I Suddenly Became Rich, But I Have No Idea How to Spend the Money

The store we arrived at was the John Lobb Marunouchi boutique.

“J-John Lobb… Even I know this is the top-tier shoemaker…”

Yuki-director reassured me, saying it was fine, fine, as she stepped inside.

“Oh my, welcome, Yuki-sama. And today, you’re not with your father but have brought along a fine gentleman.”

Once again, Hitomi seemed on familiar terms with the staff.

“That’s right. Please turn him into a first-class gentleman.”

There it was again—her polished, outward-facing smile.
She really was something else.

“I see! Then I’ll put all my skills into crafting the perfect shoes for him!

Now then, let’s get started!”

With that, the store attendant immediately went to take off my shoes and began measuring my size.

All I could do was reply, “Thank you,” with all my might.

In the end, I bought four pairs of shoes at John Lobb.

The first was the “Philip,” a classic black oxford for my tuxedo.
Next, the “Lopez,” a pair of summer loafers.
Then, the “William 2” monk strap.
And finally, the boot version of the “William 2.”

Later, I learned that the proper footwear for a tuxedo is actually opera pumps.
To whoever told me that—thanks.

Each purchase at these stores exceeded a million yen, but I still felt like I’d made some truly worthwhile investments.

“Up until now, I’d thought splurging on KURO denim and Nike sneakers was the height of luxury.”

By the time we returned to the hotel, it was already around 9 PM.

We requested dinner at the front desk, and after getting to our room, the food arrived shortly after.
As we began eating, I took a moment to express my gratitude to Hitomi.

“Today was a fantastic shopping day. Thanks, Hitomi.”

“Come to think of it, we spent about the same as your Lexus in just one day, huh?

I might’ve dragged you around a bit too much… I should reflect on that.

So, as an apology—well, actually, just because—I have a present for you!”

Saying that, Hitomi handed me a paper bag.

“You really don’t have to…

I mean, I was the one who wanted to go shopping, and you just tagged along.”

“Oh, come on. Just open it. Look.”

I took the bag from her and pulled out a box inside.

Inside were five ties.

“M-Marinella ties…!!

Wait, what? No way… Are you serious?”

“Totally serious.

Also, you really know your brands, don’t you?

I realized I’d never actually given you a gift before, and since you were buying suits, I thought this would be the perfect way to commemorate it.”

Hitomi laughed with pure delight as I stood there, stunned by the unexpected luxury gift.

Let me explain—Marinella is one of the world’s top-tier tie brands, counted among the “Big Three” of neckties worldwide.
Their price range starts in the high 20,000 yen range and goes up to the high 30,000s.

The ties she gave me would perfectly match the suits I’d bought today.

Thinking back, when we went to Dunhill’s salon, she had probably already planned all of this.
It was as if she had orchestrated the whole thing from the very beginning.

As expected of a top-class director with impeccable decision-making.

But just letting her have her way isn’t fun.
It’s time for me to strike back.

“Actually, I have a present for you too.”

“Huh? Really? Yay!”

Hitomi still wore her confident smile.

But when I pulled out a green shopping bag containing the gift, that smile froze in place.

“N-No way.”

“Oh yes. Exactly what you’re thinking. Now we match.”

I pulled out a Rolex bag.

With trembling hands, Hitomi took out the watch and murmured,

“M-My dream watch… A Lady-Datejust 28 in pink gold…”

“You always looked at my Rolex and said, ‘That’s so nice,’ so I figured I’d get one for you.

I actually wanted matching watches, but my Day-Date doesn’t have a women’s model.

So I searched for something that would suit you and bought this on the spot.”

Some women do wear the Day-Date as it is, but I felt like it wasn’t quite the right fit for Hitomi.
That’s why I chose the ladies’ model instead.

I bought it the moment I found it, planning to give it to her when the timing was right.

Whether or not you can find one in stock is purely a matter of luck.
The fact that I got it in time for this trip was nothing short of a miracle.

“It must’ve been expensive… Is it really okay for me to accept something like this…?”

“Well, it wasn’t cheap.

But in your family, Rolexes aren’t exactly rare, right?”

“Actually, I usually wear a Seiko.

My family told me they’d buy me one if I ever truly understood its value and needed it…

But when I started university, I got an Audi instead…”

Oh yeah, that’s right.
Hitomi drives an Audi.
She’s bourgeois, through and through.

“…Ahh, that Audi.

Well, as long as you’re happy!

I actually measured your wrist size in secret before buying it, so it should fit you perfectly right now.”

“Oh, wow!

It really does!

Amazing! This is amazing!

Seriously, just—amazing!”

Seeing her so happy made me feel like I really pulled this off.

“I’ll have to find another chance to surprise her with a gift again.”

My counterattack was a complete success, and I was thoroughly satisfied.

Kirishima smirked, satisfied with his revenge.

Yuki was so overwhelmed with joy that she lost all ability to form proper sentences.

And so, the two of them spent the rest of the night in a state of uncontrollable excitement.