Not only did the Imperial Luxe Set include three bottles of the gold-label Ace of Spades, but it also came with a wide selection of other top-shelf liquors—more than enough for a party of a dozen people or more.
Thinking about that, Lina's impression of Zach instantly skyrocketed. She turned to her best friend beside her and said teasingly,
"Anya, you really hit the jackpot. First time at a club, and you get to see the Imperial Luxe in action. Shouldn't you thank our generous host?"
Anya, who had been quietly observing the club's atmosphere, caught the hint as Lina gave her a subtle wink. Her cheeks flushed pink, and she leaned in slightly toward Zach, saying in a soft, almost whisper-like voice,
"Th-thank you… Zach…"
Her voice was so gentle and the music in the bar so loud that, if not for her lips moving, Zach might not have caught what she said at all.
"You're welcome," Zach replied with a warm smile.
This best friend duo was turning out to be pretty entertaining—one was the fresh-faced, sweet-talking "green tea" type, while the other played the part of the shy, innocent girl.
Whether it was genuine or just part of the act didn't really matter. At the very least, their attitudes made Zach feel comfortable.
This was the kind of experience tailored for high-rollers. He was fine with spending money and letting others benefit—but only if they knew their role and played it well. Respect and flattery were part of the exchange.
Just then, Suzie noticed the two girls charming Zach with their sweet words and flirtatious smiles. A flicker of urgency passed through her. Without hesitation, she leaned in and wrapped her arm around Zach's, pouting playfully.
"Thank you, Mr. Zach. I've never had the chance to try the Imperial Luxe before… I must be really lucky tonight~"
Tsk-tsk.
She called him "Zach" when she walked in. Now it's Mr. Zach?
Zach could feel the pressure of her chest against his arm and turned to glance at her, smiling faintly.
"Really? Then make sure to drink plenty."
Suzie batted her lashes and giggled, deliberately teasing,
"Of course! I'll drink with you until you're satisfied tonight, Mr. Zach. Just don't regret it when we finish everything…"
"Oh? Sounds like someone's pretty confident in her tolerance," Zach chuckled. "Don't worry—there's plenty of booze tonight. We'll just order more if we run out."
Regret?
With the cashback perk from the [Sugar Daddy] privilege, Zach wanted nothing more than to spend more money.
If they ordered another Imperial Luxe Set, that'd be another $1.1 million in cashback. The last thing Zach was worried about was running out of drinks. Honestly, he was hoping they'd drink even faster.
Of course, Suzie didn't know any of that. In her eyes, the Imperial Luxe was already an elite-tier package.
She'd even wondered earlier whether this "Mr. Zach" would actually open the drinks or if it was all for show.
As someone well-versed in nightlife, Suzie had heard all the stories—some guys would order expensive bottles just for appearances, never actually touching them, just to bait girls into joining their table. Others would even rent bottles to pose with for clout.
So she'd been unsure what kind of guy Zach was.
But now? Not only was he letting them drink freely, he was ready to order more?
Just how rich is this guy?!
With that thought racing through her mind, Suzie's energy shifted instantly. She leaned harder into Zach's side, squeezing his arm affectionately and swaying with playful charm.
On the other side of the booth, Anya gently tugged on Lina's arm and asked in a quiet voice:
"Lina, what's the AuroraSip Set?"
"You don't know?"
Lina suddenly remembered—this really was Anya's first time in a club. She knew there'd be dancing and music, but she didn't understand anything about the spending culture in places like this.
"You've heard of Ace of Spades, right? It's in a bunch of movies. A single bottle of the gold-label costs $1,288 here at LUXE."
Lina leaned in, lowering her voice as she explained:
"The Elite Class Set is a luxury package built around several bottles of Ace of Spades. The cheapest one—the Royal Opulence—runs over $4,500. But Zach just ordered the most expensive one—the Imperial Luxe—which includes six bottles in different editions. That set costs $12,888!"
"Twelve thousand?"
Anya was stunned for a few seconds before blinking and asking again, almost in disbelief:
"Seriously? It's that expensive?!"
Her parents were both blue-collar workers, and their combined monthly income barely reached $1,500.
Plus, she was still in college, and her younger brother was in high school. Supporting two kids on that kind of income, her family had always lived frugally.
But now, Zach had just spent $12,888 on a few bottles of champagne—about as much as her parents made in an entire year.
Anya felt dizzy just thinking about it. Sitting on the plush leather sofa, she was overwhelmed.
Zach's casual swipe of the card had shaken her world to the core—it clashed violently with everything she had grown up understanding about money.
"Of course it's real," Lina confirmed with a slight nod. "This is the highest-tier bottle service they offer here. I've never even seen it until now."
Then, after a pause, Lina leaned over and whispered into Anya's ear:
"Anya, I told Zach earlier that you couldn't drink strong liquor, and then he ordered the Imperial Luxe Set. Maybe he's into you. You should take the initiative tonight."
Anya hesitated, clearly unsure, and stammered:
"Huh? I… I wouldn't even know how. You know I'm not good with alcohol…"
"Oh my god, don't be so dense. When I say take the initiative, I don't just mean with drinks."
Lina rolled her eyes, clearly exasperated.
"Think about it—Zach is loaded. He came in here and casually spent thousands like it was nothing. And he's gorgeous too. Where are you going to find another guy like that? Didn't you notice those two corporate girls at the next table? They're already eyeing him hard."
"If you let this kind of guy slip away, you might never find another one. You need to go for it. If you can land him as your boyfriend, your life could completely change."
Lina paused, then added with a smirk,
"But let's be clear—we're both in the running here. So, fair competition, alright? I'm not letting a guy like this slip past me either…"
Before she could finish her thought, the music inside the club suddenly picked up into a faster, more electrifying rhythm.
A group of girls in dazzling outfits entered the room, holding up neon-lit signs.
Everyone who frequented the nightlife scene recognized the oversized spade logo instantly—someone had just ordered the AuroraSip Set.
Every eye in the club turned to look.
The girls circled the venue with the glowing signs raised high as the DJ's booming voice rang out:
"Let's give it up for Mr. Zach at Booth 003 for opening the Imperial Luxe Set! Big thanks to Mr. Zach for showing such strong support for LUXE Bar! Let's hear it!"
As the DJ's voice faded, bursts of confetti rained from the ceiling, catching the pulsing lights and reflecting them in brilliant colors across the room.
A wave of cheers erupted from the crowd, and just like that, the atmosphere inside the bar exploded into a frenzy of energy.