

00:09:06No way.

00:09:07We're meeting her right now?

00:09:08Dad nods.

00:09:09Yes.

00:09:10But it's a shame.

00:09:11I got her father to sign a marriage contract while he was drunk.

00:09:14But I lost it.

00:09:15Latching onto them now would be too humiliating.

00:09:17Mom's too.

00:09:18How could you lose something so vital?

00:09:20You fool.

00:09:21We missed out on such a perfect daughter-in-law.

00:09:23I lower my head.

00:09:25Feeling guilty.

00:09:25The contract isn't lost.

00:09:27I stole it.

00:09:28To get money for the system.

00:09:29I took the contract to Olivia and sold it back to her for $50 million.

00:09:33It's the most absurd breakup in history.

00:09:35At first, Olivia thought she'd won.

00:09:36But soon, something felt wrong.

00:09:38I was the one calling it off.

00:09:40Yet she was the one paying me.

00:09:42She came looking for me later.

00:09:43But I'd already left.

00:09:44The matter was eventually dropped.

00:09:45I'm very reluctant to see her.

00:09:47I'm just about to refuse to go.

00:09:48When a thought hits me, will there be a lot of rich people at Olivia's birthday party?

00:09:53Most guests are wealthy.

00:09:54If not for my old friendship with Eric, we wouldn't even be invited.

00:09:57I chuckle.

00:09:58So many rich people.

00:09:59Isn't this my chance to get money?

00:10:00To complete the task, I'll have to put aside my pride.

00:10:03When we arrive at Ferrer Estate, we cause an immediate stir.

00:10:06The number one, wastrel in Ardenia.

00:10:08Tideport's biggest spender for the last decade.

00:10:10The legend has finally returned.

00:10:12Eli, you're finally back.

00:10:14I really couldn't survive without you.

00:10:16A chubby guy grabs my leg excitedly.

00:10:18I'm actually moved.

00:10:19His name is Sid Reyes.

00:10:20He was the one who looked after me when I had nothing.

00:10:23You know, without you for comparison.

00:10:25My dad gets so much angrier with me.

00:10:27He used to hit me once a week.

00:10:28Now it's three times a day.

00:10:29Life is brutal.

00:10:31Forget it.

00:10:31I'm done wasting money.

00:10:32From now on, I'm helping our family rise again.

00:10:35Sid's eyes go wide.

00:10:36Not wasting anymore?

00:10:37I don't bother explaining.

00:10:39I run to the side.

00:10:40Because a girl in a white dress is storming directly toward me.

00:10:43I turn around helplessly and give her a smile.

00:10:46Long time no see.

00:10:47Olivia, you've gotten even prettier.

00:10:49Olivia Ferrer just harems.

00:10:51I can't believe you came back.

00:10:52I thought you'd stay abroad forever.

00:10:54Of course not.

00:10:55I knew you missed me.

00:10:56So how could I stay away?

00:10:57I took the first flight back.

00:10:59I'm really pushing it just to finish the task.

00:11:01Happy birthday, Olivia.

00:11:02I pull a silver hair clip from my pocket.

00:11:04I'd originally bought it for my cousin.

00:11:06But I have to hand it over.

00:11:07Olivia was furious a moment ago.

00:11:09But now she's completely stunned.

00:11:11Blushing.

00:11:12She takes it and runs back inside.

00:11:13I sigh as I watch her go.

00:11:15She's become truly stunning over the last two years.

00:11:18That contract feels like a major loss for me now.

00:11:20The more I think, the more cheated I feel.

00:11:22Suddenly, an idea hits me.

00:11:24I run after Olivia.

00:11:25I've always believed that as a top-tier playboy, walking into a lady's room is totally normal.

00:11:30So, I saunter right into Olivia's bedroom.

00:11:33Olivia toys with the hair clip I gave her.

00:11:36Oblivious to my presence.

00:11:38Suddenly, a sharp scream escapes her lips.

00:11:40I quickly clap my hand over her mouth.

00:11:42Quiet.

00:11:42I'm not a bad guy.

00:11:44I can't afford to draw the crowd from downstairs up here.

00:11:46What do you want?

00:11:47Her face flushed a deep pink.

00:11:49This situation is way beyond anything she's ever experienced.

00:11:52I finally let her go.

00:11:53I want to discuss something with you.

00:11:55That marriage contract was just a copy.

00:11:58The original is still with me.

00:11:59For some reason, Olivia feels her heart racing.

00:12:02Sold off by my dad after just a few drinks.

00:12:05And to this wastrel, no less.

00:12:07But then she thinks, why does he look so handsome today?

00:12:10Alright, how about this?

00:12:12I won't ask for more.

00:12:13$50 million.

00:12:14Same as before.

00:12:15Transfer it now.

00:12:16And I'll get the original.

00:12:17You can destroy it yourself.

00:12:19No deal.

00:12:20You be time star.

00:12:20Get lost.

00:12:22Her furious scream is loud enough for half the manor to hear.

00:12:25As I slink out of Olivia's room, every single person is staring at me.

00:12:29As expected, the number one wastrel has balls of steel.

00:12:33Mr. Farer, would you believe me?

00:12:35It was just business.

00:12:36What do you think?

00:12:37Suddenly, a fist the size of a sandbag comes flying straight at my face.

00:12:41I end up eating dinner with a massive black eye.

00:12:44The food tasted awful.

00:12:45Mom looks at me with pure pity.

00:12:46Mom dabs medicine on my face every few minutes.

00:12:49Dad, however, just smirks.

00:12:51Stick to wasting money, son.

00:12:53Why mess with the young lady instead?

00:12:55Eric did a good job.

00:12:56I shoot a resentful glance at Olivia.

00:12:58She's making a smug, silly face at me, which only frustrates me more.

00:13:02As dinner winds down, I wait for Eric Farer to step away.

00:13:06I quietly sneak over to Olivia.

00:13:07Olivia, you have a microphone somewhere, right?

00:13:10Can I borrow it?

00:13:11She knows she should ignore me, but she still asks naturally, why do you need it?

00:13:15I look at her, my gaze deep and expression serious.

00:13:18I have an important announcement to make.

00:13:20Everyone needs to hear this.

00:13:22Olivia covers her burning cheeks.

00:13:24Is he going to confess publicly?

00:13:25I'm not ready for this.

00:13:26No wonder he brought up the contract.

00:13:29But he's a wastrel, though he is rather good looking.

00:13:31Even with that swollen black eye.

00:13:33In that short time frame, a million thoughts flash through her mind, and she freezes up.

00:13:38Can I, Olivia?

00:13:40Somehow, she finds herself nodding.

00:13:42Where is it?

00:13:42She points toward a nearby cabinet, head lowered to avoid my gaze.

00:13:46Maybe I should go hide.

00:13:48I'm really not ready for this.

00:13:50I don't notice the change in Olivia's look.

00:13:52Once I have the mic, I clear my throat and jump right into it.

00:13:55Good evening, everyone.

00:13:57As my voice fills the room, I'm once again the center of attention.

00:14:00Eric takes a seat next to dad, and shoots my parents a confused look.

00:14:04Mom and dad just stare at each other, wide-eyed.

00:14:07Growing up, they could never guess what I'd do next.

00:14:09Eric glances at his daughter.

00:14:11Seeing her flushed and flustered, his fist tightens.

00:14:14That brat, if he tries anything stupid, I'll blacken his other eye too.

00:14:18Everyone thinks I'm a wastrel.

00:14:19But I'm here to say that's just a prejudice.

00:14:22Not only can I spend money, but I can make it too.

00:14:24Sid, sitting below, scratches his head, worried.

00:14:27Is he really going to change?

00:14:28Won't that make me to know?

00:14:29One wastrel then?

00:14:30When I returned, I heard about Lumitech's bankruptcy.

00:14:33I feel immense guilt, as the sole heir of Lumitech.

00:14:36It's my duty to save it.

00:14:37The wealthy elites exchange glances.

00:14:39What's he up to?

00:14:40Saving Lumitech?

00:14:41What a load of nonsense.

00:14:42Olivia stares, completely baffled.

00:14:44This isn't what she expected at all.

00:14:45What is this strange sense of disappointment?

00:14:48I'll change your opinions about me.

00:14:49I'm going to tell everyone.

00:14:51I'm actually a rare genius, not some low-life wastrel.

00:14:54And I'll prove you all wrong.

00:14:56Everyone's speechless.

00:14:56And how will you save Lumitech, Mr. Bly?

00:14:59Easy.

00:15:00Pay the debts and launch a massive new project.

00:15:02Laughter explodes.

00:15:03Sounds easy.

00:15:04But do you have the money or even a pitch?

00:15:06I don't care about their ridicule.

00:15:08As a top-tier spender, I'm used to it.

00:15:10I know none of you will loan us cash, so I'm offering a fair trade.

00:15:13I just tallied my family's assets.

00:15:14We have land and properties sitting idle.

00:15:17Pay me 70% of the market value, and the deal is yours, right now.

00:15:21No tricks.

00:15:22Cash only.

00:15:23The entire room, falls utterly silent.

00:15:25Everyone stares at me, mouths agape.

00:15:27Then, someone finally cracks up.

00:15:29Instantly, the whole room is roaring with laughter.

00:15:31Only Sid looks at me with teary eyes.

00:15:33That's my best friend for you.

00:15:34Others turn to look at my parents.

00:15:36They're remarkable for raising him.

00:15:38My parents look mortified, wishing they could vanish on the spot.

00:15:41If they could, they'd probably disown me now.

00:15:43I continue, don't look at my parents.

00:15:45They follow my lead.

00:15:46If you want in, move fast.

00:15:48This deal is time-sensitive.

00:15:49Miss it, and it's gone.

00:15:51Remember, land always holds its value, and houses are a necessity.

00:15:54Well, seeing the blatant greed and desire in their eyes, my heart finally settles.

00:15:59The funds are secured.

00:16:01Lumitech actually has a chance.

00:16:02In less than 10 minutes, I sell off the last of the Bly assets and pull in exactly $3 billion.

00:16:07This should be enough.

00:16:09Seeing the new account balance, dad can only swallow his tears.

00:16:12Eli means well.

00:16:13Guess I'll just have to keep hustling.

00:16:15Mr. Bly, you're the top philanthropist.

00:16:17Someone toasts me with champagne.

00:16:19I happily down the glass.

00:16:20You flatter me, Mr. Makin.

00:16:22But I'm just doing business, not charity.

00:16:24John Makin tries his best to stop laughing.

00:16:26I understand.

00:16:27You're loyal to kin and country.

00:16:29A truly great man.

00:16:30I chuckle.

00:16:31It's the first time I've been called that.

00:16:32It feels pretty good.

00:16:33I continue, since we're business partners now.

00:16:36Here's a friendly reminder.

00:16:37If you want Lumitech stock, act fast.

00:16:39You might not get the chance later.

00:16:41Clutching their stomachs.

00:16:42The guests make a quick exit.

00:16:43I can't stay a second longer.

00:16:45Or the wastrel will have us dying of laughter.

00:16:47The crowd thins, and we start to follow suit.

00:16:49But Olivia pulls me into her room.

00:16:51It's not the first time anyway.

00:16:52Olivia asks, are you really that broke?

00:16:54Pretty much.

00:16:56Lumitech is barely hanging on.

00:16:57I had to do it.

00:16:58But dad says that it's not just a money problem.

00:17:01Will this really help?

00:17:02Trust me.

00:17:03I'll make Lumitech the guiding star for humanity.

00:17:06Olivia adorably rolls her eyes.

00:17:08After much hesitation, she pulls a black card from her nightstand.

00:17:11My pocket money from the last two years.

00:17:13It's likely under $60 million.

00:17:14The pin is my birthday.

00:17:16Here.

00:17:16My eyes light up.

00:17:17I sheepishly accept the card.

00:17:19What a sweet girl.

00:17:20But, wow.

00:17:20Is she rich?

00:17:21$60 million in just two years.

00:17:23That's just like the me, back then.

00:17:24Don't worry.

00:17:25I'll give you the real contract.

00:17:27Negative 100% authentic.

00:17:28Get lost.

00:17:29It's a good thing I dodge fast.

00:17:30And managed to save my other eye.

00:17:32Selling off those assets didn't just raise cash.

00:17:34It also gave me 100 prestige points.

00:17:37I don't know how the TCS calculates.

00:17:38The prestige from losing several billion can't compare to one high school lab project.

00:17:43In the car, I ask.

00:17:44Dad, is the money enough?

00:17:46Dad sighs helplessly.

00:17:47Son, it was never about the money.

00:17:49Lumitech's been stuck for months.

00:17:50No orders, no projects.

00:17:52That's the real issue.

00:17:53I give a small smile, and pat my chest.

00:17:56Don't worry.

00:17:57Get the company running again.

00:17:58I'll bring in the orders.

00:17:59Dad doesn't know what to say.

00:18:00A kid who's matured just a little bit is the most dangerous.

00:18:04Next morning, I'm up super early.

00:18:06Downstairs, I catch Dad just as he's heading out.

00:18:09Going to the office, Dad?

00:18:10Yeah, time is tight.

00:18:11Given the situation, I'll give it another shot.

00:18:14I'm deeply moved.

00:18:15I swear I'll make him the richest man alive.

00:18:17That way, he can finally enjoy life.

00:18:19Dad, use this chance to clean house at the company.

00:18:22Kick out all those leeches, I add.

00:18:24Dad purses his lips.

00:18:25He was ahead of me on that.

00:18:27A crisis reveals someone's true colors.

00:18:29He's finally seen their real faces.

00:18:31For Lumitech to rise again, the leeches have to be purged.

00:18:34As for projects, don't worry, Dad.

00:18:36I'll land us a massive contract today.

00:18:38Then we'll plan our move.

00:18:39Dad stops in his tracks.

00:18:40Son, are you still dreaming?

00:18:42Go back to bed.

00:18:43You're still a growing boy.

00:18:44I'm used to being underestimated.

00:18:46Just wait, Dad.

00:18:47I'll bring home a Titan Group contract tonight.

00:18:49Titan Group?

00:18:50Dad laughs.

00:18:51A global top 100 company.

00:18:53You sure can dream.

00:18:54At the office, Dad recalls today's Tideport meeting to find Titan Group, assembly partners.

00:18:59But as it stands, Lumitech is unqualified.

00:19:02He shakes his head and stops thinking about it.

00:19:05Dad quickly dives back into his work.

00:19:07He has to admit, my gopher broke move, rekindled some of his entrepreneurial passion.

00:19:13Meanwhile, after breakfast, I grab a shared bike and head toward Titan Square.

00:19:17I had to, I sold all the cars last night.

00:19:20Besides the bidding, Titan Group is holding a press conference.

00:19:23The square is packed with industry peers and reporters.

00:19:26Seeing the massive crowd, my blood starts pumping.

00:19:29From the peak, a man surveys his world.

00:19:31Just as I'm feeling epic, a familiar sports car drives past.

00:19:34Eli, what are you doing here?

00:19:36It's Sid, he's driving one of our sold cars.

00:19:39The only comfort is Sid paid well over market value.

00:19:42A sort of merciful, charitable rate.

00:19:44I'm here on business.

00:19:45You, why are you here?

00:19:46We're here for the bid.

00:19:48Dad insisted I get some exposure.

00:19:49My eyes light up, so you have an invitation from Titan Group?

00:19:53I was stressing about getting in.

00:19:54Then, boom, you show up.

00:19:56Yeah, Dad gave me one.

00:19:58He told me to check out their tech.

00:19:59That's good.

00:20:00Very good.

00:20:01Take me with you.

00:20:02I casually climb into my old car.

00:20:04Sid panics a little.

00:20:05Why?

00:20:06To talk business with them, don't you have an invite?

00:20:08I forgot to bring it.

00:20:10Compared to the busy square, the building itself is much quieter.

00:20:13After all, few qualify for the bid.

00:20:15As most are local firms, everyone is shocked to see me.

00:20:19What's this wastrel doing here?

00:20:21Mr. Bly, is Lumatec bidding too?

00:20:24Though they know it's impossible.

00:20:26Someone still asks.

00:20:27I shake my head.

00:20:28No, I'm here to discuss a partnership.

00:20:31As expected, jokes follow me everywhere.

00:20:33And what partnership would that be, Mr. Bly?

00:20:36To develop a new phone.

00:20:38Sophieville walks in right then.

00:20:39She sees the chaos and wrinkles her nose at the lack of manners in Tideport.

00:20:44I've read all your project proposals.

00:20:46The CEO had to head back to HQ.

00:20:48I have a press conference soon.

00:20:50So every company gets three minutes to provide further explanation.

00:20:53Time is of the essence.

00:20:55Sophie's always efficient.

00:20:56Getting straight to the point.

00:20:57I'm thrilled to see her.

00:20:59It's someone I actually know.

00:21:00Talk about a lucky day.

00:21:01Sophie notices me too.

00:21:02She find it odd that I'm here.

00:21:04But she doesn't say a word.

00:21:05She's swamped and has no time for me.

00:21:07Half an hour later, Sophie closes her laptop.

00:21:09Once we've decided, we'll notify you.

00:21:11Or those interested in our conference.

00:21:13We've saved you seats.

00:21:15I stand up.

00:21:16Sophie, wait.

00:21:17I have something to tell you.

00:21:18Mr. Bly, please call me Miss Bill.

00:21:20And whatever it is can wait.

00:21:22No, it's urgent.

00:21:23Sophie.

00:21:23I have something to show you.

00:21:25The crowd is left speechless.

00:21:27They're used to hearing nonsense.

00:21:28From the local idiot.

00:21:30Back in the office, Sophie stares at me, exasperated.

00:21:33Spill it.

00:21:33What do you want, exactly?

00:21:35Lumitech wants to work with Titan Group.

00:21:37Sophie shakes her head.

00:21:38I spoke to Victor two weeks ago.

00:21:39Bankruptcy is his best case scenario.

00:21:41I won't risk Titan's reputation to help you.

00:21:43Sophie, have you heard of graphene?

00:21:45I have.

00:21:46It's a hot topic lately.

00:21:47But new materials like that are usually scams.

00:21:49I made it.

00:21:50It only takes two minutes to charge and lasts for five hours.

00:21:53Its capacity is triple that of lithium.

00:21:55Sophie frowns.

00:21:56Eli, so you don't just waste money.

00:21:58You spout total nonsense too.

00:22:00I pull out the battery sample.

00:22:01Do you have a lab here?

00:22:02Seeing how serious I am, Sophie sighs and makes the call.

00:22:06Is Professor Reed in?

00:22:07Have him wait for me in the lab.

00:22:09Sophie gives me a warning look.

00:22:11You better not be playing me.

00:22:12An hour later, I've secured a deal with Titan Group.

00:22:15I walk out of the building, beaming.

00:22:17Sid asks, Eli, did Titan Group say yes?

00:22:20Of course.

00:22:21They jumped at the chance.

00:22:22Sid isn't convinced.

00:22:24He's always believed that I'm a wastrel because I'm wired wrong.

00:22:27Now, it seems I've gotten even worse.

00:22:29What's that red mark on your face?

00:22:31My face heats up.

00:22:32It's all Sophie's fault for her lack of restraint.

00:22:34When the experiment worked, she kissed me.

00:22:37How unprofessional of her.

00:22:38Nothing.

00:22:38Sophie just accidentally kissed me.

00:22:40Eli, how about I drive you to the hospital?

00:22:42Nah, just take me home.

00:22:44Titan Group's press conference is a total success.

00:22:46But the business world cares less about that than they do about Sophie's announcement.

00:22:51Titan Group and Lumitech will partner to develop a next-generation phone, a corporate giant at its peak.

00:22:58Teaming up with a nearly bankrupt company to pitch next-gen tech seems bizarre from every angle.

00:23:02Tideport's elite circles are buzzing with talk.

00:23:05As for dad, it's only when the shareholders burst in to congratulate him that he actually learns the news.

00:23:10Victor, I didn't expect you to have such an ace up your sleeve.

00:23:13You're too much.

00:23:15Victor, all this time, you hid the fact that you had Titan's backing.

00:23:18We'll definitely make a comeback, and reclaim our glory.

00:23:21Don't worry, Victor.

00:23:22Just go for it.

00:23:23We've got your back.

00:23:24Whatever you need us to do, just say the word.

00:23:26Dad is speechless.

00:23:28Are these really the same people who wouldn't even see him months ago?

00:23:31How incredibly unreliable.

00:23:33Lumitech really does need to clean house.

00:23:35Later.

00:23:35Victor, you truly are ruthless.

00:23:37I've clearly misjudged you.

00:23:38But Titan's backing isn't a free pass.

00:23:40Their standards are brutal.

00:23:42Lumitech is bound to embarrass itself.

00:23:44That's right, Victor.

00:23:46Don't get cocky.

00:23:46With that wastrel son of yours, he'll just burn through everything you earn.

00:23:50When you hit a dead end, don't come crying to me.

00:23:53Dad just leans back, nonchalant.

00:23:55He can't be bothered to argue with them.

00:23:56After shooing them out, he hurries home.

00:23:59He doesn't believe I actually landed the Titan group deal.

00:24:02But I said I'd secure one this morning.

00:24:05And by the afternoon, it was official.

00:24:07It's all just very strange to him.

00:24:09When he gets home, I'm hunched over my laptop, tinkering with something.

00:24:13Truth is, I'm testing my new abilities.

00:24:16The system claims, a 60 base score already makes me a rare genius.

00:24:20But I need to see for myself.

00:24:21I still need to test it.

00:24:23Things went so smoothly today that I rushed home to run some tests.

00:24:25The results are satisfying.

00:24:27I solved competition level math, physics, and chemistry problems without breaking a sweat.

00:24:31What really shocks me are my language skills.

00:24:34Regardless of the language, spoken or written, I understand it perfectly.

00:24:37I'm just that good.

00:24:38I laugh out loud.

00:24:39Being a genius really is exhilarating.

00:24:41What's gotten into you?

00:24:42Did you actually go to Titan group today?

00:24:44Did they bully you?

00:24:45Dad looks at me, his face full of worry.

00:24:47Seeing him, I close my laptop and try to act normal.

00:24:50I casually pull a crumpled document from under me and hand it over.

00:24:54What are you talking about?

00:24:55Why would they bully me?

00:24:56This is the preliminary agreement.

00:24:58Take a look.

00:24:59We signed the official contract in three days.

00:25:01Dad glares at me for sitting on such an important document.

00:25:04But instead of scolding me, he starts reading intently.

00:25:07After one pass, he sucks in a sharp breath.

00:25:09It really is a partnership.

00:25:11Not outsourcing or assembly, but an equal partnership.

00:25:14How's that possible?

00:25:15Victor asks.

00:25:16Who signed this with you?

00:25:17Isn't Sophie's name on it?

00:25:19Sophie's already the VP of the company.

00:25:20Looks like the bills want her to lead.

00:25:22Dad still doesn't understand.

00:25:24Sophie is so sharp.

00:25:26She scares even me.

00:25:27Why would she sign this with you?

00:25:29Eli, did Sophie force you into agreeing to something?

00:25:32I'm speechless.

00:25:33I hand the laptop to Dad.

00:25:35What?

00:25:35Am I someone who sells himself?

00:25:37I use this to strike the deal.

00:25:38Lumitech shares the tech.

00:25:40And we develop their next flagship together.

00:25:42This will put us back on the map.

00:25:44Dad goes silent.

00:25:46He's already lost in the notes for the graphene battery.

00:25:49It takes him a full 30 minutes to finish reading.

00:25:51He's visibly shaken.

00:25:52The weight of these notes, rivals the Titan group deal itself.

00:25:56Now he understands why Sophie signed.

00:25:58If it were him, he'd do anything, even selling himself.

00:26:00He rushes into my room and asks excitedly.

00:26:02Son, where did you get this?

00:26:04You didn't rob the National Lab, did you?

00:26:06I'm beyond annoyed.

00:26:07Dad, I never doubted your business skills.

00:26:09So why doubt my genius?

00:26:11I researched this myself.

00:26:12That's the most absurd thing he's heard all day, hands down.

00:26:16He has no idea how I actually did it, but he's pacing with excitement anyway.

00:26:20Finally, he calms down.

00:26:22Then it hits him.

00:26:23I think we made a bad deal.

00:26:24How can you just give Titan group this amazing tech for free?

00:26:27I declare righteously, because I'm a patriot.

00:26:30Relax, Dad.

00:26:31This is just child's play.

00:26:32In two years, new tech will replace it.

00:26:34We aren't losing out.

00:26:35This shows sincerity.

00:26:37And in return, Titan group will treat us well.

00:26:39Lumitech will rise much faster this way.

00:26:41New tech, Dad is stunned.

00:26:43It's all beyond his imagination.

00:26:44In the future, Lumitech won't just make phones.

00:26:47Quantum tech, shuttles, starships.

00:26:50All of it, I continue painting a grand vision.

00:26:52Dad, dazed, says, my son, you've really grown up.

00:26:55I was going to save up to get you into a regular school.

00:26:58But with your ambition, you deserve a top university.

00:27:00Pay for school, I chuckle.

00:27:02Does a genius like me need to pay?

00:27:04Right then, a ding sounds in my mind.

00:27:06The system issues a new task.

00:27:08I suddenly realized that the host is not yet 18 years old.

00:27:11Go to college.

00:27:12Show off your talents.

00:27:13Outshine the geniuses of your era.

00:27:15Just like the greats before you.

00:27:16Task.

00:27:17Pass the Orion University admissions exam with full marks in every subject.

00:27:21Reward.

00:27:2110,000 prestige.

00:27:22One charm point.

00:27:23One freshman gift pack.

00:27:24Two store vouchers worth $5 million.

00:27:27Usable with wealth points only.

00:27:28While I'm reading the task, Dad is busy scouting for decent schools.

00:27:32Tideport Business School is close, but it's expensive.

00:27:34A friend had to donate a wing to get his kid in.

00:27:36WCU is further away, but the tuition is reasonable.

00:27:39Vortec is good too.

00:27:40Several friends bought their way in.

00:27:42I interrupt him.

00:27:43I want to go to Orion U.

00:27:45What?

00:27:46Dad freezes.

00:27:47The surprises just keep coming today, one after another.

00:27:50Orion U is Ardenia's top university, ranked in the global top 20.

00:27:54Anyone who gets in is essentially the cream of the crop.

00:27:57Elite schools like that, are always tough to get into.

00:27:59Orion U never uses the standard entrance exams.

00:28:02They set their own tests, and admissions, to even sit for the official exam.

00:28:06You first need an invitation.

00:28:08That alone wipes out 99% of candidates.

00:28:10Out of 10,000 applicants, only 500 are admitted.

00:28:13Every single one is a genius among geniuses.

00:28:16So when I say I want Orion U, Dad's mixed feelings are expected.

00:28:19In the past, he would have talked me out of such an unrealistic goal.

00:28:23But things are different now.

00:28:24Someone who can build a game-changing graphene battery has to be a genius.

00:28:28Letting him take the exam won't hurt.

00:28:29Even a failure is a lesson.

00:28:31The only problem is, how to get the invite.

00:28:34Besides the exam, Orion U has a talent track.

00:28:36But the deadline has already passed.

00:28:38And what talent would he show?

00:28:39Is he going to show the professors the graphene battery?

00:28:42That could jeopardize the Titan deal.

00:28:44Dad is at a total loss.

00:28:46If we wait until after the launch, will they still take you?

00:28:49Sensing his dilemma, I say, Dad, you've got it wrong.

00:28:52I'm going to Orion U by passing the exam.

00:28:55Dad's eyes go wide.

00:28:56Eli, do you know how hard that test is?

00:28:58You have to excel in every subject.

00:29:00I know you're good at chemistry and electronics.

00:29:02But what about the rest?

00:29:03You're doubting my genius?

00:29:05When have I ever let you down on a test?

00:29:07Dad nods.

00:29:08But the problem is, since you were a kid, you've barely taken any exams.

00:29:13Whenever the schedule drops, you go on vacation.

00:29:16Plus, the invites are already out.

00:29:18How will I get one?

00:29:19I smile.

00:29:20Dad, did you forget?

00:29:21Dad, I'm an overseas student, only the domestics out, the overseas is pending, Cedar High is a top tier school,

00:29:27I'm an excellent student, so surely I can get an invite.

00:29:30Dad winces.

00:29:32This son of mine, really has endless ways to burn money.

00:29:35Are you sure?

00:29:37Yeah, Dad nods.

00:29:39I understand, prepare well, don't stress.

00:29:41Too much, failing's no big deal.

00:29:44We're used to it.

00:29:45I just shake my head, proving I'm a genius won't be easy, after our talk.

00:29:49Dad leaves to hammer out, the details with Titan Group.

00:29:52He's also busy restructuring the lab, and refocusing Lumitech's goals.

00:29:56He'll be swamped for a while, but I have it easy, after looking at Orion U's past exams, I relax.

00:30:02These are the questions they use to screen, in the following days.

00:30:05I don't sit idle, I put my computer skills to work and make a name in the hacker world.

00:30:09Sadly, I use an alias, I don't earn any prestige points.

00:30:12I'm not doing it for fame anyway.

00:30:14It's all about the money, while I'm set on using prestige to upgrade, passive internet giants,

00:30:19and fix some of their long-standing security bugs.

00:30:21I pocket $20 million in commissions, and become a consultant for both.

00:30:25I have to say, these tech giants are loaded.

00:30:28No wonder everyone's in computer science.

00:30:30Meanwhile, the news spreads like wildfire in hacker circles.

00:30:33They see me as a legend and dub me, King.

00:30:35I just lounge at home all day.

00:30:37This worries Mom, he's off the cash, and on the laptop.

00:30:41Is this really my son?

00:30:42I don't bother explaining, Dad is so busy, he barely sleeps, so he has no energy, to worry

00:30:47about me.

00:30:48Finally, Orion U's exam day arrives.

00:30:50I grab two pens, hop on a shared bike, and head to the exam site.

00:30:53Between local and overseas invites.

00:30:56Orion U only send 300 to Tideport.

00:30:59But when I reach Tideport High, the only exam site here, I find a massive crowd waiting.

00:31:03300 people?

00:31:04Try 3000.

00:31:05The school isn't even on break.

00:31:06I freeze, soon, I run into Cid on the sidewalk.

00:31:09He clears things up for me.

00:31:10Eli, I heard you're trying for Orion U.

00:31:12I thought it was a joke.

00:31:13How do you keep finding new ways to burn money?

00:31:15I can only sigh in exasperation.

00:31:17A decade of prejudice, won't vanish overnight.

00:31:20I skip the explanation, and ask, are you here for the exam too?

00:31:24Cid shakes his head.

00:31:25I'm not that brave.

00:31:26I'm just here to soak up the genius vibes.

00:31:29Everyone testing today is elite.

00:31:31Maybe I'll pick up some luck, and crush the SATs next month.

00:31:34You really think of everything, but there are way too many people here for vibes.

00:31:38There are only 300 of us.

00:31:39There might not be enough.

00:31:41Cid looks at me with disdain.

00:31:42You don't count, Eli.

00:31:44How unlucky of me to run into you.

00:31:45There go my hopes for a genius aura.

00:31:47By the way, my family landed Titan's OEM deal.

00:31:50We'll be working with Lumitech a lot now.

00:31:52Really?

00:31:53Congrats.

00:31:54Cid doesn't look as happy as I'd expect.

00:31:56But Eli, how did Lumitech actually manage to latch onto Titan Group?

00:32:00It's the industry's biggest mystery this year.

00:32:02What do you mean?

00:32:03Titan Group begged to partner with us.

00:32:06Lumitech's potential is beyond your imagination.

00:32:09Cid doesn't believe me.

00:32:10Instead, he leans in and whispers, did you hear the rumor?

00:32:13Eli, word is Sophieville has a thing for you.

00:32:15To clear your wastrel name, you allegedly spent a week with her.

00:32:19That's why Titan Group is helping Lumitech.

00:32:22I'm furious.

00:32:23Who's spreading this crap?

00:32:24I'd sooner sell my soul than sell my body.

00:32:27I believe you, obviously.

00:32:29But you've been missing in action lately.

00:32:31And you have to admit, you've got the face of a top-tier sugar baby.

00:32:35Exactly.

00:32:36I'm not just the top idiot.

00:32:37I've always been a favorite of wealthy women.

00:32:39Especially now, with my system-enhanced charm.

00:32:41Even Cid thinks I'm good-looking now.

00:32:44I feel like crying.

00:32:45I've been at home making money this whole time.

00:32:48Cid pats me sympathetically.

00:32:49I know you're making money.

00:32:50You're really working hard at it.

00:32:52I guess I need to curb my own spending too.

00:32:54Can't end up like you.

00:32:56I kick the idiot.

00:32:57Done with this conversation.

00:32:59I head inside to find the exam hall.

00:33:01Outside the hall, I see another familiar face.

00:33:04Olivia.

00:33:04Unlike me, she didn't get her invite at the last second.

00:33:07She's been a top student her entire life.

00:33:09The classic golden child.

00:33:10When she sees me, her face shifts from happy to angry to resentful.

00:33:14Then she just sighs.

00:33:15Every emotion hits her at once.

00:33:17Having no clue what's going on in her head.

00:33:18I just grin and wave.

00:33:20Olivia.

00:33:21Ready for the exam?

00:33:22With your brains, you'll be fine.

00:33:24After six years, we'll be classmates again.

00:33:27Don't worry.

00:33:28I teased you in elementary school.

00:33:30But in college, I've got your back.

00:33:32Olivia doesn't even know why she's mad.

00:33:34Is it my cocky attitude?

00:33:35The way I'm laughing without a care?

00:33:37Or those stupid rumors?

00:33:38She stomps her feet and walks into the hall.

00:33:41Before leaving, she turns back.

00:33:43Good luck.

00:33:43Just treat it as practice for the SATs.

00:33:45After Orion used general admission.

00:33:47Everyone else faces the standard entrance exams.

00:33:50Mff.

00:33:51You're looking down on me.

00:33:52When you're stumped in college, don't you dare come crying to me.

00:33:55You'll have to pay me at least $1 million for me to forgive you.

00:33:59Eli, be serious, please.

00:34:00The SATs are in a week.

00:34:02Don't you want to study in Pilar?

00:34:03Seeing me just staring at her, completely unconcerned with my studies.

00:34:06Olivia is both frustrated and annoyed.

00:34:08Why are boys so immature?

00:34:10If you want to keep looking at me, you're going to have to work for it.

00:34:13Otherwise, how can we be together later?

00:34:15I wipe the drool from my mouth.

00:34:17I'm focused.

00:34:18Olivia, you're too pretty.

00:34:19My attention got diverted a little.

00:34:21Olivia feels exasperated.

00:34:22I really can't deal with this idiot.

00:34:24If you don't get into university in Pilar, I'll never talk to you again.

00:34:27And we won't be able to meet for a very long time.

00:34:30I grab Olivia's hand.

00:34:31Don't worry.

00:34:32Orion U releases the results tomorrow.

00:34:34You'll find out then.

00:34:35I promise I'll go there with you.

00:34:37What major should I pick?

00:34:38Maybe I should study medicine too.

00:34:40Then I can protect you, and keep the fools from chasing you.

00:34:43Olivia huffs angrily.

00:34:44Eli, I'm telling you, stop dreaming and stay level-headed.

00:34:49Wow.

00:34:49A pretty girl looks good even when she's mad.

00:34:52The gods really spoiled Olivia.

00:34:54While the two of us nervously cram, the Orion U forums are buzzing about the exam results.

00:34:59Even after the exam ended, the hype around this year's exam never died down, because

00:35:04it's said to be the hardest in history.

00:35:06Even Orion U's current sophomores and juniors struggled to finish the paper in time.

00:35:10Many guess that just passing will be enough to guarantee a spot.

00:35:14In previous years, you needed at least 70%.

00:35:17After all, these are the nation's top students.

00:35:19This year, hitting 70% would likely put you in the top 100, 80%.

00:35:23In any other year, that would make you a contender for the ace.

00:35:27As for scoring above 90%, no one expects anyone to reach that, given how brutal the questions

00:35:32were.

00:35:32With such fierce competition, Orion U intentionally made the exam a gauntlet.

00:35:36They want to find real prodigies and test the limits of you, due to the extreme difficulty.

00:35:41Everyone is focused on this year's ace.

00:35:44The Orion U forum admin even posted, this year's ace will be the aciest of all.

00:35:48No contest.

00:35:49With all the hype, everyone is dying to know who it is.

00:35:53Various geniuses seen as contenders were hounded by the media before.

00:35:57The only regret was, no one could track down Olivia.

00:36:00No Tideport reporter would have guessed she was busy tutoring me all day, leaving no time

00:36:05for them.

00:36:06Oh, didn't someone in Tideport finish early?

00:36:08He said the exam was easy, and that he'd get full marks.

00:36:11Is he the ace?

00:36:12Dude, you're drunk.

00:36:13I know the guy you mean.

00:36:14Tideport's notorious wastrel.

00:36:16Famous for being a slacker.

00:36:17He paid for his invite.

00:36:18How could he be the ace?

00:36:19Stop guessing.

00:36:20We'll find out tomorrow anyway.

00:36:22The forums keep buzzing.

00:36:23But things are peaceful where I am.

00:36:24Why debate when the answer is obvious?

00:36:26I use the problem-solving card, so if I'm not the ace, wouldn't I be letting the system

00:36:30down?

00:36:31Since Olivia wants to check her results, she gave me the day off so she could sleep in

00:36:35late.

00:36:36I wonder how she'll react when she sees my name.

00:36:38Ding.

00:36:39Congrats.

00:36:39Post.

00:36:40Main task completed.

00:36:41You got into Orion U with a perfect score.

00:36:43Rewards have been granted.

00:36:45Join Ardenia's top university and begin your legend.

00:36:48The system's alert wakes me up.

00:36:50I sit up in bed and open the system panel.

00:36:52Post.

00:36:53Elliot Life.

00:36:53Crafting level.

00:36:542 prestige, 10,000, 500 wealth, $28.62 million.

00:36:58Appearance, 90.

00:36:59Basic sciences, math, 61.

00:37:01Physics, 60 chemistry, 60 biology, 60 data science, 60.

00:37:05Language, 100.

00:37:06I'm thrilled by the mountain of prestige points.

00:37:09Main tasks are the best.

00:37:10One easy exam and I get 10,000 prestige.

00:37:12That means 10 points for my science stats.

00:37:14A few more like this and I'm set.

00:37:16Once the excitement fades, I realize this massive prestige boost is because I'm the perfect

00:37:20score ace.

00:37:21I still have preparations to make.

00:37:23I rush downstairs, where mom is making lunch.

00:37:25Where's dad?

00:37:26At work.

00:37:26Why?

00:37:27Mom looks confused.

00:37:28I'll call him myself.

00:37:30Reporters might swarm the office for me.

00:37:32He needs to tighten security.

00:37:33A lot of people might show up here too.

00:37:35We should alert the guards.

00:37:37Son, what's going on?

00:37:39Mom starts to panic.

00:37:40I chuckle.

00:37:41Mom, don't you know, Orion U posts the results today?

00:37:44I think so.

00:37:45But why does that matter to us?

00:37:46Mom's puzzle.

00:37:47I did as usual, got full marks, and became the ace.

00:37:50I replied, smiling.

00:37:52I'm gonna check Olivia's results.

00:37:53I head back upstairs, leaving mom frozen in place.

00:37:56My son, Elliot Bly, is a perfect score ace.

00:37:59How absurd is that?

00:38:01Over at Olivia's, she stares at the results, blinking as if she'd seen a ghost.

00:38:05How's that possible?

00:38:07Am I seeing things?

00:38:09Or is Orion U system glitching?

00:38:11Perfect scores are reviewed multiple times, including a check of the exam footage.

00:38:16This can't be an error.

00:38:18Nearby, at the Myers home, Katie Myers collapses.

00:38:21Thinking about our bet, her face pales.

00:38:23No, oh no, I have to confess to him.

00:38:25Wouldn't that make me the bad girl?

00:38:27Who steals her best friend's guy?

00:38:29Elliot is such a J times RK.

00:38:31Meanwhile, dad is in a meeting, discussing my patent management idea.

00:38:37Mr. Bly, the media has swarmed the building.

00:38:40Tideport broadcasting included.

00:38:41The lobby is nearly packed.

00:38:43They want an interview, and an exclusive.

00:38:45I can't hold them back.

00:38:47What's going on?

00:38:48But a thought hits dad, and his face pales.

00:38:52Did news of the graphene battery leak?

00:38:54It's still in safety tests.

00:38:56Nothing's running it yet.

00:38:57Titan Group wouldn't leak it, right?

00:38:59Reporters are camped downstairs, insisting on an interview with you, Mr. Bly.

00:39:04Have them wait in reception.

00:39:05What do they even want to talk about?

00:39:08Lumitech, just escaped bankruptcy.

00:39:10We're a blank slate right now.

00:39:12It's chaos downstairs.

00:39:14I rushed up to tell you, so I didn't get all the details.

00:39:17But it sounds like it has something to do with Elliot being an ace.

00:39:20What?

00:39:21Dad and everyone else in the room, stare at the secretary in shock.

00:39:25What, did you say?

00:39:26Ace?

00:39:27Dad's voice shakes a little.

00:39:28This wastrel son of mine, he actually got into Orion Youth, and as the ace too?

00:39:33Mr. Bly.

00:39:34Let's check right now.

00:39:35A young manager starts searching on his laptop.

00:39:38Dad rushes over.

00:39:39Top scorer, Elliot Bly, Tideport, negative 350 points.

00:39:43The manager asks, Mr. Bly.

00:39:44Does anyone else in Tideport share your son's name?

00:39:47It really is him.

00:39:48Another employee exclaims, the name matches the invitation I bought.

00:39:52I processed it late, so his exam number is at the end.

00:39:55Dad explodes with laughter.

00:39:56I knew Elliot wouldn't let me down.

00:39:59Orion U, easy peasy.

00:40:01Congratulations, Elliot is the ace.

00:40:03His future is bright.

00:40:04Congrats, Mr. Bly.

00:40:06It's great news.

00:40:06Congrats to Elliot for topping the list.

00:40:08You gotta treat us, right?

00:40:10Dad bursts out laughing, in a great mood.

00:40:13Of course, this calls for a celebration.

00:40:15Make an announcement, to celebrate my son getting into Orion U.

00:40:18All Lumatech employees get three days off, with double pay.

00:40:21All bonuses this month go up by 20%.

00:40:23The secretary beams, long live Mr. Kyle.

00:40:26Other companies might envy their Titan Group deal, but only Lumatech employees know how

00:40:30busy they've been lately.

00:40:31These three days off are like rain after a drought.

00:40:34Mr. Bly, Titan Group is on a tight deadline.

00:40:36Will three days be too much?

00:40:38It's fine.

00:40:39Dad waves his hand, unbothered.

00:40:41I'll explain it to Sophie.

00:40:42Wonder how the villes will take the Orion U noobs.

00:40:45Our families are actually connected through mom's side.

00:40:48Many villes look down on us, especially since I'm a wastrel.

00:40:51Sophie is the exception.

00:40:53She has a thing for looks, and I'm her type.

00:40:55She doesn't care how much I spend.

00:40:57She spoils me rotten.

00:40:58That's why those rumors started flying when Titan Group partnered with Lumatech.

00:41:02But if I wanted to marry into the villes by their family rules, it's impossible.

00:41:06Especially now, with Sophie being groomed as the next heir, they'd never want a nobody

00:41:11like me.

00:41:12Of course, I could be her secret lover.

00:41:14As long as I lie low, the elite don't care about such trifles.

00:41:18Dad wanted to brag about my admission, but Sophie already knew.

00:41:22That little brat who used to follow her around, making her laugh, and asking for money, actually

00:41:27got into Orion U.

00:41:29It feels unreal to her.

00:41:30After the initial pride, a playful smile curls on her lips.

00:41:33A perfect score ace, in the toughest year, and he's the guy labeled a wastrel.

00:41:37Eli, when your past gets dug up, it'll cause a lot of trouble.

00:41:41It happened just as Sophie predicted.

00:41:43In fact, the scrutiny hit even sooner and harder crowds are gathering outside the Bly

00:41:47Manor.

00:41:47The media, my classmates, family friends, and students about to take the SATs are here

00:41:52to soak up luck.

00:41:53If this weren't a gated community with professional guards and my early warning, they might have

00:41:58stormed the house.

00:41:59I'm not one to play.

00:42:00That would just be rude.

00:42:01So I wash up, put on my best clothes, and have a team of guards escort me to the front

00:42:06gate.

00:42:06Elliot is here.

00:42:08Some girls who know me start squealing.

00:42:09Wow.

00:42:10The ace?

00:42:11He's so hot.

00:42:12Stop drooling.

00:42:13A rich kid like him?

00:42:14You have no chance.

00:42:16I heard he's already been claimed by Titan Group's VP.

00:42:19Man, being rich must be nice.

00:42:21I have no idea I'm already breaking hearts.

00:42:24The moment I reach the gate, reporters lunge at me like starving lions.

00:42:28If the gate hadn't stopped them, they would have devoured me.

00:42:31Mr. Bly, how does it feel to be the ace?

00:42:34Mr. Bly, with an exam this tough, how did you manage a perfect score?

00:42:38I heard you spent two years abroad.

00:42:41Is foreign education really superior?

00:42:43Mr. Bly, I'm from Sky Media.

00:42:45My boss's son knows you well.

00:42:47Could you give us an interview?

00:42:48I clear my throat and wave.

00:42:50Everyone, calm down.

00:42:51There's a small courtyard nearby.

00:42:53I've set up chairs and drinks for you there.

00:42:55Take your time.

00:42:56Ask me anything.

00:42:57The crowd is touched, so considerate.

00:42:59Doesn't yell at them, and he actually cares.

00:43:01How nice.

00:43:02Of course, it's a tight space, and setting it up took a lot of work, so seats are limited.

00:43:0725 slots in total.

00:43:09$10,000 each.

00:43:10Max two people per outlet.

00:43:11I pull out a payment QR code.

00:43:13Just scan this code to pay.

00:43:14It's super easy.

00:43:15The reporters all freeze.

00:43:17What the hell?

00:43:18What is this?

00:43:19Aren't you a wastrel?

00:43:20Why are you fleecing honest people?

00:43:22Mr. Bly, isn't this a bit much?

00:43:24I chuckle.

00:43:25My first interview as Orion use ace, and I'm only charging you $10,000.

00:43:29What a bargain.

00:43:29If word gets out, people will really call me a wastrel.

00:43:32Be quick.

00:43:33There are only 25 slots.

00:43:34If you don't want in, please leave.

00:43:36A guy, probably a content creator, snaps angrily.

00:43:39Darn it.

00:43:40A rich kid milking us for cash?

00:43:42That's ridiculous.

00:43:43Let's go.

00:43:44Who cares what he says?

00:43:44I can make crap up myself.

00:43:46These comments don't bother me.

00:43:47I just say, yes, you can make crap up online.

00:43:51I can't stop you, but that only generates temporary traffic.

00:43:54To last in this field, you need a conscience.

00:43:56No, lies can never beat the truth.

00:43:59Again, this is the first interview with Orion use ace.

00:44:01Miss it, and the chance is gone.

00:44:04The big outlets get it and call for funds.

00:44:06Some even pay out of pocket, scanning my QR code instantly.

00:44:09A huge guy pushes forward to pay first.

00:44:12Seeing this, my heart skips a beat.

00:44:13Darn, I should have checked the market rate.

00:44:15Feels like I'm losing out.

00:44:17Once they realize the slots are filling up, they start scrambling.

00:44:20The first interview with Tideport's first ace, and from the hardest exam in history too.

00:44:25Miss a chance like this, and it's gone forever.

00:44:27My heart aches.

00:44:28The price is too low.

00:44:29No, I gotta raise it.

00:44:31Luckily, I have thick skin.

00:44:32Right away, I say, seeing how eager you all are is thrilling.

00:44:35So, I'll give you another perk.

00:44:37For an extra $20,000, you can live stream it.

00:44:40That way, you'll catch the first wave of traffic.

00:44:43The crowd is stunned.

00:44:44So, the $10,000 doesn't include streaming?

00:44:47That is ruthless.

00:44:48Facing my sudden price hike.

00:44:49They can't oppose my price hike.

00:44:51They can't run a secret live stream, or the guards won't hold back.

00:44:54I feel pleased seeing the extra sum in my bank account.

00:44:57Every little counts.

00:44:58The moment I got the system, I decided to pursue fame and money.

00:45:01That's all the crap system looks at.

00:45:03At the courtyard, the reporters scowl even more.

00:45:06They see plastic chairs, water, and cheap drinks.

00:45:09Did this even cost $500?

00:45:11This is robbery.

00:45:12I don't care what they think.

00:45:14I grab the mic and sit on the chair in the shade, saying,

00:45:17I'm sure you don't want to waste time.

00:45:19Everyone gets one question.

00:45:20Try not to repeat any.

00:45:21Let's finish in 30 minutes.

00:45:23The heck?

00:45:23He's despicable.

00:45:24$30,000 for a question?

00:45:26Discuss among yourselves beforehand.

00:45:28We'll begin in 10 minutes.

00:45:29The reporters fume.

00:45:30No one will ask boring questions like my exam prep routine, suggestions for my juniors,

00:45:35preferred major, or how I feel now.

00:45:37It'd be a waste of $30,000 if they don't ask about more exciting things.

00:45:40When time's up, a red-faced female reporter asks,

00:45:44Mr. Bly, I understand that you were an average student up until high school,

00:45:48but now you're the ace with a perfect score.

00:45:50Were any improper methods involved?

00:45:52How impatient.

00:45:53Nope.

00:45:54Everyone freezes.

00:45:55Is that all?

00:45:56Won't you explain more, Mr. Bly?

00:45:58I've answered your question.

00:45:59Who's next?

00:46:00I say.

00:46:01A bearded reporter asks,

00:46:02Titan Group has close ties with Orion,

00:46:04and you became the ace the moment the Bly's partner with Titan.

00:46:07What do you have to say on that?

00:46:09I don't see how they're related.

00:46:11Be more blunt with your questions.

00:46:12But you've used your chance.

00:46:14Next question.

00:46:15Mr. Bly,

00:46:15did Titan Group help you become the ace and receive special treatment from Orion?

00:46:19A reporter quickly asks,

00:46:21I've had it with them.

00:46:22Even brainless people can be reporters now.

00:46:24To my knowledge, the Bly's are a big family, and only Sophie Ville attended Orion.

00:46:28Why would the Bly's help an outsider instead of one of their own?

00:46:31Besides, do you think those at Orion have lost their minds and make someone the ace unfairly?

00:46:36That's true.

00:46:36It doesn't make sense.

00:46:38The angry reporters finally calm down, but some stubbornly continue.

00:46:42It's rumored you're involved with Sophie and will marry into her family.

00:46:45It's possible the Ville's got you into Orion by force to secure Sophie's succession.

00:46:49Those rumors leave me speechless.

00:46:51Ask around in Tideport.

00:46:52Tons of pretty women like me.

00:46:54Why would I give up on them, and get married?

00:46:57Even if I do marry Sophie, she's marrying into my family.

00:46:59Got it?

00:47:00You're so cocky.

00:47:02You're saying you got full marks and became the ace on your own?

00:47:05That's right.

00:47:06Didn't I do an interview with TBS after the exam saying I know I got full marks?

00:47:10No one is convinced.

00:47:12Mr. Bly,

00:47:12I heard that you and Tom Crane of AL Group are close.

00:47:15Everyone knows,

00:47:16is standing in the domestic tech world.

00:47:18He has countless experts.

00:47:19Did he help you steal the exam questions?

00:47:22Annoyed,

00:47:22I shake my head.

00:47:23I've always been gracious.

00:47:24It's one thing to slander me,

00:47:26but you just slandered Tom.

00:47:28I'm sure AL Group's legal team will hear about this.

00:47:30The Ville's too.

00:47:31All of you better watch out.

00:47:33If you get sued,

00:47:34don't say I didn't warn you.

00:47:35Everyone is alarmed.

00:47:37They'd blurted out the nasty guesses and malicious speculation,

00:47:40because I'd pissed them off.

00:47:41It was even broadcast live.

00:47:43They've dug their own graves now.

00:47:44Mr. Bly,

00:47:45you got full marks.

00:47:46Can you tell us how you solve the question?

00:47:47The sum of natural numbers is minus 1 over 12.

00:47:50At last,

00:47:51no more conspiracy theories.

00:47:53At last,

00:47:54no more conspiracy theories.

00:47:55You've seen the working.

00:47:56Nothing I say now proves anything.

00:47:58Raymond was indeed a genius to come up with such an intriguing formula.

00:48:01How did you manage to do the last visit question on kinetic theory of gases taught in college?

00:48:06No one says high schoolers can't read college textbooks.

00:48:08Since you're so accomplished,

00:48:10why did you study in Carta?

00:48:11Is the education there the reason for your academic success?

00:48:14Is the ace a product of Carta and not a true student of Ardenia?

00:48:18These sneaky reporters annoy me,

00:48:20but I remain polite and smile.

00:48:22I got full marks because I'm me and not where I studied.

00:48:25It'd be the same if I studied in Thaiport.

00:48:27I went abroad for personal reasons.

00:48:29Can you share?

00:48:30Someone asks at once,

00:48:31I don't mind sharing about my private life.

00:48:33I fell in love.

00:48:34You know how well liked I am.

00:48:36I was afraid she'd fall for me and let it affect her studies.

00:48:39To avoid that,

00:48:40I chose to leave so that she could study in peace.

00:48:42That way, we can have a better future.

00:48:45Can you tell us who she is?

00:48:46Is she taking the exam next week?

00:48:48Or has she gotten into Orion too?

00:48:51Sorry, but you've asked enough questions.

00:48:53Next, screw you.

00:48:54After the interview,

00:48:55I stroll back home,

00:48:56while the guards escort the reporters out.

00:48:59The reporters' work isn't over yet.

00:49:01It has only just begun.

00:49:02I underestimated the power of public opinion and the reporters' tactics.

00:49:06They're not afraid of writing as they please to get more hype.

00:49:09Even if they're sued, they'll just go into hiding and return under a new name later on.

00:49:14The live stream of the interview, go viral online,

00:49:16along with searches like cheater Elliot Bly, Titan Group, The Vils,

00:49:20Sophie Ville, The Ace, and Orion's Unfairness.

00:49:23During the interview, I kept repeating I scored on my own merit,

00:49:26but people prefer to believe the baseless conspiracy theories.

00:49:28Even students start questioning Orion on the school forum,

00:49:31accusing the school of corruption.

00:49:33They've gone too far.

00:49:34There's a simple reason why they're doing this.

00:49:36No high school student can improve and achieve full marks so quickly.

00:49:39He has to have cheated.

00:49:40Some extreme ones suggest staging a protest to demand an investigation of the results.

00:49:45Orion is also put in a tough spot.

00:49:47After all,

00:49:48I wouldn't have released it if they had any doubts about it.

00:49:50Alas, the suspicion drowned out their statement.

00:49:53Oh, well,

00:49:53a perfect score doesn't make sense.

00:49:55And when that happens, everyone wants an explanation, including Sophie.

00:49:59She finds out about the rumors.

00:50:00The legal team asks if she wants to take action.

00:50:03She decides to let things play out a little longer.

00:50:05Right now, a clarification won't help.

00:50:08Since Orion has released a statement,

00:50:10Titan doesn't have to do much else.

00:50:12Everyone's doubting you, Eli.

00:50:14What are you going to do?

00:50:15She doesn't think I'd shrink away.

00:50:17Besides, things ended up this way partially due to her arrogant statements to the press.

00:50:21Olivia hasn't looked for me.

00:50:22Reporters are camping outside my house, and she saw the interview.

00:50:26She knows she's probably the girl I mentioned,

00:50:28and she's not ready to be my leading lady,

00:50:30so she doesn't want reporters tracking her down.

00:50:32She's also upset about my explanation.

00:50:34I disappeared after tricking her for money,

00:50:37but I claim to have left out of love.

00:50:39It was pretty mean of me.

00:50:40Afraid people might approach her.

00:50:41Olivia moves in with Katie.

00:50:43The doubts and accusations make her both angry and doubtful.

00:50:46She wants to believe me, but she also did the exam and scored 276.

00:50:50That puts her in the top 5 nationally.

00:50:52But I got 350.

00:50:53It's too unbelievable.

00:50:55Katie, what now?

00:50:56They all claim Elliot cheated.

00:50:58Olivia asks Katie for help.

00:50:59Katie has been pretty upset as well,

00:51:01but she can see things clearly.

00:51:02Once Orion released their statement,

00:51:04she realizes that no amount of backlash will change anything.

00:51:08Elliot is the ace.

00:51:09He's gotten into Orion.

00:51:10I have to ask him out.

00:51:11Do you believe him?

00:51:12Katie asks.

00:51:13Olivia pauses.

00:51:14I don't know.

00:51:15Katie changes her question.

00:51:16Olivia, be honest.

00:51:18Have you really fallen for Elliot?

00:51:20Olivia blushes.

00:51:21Why are you being so blunt?

00:51:22I haven't figured it out yet.

00:51:24Based on her reaction, Katie has her answer.

00:51:26Childhood bonds have a strong hold over a naive young woman like Olivia.

00:51:30If you like him, trust him unconditionally.

00:51:32Didn't you see Orion's statement saying the results are unquestionable?

00:51:35Olivia thinks about my schooling days.

00:51:37She recalls how smart I was as a kid.

00:51:39I'd taught her maths.

00:51:40Later on, I lost the motivation to study.

00:51:42I spent all my time trying to get money from dad and becoming known as a spendthrift.

00:51:46It makes sense that someone as smart as him can easily become a genius again.

00:51:50If he works hard enough, Olivia lands on an explanation herself.

00:51:53I get it now.

00:51:54Thanks, Katie.

00:51:55I trust Elliot.

00:51:56They have wrong idea about him.

00:51:58He's not as useless as everyone says.

00:52:00Katie can see that Olivia has fallen completely.

00:52:02As a responsible friend, Katie says, Olivia, you need think twice.

00:52:05If you choose to be with Elliot, you have your work cut out for you.

00:52:10Hush, Katie, be with him.

00:52:11He hasn't asked me out yet.

00:52:13Olivia turns red.

00:52:14As it is, I haven't told Olivia outright that I like her.

00:52:17I only made a deal with her for money.

00:52:19I do like her, but we know each other a bit too well.

00:52:22We're childhood friends.

00:52:23In my head, she's already mine.

00:52:25So romantic words don't come to me.

00:52:27Katie is stunned.

00:52:28You silly goose.

00:52:30Wisen up.

00:52:30That SC times M bag asked me out years ago.

00:52:34But he didn't say anything to you?

00:52:36Why did he hold your hand then?

00:52:38Why didn't you fight back?

00:52:40What a SC times M bag.

00:52:41Olivia, do you remember the bet I made at Celestia?

00:52:44Katie is a bit embarrassed.

00:52:45To bring this up to Olivia, Olivia nods.

00:52:48I remember.

00:52:49You wanted to confess to him.

00:52:51Katie is stunned to see how calm Olivia is.

00:52:54Seriously?

00:52:55This is how you react?

00:52:56You're fine with such scummy behavior?

00:52:58Did you really get into Orion?

00:52:59Katie asks.

00:53:00I understand.

00:53:01Olivia takes her hand.

00:53:03Elliot explained it to me.

00:53:04He did it for our sake.

00:53:06Olivia repeats my words to Katie.

00:53:08You're so easy to play, Kate.

00:53:10Oh, goodness.

00:53:11Can someone deal with that SC times M bag Elliot already?

00:53:14Katie, it's fine.

00:53:15I don't mind.

00:53:16With Elliot as the cover, you can focus on your studies.

00:53:19You said you devoted too much time to music and ran out of inspiration.

00:53:23Now you can go to college and learn new things to gain more inspiration.

00:53:27Olivia even comforts Katie.

00:53:29Just let Elliot be the cover to stop people from harassing you.

00:53:33I've also thought about it.

00:53:34If you confess to Elliot, those who like me will be wary.

00:53:38Thanks, Olivia.

00:53:40Is this a win for us all?

00:53:43Elliot is the only one benefiting.

00:53:46At home, mom and dad worry about me.

00:53:48Mom and dad worry about me.

00:53:49Dad is furious.

00:53:51He did an interview at the company.

00:53:53He was proud at first, but couldn't avoid hearing the same doubts, which soured his mood.

00:53:58He even regrets taking a break.

00:54:00He wants to produce the graphene battery at once, and tell the world this is his son's creation.

00:54:05That I'm not useless, but a genius who has simply been biding his time.

00:54:08Mom, dad, I'm fine.

00:54:10This is simply how society works.

00:54:12You often have to prove yourself to unimportant people.

00:54:15I console my parents, without looking bothered.

00:54:18Eli, those rumors are vicious.

00:54:20Why don't I call my dad to arrest the bad guys?

00:54:23Mom hesitantly suggests.

00:54:25Dad's bankruptcy never bothered mom.

00:54:27But her heart aches to see, her precious son caught up in such awful rumors.

00:54:31At such a young age, I jump in alarm.

00:54:34Mom, don't do it.

00:54:35Grandpa isn't young anymore.

00:54:36Don't bother him with such petty matters.

00:54:38Besides, I've lived with such misunderstandings all along.

00:54:41I can take it.

00:54:42It's not the same.

00:54:43Those were just rumors among our social circle.

00:54:45Mom argues with an awkward expression.

00:54:47You used to be a spendthrift anyway.

00:54:49But now, everyone is spouting nonsense about you.

00:54:52I can't stand it.

00:54:53It's okay.

00:54:54Mom, just trust me.

00:54:56I can handle this.

00:54:57These people are just hyped up right now.

00:54:59Once I prove myself at Orion, they'll be apologizing to me.

00:55:03Can you really take it?

00:55:04Eli, you've been online a lot.

00:55:06Don't let it get to you.

00:55:07I'm just amusing myself with how stupid people can be.

00:55:11After repeatedly promising you won't do anything rash, my parents leave to get some rest.

00:55:15Still worried.

00:55:16Feeling fine myself.

00:55:17I get my laptop.

00:55:18As Sophie predicted, I won't just hide away.

00:55:21School won't start for two months.

00:55:22I have to keep myself occupied.

00:55:24Everyone's busy commenting on the forum, questioning me.

00:55:27They can't believe I did something they couldn't.

00:55:30I'm going to make them eat their words.

00:55:31I've found my student ID on the school website, so I can open an account on the school forum.

00:55:37I decide to challenge all the schools.

00:55:38I will go up against all who doubt me.

00:55:40They can ask me any question.

00:55:41I want the students of Orion to know.

00:55:44I'm here to surpass them all and be the best in the world.

00:55:47As soon as I make my account, I hear a familiar ding in my head.

00:55:51The pride of genius must not be challenged.

00:55:53The rumors must be clear.

00:55:54Task.

00:55:55Defeat your doubters in a public live stream.

00:55:57Reward.

00:55:585,000 prestige.

00:56:00One charm and a nano recorder.

00:56:02I've got a key task.

00:56:03You get me, system.

00:56:05But didn't you say I need to make everything myself?

00:56:07Why is one of the rewards a recorder?

00:56:09Is it just a gimmick?

00:56:10I thought the robot would be good.

00:56:12But it's so dumb.

00:56:13I had to write so much code and teach it myself.

00:56:16For it to function like an ordinary support robot.

00:56:18The live stream task is unique in the system.

00:56:21So it's normal to have a physical reward.

00:56:23It has comprehensive features.

00:56:24Including x-ray scanning and the small body.

00:56:27It's blueprint is in the store.

00:56:28If I don't let you test something decent.

00:56:30You'd never spend in the store.

00:56:32Thinking about it, ever since the system updated.

00:56:34I haven't spent anything on it.

00:56:36What a great idea.

00:56:37If I avoid spending, will every task come with a physical reward?

00:56:40Don't try to take advantage of me, host.

00:56:42You'll have to spend what you earn.

00:56:43Instead of spending on frivolous things.

00:56:45Isn't it better to spend in my store?

00:56:47I can't be bothered to argue with the system.

00:56:50Since it's given me this task.

00:56:51I guess I have to amend to challenge Orion students.

00:56:54I write, this is Elliot Bly.

00:56:57I've always admired Orion students.

00:56:59But I'm disappointed after reading the forums lately.

00:57:01I thought you were all prodigies and extraordinary geniuses.

00:57:05But you're just sore losers.

00:57:06Is it so hard to get full marks for such an easy paper?

00:57:09Two people.

00:57:09Did those formula before?

00:57:11Is it odd that I can solve them?

00:57:12Or are you guys unaware of those geniuses?

00:57:14As for the physics question.

00:57:16It is strange for a high schooler to read college material.

00:57:18To think that Orion students make such a big deal about an exam paper.

00:57:21It's hilarious.

00:57:22After reading your comments.

00:57:24I worry for the future of Orion.

00:57:26You're supposed to be the future of the country.

00:57:28But it looks like you'll ruin the country.

00:57:30I know you doubt and think I'm pretending.

00:57:32I'm not an unfair person.

00:57:33I'll conduct a live stream.

00:57:35All who doubt me are welcome to join me then.

00:57:37I'll accept any question from the subjects I was tested on.

00:57:39If I don't prove you wrong.

00:57:41I'll never enter Orion.

00:57:42Oh, those photos of me online were candid shots.

00:57:45I still look good.

00:57:46But it can be better.

00:57:47Here's a selfie.

00:57:48Ladies, save my photo if you want.

00:57:50Free of charge.

00:57:51If you ladies want to get to know me better.

00:57:53Follow my account.

00:57:55I'll be browsing the forums.

00:57:56Of course, those with average looks or brains can stay away.

00:57:59Let me repeat.

00:58:00This is the one and only Elliot Bly.

00:58:02I'm one of a kind.

00:58:03My post blows up on Orion's forum and across the internet.

00:58:06My words and handsome selfie go viral.

00:58:09Many young women become my fans.

00:58:10Although my words were pretty rude toward women.

00:58:12Looks still matter a lot in this world.

00:58:14People wonder if this is the charm of the ace.

00:58:17You're so f**king cocky.

00:58:18Or someone who relied on nepotism.

00:58:21The honor of Orion and its students.

00:58:23Will be ruined if we don't.

00:58:26Crush you.

00:58:28Whoa.

00:58:29Elliot might be the real deal.

00:58:31If he has posted this.

00:58:33He swears he won't.

00:58:35Enter Orion if he loses.

00:58:39Ha.

00:58:40He's all hot air.

00:58:41I doubt he's that smart.

00:58:43He even submitted his paper early.

00:58:45The time he took is barely enough to copy the answers.

00:58:50There's no way it's legit.

00:58:52That's right.

00:58:54He's proving himself on live stream.

00:58:57So, I'll challenge him then.

00:58:59And prove to him the pride of Orion.

00:59:02Hey, does anyone find him handsome?

00:59:04I want his number.

00:59:06D times MNU.

00:59:07Elliot Bly.

00:59:08Besides students, the faculty and top professors are also keeping an eye on me.

00:59:13They're stunned to see my forum post.

00:59:15The ace this year is different.

00:59:16Hank Lane, the dean of Orion and renowned aerodynamics expert in Ardenia has also paid close attention to me lately.

00:59:22He has reviewed my file multiple times.

00:59:24He thinks to himself that campus life won't be boring if a student like me joins.

00:59:28He picks up my file and flips to the last page, with a photo of a wizened old man.

00:59:32Oh, Edgar.

00:59:33I didn't think you'd have such an amusing grandson.

00:59:35Will the Torres family regret it once I groom him up?

00:59:37Although Sophia graduated from Orion years ago, she still checks the forum regularly and sees my post almost instantly.

00:59:43She did guess that I won't go into hiding.

00:59:46My course of action still surprises Sophie.

00:59:48He's young and proud, but that's youth.

00:59:50After posting, I start thinking about the live stream and how to ensure its transparency.

00:59:55These details need to be clear or those people won't concede so easily.

00:59:58And with how hyped up it is, as the ace, I should earn some money from it.

01:00:02I'm almost 18.

01:00:03It's embarrassing to not have much money to my name.

01:00:05A few platforms soon reach out to me first to offer their service for the live stream.

01:00:10They offer to do it for free.

01:00:11Who do they think they're fooling?

01:00:12I ignore these platforms and reach out to familiar faces.

01:00:15The pick at TBS and the reporter who spoke to me after the exam.

01:00:19The three of us meet up.

01:00:20Mr. Bly, you're too cunning.

01:00:21You want TBS to handle everything, but you want 60%.

01:00:24That's too much.

01:00:26I was going to take 70%, but changed my mind because of TBS's restraint.

01:00:30So it's a reward for that.

01:00:32TBS has rules to follow.

01:00:33With Orion's statement, TBS can't stir things up too much.

01:00:3640% is plenty.

01:00:37Mr. White, this is free money for TBS.

01:00:40That's true, but it doesn't sit well with me that you get more.

01:00:43Split it 50 to 50.

01:00:43Mr. White says, I grabbed the contract.

01:00:45Someone else will give me 70% buy.

01:00:47I'll do it, Mr. Bly.

01:00:48I toss over the contract.

01:00:49A lawyer will discuss the details with you tomorrow.

01:00:52There's no time, so you guys need to work overtime.

01:00:54Your efforts decide how much 40% will be.

01:00:57I walk off.

01:00:58My contract with TBS is simple.

01:00:59TBS will be the exclusive host.

01:01:01Before the live stream, they can get advertisers, promote product links, and license out the broadcast rights.

01:01:07TBS gets to decide how to run the stream, but it must be free to watch and fully transparent.

01:01:12Once it's over, I will take 60% of the profits, and TBS gets 40%.

01:01:16Sir, won't the manager be upset we agreed to this live stream?

01:01:19She's worried about it.

01:01:20This is the ace.

01:01:21The stream is a clash of wits among the geniuses.

01:01:24Can it get any more wholesome?

01:01:25Mr. White is thrilled.

01:01:27His earlier concerns long gone.

01:01:29Notify everyone in the live stream department to attend a meeting.

01:01:32Our year-end bonus hinges on this.

01:01:33After hearing Mr. White's explanation, the staff realize it is a profitable opportunity, but the amount of profit rests on

01:01:39them.

01:01:40First, announce that we have the exclusive rights.

01:01:42The online platforms will reach out to us since this situation is viral online.

01:01:46But sir, sublessensing the broadcast rights will lower our views too.

01:01:50Someone says, we're a television network.

01:01:52It's hard for us to draw the online traffic from the young ones.

01:01:55The hype will pass, and the traffic doesn't matter for us.

01:01:58Money matters most.

01:01:59Smart, boss.

01:02:00But the challenges must go through us.

01:02:02We must still use this chance to promote ourselves.

01:02:04Sublessense it all.

01:02:05It's worth it.

01:02:06Just give them the fee.

01:02:07As for the ads, since we're a TV station, they must be screened.

01:02:10It's fine to earn less, or it'd be hard to justify.

01:02:13The staff solemnly note everything, eager for their bonus.

01:02:16Besides the online side, we can also make money offline.

01:02:19Elliot has asked for a big venue with 360 degree coverage.

01:02:22So we'll do that.

01:02:23Are you going to sell tickets, boss?

01:02:25What tickets?

01:02:26We're a station with standards.

01:02:27We can't ask normal people to pay.

01:02:29Then what?

01:02:30Content creators and reels are all the rage, right?

01:02:33Anyone who wants some BTS footage, or even a live stream of their own, can just pay.

01:02:37They must maintain a distance, and not affect ours, of course.

01:02:39We'll need to coordinate with security.

01:02:41Don't skimp on the budget.

01:02:42You're amazing, boss, sublessensing, sponsorships, and paid on-site filming, three profit revenues.

01:02:48Mr. White is shrewd indeed.

01:02:50The initial plan he sends me is to my satisfaction.

01:02:52Fame is damaging, but for humanity's future, I'll have to bear with it.

01:02:55While I'm confident about the live stream, I'm still dealing with well-prepared experts.

01:02:59I have to prepare as well.

01:03:01I use 10,000 prestige points to upgrade my stats, mainly maths and physics since those

01:03:06two are harder.

01:03:06Math, 64 physics, 63 that should be enough.

01:03:09Besides that, I spent my remaining 500 prestige on two problem-solving card from the store as

01:03:14backup in case my brain goes blank.

01:03:16I feel a lot more relaxed after my prep.

01:03:17I can't wait to crush them.

01:03:19But the others around me remain nervous.

01:03:21Olivia even suggested joining me to help me, but I declined.

01:03:25I haven't begun my college life.

01:03:26Countless young women are waiting.

01:03:28I can't be tied down yet.

01:03:29Enough guys envy me as it is.

01:03:30I don't need to draw more jealousy.

01:03:32On the day of the live stream, I show up at TBS.

01:03:35The live stream is set up in Tide Square opposite TBS.

01:03:37It was smart of me to work with TBS on this.

01:03:40They provided professional gear and thorough security.

01:03:44The experts know what they're doing.

01:03:46You ready, Mr. Bly?

01:03:47Mr. White asks.

01:03:48Yes, I look relaxed.

01:03:50Then let's start.

01:03:51Final checks, everyone.

01:03:53We start in one minute.

01:03:54Point 10.

01:03:55I didn't appear on the stream right away.

01:03:57A host introduces the broadcast and the rules.

01:04:00Let's start by introducing the star of the live stream.

01:04:03He's the first ace of Tideport.

01:04:05The first to get a perfect score on Orion's exam.

01:04:07And the most handsome guy in Tideport, Elliot Bly.

01:04:10With bold eyes, a firm jaw, and a smile on his face.

01:04:14He stands here dressed like a student beneath the sunlight.

01:04:17In the prime of his youth, he is truly shining in glory.

01:04:20He's so handsome.

01:04:22How could someone like him cheat?

01:04:24They're just jealous.

01:04:25Why can't he be both good looking and smart?

01:04:28The comments come flooding in.

01:04:30On the forum, I said everything that needed to be said.

01:04:33The host also gave a detailed explanation.

01:04:35So let's get on with it.

01:04:36I hope everyone gives it their best.

01:04:37I don't want my first live stream to be too boring.

01:04:40He's still so cocky.

01:04:41I'm in love.

01:04:42I believe you, Elliot.

01:04:43I believe you no matter what.

01:04:45Pay the price for your cockiness.

01:04:47Awaiting his humiliation.

01:04:48It'd be even better if it backfires on him.

01:04:51But I'm too lousy to challenge him.

01:04:53I don't have time to read the comments.

01:04:55I'm supposed to undergo a full body check now to ensure I'm not hiding any communication or smart devices.

01:05:00After passing the check, I finally realize one of dummy's advantages.

01:05:04At least the detection devices.

01:05:06Can't tell that my ring is an advanced AI robot.

01:05:09Right now, dummy can't be of much help to me in the live stream.

01:05:13But I'm used to wearing it.

01:05:15And it's better to keep it on at all times.

01:05:17Let's pick a question from the comments.

01:05:18Please go ahead and post your questions.

01:05:20Remember that we'll only see the comments on TBS's live stream.

01:05:24A clash with the geniuses.

01:05:26Is the main event.

01:05:27But we can't neglect the other viewers.

01:05:29So a Q&A segment with the comments was added.

01:05:31All this for a clash of wits, sponsorships and sublessensing.

01:05:35Is Elliot that fond of money?

01:05:36It's so embarrassing.

01:05:37Is TBS doing it on purpose?

01:05:39Or am I just unlucky?

01:05:41So many ladies were fawning over me.

01:05:42But that comment gets chosen.

01:05:44I clear my throat.

01:05:45That's right.

01:05:46I need money.

01:05:47I wish I had all the money in the world.

01:05:49He's pretty honest.

01:05:51But in the future, you'll realize that the money I earn goes back to society and everyone who's a part

01:05:56of it.

01:05:56I earn for the sake of humanity and human advancement.

01:05:59Elliot's honest at least.

01:06:01I'm going into scientific research.

01:06:03Do you know how much that costs?

01:06:04The price of developing a chip?

01:06:06The cost of producing a new drug?

01:06:08Of creating new materials and holding on to top talent?

01:06:10We can't ask the government for money whenever we want to do something.

01:06:13It's not my habit to rely on others.

01:06:15My dad taught me to spend my own money or his.

01:06:17At most, that feels right.

01:06:19So tell me why scientists working on a better future for humanity can't earn some money?

01:06:24You speak well, Mr. Bly, and you have a point.

01:06:28But you're working on any research as a scientist yet?

01:06:30Let's choose another comment.

01:06:32Here's our first challenger.

01:06:33Hi, Elliot.

01:06:35I'm a maths PhD candidate at Estal Uni.

01:06:37I have a question for you.

01:06:38A PhD candidate?

01:06:39They're trying to intimidate me.

01:06:40The challengers today are young prodigies under 26 years old.

01:06:44They had to solve a set of questions online set by experts from Orion and past that to join today's

01:06:49live challenge.

01:06:50This is to maintain Orion's pride.

01:06:52After all, I'm still the ace.

01:06:53Not just anyone can challenge me.

01:06:55After the test, the challengers are also screened to ensure it's a proper battle of wits.

01:07:00Go on.

01:07:01I'm good with maths.

01:07:02Go on.

01:07:03I'm good with maths.

01:07:04Any integer greater than 5 can be written as sum of 3 primes.

01:07:07How do you prove this?

01:07:08I freeze.

01:07:09He's trying to cause trouble.

01:07:10Why isn't Elliot speaking?

01:07:12It's not hard.

01:07:13He can't prove it, huh?

01:07:15What happened to all his bravado?

01:07:17Cat got his tongue.

01:07:18It's only a brief pause.

01:07:20But the fools can't wait to run their mouths.

01:07:22Education has failed.

01:07:23I'm shocked so few know the question.

01:07:24The challenger played a trick.

01:07:26Everyone would have noticed it was goalbox conjecture it.

01:07:28He said integers greater than 2 and sum of 2 primes.

01:07:31Anyone who can solve it would be world famous.

01:07:34He's trolling me by asking a known unsolved problem.

01:07:36The audience finally notices.

01:07:38I say, I can't answer this yet.

01:07:40But don't worry.

01:07:41I'll prove it in 3 years.

01:07:43I com say the most arrogant comment I've ever made.

01:07:46If I can solve it in 3 years, I'll be one of the top 10 mathematicians ever.

01:07:51I'd only be 20 then too.

01:07:52You think you're a godly genius?

01:07:54Such arrogance.

01:07:55I'll make a bet.

01:07:56Elliot, if you succeed, I'll eat my shtimes tea.

01:07:58What a cocky young man.

01:08:00So many in Ardenia have failed to solve goalbox conjecture.

01:08:03And he makes it sound like it's nothing.

01:08:05He disgusts me.

01:08:06Maybe he can do it.

01:08:08Someone that handsome won't lie.

01:08:10Mods, can you ban these dumb women?

01:08:12It's an eyesore.

01:08:13Ladies, that guy's hating on women.

01:08:15I saved his ID.

01:08:16Let's all report him.

01:08:17This is common for major live streams.

01:08:19The streamer doesn't need to say much.

01:08:21A few remarks is enough to draw ton of comments.

01:08:23I was just joking earlier.

01:08:25Elliot, I've been researching number theoretic functions and came across.

01:08:29Your proof of Euler's formula.

01:08:30It was a novel method.

01:08:32And I don't doubt you.

01:08:33I just wanted to interact with you since maths is a young person's game.

01:08:37I laugh.

01:08:38I knew it.

01:08:39I thought you were trolling earlier.

01:08:40Thanks.

01:08:41What do you want to talk about?

01:08:42I did use a new method in the proof, but Euler's proof is concise and ingenious.

01:08:47I think both are comparable.

01:08:48Your proof included the infinite series of the cotangent function, and you used it to complete

01:08:52the proof.

01:08:53I'm curious to know you got that.

01:08:55As you know, I'm a high schooler, so my knowledge is limited.

01:08:58I could only solve it with what I know, but using it to change the formula and applying

01:09:02the rule, I got the answer.

01:09:03I was just improvising for the exam.

01:09:05He laughs.

01:09:06When did you get so humble?

01:09:08Hearing that from you makes me think I don't need to review the basic theorems, but they're

01:09:13always relevant.

01:09:14Even at the PhD level, you might get inspired if you attend the degree lectures, especially

01:09:18for maths, which requires creativity.

01:09:20Pondering alone isn't enough, and I mean this sincerely.

01:09:23Understood.

01:09:24Thanks.

01:09:25Elliot.

01:09:25If you're ever in Eastl, do visit me.

01:09:27I'll show you around and give you a good time.

01:09:29My eyes flicker.

01:09:30Eastl is a great vacation spot for men.

01:09:32I wonder if he can show me the sights.

01:09:34I won't take up any more of your time.

01:09:36Goodbye.

01:09:37To the four other challengers.

01:09:39Don't bother asking maths questions unless you deliberately use the hardest problems to

01:09:43pick on him, he says before disconnecting.

01:09:46But the next person brings up Poincare conjecture.

01:09:49Pissed.

01:09:49I use a problem-solving card.

01:09:51By now, the challengers are less confident.

01:09:53Some don't even bother asking me a question.

01:09:56They praise me, like the first challenger did and leave right after.

01:09:59Once I prove myself in chemistry and biology, the viewers no longer doubt that I'm the real

01:10:03ace.

01:10:04Also, someone posted with their real name on Orion's forum apologizing and promising to

01:10:08buy me a meal.

01:10:09We've done enough questions.

01:10:11I'll pick a few questions to answer.

01:10:13I'm not that tactless.

01:10:14It'd be pretty rude of me to keep answer questions you don't get.

01:10:17Who said I don't?

01:10:18I answered it ages ago.

01:10:19You think too little of us.

01:10:21I dare you to meet me.

01:10:22See if I don't teach you a lesson.

01:10:24The question marks amuse me.

01:10:25Ordinary people are way more fun than the so-called geniuses.

01:10:28Elliot, what line, comes after be near me when my light is low?

01:10:31No checking online.

01:10:33The question amuses me.

01:10:34An art student strikes back.

01:10:36When the blood creeps, and the nerves prick and tingle.

01:10:38A poem by Lord Tennyson, about waiting for a message that never comes.

01:10:42It's a classic.

01:10:43I reply.

01:10:44Whoa, this isn't a famous poem.

01:10:46He's good with literature too.

01:10:48He knows everything.

01:10:49From now on, he's my idol.

01:10:51I say, I'm not great with language subjects, but I do know some poems.

01:10:55I have written 1,000 love letters.

01:10:57Olivia and Katie are watching.

01:10:59Olivia is vexed to hear that.

01:11:011,000 love letters?

01:11:03Why hasn't she received one?

01:11:04Katie is also unhappy.

01:11:05Hers was just one out of 1,000.

01:11:07To think she'd been touched to get it.

01:11:09Katie, is Elliot such a playboy?

01:11:11Olivia asks.

01:11:12Katie is speechless.

01:11:14But she assures Olivia.

01:11:15You know what he's like.

01:11:16He's just bragging.

01:11:17If he writes one a day, it'll take years to write 1,000 letters.

01:11:21It's impossible.

01:11:22You're right.

01:11:23Olivia nods.

01:11:23But I didn't expect him to be this smart.

01:11:25He could answer all the questions that I couldn't.

01:11:28It's embarrassing to think that I've been tutoring him recently.

01:11:31Look at it differently.

01:11:32He knows way more than what you taught.

01:11:34But he patiently listened to you anyway.

01:11:36That proves he cares.

01:11:37Katie helps me, for some reason.

01:11:39Olivia is happy to hear that.

01:11:41Really?

01:11:42The memory of the two weeks we spent together fill her with joy.

01:11:46She stares at me on the screen with affectionate eyes.

01:11:48Whoa, that's incredible.

01:11:49I wonder what your love letters are like.

01:11:51Instead of waiting for the host, I read the comments.

01:11:54Myself.

01:11:55Haha.

01:11:56I was exaggerating.

01:11:58With my looks, others ask me out.

01:11:59Only amazing girls get my love letter.

01:12:01Elliot, tell us about her.

01:12:03Romantic gossip always gets attention.

01:12:05I didn't ruin the mood by ignoring the comments.

01:12:07I was in junior high, and it was my first crush.

01:12:09But I didn't know much.

01:12:11But I didn't know much.

01:12:12I just thought it'd prove how great I was if I got her, when others couldn't, so I did

01:12:16it.

01:12:17And then, was she the prettiest girl in school?

01:12:19You think too little of me.

01:12:21No one in Thai port is prettier or more charming than her.

01:12:24Did you date her?

01:12:25Smirking, I calmly explain, I was 12 years old, and a few lines of poetry made all the

01:12:31girls hopelessly in love with me.

01:12:32Really?

01:12:33Did it work out so easily?

01:12:35Poetry works so well?

01:12:36He's boasting, poetry never worked for me.

01:12:39Well, I changed the poem to include her name, making it special.

01:12:42It works for someone as smart, handsome, and thoughtful as me.

01:12:46I'm from Thai port and the same junior high.

01:12:48Are you talking about Katie?

01:12:49Me too, I don't remember Katie dating in junior high.

01:12:53She focused on her music, and rarely came to school.

01:12:56I'm at risk of getting exposed, so I go back to the comments TBS chose.

01:12:59These memories, of my youth are now in the past.

01:13:02Let's see what other questions there are.

01:13:04At Katie's house, Olivia looks at her doubtfully.

01:13:06Did you and Elvis say, don't you?

01:13:08Did you say, don't you think I can't?

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