Harem Investment System: Getting Money And Women-Chapter 190: Museum Date

Vanessa instantly shut up, her heartbeat spiking for reasons she didn't want to acknowledge.

Ethan grinned before dropping his hand, unlocking the Porsche with a beep.

"Come on," he said, opening the door for her.

She slid into the passenger seat, still flustered, as he moved around to get in himself.

The engine purred to life, and soon, they were pulling out of the driveway and heading off.

Vanessa crossed her arms, trying to maintain her composure as she stared out the window.

'A surprise date, huh?'

She wasn't sure if she was excited or terrified.

Ethan let out a small chuckle as he swerved past another car on the road, his smooth driving making Vanessa glance at him with slight concern.

"Were you up all night practicing how to drive like this?" She teased, resting her elbow on the car door while watching the city blur past.

He smirked but kept his eyes on the road.

"No, I was up late thinking about our date today," He admitted casually. His voice held a certain warmth, but he didn't elaborate further.

Vanessa raised an eyebrow, turning fully toward him. "Oh? And what exactly are we doing today?"

Ethan simply raised a hand and tapped her lightly on the lips with his index finger. "That, my dear Vanessa, is a surprise."

She narrowed her eyes playfully and crossed her arms. "You know I hate surprises, right?"

"That's exactly why I planned one," Ethan shot back with a smirk before smoothly pulling the car into a turn.

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The drive continued in a comfortable silence for a while, Vanessa sneaking glances at him every so often.

She wasn't sure why, but something about today felt… different. Maybe it was the way Ethan had been acting since the morning had begun, it was certainly strange a bit.

Before long, he finally slowed the Porsche down, smoothly pulling up in front of a grand museum.

It was an architectural beauty, its towering pillars and intricate carvings giving off an air of sophistication.

The entrance doors gleamed in the sunlight, and a well-dressed museum curator was already standing outside, waiting for them.

Vanessa blinked. "A museum?"

Ethan turned to her, gauging her reaction. "Yeah. Thought we'd start the day off with a little culture before moving on to the fun stuff."

She wasn't sure how to respond.

It wasn't like she hated museums, but it definitely wasn't the type of place she expected Ethan to take her on a date. "I mean… sure, I guess?"

"Don't sound too excited now," Ethan teased as he stepped out of the car. He quickly moved to her side and opened the door for her, offering his hand.

Vanessa hesitated for a second before taking it. "I just didn't think you were the museum type."

Ethan let out a small laugh. "I'm not. But I figured, why not? If nothing else, at least we can make fun of some of the paintings."

Vanessa finally cracked a smile. "Alright, deal."

The curator, a middle-aged man with glasses and a professional air, greeted them with a polite nod. "Mr. Ethan Grey, welcome. We've arranged a private tour for you and your guest. Shall we begin?"

Ethan gestured forward. "Lead the way."

They stepped into the museum, and Vanessa was instantly struck by how quiet it was inside. The air was cool, and the lighting was dim, allowing the soft glow from various exhibit lights to highlight paintings, sculptures, and ancient artifacts.

The high ceilings made everything feel grander, almost as if they had stepped into another world.

As they walked, the curator began explaining various exhibits, talking about historical events, artistic techniques, and the significance of different pieces.

Ethan listened with mild interest, occasionally nodding, while Vanessa found herself observing his reactions more than the actual artwork.

"You know," Vanessa whispered as they stood before a particularly dramatic painting of a battlefield, "I never thought I'd see the day Ethan Grey willingly walked into a museum."

Ethan chuckled, slipping his hands into his pockets. "There's a first time for everything."

Vanessa smirked. "So what's the real reason? Did you lose a bet?"

"Not everything has to be about winning and losing, you know," Ethan replied with a grin. "Sometimes, I just want to do something different."

She looked at him for a long moment before shaking her head. "You're so weird."

"Sometimes weird is better," Ethan shot back.

Vanessa rolled her eyes but didn't argue.

As they continued the tour, they reached a section of the museum dedicated to ancient civilizations.

A large, glass-encased exhibit displayed an old suit of armor, beautifully preserved with engravings of a long-forgotten kingdom.

Vanessa stopped in front of it, admiring the craftsmanship.

"It's beautiful," she murmured.

Ethan stood beside her, observing the details. "Yeah. Imagine wearing that into battle."

Vanessa smirked. "You'd look ridiculous."

He scoffed. "I'd look like a warrior."

"You'd look like a knight who got lost on his way to the Renaissance fair," she teased.

Ethan placed a hand over his heart in mock offense. "Ouch. That one hurt."

Vanessa laughed softly, the sound light and genuine. She had to admit — this wasn't so bad. Maybe Ethan had been right to bring her here.

The tour wrapped up about an hour later, and as they exited the museum, the late afternoon sun was already casting golden hues over the city.

Ethan stretched his arms above his head and let out a satisfied sigh. "Alright, now that we've had our share of culture, let's move on to part two of the date."

Vanessa tilted her head. "There's a part two?"

Ethan smirked as he unlocked the car. "Of course. You didn't think I'd let the day end with just a museum, did you?"

She slid into the passenger seat, her curiosity piqued. "Okay, fine. Where to now?"

"You'll see," Ethan replied, revving up the engine.

As they sped off, Vanessa couldn't shake the feeling of excitement bubbling up inside her. Whatever Ethan had planned next, she had a feeling it was going to be something she'd actually love.

And she wasn't wrong.

Because, as the car pulled up to an exclusive racetrack, Vanessa's eyes widened in disbelief.

"Wait… is this…?"

Ethan grinned. "Welcome to the track. Thought I'd let you have some real fun."

Vanessa's heart skipped a beat.