Chapter 122: Rewards
Finally, when the clock struck five in the morning, on a Tuesday, he made his decision, he would quit his job.
Money was no longer a concern, and he had already repaid his boss for taking him in during difficult times.
At least with that thought, he wouldn't feel any guilt. He opened his status to check how much he had earned.
[From the earnings generator, you have earned 44,700 Pesos in 11h:10m.34s]
[Balance: 1,481,981 Pesos]
Then another notification began to grow and minimize within the system interface. Clicking on it, a new panel appeared before his eyes.
[Your Expedition Mode was done]
Clicking the panel, he saw a miniature version of himself suddenly stop walking. Just ahead, there was a glowing button labeled Click Me.
The moment he pressed it, a large chest materialized on the screen of the panel, it was shining brilliantly with radiant light.
[After 1 day, you have harvested: 37% in return, Aeges Wind Ring(Middle-Grade), Fireball Talisman(Low-Grade), and a Bugatti Centodieci]
[With 1 million pesos as the collateral for your expedition, you have earned a 37% return, bringing your total to 1,370,000 pesos.]
Seeing that his balance had increased again, and noticing several other loot items displayed, he decided to check the first one that caught his eye.
[Item: Aeges Wind Ring
Grade: Middle Grade
Description: A Jade Ring etched with etched Runes.
Effects: Activates a burst of wind that acts as a barrier to block attacks.
Additional Effects: Whispers faintly when danger is close.
Note: It has a usage limit, and once its energy is depleted, it requires 10 hours to recover. However, injecting Aether Energy can significantly accelerate the recovery process.]
Seeing the effects, he nodded in approval, this was a good item. If he gave it to Aerolia, Anya, and the others, it would help keep them safe from danger.
As for himself, he was already far too strong in the current world. Even if he tried to use it, it would be of little value.
If he were to fight someone equal to or stronger than him, the item would likely just break under the pressure.
But what truly caught his interest were the item's additional effects.
Even though he already had a strong sense for danger, having something like this could further enhance his performance in critical moments.
Shaking his head, he decided to move on to the next item.
He knew that as he continued undertaking expeditions, this particular item would be harvested regularly, making it less urgent to focus on now.
[Item: Fireball Talisman
Grade: Low Grade
Description: A paper talisman inscribed with basic fire runes.
Effect: Unleashes a small fireball upon activation, dealing minor fire damage within a short radius. Effective against both living beings and spirits, dealing double damage to the latter.
Note: Single Use Item]
Looking at the effects and the talisman in his inventory, he began to wonder just how powerful a low-grade talisman could be.
But after thinking it over for a moment, he dismissed the thought, assuming it wasn't particularly strong after all, it was only low grade.
Lastly came the final loot. His eyes lit up as he looked at the holographic image of a car floating in front of him.
Even though he had only limited knowledge about cars, that didn't mean he disliked them. After all, who wouldn't be happy to own one?
[Vehicles: Bugatti Centodieci
Description: Just a car.
Notes: Currently in the garage]
Alexander was filled with excitement, but he stopped himself from rushing to check the car in his garage.
"I should just do a test drive later," he said calmly.
After that, he closed the system and picked up his phone to pass the time. After everything that had happened, it felt like the right moment to relax.
He opened TikTok, a social media platform filled with countless videos, ready to unwind and let his mind drift for a while.
After scrolling and watching several videos, his attention was caught by a clip of a cat spinning and singing repeatedly.
He stared at the screen, eyes narrowing slightly as he noticed the number of hearts: 1.7 million.
"How did this even reach 1.7 million likes? It's just a cat spinning and singing," he thought, genuinely confused.
It was strange. The cat was clearly edited, endlessly twirling and singing a repetitive tune.
It wasn't exactly annoying, but for the likes to reach that level it left him speechless.
It did have a certain charm to it. "The internet is really a weird place," he uttered under his breath.
As he continued watching and passing the time, the clock finally struck six in the morning. He decided it was time to head in early and formally file his resignation.
He took a quick bath to freshen up, then changed into clean clothes. After getting ready, Alexander stepped out of his room and went to check on the other two
As he walked down the hallway, he arrived outside the door and slid it open slightly.
Peeking his head in, he saw the two of them sound asleep, clearly enjoying the most peaceful rest.
Seeing the calm and content expressions on their faces, he smiled softly and gently closed the door without a sound.
He then headed outside, deciding it was time to check out the car he had won from the system.
Making his way to the garage, he began inspecting each one. After checking five garages and still finding nothing, he grew tired and finally asked the system for help.
"What garage did you place the car in, system?"
[In the 20th room]
"What? Why did you place it there? Couldn't you have just put it in the first room? Why go all the way to the last one?" Alexander asked, clearly annoyed and looking for an explanation.
[That would be less challenging if I did that.]
Alexander wasn't even sure whether to get angry or just give up. With no outlet for his frustration, he could only sigh, feeling depressed.
Eventually, he found himself standing in front of the 20th garage door. He pressed the button slowly, and with a soft mechanical hiss, the gate began to rise revealing what waited inside.
And there it was.
Bathed in soft white lighting, the Bugatti Centodieci looked less like a car and more like a sculpted work of art.
The Bugatti Centodieci sat low and wide, its glacier-white body gleaming like polished marble.
Sharp LED headlights and the signature horseshoe grille gave it a fierce, predatory look. Five circular side intakes, like a jet's, added a futuristic edge.
At the back, a red LED strip, fixed wing, and quad exhausts hinted at the raw power.
"This car looks so amazing," Alexander growled.
Even though he was not a car fanatic, he was greatly dazzled since the car seemed to be very expensive.
He then touched the car with his hands, feeling the sleek exterior.
"So smooth," Alexander exclaimed.
He opened the door and slipped inside. The moment he sat down, his eyes wandered across the cabin and for a second, he forgot to breathe.
The interior was a masterpiece of modern craftsmanship. Premium leather seats, stitched with a hexagonal pattern, hugged his body perfectly.
The dashboard was clean and minimal, yet high-tech, with a sleek digital display that curved toward the driver like a cockpit interface.
Cool ambient lighting traced along the doors and footwell, casting a soft futuristic glow throughout the interior.
The steering wheel, flat-bottomed and wrapped in Alcantara, looked and felt like it had been taken straight from a high-end race car.
Even the pedals were metallic, textured perfectly for maximum grip. Every detail screamed luxury.
Then his eyes landed on the keys resting on the front passenger seat, along with an envelope containing the ownership documents.
With that, he started the car, eager to take it for a spin.
The Bugatti roared to life, its engine unleashing a deep, wild growl that echoed through the garage. Without hesitation, he drove off.
As he reached the front gate, Andre Bon and Lewis caught sight of the sports car, their jaws practically dropping.
The sleek design and powerful presence left them in awe, it looked nothing short of extraordinary.
Realizing it was their boss behind the wheel, they quickly opened the gate.
Alexander gave them a casual wave in greeting as he drove out and left Summit Heights behind.
ChatGPT said:
Lewis, still staring at the now-empty road, turned to Andre Bon and asked, "When did the young master get that car?"
Andre Bon simply shrugged, "I'm just as curious. It looked like it appeared out of thin air. But knowing the young master, this must be one of his personal means of transportation. Maybe he used helicopters or some kind of flying vehicle to bring it in without us even noticing."
"Good point," Andre Bon replied.