C345 I Have Subordinates

Faith had just started her training when suddenly there was a knock on the door. She froze. For a moment, she didn't know what to do. She was alone inside the training hall, apart from the security guards stationed around the headquarters. She slowly looked toward the door and realized that she had forgotten to lock it. Her heart began beating faster. “Who is it?” she asked cautiously. There was no answer.

Faith became even more nervous. She slowly moved toward the corner of the room and waited. A few seconds later, the door suddenly opened. Samantha walked inside. She looked around the training hall, confused when she didn't immediately see anyone. “Faith? Are you there?” Faith slowly came out from the corner. Samantha looked at her and immediately laughed. “What were you hiding from?” Faith smiled awkwardly. “I thought it was someone else.” Samantha shook her head while laughing. “You scared yourself.” Faith laughed as well. “I wasn't expecting anyone to come.”

Samantha looked toward the punching bags. “Well, since I'm already here, let's train.” Faith nodded. The two women started with the punching bags. They took turns punching and practicing their movements. Samantha watched Faith carefully and occasionally corrected her stance. After some time, Faith wiped the sweat from her forehead. “Samantha.” “Yes?” “Do you want another fight?” Samantha smiled. “You still want a rematch?” Faith nodded. “I do.” Samantha laughed. “Fine. Let's go.”

The two women moved away from the punching bags and began sparring again. They continued training for a while before eventually becoming tired. Samantha looked at the time. “We should probably leave.” Faith nodded. “Yeah. We have work tomorrow.” They both laughed before leaving the training hall. At the Mooney Family Residence Alicia and I finally arrived home. The moment her car stopped, Alicia quickly got out. “Wife, wait!” She didn't even turn around. She hurried toward the house, leaving me behind. I laughed and followed her.

The moment Alicia entered the house, she immediately rushed toward her father. “Dad! Dad! I have big news!” Mark looked at her and laughed softly. “Why are you so excited?” Alicia released him and immediately turned toward Peter. “Grandpa!” She jumped toward him and hugged him tightly. “Grandpa, I'm very strong now!” Peter laughed as he held her. “You're very strong now?” “Yes!” Mark looked at me with a confused expression. “Mike, what happened?” Before I could answer, Alicia quickly interrupted. “Mike, don't tell them. I'll explain.”

I smiled and stepped aside. Mary looked at Alicia and smiled. “Something big must have happened if you're this happy, my child.” Alicia laughed and finally sat down. “Dad, Grandpa Victor sent the coaches!” Mark raised his eyebrows. “The coaches?” “Yes.”bAlicia nodded enthusiastically. “They came today. They have very strange names, and they're all big and strong.” Mark smiled. “What are their names?” Alicia immediately began explaining. “Angus the Hammer is their leader. Dad, when they arrived, they all bowed to me in front of everyone.”

She pointed toward herself proudly. “They called me Madam.” Mark laughed. “And now you think you're some kind of big boss?” Alicia smiled. “I am a big boss now. I have subordinates.” Everyone laughed. Quinton shook his head. “What do you mean by subordinates? You're still very young.” Mark laughed. “I know. But apparently the internet knows about it already.” Peter frowned. “What?” Mark looked at him. “Someone took a picture of Alicia standing in front of those men while they were kneeling. It has already been posted online.”

Peter looked surprised. “And you didn't bother telling us?” Mark laughed. “I didn't want to ruin my daughter's excitement.” Peter shook his head and laughed. Alicia waited until they finished before continuing. “Dad, when the weapons arrived and the coaches came, everyone followed us to the training hall.” Mary looked at her. “Everyone?” “Yes. All the employees.” She paused before continuing. “They even suggested something I wasn't expecting.” Georgia became curious. “What did they suggest?”

Alicia looked around at everyone. “They suggested that we get rid of the different contracts.” Mary immediately looked worried. “What do you mean? Does that mean nobody wants to participate anymore?” Alicia shook her head. “No, Grandma. It's the opposite.” She smiled. “They said they don't want to separated by different contracts. Everyone wanted to participate to receive the same opportunity.” Mark nodded slowly. “And what did you say?” Alicia smiled. “I agreed.”

Mary's expression changed. “But they have families.” “I know,” Alicia replied. “They said they understood the risks. They know that this isn't a normal training program. They know that if the war comes, some of them could die.” The room became quieter. Alicia continued. “And they said that as long as the compensation promised to their families is honored, they're willing to risk their lives.” Mark leaned back slightly. “So that's why the officers were calling you a big shot.” Alicia laughed. “I am a big shot now.” Everyone laughed again.

Mark, however, slowly became serious. “Alicia.” She looked at him. “Don't celebrate too early.” Alicia's smile faded slightly. “What do you mean?” Mark sighed. “Your employees have a habit of posting everything online whenever something exciting happens.” He shook his head. “Look at what happened today. Someone took a picture of you with ten men kneeling in front of you and immediately posted it.” Alicia looked down. “Your enemies may already know about your training facility,” Mark continued. “And now they may know that you have people willing to fight for you.”

Alicia nodded slowly. “I understand, Father.” Mark looked at her seriously. “You need to speak to your employees. Some things have to remain private.” Alicia nodded. “I will.” She then smiled again. “But they're just excited, Father. They're excited about becoming stronger, and I'm excited too.” Mark smiled slightly. “I know. Just make sure excitement doesn't make you careless.” While Mark continued speaking with Alicia, Mary and Georgia had already taken out their phones. They began searching for the picture.

Georgia suddenly stopped. Her eyes widened. “What?!” Everyone turned toward her. Georgia held up her phone. “So many huge men are kneeling in front of my granddaughter!” Mary immediately moved closer to see the picture. “Alicia!” She looked at her daughter in law in disbelief. “My child, you've really become powerful.” Alicia laughed. “I told you!” Everyone laughed again. After some time, they finally began preparing dinner.

Meanwhile at Willy's Island, the technical team lead by starc continued working. Several screens were displaying different reports and alerts. Starc was sitting in front of one of the computers when a new notification suddenly appeared. He looked at the screen. At first, he didn't think much of it. Then he noticed the picture attached to the post. He leaned closer. His expression slowly changed. He stood up immediately. “Brian!” There was no response. Starc looked around. “Brian!” This time his voice was louder.

Brian, who was in another room discussing matters with Willy, heard him. He frowned. “What now?” He walked out and saw Starc standing near the computers. Starc quickly waved him over. “Come and see this.” Brian walked toward him. “What did you find?” Starc pointed toward the screen. “Look.” Brian leaned forward. The picture showed Alicia standing in front of ten men who were kneeling before her. Brian stared at it for several seconds. His expression slowly became serious. “When was this taken?”

Starc answered, “It was posted a few hours ago.” Brian continued staring at the picture. “How do they know them?” Starc shook his head. “We don't know yet.” Brian narrowed his eyes. “Then find out.” Starc nodded. Brian looked at the picture again. Something about the men made him uncomfortable. Then he suddenly said. “Wait.” Starc looked at him. “What?” Brian pointed at the image. “How is the Gupta family involved with them?” Starc frowned. “I don't know, sir.”

Brian remained silent for a moment. Then he quickly took out his phone. “Forward this picture to me.” Starc immediately sent it. Brian looked at the image one more time. “I have to show the boss.” Without wasting another second, he turned around and hurried toward Willy's office.