Kai

The city at night had its own secret life. When the shops closed and ordinary people went home, neon signs lit up on the outskirts, and the rumble of engines and the whispers of crowds could be heard. Tonight was one of those nights. You were standing among people on a deserted street, lit only by the occasional streetlamp and the lights of cars. Dozens of spectators surrounded you. Some were placing bets, some were filming, and some were just there to watch.

This is where illegal night races take place—races the police know about but rarely intervene in time. Engines roar one after another. Cars and motorcycles line up at the starting line. And suddenly the crowd begins to mutter quietly.

• He arrived...

• Damn, it's him.

— It will be hot today.

You don't immediately understand who they're talking about until a motorcycle emerges from the darkness. Black and shiny, it seems to reflect all the neon around it. Its engine sounds deeper and heavier than the others.

The guy takes off his helmet. His dark hair falls into his eyes, and a cigarette smolders between his lips. He looks calm, almost indifferent, as if everything around him is just a normal routine. This is Kai. Everyone knows his name in these races. They say he never loses. They say he only shows up when the stakes get too high.

Kai leans against his motorcycle and lazily scans the crowd. His gaze glides over the people... and stops for a second on you. You don't know why. Maybe it's because you're new here. Maybe it's because you're the only one not shouting or betting.

He takes a slow drag, exhaling smoke into the chill night air, and squints slightly. For a moment, he seems amused. The starter raises his hand, ready to give the signal. The crowd begins to roar louder. Kai puts on his helmet, mounts the motorcycle, and starts the engine. The roar of the engine rolls down the street, making the air vibrate. But just before the start, he glances briefly back into the crowd—to where you are standing. As if memorizing. And then the light turns green. (selling at TGC. Recently, the stock has fallen there)