Kyle was about to pay for the car when he glanced at Calista, a smile creeping onto his face. He wanted to see if he could boost her affection before finalizing the purchase, and to his delight, it worked.
[Update in affection bar!]
[Calista's affection: 62%!]
Kyle couldn't believe how effective his plan had been; the surge in her affection meant he was closer to maxing out her feelings in less than 24 hours. This was the perfect moment to complete the transaction. He instructed the salesman to swipe his card, and while everyone else held their breath, Kyle remained calm. To their surprise, the transaction went through without a hitch.
**[Ding!]**
**[Spent $3,700,000. 10X Critical Hit. Earned $37,000,000! 6X Bonus Critical Hit. Earned $222,000,000! The money has been transferred to account XXX-XXX-XXX!]**
**[Spent at least $3,700,000 on a beautiful lady!]**
**[You have received 1 lottery ticket!]**
**[Do you want to draw?]**
**[YES][NO]**
In that instant, Kyle realized that crossing financial milestones granted him lottery draws. He was beginning to grasp how his system operated. The sheer amount of money in his account made him feel like a demi-god; he had discovered an effective way to maximize his cashback system.
He clicked on **[YES]**, and the draw began in a flash.
**[Congratulations! You have drawn Instant Comprehension!]**
**[Mansion: The user has received the ability to instantly grasp complex concepts, ideas, and information with no prior knowledge of the information.]**
Kyle had expected something flashier but recognized that this skill would significantly aid his understanding of complex matters—crucial for climbing the social ladder. Using his perfect memory, he recalled every detail of the contract he had signed. Suddenly, it all made sense, as if he had authored it himself.
Calista stood in front of her new car, still processing what had just happened. They were handed the keys, but Kyle had purchased it in her name so she would have full ownership—no matter what happened between them.
"I-I don't know how to thank you…" Calista stammered, her hands trembling with excitement as she gazed at the luxurious vehicle.
Kyle knew that he had just done something extraordinary for her—something only the top 1% of men could pull off. This act would distort her perception of her own value and set new standards for her expectations. Women often tolerate poor treatment from wealthy partners because they believe finding someone else with similar resources is nearly impossible. But Kyle knew he could easily replace her if necessary.
"You already did…" Kyle replied with a grin as Calista climbed into the car. She realized that if her agency saw her driving this beauty, they would treat her with newfound respect.
"Do you want a ride?" Calista asked playfully.
"I have a car too, silly," Kyle shot back.
"Shit! I forgot," Calista laughed as she pulled away from the dealership.
**[Update in affection bar!]**
**[Calista's affection: 75%]**
Kyle sighed contentedly. He knew that another significant expenditure in the hundreds of millions could make him a billionaire while also maxing out Calista's affection bar. The speed at which things were progressing amazed him as he sat in his car for a moment—not only to reply to Jane but also to absorb everything that had just transpired.
The harem system ensured he paid attention to each woman in his harem; it was a requirement. However, he had no control over who entered that harem.
As Kyle pulled out of the dealership driveway, he noticed the salesman's speechlessness; it had been ages since anyone made such an extravagant purchase. No one would have guessed that someone dressed like him could wield such wealth.
Afterward, Kyle headed straight to his apartment for some much-needed rest—his sanctuary where he could let his guard down and sleep soundly. He parked outside and noticed Mr. Jones' car wasn't there; it must have been fixed by now.
Kyle let out a sigh of relief knowing he wouldn't have to do any more favors for him.
The moment his tired body hit the bed, he slipped into a deep slumber almost instantly.
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Meanwhile, Jane anxiously awaited Kyle's response; uncertainty gnawed at her since they hadn't spoken since their date. She didn't want to appear desperate but felt compelled to bide her time. That's when Ella snatched Jane's phone from her hand to help craft a reply on her behalf. Jane could do nothing but wait for news.
When Kyle finally replied, Jane jolted upright with excitement; Ella noticed this from across the room.
"He has replied, hasn't he?" Ella asked knowingly. She didn't understand what kind of hold this man had over Jane but felt uneasy about it. If Kyle possessed this much influence over her friend, it could lead to potential heartbreak—Jane tended to fall too hard too quickly.
"[[Hey you! I've been rather busy but I had a blast with you as well and would love to do it all again! Have you been a good girl?]]"
The message was short and direct, leaving Jane unsure how to respond. So engrossed in her phone was she that she didn't notice Ella sneak up behind her.
"Awwww," Ella whispered teasingly as she snatched Jane's phone away before she could react.
"I think it's time I meet this mystery man…" Ella declared while holding Jane back with one hand as she typed away with the other.
"All… done," she said before handing back Jane's phone. Jane could have easily taken it back if she wanted but didn't seem inclined; perhaps she secretly welcomed Ella's intervention.
"Y-You invited him over!?" Jane exclaimed at the top of her lungs in shock.