diff --git a/AI_RULES.md b/AI_RULES.md
index 99cd06d7..1021a544 100644
--- a/AI_RULES.md
+++ b/AI_RULES.md
@@ -46,8 +46,8 @@ For technical architecture, data models, and stack details, refer to [PROJECT_AR
 - **`save-version`**: When the user triggers this command, the AI MUST:
   1. Increment the patch version in `VERSION.json`.
   2. Stage all current changes (`git add .`).
-  3. Commit changes with message `Build [v.X.Y.Z]`.
-  4. Create a new branch named `v.X.Y.Z` from the current state.
+  3. Commit changes with message `Build [vX.Y.Z]`.
+  4. Create a new branch named `vX.Y.Z` from the current state.
   5. Generate a production bundle ZIP (calls `./export_prod.sh`).
   6. Stay on the current branch (`dev`).
   - *Implementation*: Use `python3 scripts/save_version.py` to ensure consistency.