Harem Tycoon System

Chapter 7: The More Rewards, The Further from the Goal

The doctor only nodded while checking his health chart. He thought Lucas was talking to him, but Lucas was actually checking his bank balance.

"Your condition is improving, Mr. Lucas. If this continues, you can be discharged from the hospital in a few days."

Lucas thought quickly. Alright, from now on, I can accept my identity as Lucas. Ethan is no more. But if I leave the hospital, how will I complete my mission? I need more time to interact with Dr. Alyssa.

"Thank you, doctor. You must be very busy, right? You look tired."

Alyssa gave a small smile. "I am. But it's part of my job."

[+5 Points! ($5,000,000)]

Lucas glanced at the holographic monitor only he could see. A simple compliment had earned him points. If that was the case, he just needed to keep building rapport naturally. But a new notification appeared on the screen—if Lucas wanted to recover quickly and leave the hospital, he had to complete a major mission this time—physical contact with the doctor.

For two days, Lucas felt anxious, constantly thinking about how to accomplish his first major mission. He only kept talking to Alyssa whenever she came. He listened to her stories about how hard it was to be a doctor, the job pressures, and how she barely had time for herself. Ethan, who had worked tirelessly as a scientist in his past life, could relate to her feelings. But none of it led to any progress.

One night, while Alyssa was checking on him, Lucas was not in his bed. Alyssa panicked and looked for him in the bathroom. Just then, Lucas emerged, limping. He still needed support to walk. But the doctor noticed something different.

"Mr. Lucas?" she whispered.

"Doctor?" Lucas responded, just as startled. "Is it time for my check-up?"

Alyssa was silent. She looked at Lucas as if he were a delicious meal and she was starving.

Lucas had just shaved and cleaned himself up. As a broke man, he had only drowned in alcohol and neglected his appearance. But tonight, he stepped out of the bathroom shirtless, wearing only hospital pants that were slightly tight on his frame. His perfectly sculpted abs and chest were fully visible. His face looked incredibly handsome without the stubble, his eyes sparkling, and his smile radiant.

The doctor was so shocked that she stumbled. Lucas quickly caught her before she fell with his free hand. This close, he could see the dark circles under Alyssa’s eyes.

"You need to rest, doctor. If you keep this up, your patients will start worrying about you."

Alyssa let out a small, nervous laugh. "I’m fine. I just need coffee."

She tried to pull away from Lucas's embrace. But Lucas thought—wasn’t this a great opportunity? No one else was there, just the two of them.

Lucas gazed at Alyssa seriously. "I mean it. At least rest for a moment. Don’t let yourself get sick."

Alyssa paused, then smiled warmly. "Thank you for caring, Lucas."

Without warning, Lucas placed a soft kiss on Alyssa’s cheek. He was reckless. The doctor was startled but didn’t stop him. And, well, soon enough, they were sharing heated kisses.

[+50 Points! ($50,000,000)]

The monitor blinked again, and Lucas realized he was getting closer to completing his mission. But now, he faced a dilemma. Was he really just using Alyssa to complete his task, or was he genuinely starting to care for her?

That night, as they were still breathless from their intimate moment, the monitor displayed a new instruction.

[Target is almost fully locked in! Deliver an emotional moment to complete the mission—erotic touch on the doctor’s body without rejection.]

Lucas froze. Erotic touch on the doctor? What am I supposed to do?

Lucas didn’t want to waste this opportunity. His free hand moved to Alyssa’s waist and slid up to her slender stomach. The doctor gasped in surprise, almost pushing Lucas away, but he reassured her.

"Lucas?! This isn’t right, is it? I’m a doctor, and you’re my patient..."

Lucas closed his eyes, then slowly opened them. "I just... I’m sorry, I got carried away."

Alyssa relaxed and slowly stepped back. They were both embarrassed, feeling improper.

"This is my fault too. I shouldn’t be flirting with my patient. I will make sure you fully recover." She tried to remain professional, and Lucas felt guilty because, from the beginning, he was the one seducing her.

Lucas looked deeply into Alyssa’s eyes. "Thank you, Alyssa. You’ve been so kind to me. I don’t know what I would do without you here."

Alyssa was about to leave Lucas’s hospital room, but suddenly, she turned around quickly and hugged him.

“Damn it! To hell with doctor-patient ethics. I want you, Lucas! Touch me!”

Lucas was utterly shocked. Alyssa attacked him with passionate kisses. She even placed Lucas’s hand under her doctor’s coat, letting him touch her breasts.

Lucas was stunned. He was too focused on the monitor flashing—

[+2000 Points! ($2,000,000,000) + Physical Strength]

[TARGET LOCKED! First mission complete!]

Suddenly, a warm sensation coursed through Lucas’s body. He saw the system balance increase. He had completed his first mission and received the rewards promised by the system.

However, when Lucas saw Alyssa’s soft smile and the happiness—both in his chest and body—Ethan felt something different. This wasn’t just a game.

The door to Lucas’s hospital room slowly opened as if the visitor didn’t want to disturb them. Neither Lucas nor Alyssa expected anyone to come. It was too late for visiting hours. Could it be a nurse checking on him?

When Lucas turned his head, his eyes widened in shock.

That woman—Caroline—stood at the doorway, holding a fruit basket that slipped from her hands. Her face paled, her expression filled with shock, disgust, and restrained anger.

It was his wife.

Caroline stared at the scene before her with wounded eyes. In her husband’s hospital room, she saw Lucas embracing the doctor. Their lips were still wet from the kiss they had just shared.

Without a word, Caroline turned and left, her hurried footsteps echoing down the hospital corridor.

"I…" Lucas opened his mouth, but no words came out. "I’m sorry, Alyssa. This isn’t—"

"No, I’m the one at fault!" Alyssa cut him off, her voice panicked. She pulled away from Lucas’s arms, lowering her head in shame. "I’m a terrible doctor. That was your wife. She must be furious. I… I’m so ashamed."

Her hands trembled as she awkwardly adjusted her clothes. Without waiting for Lucas’s response, Alyssa quickly ran out, leaving the room in turmoil.

Now, Lucas was alone.

He stood frozen, staring at the tightly closed door. His head felt heavy. His chest tightened. Something was wrong, but he didn’t know what.

Shouldn’t he be happy? Wasn’t this what he wanted all along?

He had gained everything—money, health, and strength. No more weak, wounded body like before. His legs could even move freely without crutches. Yet, why did an emptiness gnaw at his heart?

His eyes shifted to the monitor beside his bed. Immediately, a bold system message appeared:

[You are moving further away from your main goal—repairing your relationship with your wife and child, Lucas!]

Lucas clenched his fists tightly. "This damn system… It’s a trap."

This system had given him everything—money, health, power—but it was also pulling him away from the goal he was supposed to achieve. And if this continued, he would never return to his original body as Ethan.

"What should I do?"