Chapter 194: A Home Worth Thirty Billion [2]

Jet turned toward him.

"Go ahead," he encouraged.

"Security," Mikhail answered immediately. "Not just the estate’s security systems. I’m talking about us."

Frey’s expression gradually became serious.

Mikhail continued, "We might have kept your identity hidden from the general public, but do you really believe the most powerful organizations in Toronto can’t discover who won the lottery?"

Jet shook his head.

"No, I don’t," he admitted. "The confidentiality arrangements will discourage ordinary people and journalists from identifying us, but they aren’t absolute protection against everyone."

"Exactly," Mikhail replied. "People with enough influence could potentially obtain that information through their connections. And right now, we’re not strong enough to deal with every powerful person who might take an interest in us."

Jet understood his concern.

Although he and Frey had become Awakeners, neither possessed the strength to challenge Toronto’s most formidable figures.

The city was home to numerous powerful Guilds, influential families, and First Generation Awakeners who had spent decades accumulating strength.

Compared to such individuals, their current abilities were still limited.

Frey rubbed his chin.

"Mikhail has a point," he admitted. "My family has dealt with enough wealthy and influentialpeople for me to know that information like this rarely stays completely hidden."

He glanced toward Jet.

"And there’s another problem, bro. Buying this estate isn’t exactly something you can keep quiet."

Mikhail nodded.

"That’s what I was thinking," he agreed.

Frey gestured toward the enormous photograph.

"This is one of the five most prestigious private estates in the entire region," he explained. "If someone suddenly purchases it for thirty billion, major news outlets and wealthy social circles will definitely hear about it."

"And considering someone just won one hundred and fifty billion in the lottery..." Mikhailadded, allowing the implication to hang in the air.

Jet smiled faintly.

"People will connect the two events," he finished.

"Exactly," Frey confirmed. "They won’t necessarily have proof, but the timing would be suspicious. Anyone paying attention to major financial transactions would start asking questions."

Mikhail nodded.

"If I saw an eighteen-year-old suddenly purchasing a thirty-billion-dollar estate immediately after an anonymous lottery winner claimed a hundred and fifty billion, I’d say there was at least an eighty percent chance they were connected," he remarked.

Jet leaned back against the sofa.Both of them had raised reasonable concerns.

He had never expected his sudden wealth to remain completely unnoticed. Even if the lottery administration protected his identity, financial transactions of this magnitude would inevitably attract attention.

However, there was a difference between attracting attention and making himself an easy target.

"You’re both right," Jet acknowledged. "Which is why we need to be careful about how we handle everything."

Mikhail looked toward him.

"So you’re still considering buying it?" he asked.

"Yes," Jet answered without hesitation. "But not without making preparations."

Frey raised an eyebrow.

"What kind of preparations?" he asked.

"For starters, we won’t announce anything ourselves," Jet explained. "We’ll handle the purchase through the proper legal channels, strengthen our privacy arrangements, and make sure the property’s security is properly evaluated before moving in."

Frey nodded approvingly.

"That’s sensible," he agreed. "I’d also recommend hiring an independent security consultant. A property might have excellent defenses against ordinary criminals, but protecting a residence against powerful Awakeners is an entirely different matter."

Mikhail considered that response before nodding.

"We should also have professionals examinethe property," he added. "Thirty billion is too much money to spend without proper inspections."

"Agreed," Jet replied.

Frey glanced at the screen again.

"Well, if we’re seriously considering this place, there’s only one thing left to do," he declared.

Jet looked toward him.

"And what’s that?" he asked.

"Go see it!" Frey exclaimed, spreading his arms. "I want to inspect those facilities myself. If Bellwether is asking thirty billion, they’d better have delivered something exceptional!"

Inez immediately raised her hand.

"Me too, Big Brother!" she exclaimed happily . "I want to see the lake!"

Jet laughed.

"All right," he agreed. "Let’s arrange a viewing first."

He opened the contact information attached to the listing.

The property was being marketed through one of Toronto’s most prestigious luxury real estate agencies, a firm specializing in exclusive residences for wealthy families, influential business figures, and high-ranking Awakeners.

After reviewing the agency’s credentials, Jet placed a call.

A professional female voice answered almost immediately.

"Good afternoon. Thank you for contacting Sterling International Realty. How may I assist you today?" the receptionist greeted him politely.

"Good afternoon," Jet replied. "I’m interested in arranging a private viewing of the Belvedere Estate."

There was a brief pause.

"Certainly, sir," the receptionist answered, her tone becoming noticeably more attentive. "May I have your name, please?"

"Jet Saint-Clair," he replied.

"Thank you, Mr. Saint-Clair," she said. "The Belvedere Estate is handled by our executive property division. I’ll connect you with one of our senior representatives."

A moment later, another voice came throughthe phone.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Saint-Clair. I understand you’re interested in the Belvedere Estate," a man greeted him professionally.

"That’s correct," Jet confirmed. "I’d like to arrange a private viewing for myself and three companions."

"Of course, sir," the representative replied. "Given the property’s exclusivity, viewings are conducted strictly by appointment. We can arrange a suitable time after completing our standard prospective-buyer verification."

"That’s fine," Jet answered.

After a brief discussion, the representative confirmed that a private viewing could be arranged for the following day, provided the necessary verification was completed.

Jet agreed and ended the call."Well?" Frey immediately asked, leaning forward.

Jet smiled.

"We’re going tomorrow," he announced.

Frey grinned broadly.

"Excellent!" he exclaimed. "Now I’m curious to see whether this place actually lives up to its reputation."

Inez clapped excitedly, already imagining the beautiful lake she had seen in the photographs.

Mikhail, meanwhile, returned his attention to the enormous estate displayed on the screen.

Thirty billion Union Dollars.

Even after spending that much, Jet would still possess an extraordinary fortune.

Nevertheless, Mikhail couldn’t shake the feeling that purchasing such a property would mark the beginning of something far more significant than simply moving into a luxurious home.

And judging by Jet’s calm expression, his friend had already begun thinking several steps ahead.