The Tycoon's Odyssey

Chapter 425 425:The Global Tension

The world had started to change without any prior warning. Most of the powerful leaders were caught off guard as the events unfolded at an astonishing pace.

The first phase of the plan was a complete success. It had been carried out quietly, almost invisibly. Despite the fall of several powerful nations, the common people remained largely unaware of what was happening behind the scenes.

Aurora, the advanced AI assisting Evan, had effortlessly bypassed countless security systems, ensuring that any threats to their operation were neutralized. Public figures who tried to gain attention by stirring up resistance were silenced as discreetly as possible.

A soft, mechanical voice echoed in Evan's ear.

[Sir, the first part of the plan has been successfully completed.]

Evan leaned back in his chair, his sharp eyes scanning the holographic display before him. He then gave a slight nod. "Good. What's the situation with the leaders? How are they handling this?"

Aurora's voice remained calm and precise as she began her report.

[President Malcolm reacted violently at first—demanding answers, and trying to rally support—but he has calmed down after some initial discussions. Prime Minister Zhao of Daxia still remains uncooperative and refuses to engage. He's proving to be a bit of a challenge.]

Evan frowned. "And Viktor?"

[The President of the Sovereign Union surrendered quickly—almost too easily. He didn't put up a fight or question anything. It's suspicious, to say the least. We need to keep a close watch on him; he might be planning something.]

The corner of Evan's lips curved into a smirk. "Yes, the calm ones are always the most dangerous. What about the others?"

Aurora continued, her voice unwavering. [Prime Minister Alaric of New Britannia has gone into hiding. He's trying to rally military forces but lacks the resources. Chancellor Meyer of the Rhine Union is attempting to negotiate, but he seems on the edge. Emperor Hiroshi of Aishima has remained silent, though his advisors are scrambling to find a way out. Meanwhile, President Marquez of Azura seems resigned to his fate and is cooperating fully.]

Evan listened carefully, absorbing every detail. He tapped his fingers against the table, his mind calculating the next steps.

"We'll need to recondition them all," he said finally. "They must accept the new world order. If they resist, we'll rewire their thinking to align with our plans."

As he spoke, a soft gasp interrupted him.

[Sir, Miss is awake,] Aurora informed him.

Evan's eyes widened in surprise. He shot up from his chair. "Really?" His voice was filled with excitement as he hurried toward the hibernation pods.

The sleek, high-tech pod hissed as it opened, releasing a cool mist. Inside, a woman slowly stirred to life.

Her amber hair spilled over her shoulders like molten gold, shimmering under the soft light of the room. Her skin, flawless as porcelain, glowed with a warmth that seemed almost ethereal. Then her eyes, sharp and captivating like a phoenix's, flickered open, revealing an intense, fiery gaze that seemed to pierce through everything.

Evan's breath caught in his throat as he looked at her. He felt a lump in his throat and swallowed hard. His hands trembled slightly as he took in her beauty, more stunning than he had ever imagined.

Suri noticed his intense stare and blushed, suddenly feeling a bit self-conscious. "Don't stare at me like that," she murmured, her voice soft but firm.

Evan's lips curled into a warm smile before he grabbed a towel and gently wrapped it around her shoulders. "If a husband can't admire his wife, then who can?" he teased.

He brushed a strand of hair from her face, his voice lowering. "And, to be honest, you look so beautiful and stunning right now that I can barely control myself."

Before Suri could respond, Evan leaned in, playfully nipping her cheek. Then, with a smirk, he moved to her ear, giving it a gentle bite.

Suri gasped softly, her cheeks flushing a deeper shade of red. But she didn't push him away.

Suri was used to Evan's affectionate but peculiar ways. And deep down, she didn't mind it. In fact, she cherished these moments. Having a man like him—caring, strong, and utterly devoted to his love—was more than she could have ever asked for.

If she could wish for anything more, it would be to stay by his side—until the end of time.

Evan wrapped his arms around her, pulling her into a warm embrace. Suri let him hold her for a moment before gently pushing him back. "That's enough for now," she said with a small smile. "You can cuddle me later. First, tell me about the global situation."

Evan's grin widened, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Now that's a good question."

He helped Suri to her feet, still holding her hand as they walked back toward the control center. As they reached the room, the holographic screens flickered, projecting the world map marked with flashing points of interest.

Evan gestured towards the display. "Things are going exactly as planned. The world is changing, and soon, everything will fall into place."

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Suri nodded, her phoenix-like eyes scanning the data. Tightening the towel around her shoulders, she took a seat beside him. Together, they prepared to shape the new world—one step at a time.

Evan leaned back into his chair, his gaze fixed on the glowing map. Beside him, Suri sat poised, her eyes sharp and analytical as she absorbed the situation.

"The first phase went smoothly," Evan began, "but there's still much to be done. Most of the leaders are either subdued or in hiding, but we need to secure the next steps carefully. Any misstep now could cause chaos."

Suri nodded thoughtfully, her amber hair cascading over her shoulders. "Aurora, what's the current situation with the remaining countries? Any potential threats?"

Aurora's voice filled the room, calm and precise.

[The situation remains stable for now. However, minor pockets of resistance exist in smaller regions. They lack coordination to pose a serious threat, but if left unchecked, they could inspire larger uprisings.]

Evan tilted his head, considering. "Resistance always starts small, but it grows quickly if you don't crush it early." He glanced at Suri, his expression softening. "What do you think?"

Suri tapped her chin, her eyes never leaving the map. "We should focus on containment. Let's identify these pockets and deploy surveillance teams first. If they show signs of organizing, we act decisively."

Evan nodded, impressed as always by her clear thinking. "Aurora, mark those regions and deploy drones for surveillance. Make sure they remain undetected."

[Understood, sir. Deploying drones now.]

The screen shifted, highlighting several regions in red as the live data flowed seamlessly, showing troop movements, intercepted communication logs, and potential hotspots. Suri leaned closer to examine the details, her phoenix-like eyes narrowing.

"What about the Federation?" she asked. "Have they made any moves?"