Ways to Make Money

"917kg."

As this result appeared, the expressions of quite a few people present shifted noticeably.

Over nine hundred kilograms.

This meant Lin Mu was not just a First-Order Martial Artist.

He also possessed no small talent, having cultivated a Second-stage Martial Skill to Great Completion or beyond.

Among his peers, he was undoubtedly a fairly outstanding existence.

A flicker of surprise showed in the examiner's eyes, and his gaze toward Lin Mu carried a bit more approval.

To have trained to this level at such an age—this young man before him was indeed no simple matter.

"Congratulations on becoming a martial artist. Based on your performance, you can be granted a C-grade Subsidy."

He wrote a few words on the assessment form in his hand, then handed it to Lin Mu.

A trace of surprise appeared on Lin Mu's face.

C-grade Subsidy!

Six thousand yuan a month, and a ten percent discount on purchases at the martial arts hall.

An ordinary First-Order Martial Artist would at most receive a D-grade Subsidy—four thousand yuan a month, with no discount on items.

"Thank you!" Lin Mu said gratefully.

"You earned it," the examiner replied.

A smile crossed Lin Mu's face as he turned and walked to the side.

The man who had led Lin Mu in kept his eyes fixed on him, as if he could hardly believe what had just happened.

Just two days ago, he had helped Lin Mu register—his score was only 547kg.

Now he had reached 917kg.

This meant Lin Mu had not only increased his Blood Qi Value but also made a breakthrough in his martial skills.

When Lin Mu came before him, he finally snapped out of it.

"What are you thinking about?" Lin Mu teased.

"Nothing. You just startled me," the man explained.

"What's the big deal? It's only a C-grade Subsidy," Lin Mu said.

"It's not that," the man shook his head.

Lin Mu shrugged and didn't say much more.

The man led him to the side, and after another round of registration, a certificate came into Lin Mu's hands.

Looking at the certificate, excitement flickered across Lin Mu's face. He walked over to the side, bought several F-grade Blood Qi Potions in quick succession, and then left the martial arts hall.

The front desk girl waited and waited, but Lin Mu never showed up. A hint of confusion crossed her face.

Just then, the man came before her and set down some documents.

"This is the list of newly promoted martial artists. Input it on your end."

"Mm," the front desk girl nodded.

But not long after, an expression of disbelief spread across her face.

Because in her hands was none other than Lin Mu's file.

Blood Qi Value: 1.01 points.

Punch Force: 917kg.

C-grade Subsidy!

When she saw this information, she could hardly believe her eyes.

Lin Mu had actually become a martial artist.

She had completely misjudged him!

And his punch force had reached over nine hundred.

Fierce as hell.

If that landed on her, she wouldn't be able to take it.

Such an achievement was truly dazzling.

For a moment, a gleam lit up her beautiful eyes.

She had taken this job precisely to hook a wealthy catch.

Lin Mu might be a bit shabby now, but if she could snag him, he was bound to have a bright future.

With that thought, she typed Lin Mu's number into her phone and sent a friend request his way.

Lin Mu knew nothing of this. He returned home and once again threw himself into cultivation.

Though his progress was significant, there was still a considerable gap from his goal.

If he wanted to achieve good results before the Martial Arts Exam, he had to put in even more effort.

Time flew by.

A week passed quickly.

During this week, Lin Mu, just like the first two days, stayed inside the training room.

His cultivation level also showed a very noticeable change.

"Name: Lin Mu."

"Blood Qi Value: 1.34 points."

"Skills: Fist Technique (Black Iron Grade 36%), Body Technique (Black Iron Grade 20%)."

"Cultivation Method: Five Hearts Facing Heaven Art (Minor Success 42%)."

"Martial Skill: Dragon Roar Fist (Perfection)."

"..."

Compared to before, his Blood Qi Value had increased by 0.33, Fist Technique by 12%, Body Technique by 5%, Five Hearts Facing Heaven Art by 7%, and Dragon Roar Fist by 71%.

The changes were extremely pronounced.

In the past, he wouldn't have dared to even imagine this.

"With my current ability, I should have no problem getting into a slightly better Second-Tier Martial Arts School."

Lin Mu thought to himself.

This was still a far cry from his goal.

And now he faced another problem.

He was broke!

Ever since he transmigrated to this world, his family's financial situation had never been good.

His mother had passed away early, and his father, once a Third-Order Martial Artist, had been severely injured during a mission and was now staying in a sanatorium.

Over the years, treating his father's injuries had cost a lot of money, leaving the family with little savings.

Not long ago, when he activated the system, he spent all his money to purchase a Second-stage Martial Skill.

Now that the skill had reached Perfection, further training would yield no improvement.

And simply cultivating the method alone had a limited rate of progress—far from what Lin Mu wanted.

"According to the rules, you need at least a Blood Qi Value of 7.0 to have a chance at entering the best martial arts school in the province. At my current cultivation speed, it's absolutely impossible to get in."

Lin Mu thought to himself.

He wanted to improve, to grow.

But all of this required money.

"I'm a First-Order Martial Artist now. There should be ways to earn money."

With that thought, Lin Mu walked over to the side.

He searched online, and some information appeared.

After filtering through it, Lin Mu picked out a few things he could do.

1. Work as a sparring partner, paid by the hour.

2. Participate in Virtual Duels, earning prize money by reaching certain ranks.

3. Take on jobs like bodyguard or enforcer.

He dismissed the third option with just a glance.

Because he only had three months left until the Martial Arts Exam.

The reason he didn't have to attend school now was that his talent was poor, and the teachers didn't want to bother with him, so he could skip class just by asking for leave.

Taking on a job would leave him absolutely no time for cultivation.

Options 1 and 2 were both worth considering.

After thinking it over for a while, he decided to try both.

His figure once again arrived at the martial arts gym.

A hint of excitement gleamed in Huang Yan's beautiful eyes.

She immediately stood up, discreetly unbuttoning a button on her chest, revealing her fair skin.

Her voice was also a bit more coquettish than before.

"You're here!"

Lin Mu nodded. "Yeah. Does the gym have a sparring partner program?"

Huang Yan nodded. "I do!"

"I want to earn some money. Can you help me register?"

"Sure!"

"Thanks!"

"No problem. But if you really want to thank me, you could invite me over to your place..."

Before she could finish, Lin Mu had already walked away.

Seeing this, a flash of annoyance crossed her face.

She'd met blunt men before, but never one this blunt.

She was this beautiful—couldn't he spare a second glance?

Just then, the man from earlier came up beside her.

Huang Yan, as if afraid he might take advantage, quickly buttoned up her coat.

"What do you want?"

"What did he come for?"

"Wants to be a sparring partner."

"Really?"

"Would I lie?"

"Perfect! That gentleman has been wanting to get in touch with him for a while."

"..."