Chapter 7: The Price of Heart

**Chapter 7: The Price of Heart**

Adam sits on the edge of the bed, the system interface flashing before him. Each new request takes him deeper into the game, and each wish granted leaves him with more questions than answers. The power of the system is insane, but Adam knows better than to let it blind him.

client request found. Petition details: "Remove my competition from the upcoming election. Willingness to pay: 12 years of energy. >

His eyes narrowed. The political implications of this desire were greater than most, and the consequences would go beyond the buyer's wishes. Adam pressed the request for more information.

local politician, life expectancy: 45 years. Objective: Three opponents in the city council race. The proposal includes removal or removal. >

Adam rested on his fingers. "Twelve years for three objectives? This "It's a bit much, don't you think?" He used the negotiation option. negotiation message: "Your request is complex and dangerous. Increase the price to 18 years, or limit the scope to one enemy. '> The response comes after a short while. Response: "I would like to increase the price to 15 years." This is the best I can offer. '> Adam laughed. "Fifteen, right? You should sit in this seat. He agreed to the new one." Relationship

approved. Beginning of the quest. .. >

"Eliminate the three candidates from the City Council race," Adam whispered, his voice filled with curiosity about how the system had implemented such a sweeping directive.

The power increased, cold and mechanical. Adam didn't know the details - he trusted the system to handle the information.

completed. 15 years of power added to your balance. Remaining power: 30 years, 22 months >

--- Later that night, as Adam wandered the streets, he heard whispers of a sudden crisis brewing in the city council. One of the candidates was found guilty of embezzlement, another was caught in a compromising situation, and the third disappeared from the competition without explanation. Adam chuckled under his breath. "It always works out." But as he enjoyed the results, a sinister thought arose within him. The system's ability to The manipulation of the world is a very common thing, but the extreme cold left no room for morality and restraint. --- The request was made after Adam ate dinner at night in the dark dining room.

new client request. Request Details: "Ensure your daughter's safety while studying abroad." Willingness to pay: 5 years life expectancy. >

Adam's face was touched. The request seems simple, but the proposed price is too low for what could be opened mail He killed the negotiation option. negotiation message: "Your request is a comprehensive protection that requires a lot of resources. Please extend the payment to 10 years, or specify a shorter period if you prefer. '> responses received quickly. response: I will accept 10 years, but only if the protection is guaranteed for one year. '> Adam nodded in satisfaction. "System, accept the modified terms." accepted. Beginning of the desire. .. > Adam ordered: "Watch over the life of Jupiter's daughter for a year. The system exploded, and the electricity flowed rapidly. In one place, invisible machines moved, weaving a shield around the girl in a way that only Adam could imagine. completed. 10 years of strength added to your balance. Remaining strength: 40 years and 22 months. > --- Night fell, Adam Returning to his cave, the weight of the day's decisions weighing heavily on him. He stared at the glowing interface, his mind racing. The system had empowered him, but at a cost. Each wish he fulfilled, he entered a web of constraints, consequences, and unseen powers.

Another warning flashed, piercing the darkness of his gentle flame.

client request found. Request Details: "Give me gifts beyond imagination." Willing to pay: 20 years of strength. >

Adam's lips curled into a slow smile. "This one's for you.

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