The morning sun filtered through the thin curtains of Joon's small room in Seongcheon, casting a gentle glow on the scattered notes and books piled on his desk. Outside, the village was waking up, but Joon was already wide awake, heart pounding with excitement and nerves. Today, the stakes were higher than before. His system had given him clear guidance, and he was eager to test his skills with real investment decisions.
He stared at the bold, glowing system window hovering quietly by his desk. The cool blue light contrasted with the warm sunlight, an ever-present reminder of the power now at his fingertips.
Current Status:
Level: 2
XP: 20 / 150
Capital: ₩376,250
Stats:
Negotiation: 2
Market Insight: 3
Stamina: 1
Stat Points Available: 0
The quest Analyze Market Trends was complete, and now the system awaited his next move.
[NEW QUEST RECEIVED]
Invest in the Renewable Energy Sector
Using your analysis, select stocks in the renewable energy sector and make your first investment.
Reward: 50 XP
Joon's mind raced as he read the quest description. The renewable energy sector had been growing steadily, and government policies in South Korea were increasingly supporting green technology companies. His research had pointed him towards several promising candidates.
He opened his laptop, pulling up detailed stock charts and news updates. The companies ranged from solar panel manufacturers to battery technology firms. Among them, one company caught his eye: Hanbit Solar Tech, a mid-sized firm showing strong quarterly growth and expanding international contracts.
Joon remembered the system's advice about starting cautiously. He didn't want to throw all his money at one company and risk losing everything. Instead, he planned to diversify his investment across a few selected stocks in the sector.
After careful consideration, he decided to invest ₩150,000 in Hanbit Solar Tech and ₩100,000 in another promising startup, GreenWave Batteries. The rest he would keep as capital to buffer any unexpected market swings.
[MONEY TRANSACTION]
Spent: ₩250,000 on stocks (Hanbit Solar Tech and GreenWave Batteries)
Remaining Capital: ₩126,250
Joon felt a rush of both fear and excitement as he clicked 'Buy'. The system's interface confirmed the transaction with a bright notification.
[TRANSACTION SUCCESSFUL]You have purchased shares worth ₩250,000 in the renewable energy sector.
The rest of the day passed in a blur of monitoring news feeds, tracking stock prices, and jotting down notes in his worn notebook. Each fluctuation in the stock prices sent a wave of adrenaline through him. He was no longer just a passive dreamer — he was an active participant in the market.
That night, the system window flashed.
[QUEST COMPLETE: INVEST IN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR]
Reward: 50 XP
XP: 70 / 150
Though the market was volatile, Joon's investments had held steady, and the system congratulated him with a quiet chime.
[NEW TIP]Balancing your investments and managing risk is as important as making profits.Keep an eye on market news to anticipate changes.
As the day ended, Joon leaned back in his chair, exhaustion creeping in but his mind alive with possibilities. This was only the beginning — the market was vast, unpredictable, and full of opportunities. He was determined to learn everything he could and rise beyond the limits of his small village life.
Summary after Chapter 5:
XP: 70 / 150
Capital: ₩126,250
Stats: Negotiation 2, Market Insight 3, Stamina 1
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