Idle Money System

Sitting cross-legged on his bed, Alexander was completely unaware that hours had passed. The sunlight streaming through the window illuminated his face, gradually waking him up and making his eyes widen.

Then, a strong odor hit his nose once more remembering something bad. "Not again," Alexander sighed in dismay.

He hurried to the bathroom and took a long bath, scrubbing every inch of his body. Once he was done, he wrapped a towel around his lower half and approached the mirror.

Just as he was about to leave, he paused and glanced at his reflection.

He looked at himself in the mirror and was stunned. His face was the same, but he felt as if his charm had increased. He radiated an otherworldly aura that surpassed even those from families who had trained and honed themselves for years.

Self-reflection had never held much importance for Alexander, but today was different. Standing before the mirror, he felt something had changed. His face, once familiar, now held an undeniable magnetism.

His black hair, which normally fell casually over his brow, seemed fuller, with a healthy sheen that caught the light perfectly. His blue eyes, once just sharp, now carried a depth that seemed to pull anyone in, as if they could see through souls.

His skin was smoother, radiating a subtle glow that made him look almost untouched by the harshness of life.

His features, while still the same with his tall, bridged nose and chiseled jawline had become more refined, more sculpted, as if an artist had subtly perfected them overnight.

The slight imperfections that once made him handsome had faded, leaving behind a flawless appearance. His muscles, toned but once understated, now seemed more defined, their lines accentuated in a way that made him seem powerful without effort.

It wasn't just his physical appearance that had transformed. There was something intangible in his presence, an aura that radiated from him. It was as though the air around him had shifted, making him seem not just handsome, but untouchable like a celestial being in human form.

Alexander Ashbourne had become a man who could command attention without saying a word, and the reflection in the mirror only confirmed it.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

"This—what the hell happened? This is just bringing trouble to myself," Alexander said angrily, staring at his current appearance.

"System, what happened? Why do I look different than yesterday?" he asked, anxiety creeping into his voice.

[You don't need to panic or feel troubled, Host. Be happy that you've become more handsome! The reason for this change is because of the 'Vital Draw Technique.' It gradually removes impurities from your body, resulting in your final appearance,]

The system explained the process behind Alexander's transformation. Still unsatisfied, Alexander pressed on. "But when I leveled up, didn't I already cleanse myself? Why did this happen again?"

[Host, leveling up and channeling energy throughout your body are not the same. When you leveled up, it only cleansed you a little, its main function is to increase your stats, not to remove all the impurities. However, channeling energy flows through every inch of your body, from top to bottom, releasing it through your skin, which led to your current situation.]

[Do you understand now?]

The system finished speaking, Alexander then finally let go and nodded his head. Having a good appearance will be a trouble for him.

[Also, you should check your current status you will be surprised]

Alexander hearing this was curious, so he quickly opened his stats. Suddenly a panel showing his status appeared.

[Status

Experience: 8/300

Name: Alexander

Free Points: 4

Title: None

Level: 4

Strength: 19

Speed: 17

Defense: 18

Charisma: 10 {MAX}

Earnings: 26,400 Pesos

Balance: 32,168 Pesos

Skills: {Heart Of Stone[UN]}

Techniques: {Serpents Coil}, {Vital Draw Technique}]

Alexander was surprised to realize that his strength had rapidly increased just by absorbing energy from the surrounding area. He couldn't help but nod, feeling that his recent purchases weren't actually worthless after all.

Once he processed everything, he decided to put on some clothes. Since it was Saturday, he had nothing else planned, so he wasted no time in practicing his skills. He began to circulate the 'Vital Draw Technique' and dove into his training.

Outside, in a hospital ward far from Alexander, there was a guy with red hair. His arms were bandaged, and he even had some bandages wrapped around his torso beneath his clothes.

His face was swollen, resembling a broken doll, as he glanced at the man standing beside him. The man, who was about 155 cm tall, wore a black suit and had a burn mark on the side of his face.

"Did you investigate the kid's background?"

He looked ruthless, exuding a mafia-like aura as he faced one of his followers behind him. His totally different from any other thugs, since he looks more experienced and commanding.

The thin assistant, holding a suitcase, quickly replied, "Yes, the kid's name seems to be Alexander Ashbourne. According to the file, he's an orphan with no connections. The only reason he was released from the charges is that Valentine from the Lancaster family was involved."

Hearing this, the man sneered, madness flickering in his eyes. "That bitch from the Lancaster has no power or connections. I suppose Benjamin interfered to protect the kid," he said, his voice laced with fury.

The man behind him nodded his head in agreement, he also know that Valentine did not have those strong connections, "So should we stop pursuing this matter boss? Since Benjamin would retaliate because he was already involving his self"

"Stop?" His eyes glint with a ferocious smile.

"Who's afraid of who? We're going to get our revenge also Benjamin is not even that influential, he only had money while we have fighting power. Tomorrow let's show him that 'Black Serpent Gang' is not a gang that cannot be mess with." The man in the black suite said.

The patient hearing this was delighted, "Dad if you captured that kid, please don't kill him. I'll torture him slowly and then kill him" The red haired patient smiled with cruelty.

The person is none other than James the one who Alex had beaten into a pulp, the person in front of him is his father. The current leader of the Black Serpent Gang, his a person that is known for his cruelty in the underworld.

Making him feared by many, he does not let go or ignore any kind of grudge that involved their gang reputation especially if it's his family reputation is on the line.

"Don't worry son I'll let you torture that kid" The man spoked with a scoff not really putting Alexander in his sight.

"But dad he was really strong, even when I bring my buddies armed with weapons, we were no match for him" James spoked, fully irritated on why they still lost.

His father smiled and replied full of confidence, "Just rest because that's up to me if he really had that ability."

Hearing his father words James was full of confidence, since he knows how scheming his father is. He know exactly that kid fate is finally doomed now.

"This is what you get for offending me" he said inwardly, with his eyes red with ferocity.

The man heard in the report that the kid was really strong and even beat up many of his gangs, but they were only at the lower echelon, and also can he dodge guns? I don't think so.

The man then left the ward, accompanied by the guy with the suitcase. Exiting the hospital they got inside into a black sedan car, as the engine roared, they left the place.

Back in his apartment, Alexander was blissfully unaware that trouble was approaching. Feeling energetic, he stood up and decided it was time to leave. After cultivating for about six hours, he glanced at the clock and saw it was now 11.

Surprisingly, he didn't feel any sweat instead, he experienced a refreshing sensation with every practice session, almost like being surrounded by snowflakes. It was a bit exaggerated, but it felt close to that.

His stats had even increased slightly, boosting his mood. This time, he opted for a pair of shorts and a simple T-shirt before heading out.

He was just there to sign some papers and leaved, why need to bother wearing formal dress since he can just sleep there after the signing was finished.

He then went out his room and got out of the apartment. Glancing at the time in his phone, he know that his still not late. After calling a taxi he went inside and said to the driver.

"To 'Summer Heights' Uncle" he spoked.

"Sure, kid buckle up your seatbelts" he said as he drives through the road.

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