Leveling Up With My Pet

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Liu Yong had heard about the existence of this restaurant before but never mustered up the courage to visit it.

His hesitation was because he was intimidated by the cost, as his financial situation was limited. He felt he couldn't afford to dine at that restaurant despite his initial interest. So he walked away from that restaurant.

However, things have changed. Liu Yong now exudes confidence as he walks with a bold and powerful stride, much like a tiger. This newfound self-assurance has allowed him to overcome his financial insecurities and finally visit the restaurant.

As it turns out, the restaurant lived up to its reputation as a high-end establishment, boasting a luxurious atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. The workers were particularly noteworthy, exhibiting enthusiasm in their interactions with customers. Overall, Liu Yong was pleasantly surprised by his dining experience and felt that the restaurant was well worth the visit.

"I never imagined I would sit here and eat seafood one day."

As Liu Yong sat at a table by the window on the second floor, he couldn't help but reflect on his journey to this point.

The peaceful surroundings and breathtaking view only added to his appreciation of the moment, and he thought contentedly.

After some time, Hu Shijun approached and seated beside Liu Yong. Hu Shijun appeared very joyful and greeted Liu Yong warmly. He said with a hint of excitement in his voice,

"Brother Yong, it seems you have indeed come into some good fortune!"

Liu Yong replied,

"Yes, I was fortunate enough to have some good luck. I have indeed made a small profit."

He seemed pleased with his accomplishments and was happy to share the news with his friend.

"Tell me quickly, how much money is there?"

"It's not too much, maybe more than 10,000 yuan."

Hu Shijun's reaction was surprising as he exclaimed,

"Really? More than 10,000? That's not a small amount at all!"

His tone indicated a slight increase in excitement, and his words suggested that he was impressed by Liu Yong's financial success.

After hearing his friend's reaction, Liu Yong's face lit up with a warm and happy smile.

Liu Yong chuckled and said,

"My friend, you always have a way of making me feel like I haven't seen much of the world. I guess it's just that earning more than 10,000 has made me a little overly excited."

He spoke light-heartedly, perhaps poking fun at himself for being so easily thrilled by a relatively modest sum of money. Nevertheless, it was evident that he was in high spirits and enjoying the moment.

More than ten thousand!

Hu Shijun felt that this was a large sum of money. He had never had such a large amount of money since he graduated almost a year ago.

Hu Shijun happily reached for the menu and said with a grin,

"Brother Yong, since you're treating us today, I won't be polite. I'll pick out the most expensive dishes!"

His words were playful, and it was clear that he was grateful for Liu Yong's generosity and eager to take advantage of the occasion to indulge in some delicious food.

"Just order."

Liu Yong seemed very generous.

After carefully selecting several dishes from the menu, Hu Shijun put down the menu and declared,

"It should be enough food for us now." He appeared satisfied with his choices and ready to enjoy the meal ahead.

Despite his earlier statement about not being polite and ordering the most expensive dishes, Hu Shijun measured his selections. He refrained from choosing overly expensive options and opted for a few more modestly priced options.

Liu Yong then took the menu and ordered additional, selecting a large, more than two-catty grouper dish.

This dish alone was likely to cost several hundred dollars, far surpassing the cost of the previous dishes Hu Shijun had ordered. Liu Yong's willingness to spend generously on this meal reflected his newfound confidence and desire to celebrate his recent financial success. 𝙗𝒆𝙙𝒏𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡.𝙣𝙚𝒕

Hu Shijun was secretly amazed!

"Brother Yong, it's so cheap, it's at least a few hundred dollars."

"It's okay, brother, I have money now!"

"Brother Yong, tell me about how you got rich today, and make me happy too."

Singing in thought, Liu Yong paused momentarily and then explained, "It was quite simple, to be honest. I stumbled upon a gold chain and could sell it for more than 10,000 yuan."

His matter-of-fact tone conveyed his good fortune and the ease with which he had come into this newfound wealth.

Hu Shijun, however, did not seem to believe Liu Yong's story and teased him,

"Brother Yong, you're telling tall tales, just like you're lying to a child. Why can't I ever find a lucky break like that and pick up a gold chain?"

Liu Yong seemed unfazed by Hu Shijun's scepticism and replied,

"It's okay if you don't believe me. It's a hard thing to explain. I can't exactly say that I have a pet snapping turtle caught for me from Ink Lake, can I?"

With the conversation at a stalemate, Liu Yong changed the subject, smiling,

"Let's forget about it and eat our vegetables. That's what's important now."

He seemed eager to move on and enjoy their meal together, leaving the matter of his lucky find behind for now.

It was the first time that both Liu Yong and Hu Shijun had dined at a restaurant of this caliber, and they were both thoroughly enjoying the experience.

The rich flavors, the elegant atmosphere, and the attentive service all contributed to a truly memorable dining experience for the two of them.

They relished indulging in the luxurious surroundings and savouring the delicious food. It was an experience that they would likely never forget.

It is a rare meal!

After eating for more than an hour, the two left the restaurant.

The next day, the sun was high in the sky, reaching its zenith, and Liu Yong lazily stretched his waist, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. It was a luxurious sensation, as if he was completely relaxed and at ease.

Liu Yong felt a sense of freedom and contentment he had not experienced in a long time. He no longer felt pressure to look for a job or go to work. The feeling of leisure and leisurely living was a welcome change and adapting to a newfound sense of freedom.

"I didn't expect that one day, I would also become a vagrant, but I like it."

"How nice it is! You can sleep as long as you want and don't have to worry about work anymore."

"How about the little snapping turtle?"

Liu Yong initiated the examination of his pet by accessing the designated panel. He was elated to see the growth of the miniature snapping turtle who had been cared for by him.

Its size had increased once again, pleasing Liu Yong immensely. He estimated that at its current pace of growth, the snapping turtle would soon reach a weight of several tens of pounds within a short period.

The tiny snapping turtle had just finished its meal and felt satiated. It had been searching for a suitable spot to bask in the sun and enjoy its day.

"The host helped me to choose this place, which is so good. The water surface is wide, and I can do whatever I want."

"The key, is the fish and shrimp here are delicious, really satisfying."

"By the way, you can't forget what the master told you. Look for it after a while. You must find something valuable again."

The snapping turtle reminded itself.

A dark silhouette in the vicinity piqued the curiosity of the small snapping turtle, and it found itself instinctively swimming toward it. The turtle couldn't resist its intrigue and felt drawn toward the mysterious shadow.

In the past, when the snapping turtle was still relatively youthful and inexperienced, it would have reacted with fear and immediately retreated to a safe distance upon encountering a dark shadow like this.

The turtle would have sought safety and concealed itself from the perceived danger. However, as the turtle has grown and matured, its demeanor and reactions have changed, allowing it to approach and investigate potential threats by being confident.

Now it's different!

The tiny snapping turtle had grown significantly and now weighed approximately eight to nine pounds. Its claws were sharp and robust, providing it with strong gripping power. Its bite force was also remarkable, allowing it to attack the prey. With these physical attributes, the snapping turtle was well-equipped to thrive in its aquatic environment.

It is a black fish weighing several kilograms, swimming there.

The snapping turtle swam towards the black fish without any fear.

It came to the black fish in no time.

"Indeed, it must be!"

The little snapping turtle remembered the scene of being chased and bitten by a black fish a few days ago. At that time, it was still too small and could only escape and hide in the crevices of the rocks.

"The master said this revenge must be avenged and finally found it."

"Oops!"

If the black fish could talk, it would scream because the little snapping turtle bit it hard.

"Wow, this bite strength!"

With just one bite, the turtle could penetrate deeply into its prey, leaving at least five deep puncture marks. It could bite off large chunks of meat with immense bite power, making it a formidable hunter in its aquatic environment.

"Escape! Rush, quickly!"

The **** fish wildly thrashed its tail, attempting to break free and escape, but to no avail. The small snapping turtle had a firm grip, biting down hard with its powerful jaws while its front claws punctured the flesh and held on tightly. The fish couldn't escape the turtle's grasp due to its strength and determination.

One mouthful, two mouthfuls, three mouthfuls...…

A chaotic scene unfolded as nearby fish instinctively panicked and fled as quickly as they could in all directions, trying to escape from the confrontation. The sudden and intense struggle between the turtle and the **** fish had caused a commotion, leading the other fish in the vicinity to respond with fear and rapid retreat.

After a few bites, the **** fish burped and became a delicacy in the mouth of the little snapping turtle.

After eating about a third of it, the little snapping turtle threw away the bitten **** fish and swam away leisurely.

The mood is good.

With successful revenge, the little snapping turtle starts to look around, whether it can find some valuable things.

As the little snapping turtle and the **** fish continued their struggle, a group of snakeheads attracted to the commotion and began to search for its source.

Some of the smaller snakeheads concealed themselves from view, while snakeheads, weighing over five to six pounds, approached cautiously. The gathering of snakeheads created an intimidating presence, and the potential for danger was palpable in the water.

The small snapping turtle became a tyrant in this water area, and few fish could threaten it.

It rained heavily for two days in a row. Liu Yong did not go to Mohu Lake, but he still knew about the situation of the snapping turtle.

It could no longer be called a small snapping turtle. It has grown to over ten kilograms and can be considered a big guy.

It has gained a lot of weight, and its attributes have also increased. Its agility has exceeded 20, and its strength has reached 31.

Liu Yong also basically understands that the strength of an adult is about 40 to 50, and those athletes and special forces can reach more than 90 or even more than 100.

The snapping turtle has 31 points of strength, quickly catching up to an adult, and it's a mutation.

It finally cleared up today, and Liu Yong came to the ink lake again, still looking for a relatively remote place.

Earlier today, I had a conversation with the snapping turtle. It mentioned that it had discovered something exciting and desired to share it with Liu Yong.

The snapping turtle seemed excited about its discovery and wanted to share it with its owner.

Within two minutes, the snapping turtle swam over. Compared with two or three days ago, it was several times bigger, with something in its mouth.

"Master, take a look, is this thing worth money?"

Liu Yong saw what it was, and his heart beat slightly faster. He took it and put it in his hand, looking happy.

This thing is not dark, but it does not hinder judgment at all. It is 100% a silver dollar.

Silver dollars!

Unexpectedly, there are silver dollars in the ink lake.

"Wow, it is" ...…..