I relied on leveling up to achieve a comeback.

"Sixteen attribute points!"

Xu Hao knew he had made a lot of money this time, but he didn't expect it to be this much.

A total of sixteen attribute points.

He really has to thank the Cui family.

Because if it were him, it would take him forever to catch thirty or forty treasure fish.

Even if you have the time, you may not have the opportunity or luck to capture it.

Now look what's happened, a whole afternoon has been wasted on Baoyu, who has been working on this for most of his life.

For this kind of profit, he would be willing to do it even if the Cui family didn't pay him.

Moreover, the Cui family also gave him twenty taels of silver every month.

"Cool!"

Xu Hao took a deep breath, his gaze returning to the attribute panel. After a moment's thought, he began allocating attribute points.

Strength +5, Stamina +6, Agility +5

The reason for this addition, besides wanting to increase physical strength, is to achieve attribute balance.

As for the spiritual aspect, he has not yet discovered its effects, so for now he is focusing on strengthening what has visible results.

boom.

Almost the instant the energy was allocated, a vast surge of pure energy coursed through his entire body.

Xu Hao immediately felt an unprecedented power.

The energy lasted for about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn before it gradually subsided.

Xu Hao opened his eyes, feeling his body brimming with power.

He felt he could smash a bull with one punch.

"Eighteen in strength, nineteen in stamina, plus eighteen in agility—these attributes are far superior to those of a second breakthrough, and even close to those of a third breakthrough!" Xu Hao clenched his fist.

Previously, he only thought that he could be invincible among those of the same level and fight against those of higher levels. Now it seems that he underestimated the power of leveling up.

At this rate, if he gets a few more treasure fish, and achieves the third or fourth breakthrough, he could directly become a powerhouse in the Strength Realm.

In addition to the improvement in strength, the most crucial thing is that the bonus to health points has been greatly increased.

Previously, his health was 100; now, with 19 stamina, his health has reached 400.

In his excitement, Xu Hao began practicing boxing in his room.

With his increased strength and stamina, his boxing techniques became even more fluid.

This will also allow him to adapt to the increase in strength more quickly.

Half an hour later, Xu Hao stopped practicing, glanced at his personal attributes, got up, and headed towards the Cui family's dining hall.

He needs to have a good meal.

It took Xu Hao a little time, mainly because he didn't know where the cafeteria was, and it took him some effort to find it.

When he arrived, he was amazed at just how luxurious the dining halls of the wealthy must be.

Compared to the Chen Family Martial Arts School, the canteen here is larger and has more people eating there.

Most of them were members of the Cui family, and there were also many martial arts experts.

"That's Xu Hao from the Fierce Tiger Martial Arts School, he reeks of fish!" Zhou Zikai said to his companion as he glanced at Xu Hao who had just entered.

"The Chen Family Martial Arts School's Fierce Tiger Fist is extremely powerful and should not be underestimated!" A man beside him said with a sinister look, then whispered, "Did you get a clear picture of the surrounding area during your patrol?"

"We visited some places yesterday, but there are still many areas we haven't explored!"

"Hurry up, the end of the year is almost here!"

"Yes!" The group whispered, then lowered their heads to eat.

Xu Hao entered the cafeteria, took his identification badge, walked to a serving window, and got his food.

"Huh, there's actually a bit of treasure fish meat in it?" Xu Hao's expression turned strange.

The Cui family is quite generous.

Although the meal didn't contain a whole giant bream, the fact that it included bream meat made it an extremely luxurious meal.

While eating, Xu Hao listened to the discussions around him and looked at the names of the people around him.

It has to be said that there were more people with red names in the Cui family's canteen than he had imagined.

"Forget it, I hope you're not spies from the Eternal Life Cult, but rather spies sent by other forces!"

After eating, Xu Hao returned to his room and, while the spirit of the treasure fish meat was still present, continued to practice the Fierce Tiger Fist.

Tiger Fist Proficiency +3.

[Body Tempering +3]

"This speed is pretty good, considering I didn't use any raw flesh pills!" Xu Hao worked quickly, and when he was tired, he lay down on the bed to rest.

The next day, Xu Hao got up early and went straight to the fishpond.

"What kind of precious fish do you need to kill today?" Xu Hao asked the fishmonger immediately.

"Sir, we don't have any for now. You killed off a month's worth of our supply yesterday!" the fishmonger replied hastily.

Xu Hao was speechless.

He thought he could make a steady profit today, just like yesterday.

After pondering for a moment, Xu Hao asked again, "Will they still send over the treasure fish on ordinary days?"

"They should send some. It's almost the end of the year, and the fish in the fishpond are ripe. In addition, they will also send fish caught from other blackwater swamps, because they can only fetch a good price during this time of year!" The fishmonger did not hide anything.

As the year draws to a close, prices for everything will go up.

"Hmm, let me know if you get it!" Xu Hao pondered for a moment, then went to the open space next to the fishpond and started practicing the Fierce Tiger Fist.

The food here is even better than at the Chen Family Martial Arts School.

In addition, there's a salary to be earned. Aside from not being able to purchase the unique training resources of the Chen Family Martial Arts School and having a lot of red names (indicating a high level of negative reputation), it's practically paradise.

"Lord Xu, because the mission involving Bao Yu has been put on hold and we are short-handed, we would like to have Xu Hao participate in the patrols. What do you think, Lord Xu?"

Just as Xu Hao was practicing his skills, a powerful member of the Cui family arrived and made a request.

"What mission should we change to?" Xu Hao frowned.

Are we really going to lose such an easy job as slaughtering precious fish?

"For some patrol missions, of course, my Cui family will pay extra compensation!" a powerful member of the Cui family said, mentioning the huge benefits.

"In that case, let's change it!" Xu Hao's eyes lit up, but he still made a request, "However, if this treasure fish is to be slaughtered, you must leave it for me!"

"Yes, at the end of the year, the treasure fish will be gathered together and slaughtered. Lord Xu will come then!" The Cui family expert patted his chest and guaranteed.

Because as martial artists, few are willing to lower themselves to do the work of slaughtering the treasure fish.

Even though it's a treasure fish, it's still a fish, and the smell of blood on its body is extremely strong.

After the negotiations were completed, Xu Hao was assigned to a large ship to patrol the night.

"My name is Liu Ming, and I am the captain of this operation. I have reached the second level of cultivation!" A burly man called everyone onto the deck of the ship and said seriously, "On this ship, my words are law, and no one needs to refute them. I only have one requirement, which is to safely pass through the patrol area!"

Do you have any objections?

"No!" everyone said.

Xu Hao echoed the sentiment.

But his expression was very solemn, because Liu Ming in front of him was actually a red name.

In addition to Liu Ming, there are two other people with red names.

A patrol boat with a crew of seven, and three of them were red-named (indicating they had no criminal record).

Damn it, what bad luck!

"Xu Hao, you're new here, so you'll be on duty tonight!" Liu Ming instructed.