2026-10-22 17:46:51The morning sun reflected brilliantly off the glass facade of The Imperial Palace, Riverdale City’s most prestigious three-star Michelin restaurant. It was a place frequented exclusively by corporate tycoons, political elites, and high-society young masters.
Ayan walked through the mahogany double doors, his new $12,500 charcoal Italian suit fitting his sharp frame flawlessly. He carried himself with a calm, effortless posture, yet every step radiated an unmistakable aura of confidence.
As soon as he entered, the soft melody of a grand piano filled the air.
A young waitress wearing a pristine white apron and a tailored vest walked over to greet him. Her name tag read Lily. Unlike the snobbish sales associate at the clothing boutique, Lily smiled with genuine warmth and politeness, showing not a single hint of judgment toward Ayan’s unfamiliar face.
"Good morning, sir! Welcome to The Imperial Palace," Lily said with a gentle bow. "Do you have a reservation, or would you prefer a table for one in our main dining hall?"
"Table for one, please. Somewhere quiet near the window," Ayan replied smoothly.
"Right this way, sir," Lily guided him down the carpeted aisle to a plush velvet booth overlooking the indoor glass waterfall.
She handed him a heavy, gold-embossed leather menu. "Our executive chef’s recommendations are listed on the front page, but I can also assist if you have any dietary preferences."
Ayan opened the menu. He didn't bother looking at the names of the dishes; his eyes went straight to the price column. Now that he had over $58,000 in his account, spending money was no longer a worry—it was his pathway to unlimited growth.
"I’ll have the chef’s special seafood platter, the aged Kobe beef steak, and a pot of your finest imperial tea," Ayan ordered casually, closing the menu.
Lily noted everything down quickly with practiced efficiency. "Exquisite choices, sir. Your total for the breakfast set comes to $1,200. Since this is your first visit, would you like to settle the bill now or after your meal?"
"I'll pay right now," Ayan pulled out his payment card and tapped it against the mobile terminal in Lily's hand.
BEEP!
[Payment Successful: $1,200.00]
[DING!]
[System Alert: You spent $1,200.00 on luxury dining! Triggered 100x Cashback Multiplier!]
[Amount Received: $120,000.00!]
BZZZ!
His phone vibrated softly in his suit pocket:
[Bank Notice]: Your account ending in ****8821 has received a transfer of $120,000.00. Remaining balance: $177,222.50.
Ayan’s eyes gleamed with inner satisfaction. One thousand two hundred dollars turned into one hundred and twenty thousand dollars instantly!
Within twenty minutes, the gourmet dishes were served on fine china. Ayan enjoyed his meal peacefully.
While eating, he observed the bustling restaurant around him. A few tables away, an arrogant, middle-aged businessman in a flashy gold watch was loudly snapping his fingers at Lily, barking orders and complaining about the temperature of his water.
Despite the man’s rude behavior, Lily remained completely professional, bowing politely, apologizing, and quickly fixing the issue without losing her temper. Ayan noticed the faint tiredness in her eyes and the worn-out soles of her black work shoes. It was clear she was working relentlessly just to make ends meet—much like how Ayan used to struggle every single day.
When Ayan finished his tea, he signaled Lily over to clear the table.
"Was everything to your satisfaction, sir?" Lily asked politely, bringing over the digital receipt terminal.
"The meal was excellent, but your service was even better," Ayan said calmly.
He took the payment terminal, selected the custom tipping option on the screen, and tapped in a figure without a second's hesitation: $1,000.00.
He tapped his card.
BEEP!
[Tip Payment Successful: $1,000.00]
Lily took the device back to print out the final customer copy. When her eyes landed on the tip amount displayed on the receipt screen, her breath hitched. Her hands began to shake violently.
"S-Sir!" Lily gasped, looking up at Ayan with wide, tear-filled eyes. "I... I think you made a mistake! You added three extra zeros! This is a thousand dollars!"
"There's no mistake," Ayan stood up, adjusting his suit jacket. "A thousand dollars."
"I... I can't accept this, sir!" Lily stammered, overwhelmed by emotion. "Our standard tip is only ten or fifteen percent! A thousand dollars is more than half my monthly salary!"
"You handled an arrogant customer earlier with patience and dignity," Ayan said softly, looking her in the eyes. "Hard work and genuine respect deserve to be rewarded. Keep it."
Tears spilled over Lily’s cheeks as she bowed deeply, again and again. "T-Thank you so much, sir! You have no idea what this means to me... My younger brother needs tuition fees this week, and I didn't know how I was going to afford it! Thank you!"
[DING!]
[Shock Value Detected! Caused profound emotional shock, awe, and deep gratitude!]
[System Reward: 300 System Experience Points!]
At the exact same time, his phone vibrated again:
[DING!]
[System Alert: You tipped $1,000.00! Triggered 100x Cashback Multiplier!]
[Amount Received: $100,000.00!]
[Bank Notice]: Your account ending in ****8821 has received a transfer of $100,000.00. Remaining balance: $276,222.50.
Ayan walked out of The Imperial Palace into the crisp morning air, holding a fresh balance of over $276,000.
He looked down the street toward the grandest luxury shopping district in the city.
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The green Lamborghini Aventador SVJ carved through the winding mountain highway, its dark-green matte finish gleaming under the afternoon sun. As the noisy city streets faded into the distance, the air grew crisp, clean, and quiet.Ayan adjusted his grip on the leather-wrapped steering wheel. With over $105 million sitting in his bank account, driving back to his cramped, humid attic room in the slums was out of the question. He needed a residence that matched his rising status—a place offering total security, complete privacy, and unyielding grandeur.He tapped the touchscreen console on his dashboard, setting his destination to Starlight Villa Estate.Starlight Villa was Riverdale City’s most prestigious residential mountain sanctuary. Built along the crest of Mount Solitude, it was a gated paradise reserved exclusively for top-ranking political figures, international business moguls, and hereditary wealthy tycoons. Every property within the estate spanned thousands of square fee
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The cool afternoon breeze rustled through the trees along Financial Avenue, but Ayan felt a surge of warmth and absolute clarity. The high of spending $250,000 on a whim was still buzzing through his veins, but the real thrill was seeing $25,026,222.50 resting in his bank account. He wasn't just a broke student trying to survive until the end of the week anymore. He was a multi-millionaire in liquid cash. However, holding tens of millions of dollars in a basic student checking account was bound to trigger security flags, freeze transactions, or cause unnecessary headaches. To move money smoothly and unlock high-tier financial power, he needed a private wealth manager and an upgraded account status.Ayan walked up the grand granite steps of Royal Trust Bank—the premier private financial institution in Riverdale City. The building was an architectural marvel, featuring towering marble pillars and bulletproof glass facades.Pushing through the revolving brass doors, Ayan stepped
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The morning sun reflected brilliantly off the glass facade of The Imperial Palace, Riverdale City’s most prestigious three-star Michelin restaurant. It was a place frequented exclusively by corporate tycoons, political elites, and high-society young masters.Ayan walked through the mahogany double doors, his new $12,500 charcoal Italian suit fitting his sharp frame flawlessly. He carried himself with a calm, effortless posture, yet every step radiated an unmistakable aura of confidence.As soon as he entered, the soft melody of a grand piano filled the air.A young waitress wearing a pristine white apron and a tailored vest walked over to greet him. Her name tag read Lily. Unlike the snobbish sales associate at the clothing boutique, Lily smiled with genuine warmth and politeness, showing not a single hint of judgment toward Ayan’s unfamiliar face."Good morning, sir! Welcome to The Imperial Palace," Lily said with a gentle bow. "Do you have a reservation, or would you prefer a ta
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