Izana07

"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

Riley glanced up, tucking her pen behind her ear, she had to lick her lips too, they were getting a bit too dry.

"Yeah, no kidding. The layout is huge, and we have to be precise. If we mess this part up, it throws everything else off."

He looked around. "How long do you think it'll take?"

She stood up, dusting her hands off on her jeans.

"Most of the marking should be done by this evening. We'll double-check everything before we call it a day. Tomorrow, excavation starts."

Ethan exhaled slowly. "That's the real start of everything."

"Pretty much," Riley agreed. She studied him for a moment before tilting her head. "You planning on coming by to watch?"

"I don't know yet," he admitted. "Got some things to take care of."

She nodded. "Makes sense. You're already more involved than most people."

Ethan smirked slightly. "That a compliment?"

"Maybe," she said with a small grin. "But don't let it get to your head."

Lunch Break