1 Trillion to Counterattack at first day.

Jiang Chen sat alone in the crowded cafeteria of the National University, poking at his bland meal with a pair of cheap chopsticks. Around him, students chatted and laughed, their groups divided into clear hierarchies—the rich and influential at the top, the ordinary and unnoticed at the bottom.

He belonged to the latter.

Life had never been particularly kind to him. His family was average at best, and his daily routine revolved around studying and working part-time jobs to make ends meet. Unlike those born with silver spoons, he had to count every penny.

But today, everything changed.

[Congratulations, Host! You have activated the Counterattack Money System!]

Jiang Chen's eyes widened as a semi-transparent blue panel appeared before him.

[Starting Bonus: 1 Trillion Dollars][System Function: Spend money to counterattack fate. At midnight, receive 50% cashback on all expenses.]

Jiang Chen nearly choked on his food.

A trillion dollars?!

He stared at the screen, his heart racing. Was he dreaming? No, this felt too real. His hands trembled as he instinctively checked his phone's banking app.

Balance: ¥7,000,000,000,000.00

"Seven trillion yuan…" he muttered, his breath shaky. That was roughly 1 trillion dollars.

For the first time in his life, he felt what true power was.

His gaze swept across the cafeteria, finally landing on Su Yuyan—the campus goddess. With long, silky hair and an angelic face, she was the dream girl of countless students. Every day, rich suitors tried to get her attention, bringing her expensive gifts and luxury items.

But Jiang Chen knew one thing for sure—none of those guys were sincere. They only wanted to conquer her like a trophy.

Once, he too admired her from afar, but he never dared to approach. After all, what could a poor nobody like him offer?

But now… things were different.

A thought flashed in his mind.

He opened a food delivery app and placed an order for an exclusive, five-star gourmet meal worth ¥88,888 from one of the most luxurious restaurants in the city.

[Ding! Purchase successful!]

As Su Yuyan gracefully stood up to leave the cafeteria, a black luxury delivery car pulled up right in front of her. The driver, dressed in a sharp suit, stepped out and respectfully handed over an exquisite, silk-wrapped meal box.

"Miss Su Yuyan, this is your order from Imperial Pavilion, the most luxurious restaurant in the city."

Su Yuyan was stunned. She hadn't ordered anything. The other students around her gasped in envy and curiosity.

"Wait... Imperial Pavilion? A single meal there costs nearly a hundred thousand yuan!"

"Which big shot is trying to impress her this time?"

Su Yuyan frowned slightly. "I didn't order this."

The driver smiled. "It was ordered under your name, Miss Su. The sender wished to remain anonymous."

The crowd erupted in whispers.

"Could it be one of her rich suitors?"

"Or maybe some hidden young master from a wealthy family?"

While Su Yuyan remained puzzled, Jiang Chen, who sat quietly at the corner of the cafeteria, smirked to himself.

Through the food app's "Anonymous Gifting" feature, he had successfully sent the meal without revealing his identity.

"Let her wonder... I'll let money speak for me from now on," Jiang Chen thought to himself.

As Su Yuyan hesitated, the aroma of the luxurious meal filled the air, drawing the attention of everyone nearby.

Jiang Chen glanced at the system panel:

[¥88,888 spent. Cashback +50% will be credited in your account at midnight.]

Just as Su Yuyan was about to politely refuse, a playful and mischievous voice interrupted.

"Wow! Imperial Pavilion? Yuyan, are you crazy? Just accept it! Rich guys like this should be ripped off!"

Her best friend, Lin Xiaowan, a little prankster known for her boldness, snatched the luxurious meal box from the driver's hands and grinned.

"Thanks for the treat, mysterious rich boss!" Xiaowan winked at the driver and quickly pulled Su Yuyan away before she could protest.

Su Yuyan frowned. "Xiaowan, I really didn't—"

"Shh!" Xiaowan whispered excitedly. "Don't be stupid! Free food like this? This rich guy probably has too much money to spend. Just enjoy it!"

The surrounding crowd chuckled, some envious, others already imagining which rich second-generation heir was behind this.

Meanwhile, Jiang Chen, watching from the corner, smirked to himself.

"Perfect. The first step is done."

On the system panel, a notification popped up:

[Su Yuyan has accepted the meal. Cashback of ¥44,444 will be credited at midnight.]

[I can get a counterattack just by spending money and receive 50% cashback at midnight… So, shouldn't I spend more to earn more?]

Jiang Chen's eyes flickered with excitement as he grasped the true essence of the Counterattack Money System.

Since he didn't need to worry about money anymore, why not enjoy life while crushing those who once looked down on him?

"Since I don't plan on getting into a serious relationship, I should just enjoy life and make those who mocked me regret it."

On this planet, polygamy was a common practice, especially among the powerful and wealthy. However, only a handful of men had the qualifications to live that lifestyle.

"With a trillion dollars, who dares to stop me now?"

After some thought, Jiang Chen decided to hit the most luxurious bar in the city tonight.

Not only could he spend a fortune on luxury wine and attract attention, but he could also burn money to gain more cashback at midnight, essentially turning his wealth into an endless loop of counterattack money.

"The more I spend... the richer I'll become."

A sly smile appeared on his face as he stood up and left the cafeteria.

Under the dim lights of the Blue Flame Bar, Jiang Chen stood quietly in the long line, blending in with the ordinary crowd.

Even with 1 trillion dollars in his bank account, he didn't want to act too flashy.

After all, the Counterattack Money System had one condition — Money could only be spent to counterattack against women.

If he wanted to trigger the cashback, he needed to spend directly on the right target.

As the line slowly moved forward, Jiang Chen's sharp eyes scanned the crowd inside the bar.

At that moment, he spotted a beautiful woman sitting alone at the corner of the bar counter, drinking glass after glass with a cold and distant expression.

Her long black hair fell over her shoulders, and her delicate face carried an inexplicable sadness.

She was clearly not an ordinary woman.

A thought flashed in Jiang Chen's mind.

[Perfect. I'll start with her.]

Entering the Bar

After waiting for about ten minutes, Jiang Chen smoothly entered the bar without attracting attention.

The heavy music and dim lighting created a chaotic yet seductive atmosphere.

Ignoring the noisy crowd, he casually walked toward the bar counter and took the seat beside the woman.

At such a close distance, her beauty was even more striking. Her pale skin, slender figure, and cold aura made her seem unapproachable.

Jiang Chen glanced at the row of empty glasses in front of her and couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.

"Drinking like this... Did your boyfriend cheat on you or something?"

The woman turned her head slightly, her eyes showing a hint of surprise.

"You think you're funny?"

Her tone was cold, but Jiang Chen wasn't discouraged.

He signaled the bartender and said calmly, "Two glasses of your best whiskey. Put it on my tab."

[Ding! 988 yuan spent. Counterattack money cashback will be credited at midnight.]

The Ice Slowly Melts

The woman glanced at Jiang Chen with narrowed eyes.

"Trying to hit on me?" she asked.

Jiang Chen smiled faintly. "Not really. Just thought someone as beautiful as you shouldn't be wasting your night drowning in alcohol."

Hearing that, the corners of her lips curved slightly.

"I see... Another smooth talker."

She picked up the glass and took a sip of the whiskey he ordered.

"Since you're treating, I'll drink."

Seeing her cold demeanor soften a little, Jiang Chen smirked.

"By the way, I'm Jiang Chen. What about you?"

The woman hesitated for a moment before replying, "Lin Shiyu."

Counterattack Begins

Jiang Chen didn't push too hard. He simply chatted casually while treating her to expensive drinks.

As the alcohol flowed, Lin Shiyu's cold and distant attitude gradually melted.

Unknowingly, she began to open up about her recent struggles.

Her ex-boyfriend, who came from a wealthy family, had cheated on her with a rich girl. After being humiliated, she came to the bar to drown her emotions.

Jiang Chen listened patiently while ordering more drinks and snacks for her.

[Ding! 6,888 yuan spent. Cashback will be credited at midnight.]

The system's notification kept ringing in his mind.

Jiang Chen smiled inwardly.

"This system... It's too damn easy to abuse."

As Lin Shiyu gradually relaxed, her eyes softened when she looked at Jiang Chen.

Midnight Arrives

[Congratulations, Host! You've spent a total of 7,876 yuan on the target. Cashback of 3,938 yuan has been credited to your account.]

Jiang Chen smirked.

"Not bad... First counterattack success."

By this time, Lin Shiyu was already a bit tipsy.

Before leaving, she gave Jiang Chen her contact information and whispered, "Thanks for tonight. You're... different from other guys."

Jiang Chen watched her leave with a calm smile.

The first "Counterattack" target was already in his hands.

"This world... is about to change."