Farming Games are All About Grinding-Chapter 44: The Completion of the Firmiana Tree

After returning home, Han Qiwu didn’t have the energy to chop trees or smash rocks anymore. Seeing that it was still early, he grabbed a small stool and sat in the yard, enjoying the breeze.

Just as he was enjoying the wind, a distant noise suddenly rang out:

"Boom!"

"An earthquake?" Han Qiwu quickly stood up and moved away from the house.

After standing there for a while, Han Qiwu felt no further tremors.

"Hmm..."

The vibration of a text message startled Han Qiwu, nearly making him throw his phone away.

The message read: "Road blockage due to landslide explosion in progress. Please remain calm. Estimated explosion time is half an hour. —Water Buffalo Town Office."

A false alarm—it turned out to be an explosion.

"So exhausting. I’m going to sleep." Han Qiwu tidied up his belongings, tossed the day’s fish haul into the sales box, and went to bed early.

Just waiting for tomorrow to raise chickens!

February 9th — Daily Log

"Clatter-clatter-clatter (sound of Gold Coins falling)"

Revenue...240 Gold (Spotted Bass)

Revenue...180 Gold (Sunfish)

Revenue...100 Gold (Smallmouth Bass)

Farming XP +0

Foraging XP +194

Fishing XP +416

Combat XP +0

Mining XP +0

Character Relationship Changes:

Tang Jing: ❤❤

Current Funds: 3104 Gold

Total Revenue: 12027 Gold

[Your total revenue has surpassed 10,000 Gold. Legend Value +1]

[Legend Value: Increases the probability of triggering mysterious events]

"Cock-a-doodle-doo!"

The little rooster’s crow was strange this morning, sounding subdued yet carrying a hint of excitement.

Han Qiwu understood immediately.

The little rooster is about to face life’s hardships too, huh.

After getting up, Han Qiwu glanced at the new attribute he acquired last night as he walked toward the TV.

"Legend Value—does this mean I can turn farming into a legend too?" Han Qiwu mumbled to himself, suddenly realizing something as he spoke.

That’s exactly what Shennong was famous for!

Farming is ingrained in humanity’s very essence.

"I hope it triggers some positive mysterious events. Please don’t let Mr. Ke give out candy; that’ll completely derail the mood." Han Qiwu eagerly turned on the TV.

What if the cooldown for Shennong Recipes has already ended?

[Weather Forecast]

Tomorrow will be sunny. Enjoy watering your crops!

[Life Hacks]

Chickens can forage on weeds in the yard, but only during spring, summer, and autumn.

[Almanac]

Today’s almanac is unavailable.

[Shennong Recipes]

Looks like you’ve got honey! In that case, you simply must try this recipe!

[Congratulations, you’ve learned how to make Honey Pomelo Tea]

[Honey Pomelo Tea]

[Ingredients: Honey ×2, Pomelo ×1]

[Effects: Refreshes the mind and relieves muscle fatigue]

[Notes: A mysterious favorite of someone]

As expected, a new recipe was unlocked!

Though I still don’t know how to obtain pomelos, learning an extra recipe is always a good thing.

The life hacks remain just as useful as ever; I’ll figure out the specifics once I visit the ranch.

As for the "Almanac" section taking a break, Han Qiwu was understanding.

It’s not like they’re working a 9-to-9 job anyway—taking two days off should be fine, right?

Wait—days off?

Turns out there are even rest days in this week...

I’ve been working for nine days straight, so does that mean I’ve...? ...Forget it, why bother overthinking?

Am I not grinding the game anymore?

Time to check out the chicken coop!

Shaking off those thoughts, Han Qiwu energetically stepped out of his house.

In the soft light of dawn, a wooden chicken coop stood faintly glowing.

[Congratulations! You now own your first animal building]

[Please Choose a Name]

"Naming the chicken coop? How about ’Customary Shop’?" A daring thought crossed Han Qiwu’s mind.

Forget it—tempting fate isn’t a good idea.

"I’ll name it ’Wutong.’" Han Qiwu said aloud.

Phoenixes rest on Wutong trees.

[Name Successfully Registered]

[Wutong]

[Capacity: 6]

[Attached Facility: Feed Box]

[Animals Suitable for Breeding: Chickens]

The first chicken coop was finally built, but judging by the attached facility, it seems chickens require feed.

I just don’t know where the feed comes from; I’ll have to check that later.

Han Qiwu quickly ate breakfast, skipped watering the crops, and headed straight to the ranch.

Time to buy some chicks!

Back when visiting morning markets, every time Han Qiwu saw those colorful chicks, he wanted to buy them for fun. Unfortunately, Mrs. Han always said, "Respect life; our household isn’t suitable for raising chicks. Wait until you grow up and discuss it then."

It was just a casual dismissal from Mrs. Han at the time.

Unexpectedly, after growing up, Han Qiwu really could raise chicks.

Upon reaching the ranch, Han Qiwu only saw the iron gate gods—two big locks.

[Ranch Opening Hours: 8:00–20:00]

The current time was 7:15.

Too early; might as well water at home.

Left with no choice, Han Qiwu decided to go forage for wild vegetables instead.

After a round of foraging, Han Qiwu’s haul wasn’t very satisfactory. After all, these weren’t cultivated crops, so the yield instability was normal.

Sigh—I wonder when I’ll be able to grow fruit trees.

Raspberry: "...Seriously, stop harvesting only me for fruit! I’m going extinct!"

It was just killing time anyway. After wandering around until 8:00, Han Qiwu returned to the ranch.

Upon entering, Yang Yangyang handed him a catalog without saying a word.

On point!

[Build Farm Facilities]

[Purchase Livestock]

[Purchase Feed]

Han Qiwu clicked the second option—Purchase Livestock.

[Currently Owned Animal Building: Chicken Coop]

[Animals Available for Purchase: Chickens]

[White Speckled Hen]

[Price: 800 Gold]

[Space Requirement: 1]

[Daily Feed Requirement: 1 portion]

[Animal Products: White-Shell Egg, Large White-Shell Egg]

[Brown Speckled Hen]

[Price: 800 Gold]

[Space Requirement: 1]

[Daily Feed Requirement: 1 portion]

[Animal Products: Brown-Shell Egg, Large Brown-Shell Egg]

[Green Earth Hen]

[Price: 900 Gold]

[Space Requirement: 1]

[Daily Feed Requirement: 1 portion]

[Animal Products: Green-Shell Egg, Large Green-Shell Egg]

[Meat Chicken]

[Price: 500 Gold]

[Space Requirement: 1]

[Daily Feed Requirement: 2 portions]

[Animal Products: Chicken Meat]

Han Qiwu nodded while browsing; the variety of livestock was rich, generally divided into laying hens and broilers, with laying hens further categorized by eggshell color.

"So expensive! They’re even pricier than seeds." Han Qiwu had only 3104 Gold left, and that was thanks to opening a treasure chest to find 2333 Gold.

"If I were to buy one of each type, it would cost 3000 Gold—not even enough to fill the chicken coop, let alone leave room to buy feed." Han Qiwu felt a bit tight for cash.

He glanced over at the feed purchase option.

[Authentic Chicken Feed (1 portion)]

[Price: 50 Gold]

[Note: Feed for chickens]

This expensive????

If the chicken coop were filled with six chickens, he’d spend 300 Gold daily just on feed.

No wonder the life hacks section had to mention free-ranging—otherwise, Han Qiwu would basically be working for the ranch every day.

"I’ll take one chick of each type, and add two portions of feed, please." Han Qiwu looked up and said with a smile.

"Sure thing. Please wait a moment," Yang Yangyang replied, picking up the landline to make a call.