First Love taste Like A Lemon

"Not so fast. What will you do if you lose the bet?" the Don inquired.

"Oh, how about I work for you for a lifetime?" Aryan proposed his wager, but the Don shook his head and made a counteroffer.

"No, you will work for Mr. Emberweave for a lifetime and serve him wholeheartedly," Don Veneziale responded with a smile.

That was the bet Aryan Sharma made with Don Veneziale before they arrived at Astral Tech Corporation that morning.

— Present —

Don Veneziale and Aryan Sharma walked into the lobby, heading towards the receptionist. Some of the office workers recognized Don Veneziale, as he had recruited many of them to work here, helping them repay their debts owed to him. They had mixed feelings towards Don Veneziale. They resented him for trapping them in debt and schemes, forcing them to work for him. However, they also appreciated the well-paying job he provided, which was significantly better than their previous employment.