Zumi entered the house with the ladies, and they all pitched in to put away the groceries. As they worked together, the girls couldn't help but compliment Zumi's new outfit. With a grin, Zumi turned his attention to Cathy and encouraged her to try her hand at cooking while Ana and Jasmine chatted in the living room.
Under Zumi's watchful eye, Cathy began to prepare fried rice with a medley of veggies, meat, and seafood. Just then, the system chimed: Ping! Teaching skills activated. With his heightened senses, Zumi was able to anticipate any mistakes Cathy might make, gently guiding her whenever necessary. Cathy felt a wave of relief wash over her as Zumi's calm demeanor eased her nerves. By the time the meal was ready, her confidence had blossomed.
When Zumi called everyone to the table, he proudly announced, "Cathy made this all by herself! You guys are the judges." Ana and Jasmine praised her efforts, and Cathy blushed, a radiant smile lighting up her face. Zumi couldn't help but think, My goodness, she's beautiful! Just then, Ana and Jasmine exclaimed in unison, "Delicious!"
Overwhelmed with happiness, Cathy hugged Zumi tightly, tears of joy streaming down her cheeks. The system chimed again: Ping! Cathy is grateful to you. You have fulfilled her desire to make delicious food for her best friends.
Cathy's intimacy towards Zumi increased, and his charm value rose by 10 points, bringing it to a total of 40. The system continued: The host's charm value has reached a multiple of 10. The Host has acquired a Charisma Reward Chest. Cathy's intimacy towards you has increased by 5 points—current intimacy progress: 5 out of 10.
Zumi was taken aback. Cathy meets the requirements to become a system character, and her system quest has been unlocked!
Quest Details: Cathy has three deep desires:
Cathy desires to become an excellent chef and cook for you and her friends without your assistance.
Cathy desires your acceptance as a friend, embracing her for who she is.
Cathy desires Gia's legs to heal quickly.
Zumi was astonished. That was easy! He wanted to learn more about system characters but decided to ask the system later. For now, he wanted to enjoy his time with the girls.
As they sat down for the meal, laughter and chatter filled the room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Later that night, after the girls had gone to bed, the system chimed again: Ping! You have satisfied the ladies' desire for a great night with you—attribute points +2 and request value +2. Zumi now had nine attribute points and eight request values.
After cleaning up the house, he took a quick shower and settled onto the couch. Before drifting off to sleep, he delved into the system to review everything he had gained.
First, Zumi allocated his attribute points: 5 to Strength, 4 to Intelligence, and 1 to Wisdom. The system chimed!
Updated Host Attribute Points:
Strength: 28
Dexterity: 20
Charisma: 40
Wisdom: 41
Intelligence: 41
Constitution: 40
Sub-Points:
Charm: 40
Damage Points: 40
Qi Energy: Level 10
Your attributes are now reflecting significant improvements! Master Zumi, your newfound prowess in Strength, Wisdom, Intelligence, and Charisma will undoubtedly aid you on your journey ahead. Harness this power wisely as you continue to forge your path!.
"System, what exactly is a system character? Please provide more details," he requested.
The system responded: Ping! A System Character is a female living being deeply connected to the Host, exhibiting profound intimacy, love, respect, and loyalty. Their devotion has reached a point where they desire to remain by the Host's side indefinitely. System quests are challenges preventing this eternal bond. Upon completion of these quests, the Host and the character's destinies will intertwine, ensuring unwavering loyalty and commitment regardless of the circumstances.
Zumi was momentarily stunned. If Ana, Cathy, Jasmine, and Gia became system characters, they would be inseparable. The thought filled him with happiness, as he had come to care for them deeply.
"System, open the Charisma Reward Chest," he commanded.
Ping! Opening Charisma Chest for the Host, one moment... After a brief pause, the system chimed again: Ping! Host has received a High Tier Reward: The Staff of Sun Wukong.
Explanation: This is the legendary staff of the Monkey King. Upon accepting this staff, the Host's attributes and sub-points will increase by 50, and the Host will become the 4000th awakening of the Monkey King.
"Does the Host want to accept the reward?"
Zumi was left speechless. He had grown up reading countless stories about the Monkey King and had watched every adaptation imaginable. The prospect of becoming the next awakening was surreal, but he decided he couldn't refuse such an incredible opportunity.
"System, if I become the next Monkey King, will I lose who I am?" he asked, concern creeping into his voice.
The system replied: Ping! Upon becoming the next Monkey King, the Host will gain all the skills and abilities of the Monkey King, but the Host's mind will remain unchanged. The only alteration will be an increase in Ki Energy and Heavenly Body Augmentation.
Heavenly Body Augmentation? Zumi pondered. The system chimed in again: Ping! The Host will gain the legendary body of the Gods. This process will begin once the system reaches Level 3, and the transformation will be complete once the system reaches Level 10.
With no reason to decline, Zumi accepted the reward. A radiant gold light enveloped him, coalescing into a towering staff of black iron, twenty feet high and as thick as a barrel. It was adorned with golden rings on each end, and the inscription along its length read, The Compliant Golden-Hooped Rod. Weight: thirteen thousand five hundred catties.
Zumi reached out to grasp the staff. The moment his fingers made contact, a surge of energy coursed through him, accompanied by a flood of memories from the Monkey King. It was as if he were living each moment, gaining all the knowledge and wisdom the Monkey King had amassed over 4000 years.
After two hours, the influx of memories subsided. Zumi blinked, momentarily dazed, but a warm sensation enveloped him. He could feel his energy flowing like warm water through his body. Just then, the system chimed: Ping! The Staff of Sun Wukong has successfully merged with Host Zumi Gold. All Sun Wukong skills and abilities can now be utilized.
Zumi focused on the staff, willing it to shrink. To his delight, it shrank to the size of a hairpin, and he smiled as he placed it on the table beside him.
Suddenly, the system chimed again: Ping! Host Qi Energy has been upgraded to Legendary Qi Energy Level 1. The Host's body is beginning to ascend to the body of Celeste.
Explanation: The Host's body will be stronger and sturdier.
Feeling a wave of drowsiness wash over him, Zumi began to drift off to sleep. Just as he succumbed to slumber, the system chimed one last time: Ping! All Host Attributes have increased by 50.
Updated Host Attribute Points:
Strength: 78
Dexterity: 70
Charisma: 90
Wisdom: 91
Intelligence: 91
Constitution: 90
Sub-Points:
Charm: 90
Damage Points: 90
Qi Energy: Updated to Legendary Qi Energy: Level 10
Note: The system must be upgraded to Level 20 to increase Qi Energy to total capacity.
Milestone Achieved: Four of the Host's attributes have reached a multiple of 10.
Reward: Four Charisma Reward Treasure Chests Granted!
With that, Zumi fell into a deep sleep on the couch, his dreams filled with the promise of adventure and the bonds he was forging with the remarkable women in his life.