"From Broke to Baller: Thanks, System?"

Jin returned from his morning jog, sweat sticking to his back. His heart felt light, though, as he checked the new notification from his system.

> "Daily Habit Streak: 21 Days"

Reward: +1 Stamina, +100 XP, Mood Boost (Minor)

He smiled, feeling the small rewards make all his efforts worth it.

Inside, his mom was preparing breakfast. Jin sat down at the table.

"Where's Dad?" he asked.

"Out again," his mom replied without looking up. "He's welding at the docks."

Jin nodded. His father was always working. It made him realize how much his dad had sacrificed for the family.

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Later, while having breakfast, Jin thought about the toolkit he'd bought for his dad. It had been three days, and he still remembered the way his father had looked at it — as though it was something priceless. The memory stayed with him.

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After breakfast, Jin took his phone out. He checked his system wallet.

> Balance: ₱3,499.75

Total Assets: ₱12,000 (including small property investments)

It was growing, slowly but surely. He wasn't ready to share this with anyone. Not yet. It felt like it was still his secret.

Jin was at the college library later in the afternoon, reading when he heard his phone buzz. It was a notification from his system.

> Achievement Unlocked: Consistent Hard Work

Reward: +1 Stamina, +100 XP

Unlocked New Skill: Market Psychology

Jin couldn't help but smile. Market Psychology would help him make smarter trades. Every small step was leading somewhere.

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That evening, after classes, Jin visited his father at the workshop. His dad was welding a metal frame, his face tired, but his hands steady.

"Pa, how's the new toolkit?" Jin asked casually.

His father looked up, wiping his brow. "It's great, son. It's lighter, easier to carry around. Much better than the old one."

Jin smiled, feeling proud. "I'm glad."

His father nodded, a rare moment of gratitude showing on his face. "Thanks again, son. You don't know how much that meant to me."

Jin gave him a small nod. "Anytime, Pa."

Back in his dorm, Jin sat on his bed, staring at his phone. The numbers in his account were small, but they were growing.

> Reward: +1 Confidence

Mood Boost (Major)

He closed his eyes for a moment, feeling the weight of what he was quietly building. He had no desire for attention. His goal was simple — to keep his family secure, and to continue growing, even if no one knew.

Jin lay down and stared at the ceiling, his thoughts turning to tomorrow. Another day to move forward.

End of Chapter 19.