Dorian's Shadow (BL)

1.4 Freedom's Glow

Dorian strolled alongside Darius to his quarters. Upon reaching his room, he turned to Darius and casually mentioned, "I'll knock on your door at 6:40 pm for dinner."

Darius responded with a nod and a friendly smile. Dorian closed the door behind him, taking a moment to survey his surroundings.

The quarters, though compact, were thoughtfully designed for maximum comfort. A suitcase and backpack were neatly positioned near the entrance, maintaining an organized appearance.

To the right, a minimalist desk offered space for work or personal tasks. The bed, snugly fitted against the wall, served both as a resting spot and a casual lounge area.

A well-placed door on the opposite side led to the compact yet efficient bathroom, equipped with essential amenities.

Dorian wasted no time, shedding his clothes and stepping into the shower. He scrubbed himself thoroughly until he felt completely clean.

The original's attire found its place in the trash, replaced by a fresh set from CS. While not claiming to be a germaphobe, Dorian found it somewhat peculiar to inhabit someone else's body.

Grateful for full control of the system, Dorian marveled at the convenience it provided. Once dressed, he prepared for the trial by grabbing his backpack. In it, he carefully placed three plastic boxes and a box of floating lights.

Afterward, he included one Soldierskeeper in his gear and placed the other neatly on his desk alongside everything he intended to wear the next morning.

The Soldierskeeper, a game-changer in military uniforms, offered warmth when it was chilly and kept you cool when it was hot. What's more, this uniform was self-cleaning, ensuring it stayed fresh even after a year of wear.

While it's top-notch, not everyone can afford it due to its hefty price tag. Luckily, Dorian has CS, allowing him to acquire anything from any world or time. After finishing up, he settled onto the bed and pulled out a computer from CS.

Linking CS to the computer, he delved into investigating the extent of control the Zenos had over his fortune. After about thirty minutes, Dorian grasped the situation, tapping his fingers on the computer in contemplation.

Even if the Zenos couldn't touch his inheritance, they all had credit cards tied to his bank account, each splurging over 200,000 credits monthly.

The original, anticipating blackmail, stayed silent, fearing losing Aries. Dorian, with a satisfied smile, moved all his money to a different account beyond the Zenos' reach.

His satisfaction stemmed from wanting to humiliate them the next time they tried using their credit cards. Hacking into Micah Zeno's computer revealed their plan to manipulate him into transferring the deed of the house.

The original had purchased the house due to their complaints about cramped living conditions. Agreeing, they selected a lavish, pricey house, furnished it, and assigned the original the smallest room.

With the mansion being enormous, they had to hire a sizable staff, and naturally, the original covered their salaries and all the expenses for the house. They even brought in a skilled chef to cater to their needs.

Now, convinced that Dorian won't survive tomorrow, they aim to claim ownership of the house, previously featured in magazines and websites as one of the most incredible residences.

Their plan is to discredit the notion that the original footed the bill for everything, especially after Dorian openly discussed his contributions, making them more desperate for the deed transfer.

Despite Damian's claim that the Zenos provided everything, some people harbored doubts. Dorian felt irked with Damian for revealing too much. Regardless, he remained firm in his decision, refusing to give them another cent.