Villain's Gambit: Protagonist Bows

The Moyu Group headquarters loomed over the city skyline, a symbol of power and prestige. Inside the chairman's office, Liu Yanru reclined in her luxurious leather chair, stretching gracefully. Her movements, though subtle, highlighted her captivating figure, a striking blend of authority and elegance.

Her cold, majestic eyes, which usually commanded respect, revealed a fleeting hint of fatigue and loneliness. As the chairman of Moyu Group, Liu Yanru had built a reputation for being resolute and commanding, whether in board meetings or among her subordinates. Few dared to defy her. Yet, behind closed doors, she allowed herself to relax, her carefully maintained facade slipping away to reveal a softer, more vulnerable side.

Each sigh, each glance, exuded allure. Her beauty, both mesmerizing and sophisticated, was intoxicating. But today, a shadow of sadness dimmed her usual glow. The company's latest acquisition plan had hit a roadblock, and just yesterday, her car had been "accidentally" sideswiped while she was driving to the office. Liu Yanru wasn't one to believe in coincidences; she understood this was no ordinary accident but a clear warning from her competitors. If she ignored it, next time, the consequences could be far more severe.

She needed protection. Not just any bodyguard, but someone trustworthy, skilled, and ever-present. A protector she could rely on at all times.

Meanwhile, in the personnel department, the interview for her new bodyguard was underway.

"This guy doesn't even have a bodyguard certification, and he's here for the interview?" one of the applicants sneered, barely concealing his disdain.

"Seriously, where does he get the confidence?" another chuckled.

"Maybe he thinks being good-looking is enough," someone else muttered.

"This isn't just any bodyguard position. It's for the chairman of Moyu Group. People would kill for this job," another candidate added, shaking his head.

All eyes turned to Chu Ge, the young man who seemed to be the source of their complaints. At just 21, Chu Ge stood out—not just for his striking appearance but for the unusual aura of self-assurance that surrounded him. While the others waited nervously, he seemed entirely unfazed.

"Even the HR supervisor is blushing when she looks at him," one of the applicants whispered.

Wang Shan, the head of the personnel department, overheard the remark. Her cheeks, which had indeed flushed slightly upon seeing Chu Ge, immediately turned stern. She shot a hard look in his direction. Yes, the guy was undeniably handsome, but that didn't mean anything if he had no skills to back it up.

What a shameless guy, she thought, her irritation growing.

The other applicants, sensing Wang Shan's disapproval, grew even more hostile toward Chu Ge. If it weren't for the formal setting, they might have openly mocked him already.

"Why is everyone so tense?" Chu Ge asked with a casual shrug, meeting their stares with a cool, dismissive gaze. "Let's just focus on the interview."

He settled back into his chair, relaxed and unbothered by the hostility around him. Little did he know, Liu Yanru had been watching everything from the surveillance camera in her office. Her lips curled into a slight smile.

This guy is... interesting.

Chu Ge had captured her attention, though she knew that being handsome and confident alone wouldn't be enough. To be her bodyguard, he'd need much more.

In the corner of the room, Chu Ge activated his system, a hidden tool that had appeared the moment he was transported into this world.

Option 1: Blend into the background, attend the interview humbly, and act like any other candidate. Reward: Title of "Honest Man."

Option 2: Stand out, attract everyone's attention, and become the most dazzling person in the room. Reward: All-round Top Bodyguard Skills.

Chu Ge had already made his choice long before arriving at the interview. He chose to stand out. After all, his arrival in this world had been anything but ordinary. He had woken up in a completely new reality, transported to this parallel universe and thrust directly into a bodyguard interview.

The selection system had informed him that this wasn't just any world. This universe was a chaotic blend of various urban novel tropes. Genius doctors hid in obscure clinics, while lowly sons-in-law gained impossible powers to defeat tyrannical figures like the Dragon King.

It was a wild, messy world, but one thing was certain: Chu Ge would rule over it.

With a smirk, Chu Ge accepted the top-tier bodyguard skills granted by the system. Not only did his combat abilities instantly soar, but his physical strength increased as well, adapting to his new powers.

If the protagonists of these stories could rise to greatness, so could he.

Starting as a bodyguard was only the beginning. He'd heard of Liu Yanru—a powerful, mature beauty in her thirties, who commanded the Moyu Group with an iron will. She was known as the "Royal Sister," an elegant and dominant figure. Could he, a newly empowered bodyguard, resist the temptations of such a woman?

A sly smile crossed his lips. We'll see.

"Chu Ge!" Wang Shan's voice snapped him out of his thoughts.

"Coming!" Chu Ge got up and walked over to her, handing in his interview materials. Before he had crossed into this world, the previous owner of his body had only applied to the job for fun. He hadn't expected anything serious.

Wang Shan skimmed his resume, unimpressed. No certifications, no standout achievements—just good looks and confidence. Still, something about him intrigued her.

"I'll give you a chance to demonstrate your abilities," she said, leaning back in her chair. Despite her skepticism, she couldn't shake the feeling that this young man had something hidden beneath the surface.

The other applicants rolled their eyes. Of course, he gets special treatment because of his looks.

Option 1: Take the resume and walk out. Those with true skills don't need to show off. Reward: Aura of a Passerby.

Option 2: Crush everyone in the room with overwhelming strength. Make your presence known. Reward: Infinite Ammo Pistol.

Chu Ge didn't hesitate for a moment. He smiled, knowing exactly what he was about to do.