Chapter 69 is fully maxed out!

After dinner, Zhao Liyue went out for a night run, while Su Xiaonuan took a shower.

The warm water washed away the day's fatigue and the smell of blood.

Su Xiaonuan emerged from the bathroom wrapped in a soft bath towel, water droplets still dripping from her hair, exuding a relaxed, misty aura.

She collapsed onto her soft little bed, stared at the ceiling, and let out a long sigh of relief.

Today was filled with so many events happening in such a short time, from the terrifying experience at the aquarium to the heartwarming dinner at home, and then to Zhao Liming's phone call that cast a shadow over my life. My emotions were like a rollercoaster ride.

Only now, alone, did she truly calm down.

Just then, that familiar, cold, mechanical voice rang out precisely in my mind, carrying a businesslike rigor:

[Ding! This week's work summary begins...]

Daily task completion rate: 100%

[Weekly task completion rate: 100%, earning 700 merit points.]

Number of criminals apprehended/subdued: 4.

[Positive customer reviews and level of happiness: Extremely high.]

Overall rating: Excellent.

[Based on the host's excellent performance, this week's salary: 50,000 yuan, has been transferred to the host's linked bank account.]

[Bonus Merit Points: 1000 points.]

Current merit points balance: 5920 points.

The street vendor's energy system has been optimized, increasing its range by 30%. Storage space has been expanded by 50%, and a new temperature-controlled refrigeration zone has been added.

A series of notification sounds made Su Xiaonuan feel a little dizzy, especially when she heard that 50,000 yuan had been deposited into her bank account and that her merit points had exceeded 5,000. She couldn't help but sit up, pick up her phone from the bedside table, and open the bank app to confirm.

Looking at the string of numbers on the screen that had indeed exceeded 100,000, an indescribable sense of relief welled up in my heart.

Since retiring, uncertainty about the future and worries about her finances have been hanging over her like a faint gloom.

Forced to set up a stall by binding themselves to the system, the initial reason was simply to avoid being punished for gaining weight.

But now... this magical little food stall, this "hunting for sinful delicacies" business, has truly given her a foothold.

She is no longer the retired athlete who worries about making a living and whose future is uncertain.

She, Su Xiaonuan, is now a little rich woman with 100,000 yuan in liquid funds, more than 5,000 merit points, superb cooking skills, extraordinary physical abilities, and even a police officer "living" with her for protection...

Yes, at least they are financially independent and promising young people with bright futures!

The sense of hardship I felt regarding life and money truly vanished at that moment.

For the first time, she had a clear goal and a burning hope for the future—she wanted to manage this special business well, earn more money and merit points, catch more bad guys, and make more delicious food!

"Strength is the key!" Su Xiaonuan clenched her small fist, her eyes resolute.

Without hesitation, she issued the command in her mind: "System, upgrade! Cooking skills, physical enhancement, food cart enhancement, all maxed out!"

[Ding! 450 merit points consumed, cooking skill upgraded to Tier 6 (MAX)!]

[Enhancement Effect: Culinary skills have reached the current version's peak.]

[Ding! 300 merit points consumed, body enhancement upgraded to Tier 6 (MAX)!]

[Enhancement Effect: Physical attributes have reached the current version's peak human capabilities.]

[Ding! 1050 Merit Points consumed, cart upgraded to Tier 6 (MAX)!]

[Enhancement Effect: The street vendor's performance has reached its peak in the current version.]

[A total of 1800 merit points were consumed. Current merit point balance: 3420 points.]

A surge of power instantly coursed through my body, stronger than any previous upgrade!

The bones emitted a faint hum, the muscle fibers seemed to be reorganizing and optimizing, the five senses became more acute, and one could even clearly "hear" the steady breathing coming from the opposite room.

My knowledge and understanding of cooking have reached a whole new level. The characteristics of various ingredients, the subtle control of heat, the ultimate balance of flavors... it's like an innate instinct.

And the small stall cart parked downstairs seemed to have formed a closer connection with her; she could vaguely sense its condition.

This feeling... is amazing!

Su Xiaonuan rolled around on the bed excitedly, feeling so strong that she could punch through a wall and make delicious food that would make even the gods drool in no time!

[In recognition of the host's consistently excellent performance, and taking into account the occasional feelings of loneliness the host sometimes expresses—]

The system's voice sounded again, its tone seemingly... a little gentler?

[This system has decided to bestow upon the host a special companion next Tuesday morning—a black cat professionally trained by this system's plane. This companion possesses a sense of smell, hearing, and intuition far exceeding that of ordinary felines, and has an extremely high sensitivity to residual energy, hidden clues, and malicious scents, effectively assisting the host in discovering details of the case. Please take good care of it.]

A black cat? A partner? Can it help solve the case?

Su Xiaonuan was stunned, and then a strange warmth welled up in her heart.

She does sometimes feel a little lonely, especially late at night when it's quiet.

This system... is actually quite humane? Or rather, quite "systemic" in nature?

[Additional Note: This system will undergo its first maintenance and upgrade all day tomorrow, Monday, and will continue until the end of this Sunday. During this period, in addition to basic storage functions and task posting, functions such as the Merit Shop and Sin Radar will be temporarily closed. Please plan your schedule accordingly.]

[Weekly performance review summary complete. Goodnight, host.]

The system notification sound went silent.

Su Xiaonuan lay in the darkness, processing this series of information.

The immense power of reaching the maximum level, the anticipation of her partners, and the system's reminder that she would be upgrading tomorrow... She touched her chest, which was filled with a sense of fulfillment and warmth.

"A picnic!" she suddenly had a flash of inspiration. "Tomorrow's a day off. Let's take Zhao Liyue to the Snow Lake Woodland for a relaxing getaway! I've heard the scenery there is beautiful, and we can have a picnic there!"

Without hesitation, she happily planned tomorrow's menu, and drifted off to sleep, filled with anticipation for the outing.

The next morning, sunlight streamed in through the gaps in the curtains.

Su Xiaonuan woke up feeling refreshed. Her body, strengthened to the sixth level, had recovered from all fatigue after a night's rest.

She walked out of the room and saw Zhao Liyue already sitting in the living room, still dressed in neat casual clothes, checking her small equipment.

"Good morning, Sister Yue!" Su Xiaonuan greeted her with a bright smile. "I don't have any plans today and want to relax. How about we go on a picnic to Snow Lake Forest? I'll prepare some food; it'll be a good way to get some fresh air."

Zhao Liyue looked up, somewhat surprised.

She had assumed that Su Xiaonuan would be setting up a stall somewhere again today.

Upon hearing "picnic" and "prepare food," a barely perceptible glint flashed across her cold, beautiful face. Almost without hesitation, she nodded and said, "Okay. What do you need me to prepare?"

"No need, no need, I've already prepared all the ingredients, they're fine in the car." Su Xiaonuan waved her hand cheerfully.