A Life of Attributes Starting as a Nobleman in the Republic of China Era

The Chen family mansion is a four-courtyard structure. The front courtyard was mainly used for servants to live in, or for entertaining guests when holding banquets.

The front and back yards are separated by a garden corridor, paved with fine bluestone slabs. The corridor is decorated with artificial hills and water features, making the whole place look both grand and elegant.

After passing through the corridor, Chen Che arrived at the side hall in the backyard with ease.

As soon as Chen Che stepped through the door, he saw a noblewoman sitting in the hall. This woman was his birth mother, Madam He.

"Mother, your son has brought you osmanthus cake from Guiyuelou."

Seeing the noblewoman's cold face, Chen Che approached her with a grin and took out the small box containing pastries from his hand.

Seeing his grinning face, Mrs. He immediately lost her composure and said irritably, "You're always so good at flattering me!"

After saying that, he gently pinched a piece of pastry with his thumb and forefinger and put it in his mouth.

"I've made you some ginseng soup. Have a bowl to warm yourself up first."

As soon as he finished speaking, a maid came in with a bowl and gently placed the soup in front of Chen Che.

Chen Che picked up the porcelain bowl with gold rims and scooped up a spoonful with a silver-plated spoon.

Chen Che was stunned after taking just one sip.

"What's wrong? Doesn't it taste good?"

Upon seeing this, Madam He immediately asked with concern.

"No, it's delicious."

Chen Che shook his head, a strange smile inexplicably appearing on his lips.

Just as he was drinking the soup, after swallowing the last drop, he suddenly received a system notification without warning.

[A century-old ginseng soup, +0.1 to life]

This is increasingly resembling an online game, where everything can increase attribute points.

"I'm warning you, you're not allowed to go to that den of filth again. Wasn't the lesson learned last time enough? Who knows what kind of people live in that kind of filthy place?"

Listening to He's rambling, Chen Che gave a helpless, bitter smile.

When he had the accident last time, his father, Chen Qichuan, did not tell He Shi the truth so as not to worry her too much. He Shi thought he had encountered robbers who were blocking the road.

"I understand. I'll just stay home these next few days."

Chen Che nodded and obediently replied.

If Madam He knew about the danger posed by the masked man in black, it would only make her anxious and worried.

The situation is still unclear, and danger lurks at any moment. The fewer people who know the truth, the better.

Besides, he really doesn't plan to go out recently; he needs to study his cheat system carefully.

He felt that the cheat system should be more than just increasing attributes.

"You know that's good. If you get bored at home, I'll have someone hire an opera troupe to come and perform at our house from time to time!"

When Mrs. He was happy, her tone softened a bit.

"A doting mother often spoils her son," Chen Che finally understood why his predecessor, this young master, had been so absurd.

He chatted with Mrs. He for a while, and then took his leave as it was getting late.

The next day.

Chen Che got up early, washed up, changed into a trendy tracksuit, and started running around the yard.

After a dozen or so laps, Chen Che's body was starting to give out.

When Xi Yu saw Chen Che stop, she immediately came over with a hot towel to help him wipe his sweat.

"Alright, I can do it myself!"

Chen Che sighed. After nearly a month of being waited on hand and foot, he felt that his spoiled brat habits were becoming more and more pronounced.

The old society was too decadent!

If it weren't for the danger lurking around him like the masked men in black, he would have wanted to continue down this path of depravity.

"Young Master, you seem to be in a good mood today?"

As expected of her trusted maid, Xi Yu keenly sensed Chen Che's emotions.

Chen Che smiled, his good mood naturally stemming from receiving another helpful tip.

[Jogging 1000 meters increases speed by 0.1]

After resting for a while and gradually recovering his strength, he began to lift the stone weight that he had specially arranged for him.

His body was weakened from a long illness, so he was in poorer shape than the average person. He struggled to lift the ten-kilogram stone weight.

After a few moves, Chen Che felt his arm muscles were sore and almost wanted to give up.

But every time I wanted to give up, the image of the masked man in black punching me through the chest would appear in my mind, and I would grit my teeth and persevere.

"How much drizzle has it been?"

Five minutes later, Chen Che felt his entire arm was almost numb.

"Forty-three times, young master!"

Fine rain was keeping track of the numbers, and she was gritting her teeth as if she were the one lifting the stone lock.

Chen Che let out a low roar, as if he had used all his strength, and continued.

"Forty-eight!"

"Forty-nine!"

"Fifty!"

As soon as Xi Yu counted to fifty, Chen Che threw the stone lock heavily to the ground and collapsed to the ground.

"Young Master, you're amazing! I initially thought you wouldn't even be able to last ten reps!"

With a look of admiration, Xi Yu came over and helped Chen Che to a recliner, then diligently massaged his shoulders and legs.

Chen Che was too exhausted to even speak, so he simply closed his eyes to check if he had received any notifications from the cheat system.

[Lift the stone weight fifty times, Strength +0.1]

Name: Chen Che

【Life: 0.7】

【Strength: 0.8】

【Speed: 1.2】

【Spirit: 1.3】

From yesterday until now, all of his attributes except for his mental attribute have increased by 0.1.

Although the increase was not significant, it at least taught Chen Che how to improve his attributes.

Given time, he will gradually grow and mature.

The current approach is definitely a clumsy one, but it can be improved gradually in the future, so there's no need to rush.

With a clear direction, Chen Che's mood immediately brightened.

Comfortably enjoying the drizzle, noon arrived quickly.

Around eleven o'clock, Chen Che saw Chen San peeking out from the moon gate, waved him over, and let him in.

For a follower like Chen San to enter the inner courtyard, Chen Che's approval is required.

"Xi Yu, young master, I'm a little thirsty. Could you go and get me some fruit?"

After seeing Xiyu off, Chen Che sat up and asked Chen San with a serious expression, "How did things go?"

The incident from a month ago remained a thorn in his side; he would have to remain vigilant until he found out the origins of the masked man in black.

But there's no way you can guard against thieves for a thousand days if you're a thief for a thousand days, so he has to find out the truth about this.

"As per the young master's instructions, the men have been dispatched, and we should have news in a few days."

"Well done, go to the accounting office to collect your reward later."

Chen Che nodded in satisfaction; he trusted Chen San's abilities.

Don't be fooled by his submissive demeanor in front of Chen Che. Once he steps out of this door, he'll be called "Third Brother" in the lower echelons of the underworld in Jinling City.

"By the way, remember to go to Xingrentang and ask a few masters who know bone setting and massage to come to my house once every morning and evening."

This body is in very poor condition. It's so difficult to even do regular training. It needs to be properly cared for.

"Okay, I'll get on it right away!"

Seeing that Xi Yu had returned, and that Chen Che had nothing else to instruct him on, Chen San tactfully took his leave.

Go!

Chen Che waved his hand.