Chapter 341
Mira told Owen, “This game caters perfectly to people’s psychological needs. I have a feeling it’s going to be a massive hit. Trust me. Think about it—when has my intuition ever been wrong? It worked for paid music, it worked for EcoRide, and it’s going to work for gaming, the internet, and mobile operating systems p>
“Yeah, and your ability to talk people into things is just as flawless,” Owen replied. “Look at us now. My mentor and I are practically working for you p>
“How is it talking you into things?” she teased. “You two aren’t losing out. You’re major shareholders p>
In Nexus Core Systems, Owen and their mentor held significant shares. Mira had even given Harvey Rivers a small stake. The investment required was astronomical, and carrying it alone would have been exhausting. There was strength in numbers.
Mira had heard from Owen that Harvey had been a massive help during this trip to Aethelgard, both in dealing with Warren Yates and handling the concert. As long as Mira held the majority of the shares, she maintained absolute control over the conglomerate, which was all that mattered.
“True, we’re not losing out,” Owen agreed.
Not only were they not losing out, but they had also made a fortune alongside her. Mira had opened entirely new doors for them. Initially, Owen and his mentor had only stepped in to help out of sympathy, never expecting her to rise so quickly. Owen could already see that in the near future, she was going to become a formidable titan in the business world.
Returning to the hotel that evening, Mira realized she hadn’t actually explored Aethelgard yet. She turned to Owen. “I’m heading back in a couple of days, and since you’re a local, shouldn’t you play tour guide and show me around p>
“Boss, you’ve packed my schedule to the brim, and now you’re complaining I’m not entertaining you p>
For the past few days, Owen had been constantly meeting with headhunters, trying to poach top-tier talent from overseas. At the same time, he was tapping into his network of former classmates and friends abroad to procure the most advanced equipment. Developing a cutting-edge mobile operating system required not just robust computer hardware, but also world-class software tools and network infrastructure.
Simultaneously, he had to navigate foreign technological blockades. The major players in the overseas market had already established their systems. Disrupting the future duopoly was going to be an uphill battle. He just needed Nexus Core Systems to get on track before he could finally catch his breath.
Noticing the bloodshot veins in Owen’s eyes, Mira knew he had been under immense pressure lately. “Get some rest tonight. The R&D can wait. Your health comes first p>
“Finally, something I actually want to hear,” Owen sighed.
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He hadn’t had the bandwidth for anything else lately. EcoRide’s headquarters had been entirely handed over to Felix Grant. As the CEO position at Solflare Entertainment Owen was too swamped to handle it, and since MÃra didn’t trust outsiders, she was temporarily holding down the fort herself.
Fortunately, the conglomerate’s operational models were mature and running smoothly. Each branch had capable people at the helm, and the central executive office had been established to consolidate
information. All Mira had to do was set aside some time each day to. eview the data on her computer and issue strategic directives when necessary.
Today, Mira planned to finalize the game’s framework and mechanics. Once she returned to Melvion City, she would hand the project entirely over to Soren Tate and his team.
The next morning, after breakfast, Mira and Owen were preparing to head to Rivers Plaza when the front desk called to say someone was looking for her.
“Did he give a name or say what he wanted?” Mira asked.
“He said his boss’s last name is Lance p>
Owen scoffed. “It’s probably my dear brother looking for you p>