#### Scene 1: *The Night of Desperation*
The winter night was harsher than usual, the icy wind cutting through the cracks in the abandoned house. Alex sat on the cold floor, his body trembling—not just from the chill, but from the pangs of hunger gnawing at him like a relentless beast. Ellie was curled up in the corner, her face pale and her breaths shallow. She had given Alex her last bite of bread that morning, insisting he needed it more than she did.
Alex is 14 years old now and Ellie 16 years old.
"Ellie," Alex called softly, his voice hoarse. "You need to eat something."
Ellie shook her head weakly, her locket clutched against her chest. "I'm fine," she whispered. But she wasn't. Alex could see it—the way her lips were cracked, her fingers trembling, and her eyes fluttering shut from exhaustion.
For the first time, fear took hold of Alex—not fear for himself, but for her. If this went on any longer, he would lose her. His hands clenched into fists, tears welling up in his eyes. "There has to be a way," he muttered, his voice filled with despair. "There has to be something…"
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#### Scene 2: *The Awakening*
The room seemed to grow darker, the faint light of the candle flickering as if sensing his turmoil. Suddenly, Alex felt a strange sensation—a warmth spreading through his chest, contrasting sharply with the biting cold around him. His vision blurred, and a faint glow appeared before his eyes.
[ **System Activating…** ]
The words materialized in front of him, floating in the air like an otherworldly hologram. Alex blinked, rubbing his eyes, but the glowing text didn't disappear. It was real—or at least, it felt real.
[ **Binding Host: Alexander Veyron.** ]
[ **System Name: Absolute God Tycoon System.** ]
[ **Purpose: Business, Power, Wealth, and Strength Domination.** ]
[ **Secondary Beneficiary: Eleanor Luthien.** ]
"What… is this?" Alex whispered, his voice trembling.
[ **Host Identified: Current Status—Critical. Survival Likelihood: 12%.** ]
[ **Emergency Activation Initiated. First Task Assigned.** ]
More text appeared, accompanied by a soft chime that seemed to resonate in his mind.
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#### Scene 3: *The First Task*
[ **Task: Secure Food and Warmth for Survival.** ]
[ **Objective: Earn 50 Shadow Coins within 24 hours.** ]
[ **Reward: Basic System Features Unlocked (Wealth Dashboard, Task Center).** ]
[ **Consequence: Failure Will Result in System Deactivation.** ]
Alex stared at the glowing words, his mind racing. A system? Tasks? Rewards? It sounded insane, but then again, his entire life had become a nightmare. If this was his way out, he had no choice but to believe in it.
"Fifty Shadow Coins," he murmured, his fists tightening. "I don't even know how to…" His thoughts trailed off as new words appeared.
[ **Hint: Engage in Trade—Leverage Existing Skills and Items.** ]
Alex's eyes darted to the mechanical scraps he had salvaged earlier. The signal jammer, partially fixed, lay on the floor next to him. He didn't have time to doubt himself. Picking it up, he turned to Ellie, who was still too weak to move.
"Ellie, stay here. I'll be back," he said, determination lacing his voice.
"Alex…" she murmured, her voice faint. "Be careful."
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#### Scene 4: *The System's First Success*
Alex ran through the frozen streets, the signal jammer tucked under his arm. The system's glowing interface hovered faintly in his peripheral vision, guiding him toward the underground market he had stumbled upon before.
[ **Nearby Opportunity Identified.** ]
The words appeared just as Alex turned the corner, finding himself face-to-face with Scarface—the same man he had seen during his earlier venture. The system chimed again.
[ **Potential Buyer Detected. Recommended Approach: Confidence.** ]
Alex swallowed his nerves and stepped forward. "I have something you might want," he said, holding up the device.
Scarface raised an eyebrow, his gaze scrutinizing the boy. "You again? What is it this time?"
Alex's heart pounded, but he held his ground. "A working signal jammer. You know what that's worth."
The man's eyes lit up with interest, but his tone remained skeptical. "And it works?"
"It does," Alex said firmly, his voice steadier than he expected. "Seventy-five Shadow Coins."
Scarface chuckled, shaking his head. "You're bold, kid. Fifty."
"Sixty," Alex countered. The system chimed softly, and he saw a notification: [ Negotiation Success Rate: 70% ]. Encouraged, he pressed on. "If you don't take it, someone else will."
Scarface studied him for a moment before finally nodding. "Fine. Sixty."
The coins exchanged hands, and Alex felt a surge of relief as the system confirmed the completion of his task.
[ **Task Complete. Reward Unlocked.** ]
[ **Wealth Dashboard and Task Center Activated.** ]
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#### Scene 5: *A New Beginning*
When Alex returned to the abandoned house, Ellie's eyes widened as he placed the Shadow Coins and a bag of food in front of her. "Alex… how?" she whispered, too weak to say more.
He smiled faintly, sitting down beside her. "Don't ask. Just eat."
As she took her first bite, Alex stared at the glowing interface still hovering before him. The Absolute God Tycoon System—whatever it was—had given him a way forward. It wasn't just survival anymore. It was the first step toward something greater.
"We'll survive, Ellie," he said softly, his voice filled with newfound determination. "No matter what it takes."
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**End of Chapter 4**
The Absolute God Tycoon System awakens, marking the turning point in Alex's life. With the system's guidance and his unyielding resolve, Alex begins his journey from desperation to dominance. Together, he and Ellie will defy the odds—but the road ahead is full of challenges, dangers, and ambition.