I Got Fired, So I Built the Strongest Crime Syndicate Chapter 7: Chapter 7

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Min had left not too long ago to get him some food. He wanted to give him some money to get it, but he insisted his boss shouldn't pay for anything himself, and it was the least he could do after he spared his life. Jin didn't mind his offer, but it felt weird to be called "boss". He'd have to get used to it sooner than later at this rate, but now that Min was gone, the place felt empty. It was nice having someone around, even if he did try to kill him moments before. "This is such an insane situation." [User demonstrates unusually favorable outcomes.] Jin raised an eyebrow slightly. "What's that supposed to mean?" [It appears circumstances are aligning in your favor.] [Conclusion: User possesses above-average fortune.] Jin scoffed. "Yeah, because getting chased, almost shot, and nearly dying counts as lucky." [Result remains beneficial.] "You know you're annoying, right?" Still, he couldn't deny it; everything had gone his way, barely so, but they still managed to work out. A grin crept across his face despite himself; he was happy he was on a winning streak, and he hoped it would stick around. "Alright." He rolled his shoulders slightly. "Let's see what I got." [Processing…] The system didn't respond immediately this time. Instead, the screen in front of him flickered, then shifted; the layout was different than usual, it had more structure to it. [System Update in Progress…] [Reconfiguring Interface…] Jin watched, arms loosely crossed. "You're upgrading now?" [Correct.] [Initial phase complete.] [Beginner Objectives Cleared.] The screen stabilized. [Congratulations.] [User has demonstrated sufficient will to proceed.] Jin tilted his head slightly. "So all that was a test?" [Correct.] "You almost killed me for a test." [Evaluation required pressure.] "Right..." He let out a short breath. "Good to know." The screen shifted again. [Quest: Recruit First Employee] [Reward Unlocked: System Full Access] Jin's eyes narrowed slightly. "Full access?" The interface expanded, and new tabs and selection options appeared. [Stats] [Territory] [Employees] [Store] [Map] "Okay." Jin stepped closer instinctively. "Now we're talking," and with that, he pressed the stat section. The tab opened immediately. [JIN TAE] Strength: D Speed: D Endurance: D Technique: C Awareness: D Jin stared at it. "That's it?" [User stats are within average human range.] "That kind of makes sense, but to imagine it was so low..." He scratched the side of his head. "At least technique's higher." [Aikido integration influenced stat.] "Makes sense." He shifted focus. "Territory." The screen changed. [Headquarters: Eungam-Dong Warehouse] [Rank: F] [Condition: Poor] Upgrades Available: Basic Reinforcement – 50,000 won Structural Repair – 120,000 won Security Installation – 200,000 won Jin let out a low whistle. [Current funds insufficient.] "…No kidding." But it was nice to think that he could actually build here, which put him at ease. "Map." The interface shifted again, and a larger screen popped up, which showed his current location, which was marked by a dot, but another dot was moving on the map. "Is that Min?" [Correct.] Jin watched the small dot move slowly across the map. "So I can track him?" [Yes.] "That's useful." "Store." The screen changed again. [Available Items – F Rank] Basic Knife – 15,000 won First Aid Kit – 12,000 won Reinforced Gloves – 18,000 won Energy Supplement – 8,000 won Jin stared. "…You've got to be kidding me." [Items scale with system rank.] "So I'm broke and low rank?" [Correct.] "Great." It wasn't exactly good news, but he had a way to make money. It was gonna take a while to save up and get things, but he was happy he had anything at all, and if he built up more, he would make way more; it wouldn't be like this forever. "…Alright." His focus sharpened again. "…What about the other reward?" [Processing Event Rewards…] The screen flickered again. [Rewards Acquired] [Income Card] [Loyalty Card] [Attack Card] Jin straightened slightly. "…Now