Jin sat in his room, the quiet hum of the fan the only sound as he stared at his laptop. It had been a long day, the kind that left his mind spinning with ideas and plans. His trading skills had improved, though the results were still modest. The recent wins were significant, but they didn't come without their struggles. The system had rewarded him with a small bonus and an upgraded version of his Chart Pattern Reading ability, which was already proving useful.
Trading isn't just about luck or instinct, he reminded himself as he scanned through the charts, analyzing price movements for his next potential trade. It's a game of patience and precision.
His system's interface blinked as it prompted a new task.
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SYSTEM TASK:
New Skill Progression: Leverage Control
Task: Execute two trades using leverage, with at least 20% profit margin. This task will unlock a higher tier of control, reducing risk and increasing rewards.
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Jin leaned back, tapping his fingers against the desk. Leverage—he had used it before, but the idea of risking more was always intimidating. He could easily push his trades to the next level, but it was a double-edged sword. Mistakes with leverage could be costly.
After a deep breath, Jin went over his most recent trading notes. The Market Psychology Insight skill had helped him notice a trend in how investors were reacting to small dips in the market. He'd already made a few profitable trades based on this understanding, but now he had to apply it in a more precise manner with leverage.
Before executing the trade, he called his family for dinner. They were all sitting together in the small living room, chatting and laughing about his younger brother's latest antics. Jin's mother, seeing his quiet demeanor, asked, "Are you okay, Jin? You've been pretty serious lately."
Jin smiled softly, not wanting to give away too much. "I'm fine, Mom. Just thinking about some things."
Dinner was a small but cherished moment of normalcy in his hectic life. He kept his phone on silent while they ate, then excused himself early to continue his work.
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Back in his room, Jin took a deep breath, looking over the market trends one more time. The leverage trade was set. He hit the button to execute, adjusting his position carefully. His heart raced as the numbers danced on the screen, but he held his breath, trusting his analysis.
The next few minutes felt like hours. Jin's fingers hovered over the mouse, ready to pull the trigger if anything went wrong. But as he watched the market move, his analysis proved correct. The trade gained momentum, and the profit margin increased steadily. He closed the position once the target was met, letting out a small sigh of relief.
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Trade Success:
Profit: 25%
Risk: Managed
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A small notification flashed in front of him. His Leverage Control skill had unlocked. It was a significant milestone, but not one he was going to celebrate loudly. Instead, Jin focused on the quiet thrill of knowing that he was gaining control over his future—one calculated step at a time.
Just then, his phone buzzed, a message from Calix.
Calix: Hey, are we still on for the weekend? I heard the resort's coming along nicely. Can't wait to check it out!
Jin smiled, his fingers hesitating over the screen before typing back, Yeah, it's looking good. I'll let you know the details soon.
He felt a familiar tension building in his chest. The resort was progressing. The renovations were almost done. He'd kept it quiet from everyone, but soon, they would know. Jin was excited about the project, but he couldn't shake the thought that it would change the dynamics with his friends—especially when they found out he had used his system-earned wealth to fund it.
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The rest of the week passed by in a blur. Jin continued his routine: school, trading, family time, and checking in on his investments. Each step he took was smaller than the last, but they were all adding up. His investment portfolio was slowly expanding, and the resort property was nearing its final stages of renovation.
One afternoon, as he was reviewing his latest trade results, his phone buzzed again. It was from Yssa.
Yssa: Jin, I know you're busy, but I wanted to ask you something about trading. You've been doing well, huh?
Jin frowned at the message. He knew she was curious—she'd always been sharp, but she had no idea how much he had actually earned.
He quickly typed back, I'm just figuring things out. Don't worry about it.
He hit send and sat back in his chair, the weight of the secret pressing down on him. No one could know about his wealth, not yet. It was part of the plan. He needed to stay in the shadows, perfecting his craft and expanding quietly. But he also needed to be cautious. Once they found out about his trading, things would never be the same.
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As the sun set and the evening grew quiet, Jin stood up and stretched. He'd had a productive day, but his thoughts kept drifting back to the same question: How much longer could he keep this secret?
The next few months would be pivotal. He had already made significant progress, but the next phase of his journey would require more than just small wins. He needed to think bigger—about his family, his future, and his legacy.
End of Chapter 34