Reboot: Mechanic

Chapter 72 Five Families

The commotion within the Horology Restaurant had noticeably increased after the people heard what Edwin had said.

An ancient technology that was left from the sky fissure 132 years ago would surely attract a lot of attention, especially to the people that sought excitement and thrill or those who sought profits.

Different kinds of expression could be seen in the people’s eyes whereas Edwin smiled proudly when he became the center of attraction.

“Calm down people. I’m only telling you this because I wanted us all to know what the recruitment is about and that you don’t miss out on the chance.” Edwin waved his hands around to calm the crowd down.

Meanwhile, Shi Tian stopped paying attention when Edwin continued to talk further, which enticed the other customers.

For some reason, Shi Tian was suspicious of Edwin’s actions.

Why would he reveal such crucial information to others?

Was he just seeking attention or approval?

Shi Tian doubted it was any of the latter because none of those was practical.

Of course, it could just be his paranoia taking over his mind again, but Shi Tian believed this must have been a ploy or tactic to hoodwink others to sign up for the recruitment.

It was as if the news of New Region having the past experimental site wasn’t enough to attract attention that they needed to reveal ancient technology was also said to be in there as well.

If all of that were true, then why would the military still seek help from outsiders and not monopolize for themselves?

‘It seems like I’ll need to rethink my decision to sign up for the recruitment process.’ Shi Tian thought to himself, standing up from his chair.

He just saw a waiter bringing some food over to the counter and Jason was waving at him. Thus, it meant that his food was done, and Shi Tian didn’t plan on staying any longer to hear what kind of information Edwin was talking about.

Other customers here might have been baited and believed Edwin’s words, but not him. Trusting a stranger’s words wasn’t a bright idea. 𝒃𝙚𝙤𝙫𝒆𝒍．𝙘𝒐𝙢

That was something he had learned from “Krissie” and it was a good lesson.

Just because someone told you this and that doesn’t mean it’s the truth. Information should be double-checked and confirmed.

Putting those thoughts aside for now, Shi Tian calmly went over to the counter to receive his food.

“Thank you for your patronage,” Jason said kindly, handing over the food to him.

Shi Tian merely nodded his head and left the restaurant. For such a commotion to be made, it was best to leave as soon as possible. Otherwise, who knows what kind of muddy water he might be dragged into again.

As he made his exit, Shi Tian saw another group of people walking toward the restaurant. And to his astonishment, it was the young lady that he had met in a mechanic shop at the shopping mall.

Luckily, Shi Tian managed to control himself and didn’t reveal anything on the surface, calmly walking past the young lady.

The young lady, however, raised an eyebrow and was about to stop Shi Tian, seemingly having a feeling of recalling his face.

“Young Miss?” An old man called out to her as he was dumbfounded by her sudden pause.

“Hmm, whatever, must have been a mistake.” The young lady shrugged her shoulders and proceeded to enter the restaurant.

Meanwhile, Shi Tian, who was still walking away from the restaurant, breathed out a sigh of relief.

‘This city sure is a narrow one.’ Shi Tian thought to himself, feeling blessed that the young lady didn’t stop him. Such a fiery and crazy person was best to not be entangled with.

Unwilling to stay any longer on the outside, Shi Tian decided to simply rush back to the apartment complex, avoiding any sort of conflict.

And as he decided to do that, the young lady alongside the old man and the people behind her was greeted by a man dressed in fancy clothes the moment they entered the restaurant.

“It’s the Horology Restaurant’s honor to welcome the young lady of the Harrett Family, Olivia Harrett. My name is Robert Cook, the manager here and I shall guide you to the VIP floor. The other people have arrived there already.” Robert Cook smiled amicably and said.

“Hmph, are you blaming me for being late then?” The young lady, known as Olivia Harrett, questioned coldly, crossing her arms.

“I don’t dare,” Robert Cook quickly bowed his head and pleaded for forgiveness.

“Of course, you don’t dare. If you do, then my Butler Wade would have killed you already.” Olivia Harrett snorted and went toward the elevator without giving an ounce of respect to Robert Cook.

As for the old man beside her, he merely gave a glance at Robert and shook his head exhaustively.

‘Young Miss’ behavior is still impulsive as always.’ The old man, referred to as Butler Wade, sighed inwardly. Despite knowing Olivia Harrett was impulsive and impolite to others, there was nothing he could actually do.

Olivia Harrett hailed from the Harrett Family, one of the top hierarchies within Gearits City given that they have abundant control of the military and economy.

The leading organization party that governed Gearits City was managed by five families in total. Each of the five families was equally powerful, but the Harrett Family stood a bit on top due to their consistent advancement in technology.

But that doesn’t mean the other four families aren’t influenced because they could still suppress the expansion of the Harrett Family. The four families were respectively known as Carlson, Warner, Hersey, and Hill.

And each of these families was well trained in their specific class that reached high enlightenment.

“What are you stalling for, Butler Wade? Are you trying to make me stand here all day?” Olivia Harrett impatiently called out as she was standing in the elevator.

“Apologies, Young Miss. I’ll be right there.” Butler Wade smiled briefly and followed after her. The other people behind Butler Wade quickly followed suit, and Robert Cook was the same even though he was cursing at her silently.

‘Hmph, the arrogance of the Harrett Family truly knows no bounds.’ Robert Cook sneered inwardly.