The days following his first big investment were filled with a whirlwind of emotions for Joon. His heart would leap when stock prices surged, and sink when they dipped. Though his initial choices in the renewable energy sector had remained mostly stable, the volatility of the market was an ever-present reminder that success wouldn't come easily.
Each morning, Joon awoke early, eyes scanning the system window and the screens before him. The village's quiet morning was in sharp contrast to the flurry of activity inside his mind. His routine was now a delicate dance of study, analysis, and cautious investment.
Current Status:
Level: 2
XP: 70 / 150
Capital: ₩126,250
Stats:
Negotiation: 2
Market Insight: 3
Stamina: 1
Stat Points Available: 0
One afternoon, Joon received a new quest notification.
[NEW QUEST RECEIVED]
Minimize Losses in a Declining Market
Stocks in your portfolio are showing signs of decline. Analyze and decide whether to hold or sell to minimize losses.
Reward: 40 XP
His stomach tightened as he checked his portfolio. GreenWave Batteries had dropped by nearly 8%, a sharp decline that worried him deeply. Was this a temporary blip, or the beginning of a steep fall? Joon reminded himself to stay calm and think logically.
He dug into news reports, searching for any clues behind the drop. A competitor had just launched a breakthrough battery technology, putting pressure on GreenWave. Joon considered his options carefully.
Using his Market Insight, he evaluated the potential recovery of the stock. Though risky, holding might pay off if the company managed to innovate quickly. On the other hand, selling now would cut his losses and preserve some capital for future trades.
After hours of weighing the pros and cons, Joon made a decision: he would sell half of his shares in GreenWave Batteries and hold the rest.
[MONEY TRANSACTION]
Sold: Half of GreenWave Batteries shares
Capital Increased: ₩38,000 (approximate based on market value)
Remaining Capital: ₩164,250
The system window confirmed his sale.
[TRANSACTION SUCCESSFUL]
You sold half your shares in GreenWave Batteries and recovered ₩38,000.
Despite the partial loss, Joon felt a sense of control and progress. Each decision, even setbacks, was teaching him something invaluable.
That evening, the system acknowledged his effort.
[QUEST COMPLETE: MINIMIZE LOSSES IN A DECLINING MARKET]
Reward: 40 XP
XP: 110 / 150
The reward pushed him closer to the next level. Joon's fingers trembled with anticipation — the next level up meant new stat points, new opportunities.
[SYSTEM TIP]
Effective risk management is crucial. Use your stats and market knowledge wisely.
Joon's journey was only beginning, but already he felt the tides of change pulling him forward. From a boy lost in manhwa and anime to a determined trader carving his path—his life was transforming one step at a time.
Summary after Chapter 6:
XP: 110 / 150
Capital: ₩164,250
Stats: Negotiation 2, Market Insight 3, Stamina 1
No stat points earned or spent yet