The World’s System Monarch
Chapter 9: A Deal with the Ice Queen
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Ryo leaned back in his chair, staring at his phone.
Reina Nakamura.
The richest girl in school. The "Ice Queen." The daughter of a corporate giant.
And now, for some reason, she was interested in his business.
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[Ding! New Mission Unlocked – "Meet Reina Nakamura."]
> Task: Meet Reina at the designated location.
Reward: Unlock ‘Social Media Mastery’ skill.
Penalty: Lose a valuable business opportunity.
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Ryo smirked.
"System, you really know how to tempt me."
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The Next Day – Luxurious Café Downtown
Ryo stepped into the café and immediately felt out of pce.
This wasn’t a normal café.
Everything looked high-end, from the gold-trimmed furniture to the expensive coffee menu where a single cup cost more than his entire week’s allowance.
Sitting by the window, dressed in a bck designer dress, was Reina Nakamura.
Her long, dark purple hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her piercing golden eyes studied him as he approached.
She gestured for him to sit.
"Ryo-kun," she said with a small smile. "You’re finally here."
Ryo took a seat and crossed his arms.
"Alright, spill. Why does a rich girl like you care about my business?"
Reina rested her chin on her hand.
"Because… I find you interesting."
Ryo raised an eyebrow. "That’s vague."
Reina chuckled. "Fine. I like ambitious people. Most guys at our school either try to impress me with their wealth or act too scared to approach me. But you? You’re different."
She sipped her coffee.
"And I want in on your business."
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[Ding! Quest Update – "Reina’s Proposal"]
> Reina wants to invest in your business. Will you accept?
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Ryo leaned back, processing her words.
She wants to invest?
"What's the catch?" he asked.
Reina’s lips curled into a smirk. "Smart. I like that. The catch is simple—I’ll invest 2 million yen into your clothing brand. In return, I want a 40% share of the company."
Ryo almost choked on air.
"40%?!"
Reina tilted her head. "Too high?"
"Of course! I’m not giving you almost half my company."
Reina smiled, as if expecting that response. "Then, what do you propose?"
Ryo thought for a moment.
He had no capital. She was offering 2 million yen to get started.
If he refused, he’d be starting from zero.
But if he accepted blindly, he’d lose too much control.
After a few seconds, he smirked.
"10%."
Reina’s eyes gleamed. "20%."
"15%," Ryo countered.
Reina stared at him for a moment before smiling. "Deal."
She extended her hand.
Ryo shook it.
And just like that, he had his first investor.
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[Ding! Quest Complete – "Reina’s Proposal"]
> Rewards:
2,000,000 Yen Investment
Social Media Mastery Skill Unlocked!
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Ryo couldn’t help but grin.
"Pleasure doing business with you."
Reina sipped her coffee.
"Likewise, Ryo-kun. But don’t disappoint me—I expect results."
As Ryo left the café, he felt something change.
He wasn’t just some random student anymore.
He was officially a business owner.
And this?
This was just the beginning.
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Meanwhile – A Mysterious Figure Watches
From across the street, a figure in a hoodie watched Ryo exit the café.
They pulled out their phone and dialed a number.
"He’s moving fast," the voice whispered. "We need to keep an eye on him."
A low chuckle came from the other end of the line.
"Let him rise. The higher he climbs… the harder he’ll fall."
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[Ding! Chapter Complete!]
> Mission: Read the next chapter.
Reward: First clothing designs, online unch, and… heroine #5?!
Penalty for skipping: Your business fails before it even begins.
Will you accept the mission?
