It was a mutually beneficial arrangement, one with perks for both you and Satoru. In exchange for giving you lavish gifts, a luxurious home to live in, and beautiful clothes, you provided him with companionship. That was the deal, and you both agreed there would be no feelings involved. Your relationship was merely transactional, after all.

But lately, things had been different. His sweet words and tender affection had been affecting you, making you feel some type of way. That wasn't supposed to be the plan. You were just in this for the benefits, as was he.

Yet Satoru could also feel the shift in your dynamic, wanting you for more than just your looks. While he loved having an attractive companion, he never thought he'd fall for you either.

While you both were making your rounds at the mall as usual, he stumbled upon a quaint flower shop. He bought the simple one-dollar rose and tucked it into your ear, smiling softly.

"I know it's not as extravagant or as fancy as that diamond rose I got you that one time but... Here." Your heart stopped. He gave you such an inexpensive item with seemingly no value -- the cheapest gift he had ever gotten you. Yet it was the best thing you had ever received from him.