Chapter 16: 100% Luck

### Chapter 16: 100% Luck

"Moshi moshi~"

"It's you, Ito-san. What's up?" Lin Qingshan stretched his stiff muscles.

Ito Ayumi was momentarily stunned before saying, "Oh, Qingshan-sensei, I have good news! *Edge Runner* ranked 14th in the last popularity survey and is now the top among the four new works!"

Lin Qingshan yawned. "Oh, is that so..."

Ito Ayumi, hearing Lin Qingshan's nonchalant tone, became anxious. "Qingshan-sensei, this is the first time *Edge Runner* has topped the newcomer rankings. Aren't you excited?"

"Well, it's just the top among newcomers, so I'm not too surprised," Lin Qingshan replied.

He wasn't too thrilled; after all, as someone who had crossed over with such advantages, it wasn't surprising that he didn't awe the world right from the first chapter. It would be embarrassing for transmigrators if they didn't make a splash right away.

Currently, *Edge Runner* seemed to have reached the sixth chapter.

The previous plot saw the protagonist David installing the "Sanweistan" and gaining tremendous power, washing away past humiliations. The female lead, Lucy, also appeared and started collaborating with David to steal chips after he captured her using the "Sanweistan."

The plot began to pick up, leading to Lucy semi-truthfully sharing her dreams with David, and David mistakenly joining Mann's Edge Runner team.

The plot of *Edge Runner* was slow to heat up at first, but once it did, it exploded with intensity.

It was the kind of intensity that made readers go emo and even become cyber-obsessed.

In his previous life, Lin Qingshan had played the game with Adam Smasher relentlessly after finishing the manga, using David's coat and Rebecca's gun in-game to hunt him down.

He did this for several days until, on the fourth day, he decided to explore locations featured in *Edge Runner* within the game.

"Anyway, Ito-san, I'm moving right now," Lin Qingshan said.

"Huh? You're moving, Qingshan-sensei? Where to?"

"Not far," Lin Qingshan scratched his head. "I'm just moving to a bigger three-bedroom apartment in the same landlord's building."

Having earned a considerable amount from *Edge Runner*—30,000 yuan for six chapters over three months, each with 15 pages—he could afford a better place than his cramped 20-square-meter rental.

He had decided to move into a larger apartment, which had become available when a tenant moved out two months ago. The rent was high at 4,000 yuan a month, even in the suburbs, reflecting the high cost of living in the city.

But Lin Qingshan could afford it. The three-bedroom apartment was more than just spacious; it allowed him to set up a dedicated studio, bedroom, and entertainment room, making his life more comfortable.

So, he promptly suggested moving to the landlord and began relocating today.

"I see… I won't keep you any longer," Ito Ayumi said politely.

"By the way, I might not be able to use this phone after moving. I'll get a new phone and number later. I'll contact you with the new number," Lin Qingshan added.

His old rental was conveniently located behind the landlord's convenience store, making the landline easy to use. But after moving, answering calls would require a few minutes' walk, so he decided to get a personal phone and number.

"Understood, Sensei."

...

"Ha!"

Lin Qingshan set down a box full of drawings, wiping the sweat from his forehead.

"Woof woof!"

Pochita, now larger than before, followed Lin Qingshan to the new place.

"Pochita, good job."

Lin Qingshan set down Pochita's dog bed and patted its head.

Three months had passed, and Pochita had grown from a tiny puppy to a small dog, though still very much a puppy in appearance. It seemed to be a local rural breed, very smart, obedient, and well-liked by both Lin Qingshan and Gu Qianli.

"Woof woof!"

Pochita nuzzled Lin Qingshan's hand affectionately.

Lin Qingshan smiled and said, "Alright, it's time to get a new phone and number."

"Speaking of new phones, oh… System!"

A high-tech virtual interface appeared before him, visible only to him.

**[Host: Lin Qingshan]**

**[Abilities: Hard Disk Memory (Diamond), Cinematic Storyboard (Platinum), Artistic Kaleidoscope (Master), 100% Luck (Silver)]**

**[Points: 650]**

**[Current Tasks -**

- **Unknown Soldier:** Create any type of work and receive praise from three people. Progress: 3/3 (Completed)

- **Rising Fame:** Create any type of work and receive praise from ten people. Progress: 10/10 (Completed)

- **Soaring Reputation:** Create any type of work and receive praise from one hundred people. Progress: 72/100 (500 points)

- **Initial Fame:** Make ten people know your name and leave a deep impression. Progress: 10/10 (Completed)

- **Notable:** Make one hundred people know your name and leave a deep impression. Progress: 11/100 (200 points)

- **Born Talent:** Show your talent and change the world! Rewards vary by the level of change. (First Stage: Luck 100% ability granted, Second Stage in Progress—)]

"Wow, it's been a while since I checked. I've accumulated so many points and gained a new ability?"

Lin Qingshan's eyes lit up.

After opening the task list, the completed tasks had disappeared, leaving only the ongoing ones and the stage-based task "Born Talent."

"What is this 100% Luck ability?"

He curiously examined the new ability, which was only at the silver level and seemed relatively weak.

A detailed description of "100% Luck" appeared before him.

**[100% Luck: Increases your luck by 5%. On your astrological sign's day, your luck reaches 100%.]**

(End of Chapter)