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"Eden, don't wolf down your food. Look at DIO."

"Eden, spend more time reading books. Look at DIO."

"Eden, DIO can already play a song, look at yourself."

After spending some time at Eden's house, your talents and behavior amazed Eden's father, who couldn't help but compare you to Eden.

[You're five, and Eden is only four. For a child, Eden's father is indeed a bit strict.]

Eden's father was indeed wealthy, but it's highly unlikely he would leave anything to him.

Moreover, the future value of Eden far outweighs any immediate, petty gains.

['To truly control someone, you have to start from childhood.']

Thinking this way, you speak up for Eden.

"Father, Eden is still young; it's already remarkable that he's accomplished this much."

"Behind your eyes, she is also striving to meet your expectations."

"Could you please be a little more lenient with Eden?"

As you said this, you shielded Eden behind you and looked directly into the eyes of Eden's father, George.

As you might expect, Eden's father, George, was different from your father; he was a reasonable man.

But he just looked at you, little one, with amusement, offering no explanation for his actions.

You have some speculations about George's behavior.

After observing for a period of time, you are convinced that Eden's mother has probably passed away.

George, who acts as both father and mother to Eden, might not be able to handle this enormous fortune if he doesn't keep a tight rein on her.

Perhaps this was part of the reason for adopting me.

You can understand George, but how could young Eden possibly understand?

All she knew was that after her mother passed away, her father became much stricter than before.

The servants in the house only told her things like, "The master has his own ideas," and "You'll understand when you grow up."

This is the first time someone has spoken up for her.

Turning around and seeing Eden looking at him with adoration, DIO knew that he had already taken the first step in his plan to make Eden fall into his trap.

"Want to go out and play?" DIO asked, patting Eden's little head.

"Is...is it okay?" Eden asked, his tone a mix of excitement and nervousness.

"If Father doesn't say anything, doesn't that mean he agrees?"

After saying that, DIO walked straight outside.

Eden finally convinced himself and jogged to catch up with DIO.

"DIO, why are you speaking up for me?" Eden asked, following behind DIO.

"Ouch!" DIO suddenly stopped, and Eden bumped into DIO's back without noticing.

"Do you want to know?" DIO turned around and asked seriously.

Eden was a little nervous by DIO's tone, but he still nodded.

"Really? That's because I... like Eden."

"like?"

"Yes, I like Eden, that's why I speak up for Eden, and that's why I stand by your side unconditionally."

"Where is Eden? What does Eden think of me?"

Eden's little head didn't know what liking was, but he still answered innocently.

"Of course I like DIO too!"

"So, will you unconditionally stand by my side from now on?"

Of course!

"Hehe, good boy." DIO patted Eden's head, and Eden squinted his eyes comfortably.

"DIO, could you pat my head more often? It feels so nice."

"No, you have to listen to me before I'll reward you with a pat on the head."

"I will be good!"

"Then... call me 'brother' and let me hear it."

"elder brother!"

"Good, this is your reward."

As he spoke, DIO placed his hand on Eden's head and patted it again.

'I never expected that the most accumulated skill would be in patting someone's head.'

......

Your beautiful face already gave Eden a slight liking for you.

Speaking up for Eden is a huge plus for you.

Your words always carry a dangerous sweetness, drawing Eden to listen and obey without his conscious effort.

But while nurturing (and teasing) Eden, you can't help but wonder what the 'parameter error' at the beginning of the simulation means.

"Brother! I have completed the task Father assigned me today."

“Well done, Eden.” DIO praised, patting Eden’s head.

'It seems Eden wasn't always so elegant and composed.'

......

"You two are old enough to go to school."

"Yes, father."