Chapter 2: Male God Halo (LV1)

Immediately, a familiar game interface appeared on the light screen.

In the center of the screen was a 3D model of Tang Song himself, vivid and lifelike, wearing only a pair of shorts.

Floating above his head was a striking line of golden data: 【Charm: 24】.

Tang Song rubbed his eyes vigorously, suspecting that he had drunk fake alcohol that night and, combined with his overwhelming grief, was experiencing hallucinations.

However, the light screen remained suspended before him; he could see it even when he closed his eyes.

Although "Male God Growth Plan" was centered on simulation management, it was essentially a "Male God" cultivation game.

The main quest was to increase the game character's charm and become a true "Male God."

The game's rating system for charm was comprehensive.

It synthesized appearance, aesthetics, demeanor, cultivation, ability, assets, social status, and more.

A charm value of 24 could only be described as very ordinary.

Tang Song raised his hand, wanting to touch his character model.

The moment this thought arose, a clicking effect appeared on the character model, and the game interface jumped directly to the 【Personal Center】.

【Player: Tang Song (24 Charm)】

【Role: Jinxiu Trading - Development Engineer】

【Height: 180CM, Weight: 90KG】

【Physique: 56, Stamina: 55, Agility: 48, Comprehension: 76】

【Asset Status:】

Balance: 45,220.31 Yuan

Enterprises: None

Real Estate: None

Vehicle: Yadea Electric Scooter

…

After a brief browse of his personal information, a crisp notification sound rang out again: "Ding! The main storyline has been activated."

Immediately after, a gorgeous progress bar appeared directly above the 【Personal Center】.

There were 9 nodes evenly distributed across it.

【24 (Starting Charm)…30…40…50…60…70…80…90…100】

Starting from "30," a wobbling golden treasure chest hovered above each node, seemingly waiting to be claimed.

【Plot Synopsis: Once the player's charm rating reaches a certain threshold, corresponding assets and permissions will be unlocked for you in reality.】

【Note 1: Perhaps your achievements in the game are not ethereal; continuously completing system tasks and improving yourself will yield the rewards you dream of.】

【Note 2: Once the charm rating reaches 30, the "Growth Plan Task" can be officially started.】

"This… what is this?" Tang Song stared blankly ahead.

Having played "Male God Growth Plan" for so long, he had certainly dreamed of such things, and more than once.

But it had never felt this clear or real.

If it were possible, who wouldn't want a magnificent transformation?

A "Male God" level appearance, a healthy and vibrant body, wealth to squander freely, a life without regrets…

He thought, he wanted it more than anything!

He tentatively used his consciousness to gently touch the treasure chest above 【Charm 30】.

A system prompt immediately popped up

【You are still 6 points of charm away from unlocking this stage's reward. Go and improve yourself!】

Just then, the notification sound rang again: "Ding! Congratulations, player, you have received 【Newbie Gift Pack *1】."

"Whoosh," a gift pack radiating golden light popped out, looking exquisite.

Tang Song swallowed hard and touched it with his consciousness.

The gift pack shook a few times and immediately opened.

"Ding! You have obtained the passive skill 【Male God Aura (LV1)】."

【Male God Aura (LV1)】: Optimizes sleep quality, helps the player enter deep sleep faster, and provides a good sleep experience.

(Aura Effect: Your first smile every day grants a 200 Yuan cash reward, with a 0.1% chance of an additional critical hit reward.)

【Note: This skill can be upgraded.】

A passive skill? Cash rewards?

Tang Song suppressed his excitement, took a deep breath, and tried his best to make a smiling expression.

"Ding-dong—" his phone chimed with a text message notification.

"【China Merchants Bank】 Your account ending in 6800 received 200.00 RMB on April 02 at 00:09."

Seeing the bank deposit notification, Tang Song gasped.

Holy crap! You’re for real!?

He bit his lower lip hard.

"Hiss—"

The pain was stronger than ever before.

Everything before could have been called a hallucination, but the tangible cash reward placed before him powerfully confirmed the existence of the system.

Blood rushed to his head, and the sound of his rapid heartbeat exploded in his ears like a heavy hammer beating a drum.

Not to mention the massive assets he could get by cheating in the game, the passive skill 【Male God Aura】 alone was enough to make his happiness index skyrocket.

Earning 200 Yuan a day without working meant 6,000 Yuan a month. Combined with his monthly salary of over 9,000, his total monthly income would exceed 15,000.

In Yancheng, a second-tier city, that was firmly in the high-income bracket. Buying a car and a house was no longer just a dream!

……

After a quick shower, he locked the bedroom door.

Having calmed down, Tang Song began to explore the system panel before him.

The overall style was consistent with "Male God Growth Plan," but many modules were missing, such as the crucial 【Character Management】, 【Asset Blueprint】, 【Financial Market】, etc.

The 【Task Hall】, 【Mall】, and 【Warehouse】 were completely empty.

The entire system looked barren.

Returning to the main interface, Tang Song looked at the glaring 【Charm: 24】 above his character's head and shook his head self-deprecatingly.

In "Male God Growth Plan," the character created by a player starts with 30 points of charm.

And he, right now, hadn't even reached that base value.

Closing the system interface, Tang Song stood in front of the full-length mirror and examined himself carefully.

His body was flabby, with a roll of fat around his stomach.

Dark circles under his eyes, puffy eye bags, dull and sallow skin, dry and frizzy hair.

Nasolabial folds, jowls, a double chin—the fat on his face made his jawline very blurry.

In terms of appearance, there was truly a lot of room for improvement.

Combined with his current situation—an ordinary office worker, no house, no car, no partner, and a chaotic life—it was no wonder his charm value was so low.

"Ding! You have triggered the challenge task 【Restraint and Persistence】. Please go to the 【Task Center】 to view it."

Tang Song was stunned; he hadn't expected to trigger a task so easily!

He checked the task information.

【Task Content: Obesity significantly increases the burden on the body and raises the incidence of various diseases. Challenge yourself to lose 9 kilograms in 20 days and return to a normal weight range.】

【Task Reward: Lung Strengthening Potion *1】

【Task Progress: 0%】

He checked the item details.

【Lung Strengthening Potion】: After use, it can effectively improve lung condition, increase vital capacity, provide sufficient oxygen to the body, enhance physical resistance, promote metabolism, Physique +2, Stamina +1.

【Note: What is the secret to longevity? Keep breathing and don't stop.】

A game item that increases base attributes!

Tang Song's eyes flashed with a burning light, eager to act.

Lose weight! He must lose weight!

Losing 18 jin (9kg) in 20 days meant about half a jin a day.

Fortunately, his starting weight was high, so it wasn't relatively difficult.

In the past, he had made up his mind many times to exercise, lose fat, and maintain a disciplined schedule.

But he always slacked off after a few days and eventually gave up.

Ultimately, it was a lack of sufficient motivation and perseverance.

Now that his game assets had descended into reality, they had defined a clear main quest for his life leading to success.

What reason did he have not to work hard?

Besides losing weight, he had to improve himself in other aspects as well.

He would find the fastest way to raise his charm rating to 30.

Claim the first stage reward! Unlock the main storyline! Open a new chapter in his life!

(End of chapter)