Chapter 32

Joshua was witty and charming, making the girls laugh. Luca's occasional remarks would also spark reactions from the girls.

Meanwhile, Isaac and Ronnie played supporting roles, ensuring that the conversations remained friendly and enjoyable. Samuel, on the other hand, was in charge of serving drinks.

Jack climbed onto his bed with his laptop, fully engrossed in perfecting a game plug-in. He intended to send the final version to Patrick's work team. He was so focused that he only occasionally joined the conversation.

As dinner time approached, Joshua suggested going out to celebrate that evening.

Despite Jack and Samuel not being close to Joshua, they joined since it was a group activity.

The group headed to a music-themed restaurant. Joshua had a high alcohol tolerance and ordered many drinks.

Under the influence of alcohol, the conversation became livelier, and the topics spanned out. Joshua even started teasing Samuel, his jokes crossing the line into disrespect. Although Samuel's face fell, he endured it silently. Check latest chapters at Find[ɴ]ovel.net

Ronnie planned to mock Jack but held back when he saw Jack's composed demeanor and Luca's unusually warm attitude toward him. This stirred a sense of unease in Ronnie, and the taunts died on his lips.

During dinner, Joshua and Miranda exchanged flirtatious glances. Meanwhile, Isaac and Queenie hugged and leaned on each other intimately.

Night fell, and the gathering continued until late. Finally, the girls reminded the group that the dormitory doors would be locked if they didn't head back. Only then did Joshua reluctantly lead everyone out.

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The next morning, sunlight filtered through the curtains into the dorm room. Jack was still asleep when a ringtone jolted him awake.

He answered the call in a daze. Patrick's anxious voice came through. "Jack, did you hear? 'Bloody Dawn' is officially live! You need to log in and check it out!"

"I'm still half asleep. What's the rush?" Jack yawned.

"We're all playing it already. It's insanely popular! Get online, and experience it for yourself," Patrick exclaimed.

Although Jack wasn't into gaming, he knew a game's popularity often hinted at massive business potential. A blockbuster title like "Bloody Dawn", which had exploded in popularity right at launch, presented endless opportunities.

After getting up, he prepared to visit Patrick's studio to check out the situation. Isaac also rolled out of bed. "Jack, let's hit the basketball court after lunch. The basketball tournament is coming, and you need to join in."

Jack nodded before heading to Patrick's studio.

When he arrived, he saw every computer turned on, with the staff absorbed in playing Bloody Dawn.

Patrick beamed when he saw Jack. "Jack, you're finally here. Check out this game. It's off the charts in popularity!"

Jack walked around the studio and discussed the progress of the plug-in development with Patrick. After receiving a positive update, he commended the team and reminded Patrick to continue working on the plug-in.

Jack understood that as long as the game developers didn't make any major missteps, the game's success was guaranteed. And being the first to develop a plug-in could bring in major profit.