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"The world’s not fair, but fairness doesn’t pay the bills. You don’t wait for a handout — you build your own damn ladder, one step at a time."
Ethan Grey’s life was built on ambition, hard work, and hope — until a single accusation destroyed it all. 
Framed by his ruthless boss, Ethan loses his job, his reputation, and is left drowning in half a million dollars of debt. 
Cast aside by a society that thrives on crushing the weak, he’s at rock bottom with no way out.  
But in his darkest moment, something extraordinary happens. A mysterious system awakens, offering Ethan a second chance — but with rules. 
[Congratulations, You have awakened the Harem Investment System]
It can’t make him rich overnight, and it won’t give him shortcuts. Instead, it points him toward physical investments: crumbling properties, broken-down machines, and forgotten treasures. 
Each one is a gamble, but with every success, the system rewards him with newfound skills and opportunities.

Harem Investment System: Getting Money And Women

At one point, they stopped by a snack stand. Lila eagerly ordered an ice cream cone while Ethan stuck to a simple soda.

She looked at him suspiciously. "So you do hate ice cream."

Ethan took a sip of his drink. "Never said that."

"Then why aren't you getting one?"

He smirked. "Because I knew you'd offer me yours."

Before she could finish, he leaned down and took a small bite from her ice cream cone, straight from her hand.

She froze, her entire face turning red.

"Not bad," Ethan mused, licking his lips.

Lila just stared at him, speechless. Then, after a few seconds, she covered her face with one hand. "You're the worst."

Ethan chuckled. "You walked right into that one."

As the sun began to set, they found themselves sitting on a park bench, watching the Ferris wheel light up against the dimming sky.

Theme Park (Part 2)