Chapitre 26

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Ali didn't immediately grasp the USB drive; he continued to lock eyes with Steve, attempting to discern his intentions, but in vain. Steve's expression remained inscrutable, and his calm demeanor prevented Ali from assessing his motives.

Finally, after a tense moment of silence, Ali extended his hand and picked up the USB drive. He inserted it into his computer and began to review the contents. As he did so, his initial skepticism started to give way to a growing sense of intrigue.

The files on the USB drive contained a trove of sensitive information about Algardia's military deployments, strategic plans, and even details about key figures within Algardia's leadership. Ali couldn't help but be impressed by the depth and accuracy of the intelligence that Steve had gathered.

As he continued to review the data, Ali's expression shifted from suspicion to disbelief and horror. The information not only detailed Algardia's military deployments but also included a list of their spies and sleeper agents, many of whom occupied key and sensitive positions within the kingdom.

Ali's shock was palpable as he realized the implications of this revelation. He turned to Steve, his voice trembling: "Are you sure about this information, Mr. Steve? Are you aware of the problems this could cause if it turns out to be false?"

Steve's expression changed and became serious. "Do you really think I would risk orchestrating a hoax of this magnitude?"

Ali slowly absorbed the gravity of the situation and realized that the threat was indeed real. He looked at Steve again, this time with a mix of concern and gratitude.

Ali: "I suppose I have my answer, Mr. Steve. This information is alarming, but if it's accurate, we have a serious problem to address. Algardia has infiltrated our ranks deeper than we could have ever imagined."

Steve nodded, showing that he fully understood the extent of the situation. "Why do you think I came to see you directly, Mr. Ali?"

Ali was surprised by the sudden question, but after a moment of reflection, he couldn't really pinpoint why he had come to see him. Certainly, he was a high-ranking official, but in the world of politics, he didn't wield much influence. With the feats Steve had demonstrated so far, he could contact any high-ranking person and get what he wanted. "I really have no idea."

A small smile reappeared on Steve's face. "Among all the employees of the kingdom, you are one of the few who aren't influenced by power. You've managed to stay away from corruption and genuinely think about the country's development instead of your own interests. I have great hope for you, Mr. Ali. I'm leaving you with this information; you can do as you please with it. You can consult me if you need assistance. Goodbye, Mr. Ali."

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After bidding farewell to Ali, Steve made his way to his hotel room. On the way, he received several phone calls. First, it was his parents inquiring about his well-being. Then, it was his lawyers informing him that the payment had been made, and the majority of the funds had been placed in an offshore account, as he had requested, with only a portion deposited into his personal account. The lawyers were quite enthusiastic as their commission was substantial. Steve decided to extend his stay at the hotel.

Finally, he received a call from the dean himself. The dean requested that since his proof had been published and received praise from several renowned mathematicians, he should present it and invite other mathematicians for further discussion. Steve said he would consider it, but deep down, he was uncertain. He knew that his future didn't lie in this world, and studying or not didn't matter to him since with the help of the system and his abilities, he could literally do anything. He decided to put that thought aside for now and focus on his mission.

Upon his return to the hotel, he began his work. Since he had decided to play on both fronts, and the first part was in preparation with the government, he decided to venture into the dark web to find his second recruit. He created a kind of puzzle, with each piece obtainable by answering questions or solving problems he had created himself. To top it off, Steve even prepared a reward of $50,000 for the first person who could solve the entire puzzle.

After two days, Steve finalized his puzzle and posted it online. He shared it on various forums. Little did he know that, unknowingly, he had just created a legend. Everyone would remember the day Ouroboros - Shadow, the creator and leader of the Ouroboros organization, the organization that sent shivers down the spines of governments worldwide, made its appearance.