HPDBC Chapter 171 A Walking Brand.
Chapter 171 A Walking Brand.
Hugo sank into the plush leather seat beside Sanchez, his cousin and, currently, his lifeline in this strange situation.
The restaurant, Javan, was one of the fanciest places in the city, and everything screamed luxury.
From the golden chandeliers that sparkled like stars to the smooth jazz music drifting softly through the air, it felt like a scene out of a movie.
Hugo glanced down at the crystal clear glass of water in front of him, wondering if it had been filtered through some magical fountain because even the water looked expensive. Continue your adventure at My Virtual Library Empire
Thankfully, he wasn't going to be paying, right?
But none of that mattered now. What mattered were the two girls sitting across the table.
Hugo had been too eager to look directly at them before, but now that he was seated, he finally allowed himself a proper glance.
And immediately regretted it.
Both girls were stunning in a way that made his brain stutter like an old computer.
The one on the left had bright gold hair that seemed to glow under the light, and her emerald-green eyes sparkled mischievously as if she knew a hundred secrets she wasn't planning to share.
The girl on the right was just as breathtaking. Her short jet black hair fell like a silky curtain, and her deep brown eyes seemed to look straight through him, making him feel like a book she was casually flipping through.
Then his system chimed in.
[System Notification: Rating: 9/10]
[System Notification: Rating: 9/10]
Hugo's jaw almost hit the table. Two nines at the same time? His mind raced, replaying the system's words. 'Hold on. Loli is one thing, but this... this is next level! What kind of alternate universe did Sanchez drag me into?'
Up to this point, he had only ever seen one other woman that was a nine, and now he was staring at 2 of them?
Back to back like some kind of supermodel tag team? His throat went dry, and he barely resisted the urge to wipe the corner of his mouth in case there was any stray drool.
Trying to play it cool, Hugo shifted slightly, nudging Sanchez with his elbow. "Hey, what's going on?" he whispered through gritted teeth, his voice so low it was almost a growl.
Sanchez hadn't told him what he was here for. He had simply sent that SOS message and nothing more.
Did he want him to be a sort of wingman? He would take one and Hugo would also take one?
Well, that was wonderful!
Sanchez didn't reply right away. Instead, he raised his drink—a glass of something dark and fancy—and took a slow sip like he was starring in a commercial.
Then, without even looking at Hugo, he scratched the side of his nose dramatically.
Hugo blinked. 'Was that supposed to mean something? What was he—oh. Oh no' Sanchez wanted him to play along.
Before Hugo could protest, Sanchez casually leaned forward, flashing the girls a winning smile.
"Ladies, I have to admit, having Hugo here tonight is a rare treat," Sanchez began, his tone smooth but not overbearing.
Hugo didn't wait for a response from the girls. He practically bolted toward the restroom, his heart pounding in his chest.
As he pushed open the door and leaned against the sink, he stared at himself in the mirror, his reflection wide-eyed and horrified.
"What is even happening right now?" he muttered, splashing cold water on his face. "Mount Rahala? Black Cobra Dojo? A king? Sanchez, you lunatic, I'm going to kill you."
He took a deep breath, trying to calm down. 'Okay, Hugo, think. How do you get out of this?'
Before he could come up with a plan, the restroom door creaked open, and Sanchez strolled in, his grin wider than ever.
"Why are you here?!" Hugo hissed, his voice bouncing off the tiles.
"Relax, cuz," Sanchez said, patting him on the back. "You're doing great out there."
"Great?! I don't know kung fu! I don't play the violin! And I definitely didn't climb a mountain blindfolded!" Hugo's whisper-shouting reached a new octave.
"Details, details," Sanchez said with a shrug. "It's all about confidence, Hugo. Fake it till you make it."
"I'm going to fake my way right out of here," Hugo muttered, grabbing a paper towel to dry his face.
"Oh, don't be dramatic," Sanchez said, leaning against the wall. "They're eating it up. They must eat it up!"
"No, they're not! They're cold as ice! I don't think either of them has cracked a real smile since I sat down."
"That's because they're testing you," Sanchez said with a knowing nod. "You've got to prove you're the real deal."
Hugo stared at him, his mouth hanging open. "How and Why?!"
Sanchez clapped him on the shoulder. "Not enough time to tell you the details. Just know that this is really important for me. Don't worry, I've got your back."
Hugo groaned, staring at the mirror again. I'm doomed.
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Hey everyone,
I just wanted to let you know that I can only post one chapter today. Unfortunately, a close relative of mine passed away, and I need some time to process and be with my family.
I really appreciate your understanding and support during this tough time. Thanks for sticking with me—I'll do my best to get back on track soon.
Really Sorry!
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Power stone Goal!
50 PS - 1 Bonus chapter
100 PS - 2 Bonus chapter
200 PS (Quite an achievement as of now) - 3 Bonus chapters.
Castle - 20 Bonus Chapters!