"From Broke to Baller: Thanks, System?"

The next few days passed quietly, with Jin carefully monitoring his small portfolio. Every time he checked the market, his thoughts raced, analyzing the trends and calculating potential risks. But despite his growing confidence, Jin knew he was just getting started. He had much more to learn before he could think about scaling his investments.

It was a Wednesday afternoon, and Jin was sitting at the kitchen table with his laptop open in front of him. His mom was preparing dinner nearby, the scent of simmering garlic and onions filling the air. Jin didn't mind the usual bustle of his home; it felt comforting. But today, his mind was elsewhere, fixated on the next step in his journey.

The system had been silent for a while now, but Jin knew it was only a matter of time before another update would come through.

"Alright, time to get to work," he murmured to himself, clicking through the crypto market's charts once more.

Jin had been doing his research, studying more about the market's patterns, the best times to trade, and how to spot emerging trends. He had learned the basics, but it was time to dive deeper. He wasn't interested in just making small gains anymore. He wanted to be smarter, more strategic, and take calculated risks.

The system gave him a small prompt.

[System Update:

You've reached Level 2 in Trading Skills.

Unlocked: Intermediate Technical Analysis.]

Jin's heart skipped a beat. The system's notification wasn't flashy, but it was a significant milestone. He'd been expecting something like this, but it still felt like a moment of accomplishment.

With the new skills, Jin started looking into more advanced strategies—candlestick patterns, Fibonacci retracements, and moving averages. His understanding of the crypto market began to shift. He was no longer just riding the wave of small trades; he was beginning to anticipate movements before they happened.

A few hours later, Jin was absorbed in his research, sipping on a glass of water. He was so focused that he didn't hear his mom calling him for dinner until she stepped into the room.

"Jin, dinner's ready. You've been at this for hours," his mom said, raising an eyebrow with a smile.

Jin smiled sheepishly and closed his laptop. "Sorry, Mom. I just lost track of time."

She gave him a knowing look. "It's fine, but you need to take a break. You've been working hard."

Jin stood up and followed her to the dinner table. It was a simple meal, but to him, it was one of the best parts of the day. He hadn't had much time to talk with his parents lately, so this time felt special.

As they ate, Jin's dad—who had been quiet until then—looked at him with a curious expression.

"So, Jin, have you been working on that project of yours?" his dad asked, his voice warm but serious.

Jin hesitated for a moment. His father had no idea about the trading. He just knew that Jin had been spending a lot of time on his laptop.

"Yeah, just some stuff for school," Jin replied casually. "You know, learning about the market, stuff like that."

His dad nodded, clearly not pressing for more details. "Just make sure you're not overdoing it. You've got school starting soon. Don't let your focus slip."

Jin smiled and nodded. He appreciated his dad's concern. He always felt a sense of responsibility to make his parents proud, especially since they'd sacrificed so much for him and his siblings.

After dinner, Jin excused himself and returned to his laptop.The system had a new prompt waiting for him.

[System Update:

New Mission:

Analyze and execute a trade with at least a 50% predicted success rate.

Reward: 500 System Points.]

Jin's eyes narrowed as he read the mission. A 50% predicted success rate seemed doable, but he didn't want to rush into anything without understanding it fully. He decided to take his time.

For the next few hours, Jin dove deeper into his studies. He reviewed historical data, analyzed different altcoins, and even revisited his previous trades to identify patterns. The system's insights were invaluable, but Jin knew that success in trading wasn't just about following algorithms. It was about strategy, patience, and reading the market with a keen eye.

As the clock ticked closer to midnight, Jin finally felt ready to make a move. He found an altcoin that was showing signs of an upward trend. Its chart was bullish, and the indicators aligned with his analysis.

He hesitated for a moment before pulling the trigger. He wasn't sure if this trade would succeed, but he trusted his research and the system's guidance.

With a few quick clicks, Jin executed the trade.

[System Update:

Trade Executed:

Bought 50 units of Altcoin X at $20 each.

Total Investment: $1000.

Predicted Success Rate: 55%.]

Jin sat back, waiting. He had done everything by the book—analyzed the data, calculated the risk, and trusted his gut. Now, it was up to the market to confirm whether his strategy would pay off.

The minutes ticked by slowly. Jin's eyes darted between the market and his phone, watching the price fluctuate. His heart raced a little as the numbers started to climb, and then, just as quickly, they dipped.

The tension in the air was thick, but Jin remained calm. He'd made his decision, and now he needed to trust in it.

End of Chapter 8