Jacob tossed and turned in his bed, his mind racing with questions about the strange reward system. He couldn't believe that a mere $19,000 was considered a "penny" in this world by him. It was a fortune to him, especially compared to his meager income from his last life.
The system's randomness was equally perplexing. It seemed to grant rewards without any clear criteria. Jacob recalled the times he'd received rewards: coming home after dinner with his neglectful family while walking home from a restaurant this evening. There was no rhyme or reason to it. The only thing in common was his coming home, and he doubted that was the system's criteria for rewards.
"Could it be possible that the system simply grants rewards at random?" Jacob wondered. The idea was both exciting and frustrating. It meant that he could potentially receive massive rewards without any effort, but it also meant that his system might not be as reliable as he thought.
As sleep finally overtook him, Jacob decides to investigate the system further. He would explore its capabilities, its limitations, and, most importantly, the secret to unlocking its true potential; unknown to Jacob, he is destined to fail.
While Jacob was turning and tossing on his bed, oblivious to the unusual tension in his parent's room. A flashback played in his parent's minds: this morning, as they woke up, a strange system panel appeared in front of them. Both parents, startled, asked each other, "Can you see this?" And nodded together in reply. Fear crept into their hearts, but before they could process it, the system spoke.
[Ding main host parent detected information installation 0%...2%...23%....60%...100%]
A flood of information about the system and its functions filled their minds. However, after scanning Jacob's history, the system withheld much of it, providing only essential details. The parents, after gaining the system's information, assumed this system was theirs as the system provided only necessary information. To avoid future complications for the actual host, Jacob, the system deceived them into thinking they were in control.
Just as the parents were basking in their newfound power, the system's features were revealed.
[Ding system features are the following:
1. Infinity money card can only be used on your son Jacob Wick
2. Every penny spent on Jacob Wick will trigger cash back from 2 to 1000 times depending on Jacob Wick's happiness
Warning:- If during spending Jacob Wick does not feel happiness or feel any other negative emotion then both infinite money card and cashback will be null and void and payment will done through your own pocket]
The parents' eyes lit up. The warning was a minor detail compared to the infinite money card. They could spend lavishly without worrying about the cost. Plus, the cashback would be a bonus! The system even had a loophole: as long as the purchase was made in Jacob's name, it would work, regardless of who actually used it.
The father had a brilliant idea. "Let's go to that fancy restaurant and put the bill on Jacob. We'll pay with the infinite money card and eat for free. And then there's the cashback!"
Jacob's parents, their minds already racing with visions of gourmet meals, were momentarily distracted by the system's sudden announcement. Greed and anticipation painted their faces as they considered the possibilities. However, their expressions quickly shifted when the system revealed a new condition: Jacob must be present for purchases of food and consume enough to satisfy his hunger. Otherwise, the system would not process the payment, and they would have to use their own funds.
Furthermore, the system emphasized that all purchases must be used by Jacob to a certain extent. Any violations would result in penalties. The parents' initial enthusiasm waned. This system was not as lenient as they had initially thought.
Yet, they remained optimistic. After all, whatever Jacob received, they would ultimately benefit from the cashback. And as a family, he is obligated to share his things with them.
Jacob's parents were proven wrong. After their extravagant meal at the expensive Tarra restaurant, they attempted to pay with the infinite money card. However, the system's voice echoed,
[Ding, it is detected the purchase does not meet the condition, and the payment will be made through your own funds.]
Mother and Father Wick's faces turned pale. The arrogance of paying for such an expensive meal quickly dissipated, replaced by terror. Losing 19,000 dollars for a single meal was too much, especially for Father Victor Wick. His hard-earned money had been squandered so carelessly. He felt as if he had stabbed himself in the back. Struggling to regain his composure, he mentally asked the system, "What went wrong?"
The system's response was swift and unforgiving.
[Ding It is detected Jacob Wick, your son is not only not happy and felt negative emotions during the process of the purchase you made, so both infinite money card and cashback become null and void as per agreement.]
After coming back both parents sat on their bed, their faces drained. This was a massive loss; this possibility had never crossed their minds. Their son, Jacob Wick, had not been happy during dinner. Why? How could he be unhappy in such a lavish place? Didn't money buy happiness? Shouldn't he have been dancing with excitement? Shouldn't he be grateful?
Had they known that the system withdrew 19,000 dollars from their bank account not to pay the bill to the restaurant as it was paid through an Infinite money card already but given it to Jacob, the main host, they might have vomited blood in anger. This is the punishment system come up with for their treatment of the main host. the fact that the restaurant they dined at was owned by Jacob made the situation even more ironic because if they just had a good relationship with Jacob, they would not need to pay a single penny today, but they are destined to not know about this.
Jacob's father angrily declared, "Your son has a real problem. Eating at such a good place and still not like it ?" Jacob's mother hesitated, unsure how to respond. She finally sighed and said, "Maybe it's because I yelled at him this morning."
Jacob's father's anger flared again. "Is he old enough to hold a grudge against us now? He really has become fearless you have always stopped me otherwise I have taught him a lesson long ago"
Jacob's mother tried to calm him down. "Don't worry, it's just 19,000 dollars. When Anya grows up, she'll give us way more. Remember, she's special."
The mention of Anya, Jacob's sister, seemed to soothe Jacob's father. His anger vanished, replaced by a loving smile. "Yes, with Anya, what do we need this trash system for? When she grows up, money will just be dirt to her."