NOVEL WEB Chapter 6: The Landlord is Sixteen?!
[You have received a new property! You are now the owner of your apartment building. You will receive monthly revenue from tenants and live rent-free.]
Now that's what I'm talking about! Your boy just became a king!
While celebrating his new status, several documents materialized in Akira's hands, confirming his ownership of the building.
[Don't worry about liability or responsibilities. The system will handle everything. You just focus on improving yourself.]
"Thanks, system. You really are a lifesaver."
Things were finally looking up. Maybe... just maybe, this new life was meant to work out. Maybe he could overcome his issues this time.
But wait—back to the building. I'm the owner now? How much does this place make?
[This building has 8 floors, with 6 apartments on each. Monthly rent is ¥300,000. After maintenance and staff costs, your net income is ¥10,000,000.]
"Ten... million?! Goodbye financial struggles! Now I can live in luxury! Women! Booze! Dr—"
[Stop. You wouldn't dare do any of that.]
"Tsk. Don't ruin my vibe, system!"
Still, that's a lot for a sixteen-year-old. But why stop here? Let's aim for ten times more!
[Ambition is good. But don't lose sight of what matters.]
"Got it. Now with that good news, sleeping tonight will be a breeze."
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The next morning, Akira woke up with a smile on his face. The sun looked brighter. The walls looked prettier.
"So this is what being rich feels like? Everything's beautiful!"
Still grinning, he headed to the kitchen and made a quick breakfast.
"This tastes better every day. Not even close to school food… let alone Mahiru's. Hers was perfect yesterday."
[Cooking – Level 2.]
"Slowly but surely, I'm getting better."
After eating, he did his usual morning workout. A short jog, a few stretches…
[Physical Conditioning – Level 2.]
"This is getting better and better, baby!"
Just as he was returning home, he saw Mahiru again—this time entering her apartment.
'No running away this time!'
Hesitant but determined, Akira took the first step—without even needing a push from the system!
"G-good morning, Shiina-san."
Caught off guard, she smiled back.
"Good morning, Kurosawa-san."
[Congratulations. You're growing.]
That was it. Just a small greeting. But a huge step for Akira.
[Mission: Improve Yourself! – Talk to someone at school. – Make a friend. Reward: ???]
"Wait, what?! This is escalating way too fast!"
[You can do it.]
"Talk to someone, sure… but make a friend? That might kill me!"
[Don't say that. You already have someone who could become your friend: your neighbor.]
"Fair point… but still, it's a lot."
[Put in the effort and you'll see the rewards. Trust me.]
"You're not just a system. You're my dad, my mom… my bro! Thanks for having my back."
Maybe… just maybe… this time I'll get it right.