> [Ding, system upgraded to Level 2 successfully.]
> [Following feature added at Level 1:]
[From now on, the host can draw two talents at the start of each simulation and choose one to carry forward.]
> [Following feature added at Level 2:]
[The host is guaranteed to draw at least one green-grade talent in every simulation.]
Lin Chen's lips curved in satisfaction.
In his last simulation, he had been forced to carry the Esport Wizard talent simply because there had been no better option. But now, with the simulator upgraded, he could at least ensure a more useful choice every time.
This will make things much smoother.
A low growl… growl… came from his stomach. The excitement of the upgrade had only sharpened his hunger.
After a moment of thought, he left his small home and headed toward a modest restaurant he frequented. Even with coins to spare, his cautious nature kept him from drawing attention. In a world like this, flashing wealth was a quick way to court death.
So, instead of feasting, he ordered his usual simple dish—just a slightly larger portion than normal. He didn't eat his fill. That could wait until tomorrow.
Finishing the modest meal, he made his way back to his humble residence and sat cross-legged. His eyes focused. It was time.
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> [Consuming 1 silver coin. Remaining balance: 2,236 silver, 85 gold.]
> [Ding! Simulation begins. Talents are being drawn…]
> [Please choose one of the following:]
[Olympics Champion (Green): Your flexibility and stamina are doubled. Martial arts techniques will take far less time to master.]
[Runner (White): When fleeing, your speed increases slightly.]
Lin Chen barely glanced at the second option. Green-grade. Obviously. He chose Olympics Champion without hesitation.
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[On the first day, you feel more energetic than your usual self outside the simulator. In hand-to-hand combat, you could easily defeat your real body.]
Outside the simulation, Lin Chen rubbed his chin. "...I was mentally prepared for my simulated self to be better than me, but still…"
[After much thought, you decide to once again join the White Tiger Gang, determined to uncover the plans of your life-bound enemies.]
[You enter through Wang Shen's recommendation and obtain the Ten Tiger Fist.]
[In the 5th month, you reach the peak of the Body-Refining Realm and perfect Ten Tiger Fist. You begin practicing Vajra Palm.]
[In the 6th month, you win the Inner Hall Competition with ease, pushing Vajra Palm to minor success.]
[This time, instead of following your old path, you select a martial art you hadn't learned before—an earth-attributed technique called Hard as Rock. When perfected, your defense will rise exponentially.]
[Upon practicing, you notice the technique progresses far more smoothly than others. You credit this to your Earth Spiritual Root.]
[In the 7th month, you break through to the Blood-Refining Realm. Hard as Rock reaches minor success, while Vajra Palm reaches major success.]
[In the 10th month, through diligence and better resources, you break through to the late stage of Blood-Refining earlier than in your previous simulation.]
[As before, you encounter Xu Raoshen. This time, you are directly appointed an elder without needing another breakthrough.]
[In the first year, both Hard as Rock and Vajra Palm are perfected. Your cultivation reaches the peak of Blood-Refining.]
[In the 4th month of the first year, you break through to the Bone-Strengthening Realm. Xu Raoshen appoints you the fourth main elder of the gang.]
[In the second year, your exceptional talent and position as elder grant you abundant resources. You reach the late stage of Bone-Strengthening within eight months. Your wealth in silver, gold, and rare materials far exceeds the last simulation—likely because you became elder earlier.]
[That same month, Xu Raoshen summons you.]
[This time, before leaving, you remove the pendant from around your neck and hide it beneath your pillow.]
[Arriving at the main hall, you find the scene exactly as in your last run: a young man sits in the gang leader's chair, radiating quiet authority.]
[You step inside, ready to hear the reason for his visit.]