Chapter 31: Another Normal Day?

Mateus stood on the balcony of his mansion, enjoying the early morning. The view of K City stretched out before him, with skyscrapers illuminated by the rising sun and the faint sound of cars passing by in the distance. He hummed softly, an unpretentious melody that reflected his good mood.

"Aether, we're dating," he said suddenly, with a wide smile and a satisfied tone.

Aether, Mateus's personalized Artificial Intelligence, responded in his usual precise tone, but perhaps with a subtle note of disinterest that did not go unnoticed by Mateus.

"Yes, Mister Mateus, congratulations."

Mateus let out a genuine laugh, appreciating Aether's almost imperceptible sarcasm.

"I held her hand," he continued, as if he were reliving the moment in his mind, without caring about his digital assistant's lack of enthusiasm.

After a brief pause, Aether intervened, correcting him with his usual precision:

"Matthew, technically, it was SHE who took the initiative to hold your hand."

Matthew laughed even louder, the sound echoing across the balcony.

"Hahahaha! Yes, yes, but still..." he spoke more to himself, reliving every detail of the interaction he had had with Elise Montavon. The memory brought a feeling of lightness that he had not felt for a long time.

For a moment, he was silent, looking at the horizon. Then he commented aloud:

"Should I increase Montavon Corp's share in our collaboration?" he murmured, considering the impact of such a decision.

Aether processed the question in a matter of milliseconds, soon offering a cold and direct analysis.

"Based on the available data and Elise Montavon's characteristics, it is likely that this decision would cause discomfort for her."

Matthew smiled, once again impressed by his AI's ability to understand the human side of business. It was something he had always appreciated about Aether, despite the emotionless tone. He took a sip of coffee, still lost in his thoughts about Elise. "System, access Mall" smiling Matthew called his system. [Advanced Technology: Assistance robots, drones, personalized AIs.

Elite Vehicles: Sports cars, yachts, aircraft, and even spaceships.

Real Estate: Luxury homes, private islands, mountain fortresses.

Social Influence: Access to power networks, control of corporations, political influence...]

Accessing the list of fashion items and their technologies, Matthew found himself pondering the endless dazzling options.

Matthew scrolled through the mall items with a specific thought in mind. He wanted to surprise Elise with something special, something that would show his attention to detail and his desire to make a unique impression on her life. After sifting through several options, he finally found the perfect gift.

In the Customizable Luxury Accessories section, one item caught his eye: a Celestial Eternel Lumen Necklace. This custom-made piece was uniquely designed and adorned with luminescent diamonds that changed color depending on the wearer's mood. More than just a necklace, the Eternel Lumen contained advanced technology that adjusted its brightness and shape to match any outfit and occasion. It could also store small holographic messages that were activated only by the wearer, providing a discreet way to leave special words.

"Ah, perfect… System, add the Celestial Eternel Lumen Necklace to cart and customize for Elise Montavon," he instructed, feeling a sense of satisfaction as he imagined how she would react to the gift.

The System recognized the command and, in a matter of seconds, began the customization process. The interface displayed detailed adjustment options, and Matthew took the time to carefully choose the details: a soft sapphire hue that he knew would match her eyes and a discreet engraving on the inside of the piece, with the phrase he had carefully chosen: "To brighten your days as you have brightened mine."

With everything confirmed, the System finalized the purchase and indicated that the item would be delivered to Elise in a few hours.

Matthew, with a satisfied smile, gave the command that had already become almost a ritual in his routine.

"System, log in."

The holographic interface appeared, revealing the daily rewards that the System carefully made available. He was already accustomed to the process, but the excitement of discovering each new item was still as vivid as on the first day.

[Congratulations!]

● Item Acquired (Normal): 10,000,000,000 Aurums

● Item Acquired (Normal): On-X5 Suit

Description: A stylish navy blue suit with white accents, inspired by the protagonist of the webnovel "The Arrogant CEO is Cute, Should I Keep Him as a Pet?". In the plot, this suit is worn by the main character in an iconic scene, during the marriage proposal to the protagonist, symbolizing a confident and determined love.

● Item Acquired (Epic): Omnipotent: Battle of Gods

Description: An open-world online game originating from the Arkn universe. Created by a group of developers who, after ten years of hard work, transformed a humble idea into a global phenomenon. The game allows for complete immersion in an epic universe populated by gods and mystical creatures, where players take on a variety of classes, including hidden classes of legendary power. Its complexity is so great that, even after 23 years, the maximum level remains unreachable. The creators have already revealed that, surprisingly, the game's story is far from over.

Mateus looked at the list, smiling with satisfaction. Each item seemed meticulously thought out, arousing Mateus' growing curiosity, especially about the game.

"System, show me more about the game," he commanded, intrigued by the concept.

["Omnipotent: Battle of Gods" is a fully immersive MMORPG, using advanced AI that creates dynamic events and expansions with stories that evolve according to the players' actions. In the game, classes such as Arcanist, Celestial Warrior, and Shadow Master are available, but skilled players can unlock hidden classes, each with unique abilities. Players are encouraged to form alliances and challenge legendary deities that rule the world, with no way to reach the maximum level.

The game offers immersive visual experiences, majestic settings, and battles of epic proportions. Omnipotent's popularity is due to its creative freedom and constant challenge, with players dedicating themselves for decades and still discovering new secrets.]

Reading the detailed description of the game, Matthew was fascinated.