The morning sun rose slowly over the crowded city, its golden light spreading across broken streets and busy roads.
But Sumit was already standing in front of his newly purchased shop.
The old structure looked lifeless.
Cracked walls. Rusted shutters. Dust everywhere.
To others, it was nothing more than a useless ruin.
But to Sumit—
It was the foundation of his empire.
He took a deep breath.
"Today… I begin my real journey."
Without wasting time, Sumit rolled up his sleeves and started working.
Using his remaining money, he hired two local workers.
*One for cleaning
* One for repair
At the same time, he didn't abandon his first stall.
Every morning, he handled his Quick Sip Corner, ensuring steady income.
By afternoon, he shifted to the new shop.
"Two businesses at once…"
He smiled slightly.
"That's how growth works."
With Business Insight Vision, he was already earning more than before.
He knew which products sold best.
Which customers spent more.
Which timing brought the most profit.
His small stall was now stable.
But this new shop—
This was the real game.
As the workers started breaking old walls and clearing debris—
Something unexpected happened.
"Sir! Come here!" one of them shouted.
Sumit walked inside quickly.
"What is it?"
The worker pointed at a broken wall.
Behind the plaster—
Something was hidden.
An old wooden box.
Covered in dust.
Sumit's eyes sharpened.
"A hidden item…"
He stepped closer and touched it.
DING!
[Hidden Object Found]
Opening Reward…
The box opened slowly.
Inside—
A small metallic card.
[Item Acquired: Basic Business Boost Card]
Effect: Increases daily profit by 20% for 7 days
Sumit's heartbeat increased.
"A temporary boost…"
This was huge.
If used properly—
He could grow faster than expected.
"This will accelerate everything."
But before he could think further—
A loud, rough voice echoed from outside.
"WHO GAVE YOU PERMISSION TO TOUCH THIS SHOP?"
The workers froze.
The air turned heavy.
Sumit walked outside slowly.
Three men stood there.
Strong. Dangerous. Violent.
And in the center—
A tall man with cold eyes.
Rahul.
The leader of the infamous Royal Gangster.
The atmosphere became suffocating.
Even the workers stepped back in fear.
Rahul smirked.
"So… you're the new kid."
Sumit remained calm.
"Yes."
Rahul stepped forward.
"This area… belongs to me."
Silence.
Sumit crossed his arms.
"And?"
The gang members behind Rahul got angry instantly.
"Watch your tone!"
Rahul raised his hand.
They stopped.
He looked directly into Sumit's eyes.
"You don't understand the rules here."
Sumit replied calmly,
"Then explain them."
Rahul's smile disappeared.
"Every business here pays me."
"Protection money."
The tension increased.
Sumit's expression didn't change.
"I don't pay."
A dangerous silence fell.
The gang members moved forward.
Ready to attack.
Rahul's eyes turned cold.
"You have courage…"
He leaned slightly closer.
"But courage without power…"
"…is suicide."
Sumit's heart was beating fast.
But his face—
Remained emotionless.
"Then let's see," he said quietly.
Rahul stared at him for a few seconds.
Then suddenly—
He laughed.
"Interesting…"
He turned around.
"Three days," he said.
"After that… you either pay…"
"…or you lose everything."
And just like that—
They walked away.
The pressure slowly faded.
The workers looked scared.
"Sir… what will we do?"
Sumit clenched his fists.
"We continue."
But deep inside—
He knew.
This was not over.
"A gangster…"
His eyes darkened.
"I'll deal with him."
Just then—
A soft voice came from behind.
"Excuse me…"
Sumit turned.
And for a moment—
Everything slowed down.
A girl stood there.
Simple dress.
Long hair.
Bright eyes.
But what caught his attention—
Was her confidence.
"Are you opening this shop?" she asked.
Sumit nodded.
"Yes."
She smiled slightly.
"That's good."
"I live nearby."
"I was waiting for someone to open something useful here."
Her voice was calm.
Clear.
Different from the chaos around.
Sumit felt something unfamiliar.
"…I'm Sumit," he said.
She looked at him.
"Songita."
Their eyes met for a second.
And something silent—
Connected.
She pointed toward the shop.
"If you don't mind…"
"I can help."
Sumit raised an eyebrow.
"Help?"
She nodded.
"I understand customers."
"And I know how to make a place attractive."
Sumit thought for a moment.
Then smiled.
"Alright."
From that moment—
Everything started changing.
Days passed.
With Songita's ideas—
The shop transformed rapidly.
*Better layout
*Clean design
* Attractive display
* Smart positioning
She also suggested—
"Keep a small seating area."
"People stay longer… they spend more."
Sumit was impressed.
"She's good…"
Meanwhile—
He used his Business Boost Card.
For 7 days—
Profit increased rapidly.
Customers doubled.
Income surged.
Everything was moving fast.
Finally—
The day arrived.
Grand Opening Day
The shop looked completely different.
Bright.
Clean.
Professional.
Customers gathered.
More than expected.
Sumit stood at the counter.
Songita beside him.
"Ready?" she asked.
Sumit smiled.
"Always."
The shop opened.
Customers rushed in.
Orders increased.
Sales grew.
Hours passed.
Everything was smooth.
Perfect.
Then—
DING!
Sumit froze.
[Daily Profit: ₹5,300]
[Task Completed]
His eyes widened.
He did it.
From nothing—
To success.
[System : worning to Sumit]