Recap of the Previous Chapter
At the Stern Family Gala, Max met Victor's fiancée, Elena Veyra. With the Underworld Domination System guiding him, Max seduced her in secret on the terrace, pulling moans and shivers from her lips that no one else had ever heard. The system rewarded him with Seduction and Revenge Points, unlocking greater charm. But as their kiss deepened, the terrace door opened—Victor stood there, suspicion burning in his eyes.
The game had only just begun.
Victor's Suspicion
The terrace air turned cold.
"—Elena?" Victor's voice was sharp, almost breaking.
Elena froze. Her hands flew to straighten her dress, her lips trembling as though a thousand excuses warred in her mind.
Max, however, didn't flinch. He turned casually, glass of champagne in hand, as though he had simply been keeping her company. His smirk was polite but edged with poison.
"Victor," he greeted smoothly. "Your fiancée was just telling me how suffocating these banquets can be."
Victor's eyes darted between them. Elena's flushed cheeks, her swollen lips, the way her chest still rose too quickly… the evidence screamed. But Max's calm aura swallowed the moment.
Victor narrowed his eyes. "Elena, is that true?"
Elena swallowed hard. "Y-yes. I just needed fresh air, and Max was… keeping me company."
Victor's jaw worked, but he forced a smile. "Of course. My cousin has always been… attentive."
The words carried venom.
[SYSTEM ALERT]
Mini-Quest Activated: Gaslight the RivalMake Victor doubt his suspicions while planting insecurity in his mind.
Reward: +200 RP, +100 SPFailure: Victor's hostility rises faster than anticipated.
Max's smirk deepened. He placed a hand lightly on Elena's shoulder, just enough for Victor to see.
"She's enchanting, cousin," Max said smoothly, voice dipped in silk. "You're lucky to have her. If I were you, I'd never let her out of my sight."
Victor's nostrils flared. The orchestra's distant music seemed too soft for the storm brewing in his chest.
"Right," Victor muttered, stepping forward to wrap a possessive arm around Elena. She stiffened under his grip.
Max chuckled under his breath, sipping his champagne. "Take care of her, Victor. Women like Elena… don't stay loyal to men who fail to satisfy them."
The color drained from Victor's face, rage barely caged.
[SYSTEM UPDATE]
Mini-Quest Complete: Gaslight the Rival+200 RP+100 SP
System Note: Victor's insecurity toward Elena has doubled. His paranoia is now a weapon in your hands.
Max walked away, leaving Victor to stew in silent fury and Elena trembling beside him. The seed of suspicion was planted. Now it would grow.
Behind Closed Doors
Later that night, after the gala ended, the Stern mansion quieted. Guests left in sleek black cars, their laughter fading into the night.
Max returned to his room, a luxurious suite of velvet curtains, polished oak, and a king-sized bed. As he loosened his tie, the System Panel appeared before him in glowing neon.
[SYSTEM PANEL]
Status – Max Stern
Seduction Points: 650
Revenge Points: 500
Skills:
Charm Domination Lv.2 (+20% influence when alone with opposite sex)
Intimidation Aura Lv.1 (locked)
Available Missions:
Break the Fiancée's Loyalty – Push Elena to betray Victor emotionally and physically.Reward: +700 SP, +500 RP
Expand Underworld Influence (Step 1) – Establish first criminal foothold in Stern City.Reward: Unlock Underworld Reputation System
Max chuckled. "One stone, two birds. Break Victor and build my empire."
Elena's Midnight Visit
Just as he settled into bed, a soft knock echoed at his door.
Knock… knock…
He opened it to find Elena, still in her crimson gown, eyes darting nervously down the hall.
"Max," she whispered, breathless. "I… I shouldn't be here."
He smirked. "And yet, here you are."
She hesitated only a second before slipping inside. The door clicked shut behind her.
Elena pressed her back to the wall, heart racing. "Victor's been watching me all night. I can't breathe around him. And when you… when you touched me earlier—" Her voice broke, a soft moan slipping through as though the memory alone lit her body aflame. "Ahh… Max…"
Max stepped close, pinning her gently against the wall, his hand sliding along her waist.
"Say my name again," he commanded, lips brushing hers.
"Max…" she moaned, trembling, the word shameless and hungry.
[SYSTEM UPDATE]
Moan Detected: "Max"+100 SPMultiplier Active: +3 (Shameless Midnight Moan Bonus)
He claimed her lips, their kiss raw, urgent, forbidden. Her body arched into him, desperate for release. His dominance poured over her like fire, and her moans filled the quiet room, each louder than the last.
"Mmm—ahh—Max…!"
Every gasp, every shameless cry fed his system with points, each moan another nail in Victor's coffin.
[SYSTEM UPDATE]
Objective Progress: Break the Fiancée's Loyalty (Stage 1 Complete)+350 SP+200 RPSystem Bonus: Elena's Affection has crossed the Point of No Return. She now craves you more than Victor.
Elena collapsed against him, cheeks flushed, lips swollen, body trembling. Her breath came in ragged gasps as she whispered against his chest:
"I can't stop… I need you, Max. Not him. You."
He smirked, brushing her hair aside. "Good girl. Then stay by my side."
The Morning After
When dawn came, Victor stormed into breakfast late, his face drawn, eyes bloodshot. Elena sat beside him, but her gaze flickered again and again toward Max. Each glance carried heat, shame, and longing.
Victor noticed. His fork clattered against the plate.
Max leaned back casually, sipping his coffee with a knowing smirk.
The seed is growing. Soon, it'll devour him alive.
Cliffhanger
The System flashed another alert.
[SYSTEM ALERT]
New Mission Unlocked:Claim Victor's Throne in the Family
Undermine Victor's credibility with the Stern Elders.
Publicly outshine him in the upcoming Stern Family Council.
Reward: +1000 RP, +500 SPFailure Penalty: System Punishment (Severe)
Timer: 7 Days
Max's grin widened.Not only was Victor losing his fiancée—soon, he would lose his entire future.
And Max would rise, step by step, until the White Tiger roared once again.
End of Chapter 3