Chapter 1: The Fall of Liu Ming

Liu Ming stood outside the university auditorium, a bouquet of roses trembling in his hands. His heart pounded against his chest, each beat echoing with a mixture of hope and fear. Today was the day. After three long years of silent admiration, he was finally going to confess to Lin Xiaoyu, the most beautiful and popular girl on campus.

He had rehearsed his words countless times, imagined her smile, the gentle way she'd accept his flowers, and maybe—just maybe—give him a chance.

The doors swung open, and a group of students flooded out, chatting and laughing. In the center of the crowd was Lin Xiaoyu, her glossy black hair flowing gracefully over her shoulders, her eyes sparkling with confidence. Surrounded by her friends, she looked like an angel descended from heaven.

Liu Ming took a deep breath, his legs heavy as he approached her. "Xiaoyu!" he called out, his voice wavering.

She stopped, her gaze drifting over him with a flicker of annoyance. "You again?"

Ignoring the murmurs of her friends, Liu Ming held out the roses. "I… I like you, Xiaoyu. I've liked you for a long time. Will you go out with me?"

Silence fell over the group, broken only by a snicker. Lin Xiaoyu's lips curled into a cold smile. "You? Like me? What can you possibly offer me?" She crossed her arms, her eyes scanning him from head to toe. "You're just a broke loser. I don't need someone who can't even afford to buy me lunch."

Liu Ming's face burned. He opened his mouth, but no words came out. His fingers tightened around the bouquet, the thorns pricking his skin.

Lin Xiaoyu's voice grew louder, ensuring that everyone around could hear. "Look at yourself. You've been following me like a lost puppy for years. It's pathetic. Did you really think I'd be interested in someone like you?"

Laughter erupted from the crowd. Liu Ming felt his heart shatter, each mocking voice piercing him like a dagger. He wanted to run, to disappear, but his feet were rooted to the spot.

Lin Xiaoyu's eyes gleamed with amusement. "Here's some advice: if you want a girl like me, try getting a better life first." With that, she turned on her heel, her friends trailing behind her, still laughing.

Liu Ming stood there, frozen, his world crumbling around him. He looked down at the roses, their petals crushed and stained with his blood. In a daze, he stumbled away from the crowd, his vision blurred by tears.

He didn't know how long he walked, his body moving on autopilot, until he found himself on an abandoned rooftop overlooking the city. The wind was cold, biting at his skin. He sank to his knees, his shoulders trembling as he choked back a sob.

"How stupid… how foolish…," he whispered, his voice breaking. "Three years… I gave her three years of my heart, and this is what I get?"

His chest tightened, anger and humiliation swirling within him. He punched the ground, his knuckles scraping against the rough concrete. "Why? Why am I so useless? If only… if only I had money… power… something…"

[System Activation: Simp God System initializing…]

A metallic voice echoed in his mind, smooth and emotionless. Liu Ming's head snapped up, his eyes wide. "W-What?"

[Congratulations, Host. The Simp God System has been activated. You have been awarded Nine Septillion Simp Gold Coins.]

Liu Ming staggered to his feet, looking around wildly. "Who's there? Who's talking?"

[This is the Simp God System, a unique program designed to help you win the hearts of women through wealth and power. You now possess Nine Septillion Simp Gold Coins, to be used exclusively for courting women. The more you spend, the more you earn back. Additionally, spending coins will grant you special abilities and attribute bonuses.]

His heart raced, confusion and disbelief flooding his mind. "Is… is this some kind of joke?"

[This is not a joke. You have been chosen as the host of the Simp God System. Would you like to view your balance and available abilities?]

Liu Ming stared into the empty night, his mind struggling to process what was happening. But beneath the shock, a spark of hope ignited. If this was real… if he truly had this power…

He could change everything.

His fists tightened, his body trembling with newfound determination. He could rise above his pathetic existence, make everyone who looked down on him regret their words.

He could make Lin Xiaoyu see him, want him, need him.

His lips curled into a bitter smile. "Show me my balance."

In front of him, a golden holographic screen appeared, shimmering with radiant light.

[Current Balance: 9,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Simp Gold Coins]

Liu Ming's jaw dropped, his eyes widening in awe. The number was so absurdly large that his mind couldn't even fully comprehend it.

Nine septillion… with this kind of wealth, he could buy anything. No… he could buy anyone.

The memory of Lin Xiaoyu's cruel smile flashed before his eyes. "You said I was worthless, right? Just a broke loser?" His voice was low, his eyes burning with cold fire. "Let's see you look down on me now."

[Quest Activated: Prove Your Worth to Lin Xiaoyu. Reward: Charisma Boost, Level 1.]

Liu Ming's grin widened, his heart thundering with anticipation. His old life was over. A new chapter had begun.

And he was going to make them all pay.