As Evan settled into the plush leather chair in Aria's office, he couldn't help but reminisce about the whirlwind of events from the past.
From starting with just a single floor in a building to now owning twin skyscrapers, their journey had been nothing short of remarkable, despite all of it happening in such a short span.
He took a sip from the rich milkshake resting on the polished glass table, letting its sweetness cut through the stress from the earlier alerts.
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"Remember when we first started this company?" Evan asked, a hint of nostalgia in his voice.
"You had no idea what I was doing, and you were terrified of what was going to happen."
Aria leaned back in her chair, a smile creeping onto her face. "Yeah, I remember. You used to be so pathetic in coding. But in the next few months, you became so proficient at it that even you were left bewildered."
Evan chuckled, his heart swelling with pride at how far they had come. "And yet here we are, dealing with threats while still dreaming bigger."
Aria's expression turned sharp as she leaned forward, her eyes sharp with curiosity. "So, what are your new plans? What's next for Next Gen?"
Evan paused for a moment, twirling the milkshake glass thoughtfully between his fingers, a smile slowly spreading across his face as he finally said, "Smartphones!"
Aria's eyes widened in surprise, her eyebrows knitting together. "Smartphones? Out of nowhere? That's...unexpected."
Evan's enthusiasm was palpable as he continued, "I've been thinking about it. Everyone has one. It's the next logical step for us."
Aria shifted in her seat, her demeanor becoming serious as she began to lay out the challenges. "Evan, stepping into the smartphone market isn't going to be easy. It involves producing everything from scratch, which means we'll need a significant amount of manpower, a reliable supply chain, and enough server capacity to handle everything. Not to mention the competition."
"Also, it's a lot of work."
Evan listened patiently as she outlined the hurdles, letting her words wash over him like a tide of reason. But as she continued to elaborate on the numerous hurdles they'd face, he shook his head lightly, a confident grin tugging at his lips.
"Smartphones do need a lot of work, but not for us."
"We have everything we need," he reassured her.
"We are aiming for Pear, and to take down that big corporation, we need another big pawn in use."
Aria's brows furrowed and in the next moment, her eyes widened as she screamed upon realizing what he meant, "Wait...You mean..."
Aria took a moment, her expression thoughtful. "The only concern I have is the competition. They're becoming more aggressive in their pricing, marketing strategies and even piracy. We need to innovate continuously and come up with new software to keep our hold. As Next Gen Tech, it dominated in hardware but that's not the same for software as you already let them access our server and take the things."
Evan pondered over her words and then smiled.
"That's intentional because having a monopoly in the market isn't sustainable. It's essential that we stay ahead of the curve. Maybe we should consider expanding our marketing efforts, especially with the smartphone line coming soon."
"Absolutely," Aria agreed, her eyes lighting up. "A strong marketing strategy will be crucial for a successful launch. We can start analyzing our target audience and develop a comprehensive plan."
"We will schedule a brainstorming session with the marketing team. Aurora will come up with a plan," Evan suggested, already envisioning the new strategies they could implement.
"I want you to book a venue for it and ask Daniel to lend us a hand. He is surely making it big lately."
"Will do, Evan. I'll set it up as soon as possible," Aria confirmed, her demeanor shifting to anticipation.
"By the way, when are we going to launch the smartphone? Next year?" Aria asked.
Hearing this, Evan only smiled in response.
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As Evan stepped out of the towering glass building, the afternoon sun cast a golden hue over the bustling streets of the city. The air was bustling with the sounds of honking cars and chattering pedestrians, but in Evan's immediate vicinity, a calm authority radiated. His personal guards flanked him on either side, forming a shield against the distractions of the outside world.
With every confident stride down the sleek marble steps, Evan's mind swirled with ongoing plans and scenarios. As they reached the bottom, he paused for a moment, taking in the sight of the sprawling city before him. A surge of determination welled up within him.
Turning to his head guard, he issued a quiet command. "Contact the underground and ask them to assemble. I need to have a meeting."
The guard nodded, already reaching for the communication device on his wrist.
"I wonder how they were working," Evan mused. "I am sure it's fine with you monitoring things. I still can't help but feel worried since all of them were once street thugs."
[Hmm! Are you doubting my skills?] Aurora's playful voice chimed in, making him chuckle.
He knew the underground would respond swiftly; they were loyal, efficient, and always prepared for action.
As he stepped into the car, the guards took their positions around the vehicle, maintaining a watchful eye on their surroundings.
Evan settled into his seat, anticipation coursing through him. The meeting would be pivotal for solidifying plans and strategies for the future.
As the car pulled away, Evan gazed out at the city, determination etched across his features. The wheels of progress were in motion, and he was ready to steer them forward.