Ethan lounged in his penthouse, watching the city lights. His bank balance was insane millions doubled from his spending.
Money Return System: Spend to Earn ×2 Grow Influence
Lily appeared at his door, heels clicking.
Ethan… I made a mistake. I want… I want you back, she said, eyes desperate.
Ethan smiled faintly, checking his phone. Notifications from the system pulsed.
Favorability of Target approaching max
Sorry, Lily. I've moved on, he said, calm but firm.
Daniel confronted Ethan in the lobby the next day.
You can't just rise from nothing and ignore me he growled.
Ethan laughed. I don't need to justify myself. Money, power, influence… I have it all now. And it's only going to grow.
Daniel clenched his fists. We'll see about that.
Aria appeared quietly beside Ethan, holding a gift he didn't even need.
You didn't have to do all this for me, she whispered.
He looked at her, smiling genuinely. I do it because it makes you happy.
Favorability Notice: Aria Quinn to 100
New Ability Unlocked: Charm Boost Max
Ethan leaned back, the city glowing beneath him. Heartbreak had made him strong. The system had made him unstoppable. And Aria… she was now truly his.