In the morning before the meeting with the Gunawan family, the system in Luky's head rang with a surprising new mission.
Ting!
[Premium prestige mission is published!]
Mission Description: Prove your wealth and prestige status by acquiring an exclusive super car, Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+, with a price of around 1 trillion rupiah, within 3 days. This car is the highest symbol of achievement.
Prize: +25 Character Development Points, "Social Engineering" (Basic) Skill, Exclusive Access to Global Luxury Cars Dealership, Drastically Increasing Reputation.
Deadline: 3 days
Penalties (if it fails): a decrease in public perception of the wealth and credibility of the host, the possibility of being ridiculed by the elite.
Luky sighed. This system sometimes requires things that look very materialistic. However, he understood the logic behind it. In the business world, especially when dealing with conglomerate families such as Gunawan, perception and image are everything. Suddenly having the latest Bugatti will send a very strong message, that he is not only rich, but also has access and tastes that are equivalent to them.
He didn't waste time. Before leaving for school, he did a quick search on his laptop. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ is one of the fastest production cars in the world, with prices in accordance with its prestige. Directly buying from a factory in France is not an option because of a limited time. He needs to find units that already exist in Indonesia or at least in Southeast Asia that can be sent quickly.
His premium hacker skills (basic) he used to access a limited global luxury car dealer network. He found a unit available at a dealership in Singapore. The color is blue matte with bronze color details is very exclusive and in accordance with its taste. The price is around 1.05 trillion rupiah, including all expression costs for express and licensing for Indonesia.
He immediately contacted the dealership via video call. A Sales Manager who looks very professional answered.
"Good morning, Bugatti Singapore, can I help you?" said the man, Mr.tan.
"Mr.Tan, my name is Luky Pratama. I am interested in the Chiron Super Sport 300+ unit you mentioned, the Matte Carbon blue."
"Ah, a very good choice, sir. That's the last unit available in this region. However, the process and verification for such purchases ... quite tight," answered Mr. Tan, a little hesitated to hear a sound so young.
Luky smiled. He knows this will happen.
"I understand, Mr. Tan. Please send all documents and payment details to my email. I will make full payments today. I want the car to be sent to my address in Jakarta with a special cargo flight tomorrow. Is it possible?"
Mr. Tan was silent for a moment, surprised by the firmness and readiness to pay cash. "That ... That's very unusual, sir. Payment verification usually takes days, and shipping .."
"I will pay an additional 50 billion to accelerate the process and expression of express. Is it possible now?" Cut Luky.
From across the screen, Mr. Tan almost choked. "Fifty billion? For acceleration? Yes, sir! Of course you can! Everything will be prioritized! I will take care of it myself!"
"Good. I'll wait for the email. The transfer will be made in the next two hours."
Luky decided the call. Money speaks louder than doubts.
He immediately transferred 1.05 trillion rupiah plus 50 billion for acceleration fees. The premium payment system allows such a large transaction to occur within minutes without obstacles.
Ting!
[Mission of the "Bugatti's acquisition" has been completed!]
[Gift: +25 Character Points, Social Engineering Skill (Basics), Exclusive Access to Global Luxury Cars Dealership, and Increased Reputation has been added!]
Luky felt a little dizzy. He just spent more than 1 trillion for a car. But he also feels new confidence. He is now the youngest Bugatti owner and perhaps the only one in Indonesia.
He went to school with different thoughts. This afternoon meeting with Pak Gunawan will take place with a new dynamics.
All day at school, he tried to focus on the lesson, but his mind drifted to the meeting that afternoon. Skill of the premium business negotiation (basic) and corporate politics (basic) passively, reminded him of various tactics that might be used by Pak Gunawan.
During rest, Bima and Dito approached.
"Luky you look very confused, Luke. What's wrong?" Bima asked.
"This afternoon I had a meeting with his father Diana. At the Gunawan Capital office," Luky answered.
"His father Diana? The conglomerate? Wow, seriously? Are you challenged by a duel?" Dito looks anxious.
"Not a duel. But maybe a kind of test. They want to see who I actually am."
"Luky you can definitely, Luke. You've been doing crazy things in this week. Meeting with the conglomerate's parents should have become daily food for you," Bima said trying to encourage.
"Thanks, guys. I will try," Luky said.
The last lesson was finally finished. Luky returned home to change clothes. He chose a simple but elegant black suit, not trying to look excessive, but also did not want to look like a school child.
Ms. Nana looked at him and asked, "Luky, what is the event wearing a suit?"
"Business meetings, ma'am. Same potential investors," Luky answered with a convincing smile.
"Be careful, yes, son. Don't be fooled."
"Yes, ma'am. Just calm down."
Luky ordered a driver to take him. The car he used to use was waiting. He deliberately has not used Bugatti who is still in shipping.
The trip to Gunawan Capital's head office feels long. The building soars high and magnificent in the Sudirman area. When Luky entered, the atmosphere was very professional and luxurious. The receptionist immediately welcomed him.
"Mr. Luky Pratama? Mr. Gunawan is waiting on the 40th floor. Please follow me."
Luky was escorted to an exclusive elevator that went straight to the top floor. When the elevator door opened, he was welcomed by Pak Gunawan's personal secretary who then drove him to a very large meeting room with a stunning view of the city of Jakarta.
Sitting there is Pak Gunawan, with a more full and authoritative face than what is seen in the car. Beside him sat Diana, who wore a formal business suit. There is also another older man, maybe a lawyer or advisor.
"Luky Pratama, we finally met formally," said Pak Gunawan, rising and shaking Luky's hand tightly. "This is my daughter, Diana, who you already know. And this is Mr. Hendra, our legal counsel."
"It's nice to meet with you," Luky answered with a confident attitude and firm handshake.
They all sat down. Pak Gunawan immediately started.
"I will speak frankly, Luky. What you have done in a short time is very ... impressive. And a little annoying."
"Bother?" Luky asked.
"Yes. You appear like a meteor, disrupt the existing order. You acquire the companies that we are after, reject our investment offer repeatedly, and even able to block efforts ... investigations to you," explained Pak Gunawan, his eyes were sharply observing Luky's reaction.
Luky remains calm. "I just run a business, sir. I see opportunities and I take it. I don't intend to disturb anyone."
"Every action has consequences, son. Refusing our offer can be interpreted as hostility."
"I hope no, sir. I see it as a difference in business strategy."
Diana, who had been silent, finally spoke. "Luky, my father is not intended to threaten. We want to understand. Who is behind you? Because it is impossible for a teenager to do all this alone. Is there another family? Or a group of foreign investors?"
This is the point. They want to know the source of their strength.
Luky took a breath. Social Engineering skills (basic) gave him instincts to frame the narrative.
"There is no one behind me, Diana. Only me and my vision. Regarding funding, as I have said, it is a personal matter. The important thing is, the funds are legal and available."
Pak Gunawan shook his head. "We have conducted an examination, Luky. There is no record of the 'big legacy' that enters Indonesia with your name in the amount you issued. That means, and you may come from a source that ... is unclear. That is very risky."
Luky smiled faintly. They still don't believe.
"Father's examination may need to be renewed," Luky said casually. "But, rather than we argue about the source of funds, maybe we better talk about the future. I do not rule out the possibility of future cooperation, at an equivalent level, not as a minority investor."
"The equivalent level?" Pak Gunawan laughed a little. "You are still very young, Luky. Our experience decades longer."
"In business, sometimes new speeds and vision are more valuable than old experiences," Luky replied. "Just look at the archipelago eats. In a matter of days, we have dominated 5 new cities. That's the proof."
The meeting was tense for almost an hour. Pak Gunawan and his team tried various ways to suppress and get information, but Luky with his negotiation and social engineering skills managed to turn each of the experiments.
In the end, Mr. Gunawan sighed.
"You are stubborn, son. I appreciate that. But remember, the way alone is dangerous. We will watch. If you make just one small mistake, we will be there. Or ... If you change the mind, our offer is still there."
The meeting ended without an agreement, but also without open hostility. That is the best result that Luky can expect.
When Luky got out of the building and headed for his car, he was relieved and alert. This nerve battle is tiring.
The next day, a large container arrived in front of Luky's house. Inside is the Giron Super Sport 300+ Bugatti Chiron. The process of dismantling and surrender of the key was carried out with a very strict protocol and attended by representatives from Singapore Dealership.
Luky stood in front of the car, a technical and design masterpiece. Ms. Nana came out with wide eyes.
"Luky ... that ... what car is that? That must be very expensive!"
"Yes, ma'am. But this is necessary for business," Luky answered, hugging his mother.
He did not immediately drive him. He waited for the right moment.
That moment came on the same day. There is an exclusive car show event at a premium mall in Jakarta. Luky knows that conglomerates and rich families, including the Gunawan and Wijaya families, will be there.
He wore an expensive casual settings and drove the bugat for the first time to the event. When the Matte carbon blue car slid slowly into the exclusive parking area, all eyes were on him. The fierce engine sound makes everyone stop talking.
He came down with confidence. Some photographers immediately photographed him. He saw many surprised faces, including Diana and Kevin who happened to be present with their parents.
Diana approached him, her eyes widened. "That ... Bugatti Chiron? The new one? You bought it?"
"Just came yesterday," Luky answered casually while handing the key to Valet.
Kevin, who stood near him, looked pale and angry. His father, Mr. Wijaya, who was also present, approached Pak Gunawan and whispered something with a grim face.
The message has been sent. Luky is not just rich, he is in the same league as them. Maybe even bolder.
Pak Gunawan himself finally approached Luky.
"Congratulations to your new car, Luky. That is the achievement that ... extraordinary for someone your age."
"Thank you, Mr. Gunawan. This is just a tool. The real achievement is the business that I built."
"Right," answered Mr. Gunawan, this time in a more respectful tone. "Maybe ... we can schedule another meeting next week. To discuss ... the possibility of a more equal synergy."
Luky smiled. "I will be very happy, sir."
He has passed the first stage of his test. With the car, he not only bought prestige, but also bought a chair at the table of the strongest people. Status, system.
Whispered Luky
Status:
[Premium Wealth System
Host: Luky Pratama
Wealth Balance: 9,999,999,938,399,999,700 Rupiah (After Bugatti Purchase)
Status: Premium Member (Level 1)
Skill: Premium Fighting (Basics), Premium Hackers (Basics), Premium Academic Intelligence (Medium), Premium Business Strategy (Basic), SIM Premium, Premium Team Management (Basic), Financial Analysis (Basic), Counter Intelligence Premium (Basics), Corporate Politics (Basics), Standing Business Negotiations (Basics), Social Engineering Premium (Basis)
Assets: PT. Nusantara Eats, PT. My job, PT. Delta Nusantara Creation, 1 Unit of Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+
Character Points: 120
Active mission: 0.]
He now has more than just money. He has a confession.