Building The Strongest Family-Chapter 24: Culprit

Arthur couldn't contain his excitement as he explored the vast offerings of the system mall.

It felt like a treasure trove, with everything from Earth's blockbuster movies and games to cutting edge technology and groundbreaking pharmaceuticals.

He envisioned a future where he could tap into these resources and generate immense wealth, after all, many of these films and games had raked in billions back on Earth!

His heart raced as he stumbled upon the anime section, filled with beloved classics like Shrek, Frozen, and Kung Fu Panda.

But what truly captivated him were the pharmaceutical and biotech categories.

Here, Arthur discovered potential cures for diseases that had long plagued humanity, cancer, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, the list went on. Just think about it: back on Earth, millions suffered from cancer daily; the market was worth trillions!

And in Panterra, a world vastly larger than Earth,imagine how many people needed treatment.

If he could produce a cancer drug here, it could propel the Osborn Family to unimaginable heights!

The thought made Arthur's breath quicken; his face flushed with anticipation.

The temptation to unveil this miracle cure immediately was overwhelming, but he knew better than to act impulsively.

"Calm down," he reminded himself, taking a deep breath to steady his racing thoughts. Revealing such a powerful asset too soon could attract unwanted attention from powerful corporations that would see him as a threat.

Instead of rushing into action, Arthur decided to focus on more manageable opportunities first, like weight loss medications or treatments for myopia.

As he browsed through the system mall's offerings with renewed determination, something caught his eye: a category labeled "Talents." Intrigued, he tapped on it.

To his delight, numerous subcategories appeared before him:

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Technology & Programming Talents

Business & Management Talents

Scientific Research Talents

Creative & Artistic Talents

Bodyguards

Engineering & Technical Talents

Each talent came with its own price tag, igniting excitement within him. "So I can buy skilled individuals across various industries?" Arthur asked eagerly.

[Yes Host! You can purchase them as long as you have the funds available. Don't worry about their identities; the system will take care of everything.]

"Wow!" His eyes sparkled at this revelation. Security was paramount for him right now, the Osborn Family was under threat from all sides, and strong bodyguards were essential.

He quickly navigated to the bodyguard section without hesitation:

Normal Bodyguard [Price: 10 Million Unicreds]

Elite Bodyguard [Price: 30 Million Unicreds]

Special Elite Bodyguard [Price: 50 Million Unicreds]

Special Force Grade Bodyguard [Price: 100 Million Unicreds]

Soldier King Grade Bodyguard [Price: 200 Million Unicreds]

Mercenary King Grade Bodyguard [Price: 300 Million Unicreds ]

War God Grade Bodyguard: [ Price 500 Million Unicreds ]

Royal Grade Bodyguard: [ Price : 700 Million Unicreds ]

"Wow! Why are these bodyguards so expensive?" Arthur's eyes widened as he took in the staggering prices of these elite protectors.

[Host, the reason these bodyguards come with such a hefty price tag is that they are significantly more powerful and professional than standard bodyguards. For instance, those available in the system mall are twice as strong as typical guards found elsewhere. Plus, each higher grade offers increased professionalism and strength compared to the last.] The system voice chimed in his mind unexpectedly.

Arthur shook his head in disbelief. Yes, they were pricey, but when it came to family safety, there was no room for compromise.

After receiving substantial cash rewards from the system upgrade, and with his family's status also on the rise, 1.2 billion Unicreds didn't seem like an insurmountable amount anymore.

He pondered over the various levels of bodyguards for a moment before making a decision.

He purchased two Special Elite Bodyguards and one Special Force Grade Bodyguard, spending 200 million Unicreds and leaving himself with a cool 1 billion.

After instructing the system to send his new hires to Silvester for further arrangements, he felt a surge of excitement about his next venture: speculating in international future oil markets in just a few days!

The thought of potential profits ignited a fire within him; if all went well, it could inflate the Osborn Family's wealth beyond imagination!

With renewed determination, Arthur closed the system panel and exited the conference room wearing a satisfied smile, humming cheerfully as he strolled through the hall with hands clasped behind his back.

"Master Arthur! Captain Silvester is looking for you!" Alfredo announced just as Arthur stepped into the expansive living room.

In an instant, Arthur's cheerful demeanor shifted to one of seriousness and cold resolve.

"Tell him to come to my study immediately," he instructed firmly before heading upstairs to his study room where he settled into his chair with an intense gaze.

Moments later, there was a knock at the door.

"Come in!" Arthur called out lightly while fixing his eyes on the entrance.

The door swung open to reveal Silvester's imposing figure stepping inside.

Silvester quickly bowed upon entering. "Master Arthur, we have discovered who is targeting the Osborn Family."

Arthur's heart raced as he absorbed Silvester's words.

He took a deep breath, striving to steady himself, and fixed his gaze on Silvester. "Who is it?" he asked, his voice steady despite the turmoil within.

"It's Oliver Sterling," Silvester replied.

"Oliver Sterling?" Arthur raised an eyebrow in disbelief.

"Yes, Master Arthur. Oliver Sterling is the eldest son of the head of the Sterling Family and currently serves as the CEO of Horizon Legacy Real Estate Group." Silvester's tone was grave, and suddenly, everything clicked for Arthur.

He recalled that this was the same man who had attempted to purchase their development land at an absurdly low price.

"Are you sure?" Arthur pressed, searching Silvester's face for any hint of doubt.

"Absolutely, Master Arthur," Silvester affirmed with a serious nod. "We began our investigation with the assassins we captured, those who tried to infiltrate the mansion days ago, and one of the armed men who ambushed you recently. Through various methods of interrogation, they ultimately confessed that it was Oliver Sterling who hired them. We've confirmed everything; all evidence points directly to him."

A chilling realization washed over Arthur as his eyes turned cold and steely. "Was he also responsible for my parents' deaths?"

Silvester nodded solemnly. "Yes."

Fury surged through Arthur as he clenched his fists tightly, knuckles turning white against the pressure of his emotions, his eyes bloodshot with rage and sorrow.

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