A Single Person's Infinite Wonderful Life

This further solidified her determination to make a name for herself in Tokyo. Her family ran a seafood wholesale business, and despite working hard all year round, her parents' combined annual net income was only a mere ten million yen. Although this was considered a high-income group in the area, the work was incredibly tiring. Having helped her family with moving before, Michiru knew that this line of work was all hard-earned money.

Li Wei's story is just a light novel, which is equivalent to her parents working hard for several years. The huge difference is obvious to anyone with eyes to see.

Her family could only afford to live in a small coastal town, while Li Wei, at his age, could earn enough in a year to buy a house in the most bustling area of ​​Tokyo. Such a huge gap would cause even the most optimistic person to feel a momentary sense of imbalance.

However, Michiru Hyodo has a good mental fortitude and quickly recovered from her negative emotions.

Li Wei said, "There's no exaggeration here. Tokyo is a place full of hidden talents, and there are all sorts of 'gods' among the high-income group. Although I am already one of the highest-earning people in the light novel community, there is still a considerable gap between me and those capitalists who run companies or top lawyers."

Li Wei poured various vegetables into the hot pot. Although this was a beef hot pot, it was different from the spicy hot pot that the people of Chongguo were familiar with. The so-called hot pot here was mostly clear broth. In particular, the famous sumo hot pot was denounced as heresy by Chongguo hot pot lovers. Can you eat hot pot without spice?

However, the Japanese, whose palates tend to be mild, can't enjoy the spicy and numbing flavors favored by Chinese people, so they just eat this kind of light broth hot pot. If it weren't for catering to Michiru Hyodo's tastes, Li Wei would have already gone to a Sichuan hot pot restaurant to satisfy his craving. Seeing Michiru Hyodo's dazed expression, Li Wei continued, "Musicians who make it big earn quite a bit of money; an annual income of ten million is the bare minimum."

Li Wei didn't want to complain about the value of the Japanese yen anymore. In Japan, the currency value is high, but the prices are even higher. Earning tens of millions a year is just a big exaggeration. When converted to RMB, it's only a few hundred thousand. Moreover, because of the high prices, if a Japanese person spends ten million yen in Japan, the purchasing power of the RMB is far greater than that of an American citizen spending the equivalent of ten million Japanese yen in Japan.

In Japan, the true high-income threshold starts at an annual income of 20 million yen, but only a very small number of people can achieve this standard. Even in Setagaya Ward, the average income is only slightly over 12 million yen. Michiru Hyodo sighed, "It's a pity I don't have much talent in literature, otherwise, I would like to write light novels."

"You should focus on making good music first. Making a living from light novels isn't easy. The pressure might not be much less than making music, so don't let one cause you to neglect the other," Li Wei said.

While Michiru Hyodo possesses considerable talent, she's merely a jack-of-all-trades, master of none. The chances of such a jack-of-all-trades making a name for herself in the light novel world are even slimmer than her chances of achieving instant fame in the music industry.

Chapter 116. Work Issues

Seeing Michiru's silence, Li Wei knew that what he had said had already affected her. He wasn't intentionally trying to hurt Michiru, but she was really being a bit arrogant and naive. Aki Tomoya was still able to continue playing games because Li Wei was there to protect him.

But there's no such thing as a free lunch. Aki Tomoya is currently using the money to make games, but he will pay a much higher price later.

Li Wei didn't intend to offer Michiru Hyodo much help, since it had already been agreed that he would only help within his capabilities.

In the otaku world, Li Wei might have enough power to turn things around, but the music industry is beyond his influence. He lacks the connections in that field, and even if he wanted to offer help, it would be difficult. After all, Li Wei isn't someone with the "face-saving" ability, where everyone has to give him face.

"Li Weijun, do you know any temporary jobs that require less time but pay well?" asked Michiru Hyodo.

"The kind of job you're talking about, there isn't a single legitimate one." Li Wei poured cold water on Hyodo Michiru again, but what he said was true. Legitimate jobs don't offer such good benefits.

"Really not a single one?" Michiru Hyodo asked, unwilling to give up.

“There’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world. If you want to make money quickly, the only options are those illegitimate jobs. But to be honest, I don’t recommend you do those things. Once you step into a quagmire, it’s hard to get out. If you still have a way out, then don’t even think about those things,” Li Wei said.

Michiru Hyoudou nodded. Although Li Wei didn't specify what the so-called "quagmire" was, it certainly wasn't a good job, so she decided not to think about it too much.

After all, she still has a way out. If she doesn't make a name for herself in two years, she can go back to school. With her academic ability, she can definitely get into a prestigious university like Tokyo University or Waseda University and enter society as a graduate of a top university. That way, no matter what she does, she won't be easily looked down upon.

Li Wei continued, “I suddenly remembered that there is such a job that makes money quickly. It does not require you to trample on your dignity and body. The speed at which you can make money is much faster than other jobs. Moreover, the working hours are short and you don’t need to go out when there are no tasks. Even if there is no work, the higher-ups will still pay to support these staff members.”

Michiru Hyodo placed her hands on the table, leaning close to Levi, her eyes full of anticipation: "Oh?! There's such a job? Please tell me!"

Li Wei said, "Eat something first. I'm afraid you won't be able to eat anything after I tell you about this job."

Michiru Hyoudou grabbed Li Wei's shoulder urgently, her face almost touching his, and said seriously, "Please tell me about this job, I would be extremely grateful! I'm willing to do any job to realize my musical dreams! I'd even be willing to be a garbage collector!"

In Japan, there are specialized garbage collectors, and some women do this full-time, earning around four to six million yen a year. It's a very tough job, but it's one of the few jobs that doesn't require long working hours. However, the entry requirements are quite strict; if you fail the medical examination and physical fitness test, the relevant departments won't hire you.

Given Michiru Hyodo's athletic abilities, passing the test shouldn't be too difficult.

Li Wei said, "Garbage cleaners are a job that many people are eager to do. It's not something you can do just because you want to. And the job I'm talking about is somewhat similar to garbage cleaner, but there are very few people willing to do this job. So the relevant departments have as many people as they can."

"Is there really such a job? That's amazing!" Michiru Hyodo was grabbed by Li Wei and pressed back into her seat, where she sat obediently and dignifiedly like a lady.

Li Wei said, "This job is called 'cleaner.' Michiru, you should know that Japan is a country with a high suicide rate, and also a super-aged country with a serious aging population. So there are many special corpses that need to be dealt with. For example, those elderly people who die in their own houses for a long time without anyone knowing, until the body decomposes and the neighbors report it, as well as people who commit suicide in their own rooms. Their bodies, due to the visual impact and stench caused by their high degree of decomposition, are something that almost no one wants to deal with. And 'cleaners' specialize in doing this."

Michiru Himado shuddered. She finally understood why so few people were willing to do this job; after all, not everyone had the courage or the capacity to face a highly decomposed corpse. (Please give flowers.)

Li Wei, seemingly oblivious to Michiru Hyodo's slightly pale face, continued, "Because few people are willing to do this kind of work, the authorities offer a base salary of 300,000 yen per month to recruit enough cleaners. This amount is guaranteed regardless of whether there are any missions or not. However, cleaners do not have the right to refuse missions; they only have the privilege of refusing missions three times a year. The fee for each mission is calculated separately, with 300,000 yen for each mission. They also receive a semi-annual bonus every six months, and an annual bonus at the end of the year."

Michiru Hyodo seemed to have thought of something disgusting and almost vomited. Her face turned somewhat pale as she said, "It's normal that not many people would like to do this job, but I'm willing to do it for my musical dreams. I have a question: how many street cleaners are there in Tokyo?"

Li Wei said, "Tokyo has a population of over 19 million, but all the street cleaners combined number less than 100."

Michiru Hyodo was torn between her inner thoughts and her own. To pursue her musical dreams, she had fallen out with her family and even took a leave of absence from school to travel to Tokyo. There was no way she could go home like this.

Although being a cleaner is a rather daunting job, the hours are very flexible. Not only does it offer a decent base salary, but a single job can earn an average person nearly a month's income. For a musician like her who needs time to practice and maintain her form, it's a uniquely good job.

However, Michiru Hyodo underestimated the negative impact of this job on people. Some cleaners permanently lost their sense of smell because of this job, and others developed mental hallucinations because they saw too many rotting corpses and now have to go to the psychiatrist every few days.

It's fair to say that every street cleaner experiences some degree of problems because of this job, with some even suffering complete mental breakdowns. There's a reason why a megacity with nearly 20 million people has fewer than 100 street cleaners: many bankrupt people would rather be homeless or collect scrap than work as street cleaners, which shows just how problematic this job is.

Of course, Li Wei wouldn't betray Michiru Hyodo; he had his own reasons for mentioning these things.

Chapter 117. Returning to the Apartment

Li Wei's goal was simple: to make Michiru Hyodo aware of the hardships of life, thus making it easier for him to intervene in her life.

In relationships between men and women, it is very common to use a few tricks at the right time.

After Michiru realized the problems she was about to face, dinner ended, and Li Wei carried her guitar case and dragged her suitcase. The two of them strolled leisurely in the sunset.

"This city is so beautiful! It's completely different from my hometown, a small city. I wish I could settle down here." Michiru Hyodo looked at Li Wei, who was carrying her luggage, and felt a little embarrassed. She had already caused Li Wei quite a bit of trouble today.

“I believe you can succeed at ‘960,’ but you will face some challenges along the way,” Li Wei said.

"Thank you for your encouragement. I will take these words as motivation to improve myself. Li Weijun, do you like music?" Hyodo Michiru asked with her hands behind her back and her steps light.

"I have some knowledge of music, but it's limited to classical and symphonic music. As for singing, I don't have much interest in it."

Michiru Hyodo was shocked. Li Wei was already amazing enough as a bestselling light novel author who could sell more than 300,000 copies of a single novel. She did not expect that Li Wei also had some knowledge of classical music and symphony. Could a person really be so talented?

"Li Weijun, you also study classical and symphonic music? Do you want to go to an art college in the future?" Michiru Hyodo asked curiously.

Li Wei said, "I have been admitted to Tokyo Metropolitan University of the Arts in advance. After completing three years of high school, I will be admitted directly without taking the entrance exam. In addition to music, Tokyo Metropolitan University of the Arts also has a top-notch oil painting program."

With a sour expression, Michiru Hyodo said, "I must say, Li Wei-kun, you also have some knowledge of oil painting..."

"The reason why Dongyi University of the Arts admitted me is because my oil painting skills are quite good among my peers. As for music, it's just an extra," Li Wei said with a smile.

Michiru Hyodo was at a loss for words. The handsome boy in front of her was simply the epitome of Versailles. That was Tokyo University of the Arts, one of the top art universities in Japan. Its status in the art world was like that of the University of Tokyo to ordinary people. Those who could enter Tokyo University of the Arts could be said to be the pride of heaven.

Michiru Hyodo had considered applying to Tokyo University of the Arts, but she lacked confidence, so she chose to focus on her strengths and aim directly for the university.

"Li Weijun, you are the most amazing person I've ever met in my age group, without a doubt," said Michiru Hyodo in admiration.

Li Wei said, "This world is vast, and there are countless geniuses. In places we don't know, there are many talented and extraordinary people. I can only say that I have some skills, but as for being a genius, I really wouldn't dare to call myself one."

The streets under the setting sun have a more human touch compared to the busy morning. The two walk side by side, and to onlookers, they look like an enviable young couple.

It wasn't just Li Wei who attracted attention; Hyodo Michiru herself was also a top-tier beauty and extremely popular at her school. The two of them together were a perfect match.

After walking down a street, Li Wei stopped and said, "I'm going to take a taxi home. My place is quite a distance from here, and I don't know how long it would take to walk there."

Michiru Hyoudou nodded. Li Wei took out his phone and dialed the number of the driver of one of the taxis he often took, asking him to come and pick him up.

Ride-hailing services are not well-developed in Japan, so many taxi drivers leave their business cards in their cars to make it easier for big clients like Li Wei, who frequently need to use taxis, to book rides.

About ten minutes later, the two waited for a taxi. The driver got out and put all of Li Wei's luggage into the trunk before driving them away. The service of taxis in Japan is absolutely impeccable, but some of the drivers are quite old. If you encounter a driver who is over seventy years old and still driving a taxi, you really don't dare to take such a taxi without a very strong heart.

The taxi stopped at the foot of the apartment building. Li Wei took the luggage and led Hyodo Michiru into the lobby. After passing through the access control and swiping their cards at the elevator entrance, they took the elevator back to their floor.

Michiru Hyodo looked around like a curious child, but she kept her mouth shut and didn't ask any questions.

In reality, Michiru Hyodo had many questions she wanted to ask, but she felt that asking some of them would make her seem like a country bumpkin, so for the sake of her image, she chose to suppress her curiosity.

Unlike the clean but old-fashioned buildings in the small town, everything in this high-end apartment gave off a high-class and modern feel, which was completely different from her usual environment. So when Hyoudou Michiru stood here, she felt out of place with her surroundings.

Li Wei opened the door, put down Michiru Hyodo's luggage, and went into the house first. He said to Michiru Hyodo behind him, "Come in, there are spare slippers at home."

Li Wei sat down in the entryway to change her shoes. Hyodo Michi looked ahead and saw a shocking scene: a beautiful, voluptuous girl with long, flowing hair was sitting cross-legged on the sofa, holding a phone and wearing headphones, seemingly watching a TV series. Next to her was a slender, short-haired, pretty girl sitting upright on the sofa reading a book. At the bar not far away, a tall, mature woman with short hair, clearly an adult, was making coffee.

Michiru Hyodo, like a robot, stammered, "Li Wei, besides living with your girlfriend, do your older sister and younger sister also live here?" "No, they're all my girlfriends," Li Wei replied with a smile.

Hyodo Michiru froze.

Chapter 118. Initial Restraint Upon Arrival

Michiru Hyodo's mind was a little confused. She originally thought that there was only one girl living with Li Wei. After all, according to modern people's values, isn't it common sense to only have one girlfriend?

However, the situation before her was beyond her comprehension; having three girlfriends was utterly absurd.

However, what Michiru Hyodo didn't know was that there was another girl who wasn't there. Otherwise, the scene would have been even more lively. After all, where there's Eriri, there's persecution and joy.

Kasumigaoka Utaha, who was sitting cross-legged on the sofa, straightened her legs, took off her headphones, and said, "Honey, is this little sister the one you said needed help? Is her name Hyodo Michiru? Aki Tomoya's cousin?"

"Little?" Hearing the term "little sister," Michiru Hyodo almost exploded, but when she saw Kasumigaoka Utaha standing up, her inner rebuttal was immediately swallowed back, because compared to Kasumigaoka Utaha, she was indeed "little." Because of Li Wei's cultivation of the *Huangdi 26 Flying Ascension Scripture*, Kasumigaoka Utaha and the others also received tremendous benefits. Except for Eriri, who missed this wave of "enhancement," Kasumigaoka Utaha, Kato Megumi, and Machida Sonoko all received feedback from the technique. Not only did their skin become more delicate, but their various minor flaws completely disappeared, and their figures were also optimized, becoming even more perfect than before. It was precisely because of this that the two girls, who were evenly matched in the original story, now had a clear winner upon meeting.

Kasumigaoka Utaha's beauty was so dazzling that Hyodo Michiru found it hard to believe that such a beauty existed in the world. Her original confidence was shattered.

Moreover, there are two beauties like Kasumigaoka Utaha in this house, which is already a triple blow.

Seeing the embarrassed Michiru Hyodo, Machida Sonoko, the eldest sister, walked over, took Michiru Hyodo's hand, and said with a familiar smile, "Don't feel pressured. Kasumigaoka Utaha is just like that. Actually, once you get to know her, you'll find that she's a very easy person to talk to."

Machida Sonoko introduced the other two to herself, then pulled Hyodo Michiru to sit down on the sofa and chatted about topics that girls are interested in.

Kasumigaoka Utaha watched this scene without saying anything. In her opinion, Hyodo Michiru did not pose any threat for the time being. Moreover, if Li Wei really had that kind of intention, could she really stop him? Rather than that, it would be better to build a good relationship first.

Kasumigaoka Utaha said, "It's a bit hot today. I'll go get the watermelon from the fridge. Michiru, you shouldn't be on your period, so you can eat something cold, right?"

"Uh, no." Michiru Hyodo answered in a low voice. Kasumigaoka Utaha gave her a somewhat aloof first impression, but just as Machida Sonoko said, the other party was not a difficult person to approach.

A short while later, Kasumigaoka Utaha came into the living room carrying a large tray. In addition to a lot of pre-cut watermelon, there were also some mangoes and dragon fruit.

"Um...isn't this a bit extravagant?" Michiru Hyodo said softly.

Kato Megumi, who had already put down her light novel, said, "Of course, we should use the best things to entertain guests." "I know that, but isn't this a bit too much?" Hyodou Michiru asked with some doubt.

Because of the agricultural protection law, fruits in Japan are either luxury items or mid-range luxury items. Fruits like watermelons are usually treated as snacks by the Japanese, and they are usually bought by the piece. It's nothing like now, where a whole plate of them is served at once.