Fifty sect contribution points, plus 200 yuan in cold hard cash—successfully acquired!
If you calculate it by the hour, this job isn't bad at all.
With those 50 points, Lin Yu finally paid off the debt he racked up for staying out all night.
But that wasn't even the most exciting part.
There was also… a bonus lottery draw!
While Chen Qimeng was trimming the flower branches, Lin Yu quickly opened the system's lottery interface.
With just a thought, a giant wheel—like the kind you'd see in a mall raffle—materialized in his mind.
White, blue, green, orange, red... a dazzling array of colors.
Hundreds of color-coded slots overlapped and filled the wheel, each marked with a "?"—no hint of what they might contain.
A perfect setup for maximum suspense.
Beneath the [Start Draw] option, there was a special note: [This draw is free (normally costs 200 Sect Contribution Points)].
Completing a [Daily Task] had earned him 50 contribution points.If there were other ways to earn points, drawing prizes like this wouldn't be too hard.
Emergency missions probably gave out even more points, right?
Without hesitation, Lin Yu activated the draw.
The wheel began spinning rapidly, slowing down after a few dozen seconds and landing in a blue box.
[Ding!]
[Congratulations, Host has received a physical item: Radiant Jade Beauty Pill!]
[Description: Skin like jade, eyes like starlight. When our sect's disciples walk the mortal world, their innate charm must captivate hearts and souls.]
The Radiant Jade Beauty Pill... What a prize!
In simple terms, it's basically an all-natural beauty filter—maxed-out looks, no need for edits.
Since the system had already classified him as a disciple of the Hehuan Sect, appearance was clearly important.
If you wanted to be an average guy dating top-tier beauties, you'd need either:
A) endless cash, orB) relentless hype.
Lacking both?
Looks were your best weapon.
Right now, with Chen Qimeng still nearby, Lin Yu didn't dare take the pill just yet.
What if the transformation was too drastic? That'd be hard to explain on the spot.
After watering the plants...
Chen Qimeng set the watering can aside and spent a little time tidying up the balcony.
Then she quickly ran up to the third floor, grabbed her usual shoulder bag, and prepared to head out to the flower shop.
The early bird catches the worm.
Opening up shop early meant she could earn a little more.
That work ethic—hardworking and diligent—was practically written into her bones.
While changing her shoes, she noticed Lin Yu standing in the first-floor hallway, watching her.
"Xiao Yu, if I'm not too busy at lunch, I'll come back and cook."
"If things get hectic at the shop, I'll text you ahead of time."
"Do you still have spending money? I can give you some cash."
"It's vacation time—you should go out with friends more. You'll need it."
As she spoke, she opened her bag to dig out some money.
In 2014, although Alipay and WeChat Pay already existed, they weren't widely used yet. In second-tier cities, whether small shops or street vendors accepted digital payment was hit or miss. Cash was still king.
Lin Yu shook his head and said:
"Qimeng Aunty, I've got plenty of money for now. If I need more, I'll tell you."
"But you... are you seriously heading out like that?"
Chen Qimeng blinked. "Huh?"
What did he mean?
She usually left around this time too, right?
Was something different today?
She ran through the possibilities in her head at lightning speed.
"Oh!"
She suddenly realized.
Still wearing one sneaker and one slipper, she rushed over to Lin Yu.
She wrapped her arm around his waist and gave him a gentle hug.
Lin Yu: "???"
Chen Qimeng: "Xiao Yu did very well today. You deserve some praise."
[Ding!]
[Your excellent daily performance left a great impression on the acting sect master. A solid step toward your next promotion!]
[Reward: 10 Spirit Stones]
Lin Yu grinned.
Was this really the thought process of a typical thirty-five-year-old woman?
After the hug, Chen Qimeng looked up at him, eyes full of anticipation.
That look clearly said: Aren't you going to praise me too?
Lin Yu reached out and poked her gently in the hollow of her collarbone.
The brief skin-to-skin contact made her flinch slightly.
Her big eyes filled with question marks.
"Qimeng Aunty, I mean…"
"You're heading out to work… still in your apron and nightgown?"
Lin Yu teased.
Chen Qimeng glanced down at herself—
"Oh no! I was so focused on grabbing my bag, I forgot to change!"
Watching her rush upstairs in a panic, Lin Yu couldn't help but chuckle.
At this rate, who's taking care of who might be up for debate.
After she left...
Lin Yu headed back to his room for a quick shower.
After a night in an internet café and all that beer, he definitely reeked.
And since he might run into the other housemates later, he couldn't be smelling like a dumpster fire.
He and Chen Qimeng both lived on the third floor.
Most renters didn't like the daily climb, so the two of them took the top floor.
Of course, they weren't the only ones up there. Other tenants lived on the third floor too.
Qimeng Aunty had been very kind to Lin Yu—she'd given him the biggest room on the floor.
It even had a private bathroom and a small study.
After showering and getting dressed, Lin Yu took out the Radiant Jade Beauty Pill from the system.
A small white pill, almost indistinguishable from a white chocolate candy.
He swallowed it in one go. The medicine melted down his throat like a refreshing stream.
He could feel the changes happening in his body—his steps felt lighter already.
He looked into the mirror again:
Amber eyes now shimmered with a golden glint, cold yet alluring; his brows sharper, lashes fluttering like poisoned butterfly wings. Skin glowed with an icy jade sheen, with golden veins beneath the surface like molten lava sealed away…
Well, okay—none of that happened.
Nothing so dramatic.
Lin Yu already had decent features: tall, slim, not overweight, and reasonably attractive.
Under the pill's effect, a few shallow acne scars vanished completely.
His skin tone lightened slightly, like someone had applied a "cool white" filter.
His eyes looked clearer, more energetic.
Even his nose bridge seemed a bit sharper.
Overall, his features became more defined, his hair looked healthier too.
If he ever couldn't find a proper job, he might just become a pretty-faced streamer grifting cash from sugar mommies.
Staring into the mirror, he examined himself for a solid minute.
Lin Yu: "Damn… did I actually get hot?"
Afterward, Lin Yu rummaged through his "basic" wardrobe.
He wasn't picky about clothes, but the sea of black, white, and gray reminded him—
Young guys really don't know how to dress.
In one corner hung a plaid short-sleeve shirt he'd never worn before.
Chen Qimeng had picked it out for him during a shopping trip.
In his past life, for some unknown reason, he insisted it was ugly and refused to wear it.
Like he couldn't survive unless he contradicted her.
Lin Yu pulled it out and paired it with a pair of knee-length shorts.
It would do for now—he'd refresh his whole wardrobe later when he had time.
After freshening up, he headed down to the first-floor dining room.
Sure enough.
Chi Qingchi was still at the table, slowly eating breakfast while glued to her phone.
Just as Lin Yu expected.
She loved to snack—and ate really slowly.
In the time it took her to eat one meal, Lin Yu could finish two.
"Xiao Lin, are you head—whoa!?"
Chi Qingchi looked up just as he came downstairs, catching sight of his post-upgrade face.
A mouthful of egg pancake still halfway down her throat, she froze in place.
Lin Yu smiled and glanced around the dining room.
Qimeng Aunty was off at work.
The other sectmates were either out or still sleeping.
Right now, it was just him and Xiao Chi.
Heh…
Time to build some bonds with his sectmate.