Thunder rolled across the sky as Dominion City expanded further into the darkness, glowing like a steel beast beneath the mountains. Buildings rose by the hour, supply lines moved like clockwork, and thousands of minions—scientists, soldiers, and servants—operated with silent precision.
In the central command hall, Su Mu stood before a giant digital world map. Dozens of red markers flashed across Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Lian'er approached, tablet in hand. "Master, we've established silent footholds in five countries. Shell companies, land acquisitions, and political proxies are now being installed."
Su Mu nodded. "Don't move too fast. We control from the shadows. For now."
"Yes, Master."
Eliza, the Supreme Military Advisor, walked in wearing a black trench coat. "Our military forces now include over 500,000 global minions—trained, equipped, and ready for deployment. I recommend forming five rapid-strike teams and one global mobile command force."
"Do it," Su Mu ordered. "Name the mobile force 'Phantom Fang.' I want them capable of appearing anywhere and disappearing without a trace."
> [Ding! Military force expansion cost: ¥6.4 billion]
[Cashback: ¥640 billion deposited to host's account.]
Su Mu barely glanced at the number.
Behind him, Mei'er entered with a confident sway, this time wearing a pure white dress that shimmered under the LED lights.
"Master~ another ten luxury brands are begging for endorsements. They want to make you the face of their products."
Su Mu scoffed. "Tell them I don't sell myself for advertisements. Let them chase the image of someone they can't reach."
Mei'er giggled, "Understood. Though, you're already becoming a legend in the black market. They're calling you 'The Invisible Emperor.'"
Su Mu turned back to the world map, voice cold.
"I don't need the world to admire me… I just need it to kneel."
Suddenly, Ai Ling's holographic form blinked into the room.
"Master, our AI systems have just hijacked a private NSA satellite. Surveillance access granted."
"Perfect," Su Mu muttered. "Now I'll see everything."
The pieces were falling into place.
His money could summon armies.
His mind could command nations.
And soon…
Even the world's strongest powers would unknowingly play into his hand.
Not with brute force. Not yet.
But with silence, patience… and absolute control.