4 Strength Skill level 15
Liu Yong woke up early in the morning to search for a job but soon found it was Saturday.
Many companies are closed on weekends, meaning his job search might have to wait until the following week.
After realising he could continue his job search by sending his resume to potential employers online, Liu Yong did just that.
He then planned to step out and grab a quick breakfast, but suddenly the phone rang before he could even start to eat the breakfast.
-Beep
-Beep
" Brother Yong, I'm here outside. Haven't you left yet? "
Liu Yong received a message through a phone call.
The person messaging Liu Yong was his best friend, Hu Shijun. They had known each other since their university days when they were classmates and even shared a dorm room. Despite their proximity, the relationship between them was weak.
Hu Shijun had reached out to Liu Yong via WeChat the day before, informing him that he planned to visit. Liu Yong didn't expect him to arrive so early, as it was only a little past eight.
" Okay, I'll wait for you at Fatty Li's food stall. "
Liu Yong messaged back to Hu Shijung.
As Liu Yong continued his conversation with Hu Shijun, he went down to Fatty Li's food stall, where he often ate breakfast. At this time, it was the busiest time for breakfast, with many people bustling around and a lively atmosphere.
The benefits of being a regular customer were evident, as the owner of the food stall warmly welcomed Liu Yong, calling him by his nickname, "Xiao Liu." The owner offered him a seat and promised to provide him with a clean table.
The food stall was doing very well, making it challenging for the average person to find a seat due to the high demand.
Liu Yong could secure a recently vacated table for two, which the owner promptly cleaned. He ordered himself and his guest,
" Uncle Li, I would like two bowls of porridge, two deep-fried dough sticks, a basket of steamed dumplings, and a basket of Xiaolongbao, please. "
The owner smiled and asked,
" This is for two people. Are you eating with a friend? "
" Yes, he should be here shortly, "
Liu Yong replied.
A few minutes later, Hu Shijun arrived—a tall and robust young man with an estimated height of over 1.8 meters.
" Brother Yong, you've already placed our order; that's great!. Well, How have you been? "
Hu Shijun said, getting straight to the point.
After asking, Hu Shijun sat down; he wasted no time and immediately started eating. He picked up the chopsticks, stuffed a small steamed bun into his mouth, and took big bites as he spoke.
With his mouth full of food, he asked Liu Yong once again,
" How have you been doing? "
" Brother, how is your work going? "
-Huh!
" I have yet to receive any leads, but I've been sending out my resume online. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for some good news shortly, "
Liu Yong said.
-Aww!
Hu Shijun was visibly concerned about Liu Yong.
After a moment of contemplation, Hu Shijun spoke up,
" It's tough for us graduates from third-tier universities to find a decent job, Brother Yong. If you continue to have trouble finding employment, it could become a real problem, "
Hu Shijun then pulled out an envelope from his pocket, which he had prepared beforehand. The envelope contained a total of 2000 yuan.
" Brother Yong, I was originally going to transfer the money through mobile payment app, but I know you wouldn't accept it. So instead, I've brought you this 2,000 yuan in envelope. You have to take it, "
Hu Shijun said as he pushed the envelope toward Liu Yong.
Suddenly, Liu Yong was a little moved.
Touched by the gesture, Liu Yong tried to decline the offer.
" I know your income isn't high, I still have more than 1,000 yuan, so I don't need your money for now, " Liu Yong said with hesitation and care for his friend.
" Brother Yong, take it. My job is pretty stable. I have no problems. Don't worry about me. "
Hu Shijun said, insisting Liu Yong take the money.
However, Liu Yong understood Hu Shijun was not wealthy, and what he gave to him was almost certainly his entire fortune.
Moreover, once paid the wages, he will be left with very little money and have to live frugally to make ends meet. However, It was a generous gesture to demonstrate his willingness to put the needs of others before his own.
So, Liu Yong immediately declined the offer.
After the decline of the offer, Hu Shijun said;
" Brother Yong, Whenever you need it, just let me know."
" Sure, man! " Liu Yong replied.
Hu Shijun was not only a loyal friend but also a reliable confidante. He put Liu Yong's needs first, making his friend feel supported.
Liu Yong could not express his gratitude enough for his friend's kindness.
" Thank you so much,"
He said, his voice full of emotion. " You have been so kind to me. I cannot thank you enough. "
-Ahh!
" Friend in need is Friend indeed ", Hu Shijun said.
Liu Yong bowed his head in respect, showing appreciation for the help.
The two no longer discussed their work and financial problems but relaxed conversations about other topics. They talked about their graduating classmates and their successfully landing a prestigious jobs.
They even discussed who had already been able to buy a car. Their conversations were conducted casually and with ease, never straining the atmosphere.
Hu Shijun talked much more, and Liu Yong listened and talked less.
After finishing breakfast, Hu Shijun got up and said,
" Then I'll go first, as I have to go to the company to work. There is a report that must be produced today. "
Liu Yong sent him to the bus station, watched him get on the bus, then turned and walked towards Ink Lake, thinking in his heart ;
" Yesterday, I ordered the little snapping turtle to look for some precious thing in the ink lake. I don't know what it found. "
While thinking and walking, It took only 20 minutes to reach the Lake, and soon, the little snapping turtle came over.
-Boom!
This growth rate is gratifying.
" Master, I found something! "
" WoW, really ? Come on,,,, give it to me to faster "
Liu Yong said, full of surprise.
The turtle swam away again and came back within a minute with what seemed to be a mobile phone in its mouth.
Liu Yong took it over and looked at it, feeling disappointed in his heart. This is an old-fashioned mobile phone from many years ago and has been soaked in the Lake for so long. So it is useless.
" Are there any other things? Bring them all here,,,,, and let me have a look. "
Liu Yong said.
The little snapping turtle is like a hard-working porter. It went back and forth several times and brought a lot of things, including lighters, keys, pens, and even a mobile phone and a BP machine.
In Liu Yong's eyes, these things are all tattered and worthless.
" Little snapping turtle, these things are useless. I want something valuable. Gold is the best. You can look for it. Is there any gold jewelry in this Lake? "
" What is gold jewelry? "
The little turtle asked Liu Yong, a bit confusion expression.
Liu Yong patiently explained and described to the little snapping turtle, unsure if it understood.
After explaining to the snapping turtle, Liu Yong left, slightly disappointed.
" I wondered in my heart, could there be no valuable thing in such a big ink lake? It shouldn't be. "
Liu Yong thought while leaving the Lake in a disappointed mood.
In the next few days, Liu Yong was busy looking for a job.
" I don't have much money and am flat broke. "
" The rent needs to be paid in a few days. Where will I get the money from? "
Liu earned a bit worried as he still couldn't get the job.
Suddenly Liu Yong thought about the turtle and looked at the pet panel of the little snapping turtle. He was slightly pleasantly surprised, and the burden of his work suddenly became much less.
Pet type: MUTANT SNAPPING TURTLE
Strength: 15
Constitution: 13
Dexterity: 11
Speed per hour: 15 kilometres
Weight: 3.4 kg
Skills: Level 1 Tortoise Shell Art (Passive), Level 1 Tortoise Breathing Art
Its various attributes have exceeded 10, its strength has reached 15, and its weight has also reached 3.4 kg, which means it will soon grow to 7 cattie.
" I'm going to have a look at it. " Liu Yong thought.
Not long after, Liu Yong arrived at Mohu Lake, and the little snapping turtle soon swam over.
The three raised longitudinal ridges on the carapace are more prominent and look more majestic, and the teeth in the mouth are more substantial and sharper, especially the four claws that look very keen.
Liu Yong was immediately satisfied.
" What will it look like if it grows to more than ten kilograms or tens of kilograms ? "
Liu Yong thought a lot seeing its current weight of 3.4 kilograms.
With eager anticipation, Liu Yong again gazed at the miniature snapping turtle.
" Master, " it began, its voice filled with excitement,
" I have stumbled upon something that may very well be the gold necklace you mentioned. "
Liu Yong's eyes widened in pleasant surprise.
" Oh! " he exclaimed, unable to contain his excitement,
" Please, come closer and allow me to examine it. "
Without hesitation, the little snapping turtle carried something in its mouth and approached Liu Yong.
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