The soft notification chimed through Luca Hale’s mind just as he stepped away from the cashier.

<Ding!>

[Host has successfully spent 260,000 Dollars on Naomi Monroe, triggering the Legendary 100x God-Tier Cashback Critical Hit!]

<Ding!>

[System reward: 26,000,000 Dollars has been successfully deposited into the Host’s primary account.]

A satisfied smile spread across Luca’s face.

’Twenty-six million...’

His eyes drifted toward Naomi, who was admiring one of the handbags the sales associate had just wrapped with meticulous care.

’Running companies is starting to get exhausting.’

’My lucky charm never disappoints.’

Every time he spent money on her, the system rewarded him far beyond his expectations.

Naomi looked up and caught him staring.

"What?"

"Nothing."

She narrowed her eyes suspiciously.

"You always smile like that after buying me something."

"Maybe I just enjoy spoiling my girlfriend."

"Hmph."

She nudged his shoulder.

"You just enjoy showing off."

"I won’t deny it."

Her bright laughter echoed through the boutique, earning amused glances from a few nearby shoppers.

Nearly an hour later, several attendants finished loading their purchases into the waiting Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Designer handbags.

Luxury heels.

Elegant dresses.

Tailored jackets.

Jewelry.

Every item had been carefully packed into the spacious SUV.

Leaning against the passenger door, Naomi shook her head helplessly.

"I only need enough clothes for one week."

"You never know."

"I’m going to France, Luca. I’m not moving there."

"What if you feel like wearing something different every day?"

"I already do."

"What if you change your mind twice a day?"

Naomi burst into laughter.

"You see?" Luca grinned. "You can never be too prepared."

"There isn’t a single person on Earth who could argue with your logic."

"I’ll take that as a compliment."

She rolled her eyes.

"Of course you would."

---

Instead of driving straight home, Luca turned onto the coastal highway.

The afternoon sun painted the ocean in shimmering shades of gold while a cool sea breeze drifted through the slightly open windows.

For the next few hours, work and business disappeared from their minds.

They were simply an ordinary couple enjoying an ordinary afternoon.

They stopped for coffee at a quiet seaside café.

Shared desserts.

Walked hand in hand along the waterfront.

Laughed at the street performers entertaining tourists.

For once, there were no troublesome executives, no business meetings, and no awkward family situations.

Just the two of them.

As they strolled along the promenade, Naomi quietly slipped her hand into his.

"I’ve really missed days like this."

"So have I."

She rested her head lightly against his shoulder.

"When I get back..."

"Hm?"

"...let’s disappear for a few days."

Luca smiled.

"A vacation?"

"Somewhere quiet."

"No business."

"No livestreams."

"No meetings."

"No phones."

"Just us."

Luca gently squeezed her hand.

"Deal."

---

As evening approached, they returned to Luca’s villa overlooking the hills outside San Fierro.

Golden sunlight bathed the elegant estate as the gates slowly opened.

Although Naomi had visited several times before, she still found herself amazed by its beauty.

The mansion radiated understated luxury.

Every flowerbed had been meticulously maintained.

Crystal fountains sparkled beneath the setting sun.

The gardens stretched farther than many public parks.

Luca parked beneath the covered entrance before walking around to open her door.

"My lady."

Naomi laughed.

"And where did you learn such manners?"

"I learned from the best."

"I don’t remember teaching you."

"You inspire me."

She smiled helplessly before accepting his hand.

Inside, the household staff greeted them respectfully before quietly excusing themselves, leaving the enormous villa entirely to the two of them.

The shopping bags were carried upstairs while Luca led Naomi into the living room.

She dropped onto the oversized sofa with a long sigh.

"I’m exhausted."

"You’ve only been shopping."

"Exactly."

She looked at him in disbelief.

"You say that as if shopping isn’t exhausting."

"It isn’t."

"That’s because you weren’t the one trying everything on."

Luca laughed.

"Fair point."

Naomi stretched lazily, her fitted dress accentuating her graceful figure.

"I’m really going to be gone for a whole week."

"I know."

"Are you sure you’ll be okay?"

"I’ll survive."

"I’m not convinced."

She giggled.

"You’ll probably bury yourself in work."

"I’d rather bury myself in thoughts of you."

Warmth crept into her cheeks.

"When did you become so smooth?"

"I’ve always been this way."

"You absolutely have not."

---

After dinner, they wandered onto the spacious balcony overlooking the city.

Night had settled over San Fierro.

Thousands of lights glittered below like stars scattered across the earth.

For a long while, neither of them spoke.

Naomi rested against the railing as the evening breeze played with strands of her long hair.

She seemed quieter than usual.

Luca stepped beside her.

"Nervous?"

"A little."

"About France?"

She nodded.

"It’s the biggest collaboration I’ve ever had."

"You’ll do great."

"I know..."

A faint smile appeared.

"...but it’s still scary."

Luca gently brushed a loose strand of hair behind her ear.

"You’ve earned this opportunity."

"I couldn’t have done it without you."

"You would have."

She shook her head.

"No."

Turning to face him, she held his gaze.

"You’re the reason I’ve come this far. I owe you more than I could ever repay."

Luca gently took her hand.

"Anyone can find a wealthy sponsor."

He smiled softly.

"Not everyone has your talent."

Her beautiful eyes softened.

"I really am lucky."

"No."

He shook his head.

"I’m the lucky one."

Naomi stared at him for several quiet moments before wrapping both arms around his waist.

"I’m going to miss you."

"I know."

"I’m serious."

"So am I."

She buried her face against his chest.

"I’ll call every day."

"I’ll answer every time."

"I’ll send pictures."

"I’ll be expecting them."

She laughed quietly.

"So demanding."

"I’m your boyfriend."

A mischievous smile appeared on her lips.

"Husband."

Luca couldn’t hide the grin spreading across his face.

"I like hearing you say that."

Naomi looked away shyly.

"Then forget I said it."

"I don’t think I will."

"You have to."

"I refuse."

She gave his shoulder a light punch.

"You’re impossible."

The two of them smiled.

Silence settled between them once more.

Comfortable.

Peaceful.

The kind of silence shared only by two people who no longer needed words to understand one another.

Eventually, Naomi glanced toward the hallway.

"I should probably take a shower."

"The guest room’s already prepared."

She hesitated.

Then she slowly looked back at him.

"We’re really not going to see each other for a whole week."

"No."

"I’ll be busy every day."

"I know."

She stepped closer until only a breath separated them.

"So..."

A rosy blush spread across her cheeks.

"...I don’t really want to spend our last night together sleeping in separate rooms."

Luca’s heartbeat quickened.

Lowering her gaze, she gently grasped the front of his shirt.

"I want tonight to be special."

A warm smile softened Luca’s features as he gently lifted her chin.

"So do I."

Their eyes met.

Neither of them spoke.

Slowly, naturally, the distance between them disappeared