Act - 59: "The Hustle"

28 June, 10:00 AM – The Office

The atmosphere in the office was electric. Voices melded together into a constant buzz, accompanied by the clacking of keyboards and shrill ringing of phones. Two teams, Lars and Ray, were engaged in a fierce competition for the top sales spot. The air crackled with anticipation and tension as both sides fought for victory.

As he straightened his tie, Lars could feel the adrenaline pumping through his veins, preparing him for the important call. His team had been selling Sentech's latest broadband and laptop packages for quite some time now, and they were well-versed in the sales game. Yet, each new sale still felt like a battle to be won.

Lars sat at his desk, surrounded by a team of eager salespeople. He looked around the room, making eye contact with each person before picking up the phone. With bold confidence, he dialed the number and leaned back in his chair, flashing his best sales smile. The ringing tone echoed in his ear as he waited for someone to pick up on the other end.

"Good morning, Mr. Donovan, it's Lars from Sentech. I've got something that's going to make your day easier—and a lot faster. We're rolling out our new broadband package, lightning speed with no drops. You know how frustrating those buffering circles can be, right? Well, this will end them for good. And, here's the kicker—we're bundling it with the latest laptop model. Top performance, sleek design, perfect for business or streaming movies at home."

Lars paused, listening intently. Mr. Donovan sounded hesitant, but Lars knew how to handle that.

"Listen, I get it—there are a lot of options out there. But let's keep this simple. You need reliable internet that never lets you down, and a top-tier laptop to match, all for a price that's going to save you money in the long run. What do you say we get you set up today and cut through the clutter?"

The silence on the other end was brief.

"Yeah, that sounds good."

Lars grinned. "Great! I'll send over the paperwork. You'll be set up with the fastest broadband in town and the latest tech by the end of the week. Easy as that."

He hung up, fist bumping the air. One more win for Sentech, one step closer to hitting the day's target.

Across the Room – Team Ray's Battlefield

On the other side of the office, Ray wasn't slowing down. His team had a different target audience—women. Bellalux's 6-month skincare subscription was their ace. They were selling a dream of beauty and care, wrapped in a sleek package that promised glowing skin and self-care indulgence.

Ray smiled as he dialed the next number, knowing he had to keep his pitch simple but compelling.

"Hi, Mrs. Sanchez! This is Ray from Bellalux. I wanted to ask—when was the last time you did something just for you? We get so busy these days, and we often forget to take care of ourselves, right? That's why I'm calling. Bellalux is offering a 6-month skincare subscription that's all about pampering you. It's a luxury skincare line that's scientifically crafted to give you the best results without the hassle."

He could almost hear Ms. Sanchez nodding on the other end. He leaned in, his voice softening, more personal now.

"Here's what we're doing: for the next six months, you'll get a new skincare set delivered right to your door—cleansers, moisturizers, serums, everything you need. No more guesswork. It's all tailored to your skin type, so you're guaranteed to see results. And it's not just about looking good—it's about feeling good. You deserve that, don't you?"

There was a brief pause before Ms. Sanchez spoke.

"You know what? That sounds amazing. Sign me up."

Ray smiled, keeping his voice calm. "Perfect. I'll get you all set up. You'll be glowing in no time."

Another sale down. Team Ray was on fire.

A Delayed Departure and the Reality of Empire Building

Meanwhile, amidst the hustle, I sat at my desk, watching both teams tear through their targets. The energy in the room was contagious, but there was a lot on my plate.

The new office? Still a week away from being ready. I had to delay my departure once again—another week tacked onto my already packed schedule. That's how it was, though. Building your own empire was chaos. Nothing ever seemed to go as planned.

I rubbed my temples, staring at the long to-do list on my desk. Between managing the sales teams and getting the office up and running, it felt like I was constantly swimming upstream.

But that's the thing about building something great—it was never supposed to be easy. With every setback came a new challenge, and with every challenge came an opportunity. We'd keep pushing forward. Because at the end of the day, empires weren't built on luck.

They were built on hustle.

I was completely broke. No funds.

My team and I had poured our hearts, souls, and wallets into this venture. As I stood in the middle of our bustling office, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of pride and satisfaction. Each member had been carefully selected by me, their skills and personalities perfectly aligned with the needs of our company.

They were more than just employees - they were my handpicked dream team, meticulously trained by none other than myself. Every day, I watched as the seeds I planted grew into a bountiful harvest, nourished by my unwavering dedication and determination.

Soon, the harvest would come.

Together, Nova Enterprise and our partners would dominate the market. Our competition wouldn't even see it coming. And when they finally caught wind of our success, they'd be in a frenzy to partner with us, scrambling to catch up or risk being left behind.

And I knew, deep down, that I could step away, let it all run on autopilot. My knights and pawns were already in position, the strategy set. All that was left was to watch it unfold.

Dio Stat's Info:

Lvl: 15

Skill Count: 3 (Key selling point analyze) (Analyze) (Global Monitoring System)

Strength:35

Agility:24

Intelligence:28

Endurance:21

Charm:23

Dio influence, power & riches:

Money - 0

Associate - 8

Asset - 0

Digital Asset - 250 BTC

Goons - 10

Car - 1

Guard - 0

Employers -50

Company - 1