Chapter 34. first words
Jason stood on the balcony, the city stretched wide beneath him like a maze of ambition. Wind cut clean through his shirt, but he didn’t flinch. His eyes stayed locked on the skyline—where new names were rising, and old ones were getting too comfortable.
He pulled out his phone, launched the Software App, and navigated through the industry categories.
Points Available: 2,800
Skincare & Dermatology Subsection > R&D Innovations
He stopped at a file labeled:
"MoistureLock Complex – Unreleased Formula"
Includes full ingredient breakdown, synthesis process, testing protocols, and packaging guidance.
1,200 points.
Jason tapped purchase.
Instantly, a new blueprint spread across his screen—dozens of chemical components, step-by-step emulsification processes, and proprietary mixing timelines.
The app even flagged:
Projected effectiveness: 3x hydration vs. market standard. Use with cleansers, masks, and serums for max synergy.