Before leaving VP Square City, PK stopped at the door and turned back.
"Dustin," he said calmly, but with unmistakable weight.
"Yes, boss," Dustin replied immediately.
"For the first phase—what to add, what to hide, what to delay—I've mentioned everything clearly in the file," PK said. "Follow it exactly as planned. No improvisation. No shortcuts."
Dustin nodded with deep respect.
"Understood. I'll make sure every team sticks to the blueprint."
"Good," PK continued. "Also, instruct the marketing and outreach team to get ready. Low-key ads only. Nothing loud. PingMe must also be available through the website—download links, onboarding guide, and FAQ. All of it is already documented in the file."
"Yes. I'll coordinate with them today itself."
PK took a step forward, then paused again.
"If you face any doubt," he said, his tone steady, "don't hesitate to ask me. This is our first piece. Handle it carefully. Manage the teams well."
Dustin straightened.
"We won't disappoint you."
PK nodded once.
"I'm busy for now. I'll meet the other team heads soon. There's a lot more coming after this."
With that, he left VP Square City, his footsteps unhurried, but his mind already ten steps ahead.
Outside, the city air felt different—lighter.
PK got into his car and leaned back, taking out his phone. For the first time that day, his expression softened.
He typed a simple message:
"Who's ready for a date?"
Not even a second passed.
Lana:ME.
Luna:ME 😤
PK smirked.
Before he could type again, another message popped up.
Lana:Where?
Luna:Where?
PK typed:
"Brooks Mall. See you there."
Almost instantly—
Lana:I'll be there in 30.
Luna:25. Don't be late.
PK glanced at his contact list and frowned slightly.
No reply from Eve.
He typed again.
"Eve?"
No response.
"She's probably busy with work," PK murmured to himself, slipping the phone back into his pocket.
At Brooks Mall, the atmosphere was lively—music, chatter, flashing lights, and weekend crowds.
PK entered casually, hands in his pockets.
A few moments later, he heard familiar voices.
"PK!" Lana called out, waving excitedly as she walked toward him, dressed simply yet elegantly.
Right behind her—
"You didn't even wait for us," Luna said, arms crossed, though her eyes were smiling.
"You both came faster than expected," PK replied calmly.
Lana laughed.
"Of course. You said 'date.'"
Luna leaned closer to him.
"So," she said teasingly, "is this a proper date, or are you planning to disappear again?"
PK looked at both of them.
"Today," he said, "I'm free."
That single sentence made both of them pause.
Lana smiled softly.
"Then let's not waste it."
As they walked deeper into the mall, none of the people around them realized that the man among them was quietly building an empire by day—and balancing hearts by night.
Above them, the lights shone brightly.
And somewhere else in the city, plans far bigger than anyone imagined were already in motion.