Chapter 32
: One-Star Fish Fry, Obtaining the Spirit Array
Liu Quan didn't say what he regretted.
But this can be seen from the ten acres of "fish pond".
The expansion has definitely failed.
Furthermore, it is not difficult to guess from their conversation that Ma Dao's parents are probably no longer alive, and there must be some story behind it.
"it is good."
Li Changsheng didn't want to get involved in other people's affairs, so he nodded and remained silent.
A moment of effort.
Ma Dao, his feet covered in mud, walked up to the two men with a disdainful look, handing the net to Liu Quan and saying:
"Brother-in-law, you guys keep an eye on things for now, I'll be right back."
After saying that, he turned and walked towards the wooden house.
Liu Quan said helplessly, "Well, it seems he's been eyeing this 'Spirit Gathering Array' for a long time; we have no choice but to sell it."
He shook his head, reached into the fishing net, and pulled out a small, palm-sized, brown-patterned fish fry. He handed it to Li Changsheng, and after Li Changsheng took it, he introduced it:
"This fish is the 'rice flower carp,' named for its flower-like scales, and it is often raised in rice paddies."
"This fish species has been carefully bred and cultivated by the Ma family for over a hundred years. It not only has extremely strong resistance to diseases, but also has a slight chance of breaking through to become a first-order spirit fish once it grows to a foot in length."
"And the quality of the flesh, the spiritual energy..."
Liu Quan launched into a long, rambling introduction.
Anyone who didn't know better would think he was the owner of the "fish pond".
After listening to a few words, Li Changsheng's gaze fell on the fish fry in his hand. They looked similar to carp fry, but their scales were denser and had a metallic texture. They struggled with a tenacious spirit.
And from the side view.
The brown textures subtly intertwine to form a small flower, which is quite beautiful.
After quickly glancing through the pages, Li Changsheng fixed his gaze on the figure.
An information panel slowly unfolds.
[Target: Rice paddy carp seedlings]
[Attribute: Water]
[Cultivation Level: Unranked "5%"]
[Bloodline: Rice Flower Carp]
Quality: ★
Status: Healthy
"One-star quality..."
Li Changsheng's eyes brightened slightly, and he nodded in satisfaction.
Liu Quan did not lie to him.
"Rice Flower Carp" of one-star quality.
There is indeed a chance that they will transform into "spirit fish".
He then picked up the other five rice paddy carp seedlings in the net and examined them one by one.
Six carp seedlings.
Two are of one-star quality, and four are of poor quality.
Overall, it's not bad.
Li Changsheng put down the rice paddy carp fry in his hand and asked the crucial question, "Uncle Liu, what's the price of these fry?"
Liu Quan hesitated for a moment, then turned to look at the wooden house. He saw Ma Dao carrying a wooden box and smiling as he walked out. Liu Quan snorted and said:
"Ask that spendthrift son."
Ma Dao walked up to the two of them, looked at Li Changsheng, and said in a rather enthusiastic tone, "How's your understanding, Fellow Daoist Li? Would you like me to introduce the 'Rice Flower Carp' seedlings to you again?..."
"Uncle Liu explained it very well, I'm very satisfied."
Li Changsheng nodded, then smiled and asked, "Fellow Daoist Ma, how much are your fish fry?"
Without hesitation, Ma Dao said, "One low-grade spirit stone for one tail. Once sold, no returns or exchanges are accepted."
"hiss…"
Li Changsheng thought it would be expensive, but he didn't expect it to be this expensive.
According to the inscription on the "Lingzhongtang" stone tablet.
For fish fry of the size of Ma Daojia, which weigh about two ounces, it is most suitable to raise 150 to 200 per acre.
This ensures that the fish fry have enough space while also preventing them from consuming too much of the cultivated "yellow sprout rice".
Three mu is about five hundred fish.
That's five hundred low-grade spirit stones!
"How about... we try raising different kinds of fish fry?"
Li Changsheng immediately had second thoughts.
He could barely afford five hundred low-grade spirit stones until the fruit of his "Love Flower" seed ripened.
Even if he could afford it, he wouldn't dare to buy it.
This investment is too large.
If something unexpected happens, it will all be for nothing.
Unaware of his thoughts, Ma Dao continued enthusiastically, "Fellow Daoist Li, you can buy 500 fish from three acres of paddy fields, and add ten 'Black Tooth Silk' fish for mixed breeding."
"Just raise them for a year or two, and you can make a fortune..."
He kept talking, but Liu Quan, noticing Li Changsheng's predicament, raised his hand to interrupt Ma Dao, saying:
"Didn't you ask me the other day where the 'spiritual spring water' came from?"
"It was given to me by Li Changsheng. He has a 'spiritual spring' in his field. If you're interested, we can discuss it."
"Whether the talks go well or not, remember to come to my house for dinner..."
After saying that, he waved his hand, turned around and left the "Spirit Gathering Array".
Wait until he leaves.
"That 'spiritual spring water,' brimming with spiritual energy, actually belongs to Fellow Daoist Li..."
Ma Dao glanced at Li Changsheng in surprise. He wasn't stupid; he quickly understood his brother-in-law's meaning. After thinking for a moment, he simply said:
"Could Fellow Daoist Li provide me with a water pouch of 'spiritual spring water' every three days?..."
As if afraid he wouldn't understand, he added:
"It's the kind of water pouch you gave to my brother-in-law."
Li Changsheng thought for a moment. One water bag was equivalent to three jars of "spiritual spring water." Considering the amount of spiritual spring water flowing out, it shouldn't be difficult. He nodded and replied:
"It is possible."
"But I need to irrigate my 'paddy field' soon, so I might be a few days late in providing you with the 'spiritual spring water.'"
Ma Dao nodded in satisfaction, thought for a moment, and said, "Fellow Daoist Li's 'spiritual spring water' is of extremely good quality. I have also bought 'spiritual spring water' of similar quality before, and the price of one water bag is between fifteen and twenty low-grade spirit stones."
He paused, then said:
"How about seventeen low-grade spirit stones?"
"Damn it, what a swindler!..."
Li Changsheng cursed the shopkeeper of the "Hehe Pill" shop under his breath, then nodded and said, "Okay."
Ma Dao's eyes lit up with joy, and he said, "Seven days. After seven days, Fellow Daoist Li will send me a water pouch of 'spiritual spring water' every three days, for a total of twenty-nine times."
"How about I give you 500 'Rice Flower Carp' fry, plus 10 'Black Tooth Silk' fry?"
"it is good."
Li Changsheng readily nodded.
"Trading with Fellow Daoist Li is so enjoyable."
Ma Dao immediately praised him, opened the wooden box in his hand, revealing a white jade "array plate" and several light blue "array weapons".
Seeing the light in Li Changsheng's eyes and a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth, he said:
"If a 'spirit-gathering array' isn't set up after clearing the 'paddy fields,' the spiritual energy in the water will all dissipate within a few days. This is a low-grade 'spirit-gathering array' that was cleared out from the house..."
He went on and on, telling a story that was pretty much the same as what Liu Quan had said.
At last.
Ma Dao stepped forward and solemnly said, "If you only need twenty water bags of 'spiritual spring water,' this specially made 'Spirit Gathering Array' is yours, Fellow Daoist Li."
"it is good."
Without a second thought, Li Changsheng nodded in agreement, took the "wooden box," and sensed the fluctuations emanating from the "array flags." He could hardly contain his joy.
"Let's go back and sign the contract."
The same applies to the horse path; it couldn't wait to leave the "fishpond".
Sign a contract.
We had a hearty meal.
On the way back to "Spirit Field".
Li Changsheng touched the wooden box in his arms, and he could no longer suppress his smile, the corners of his mouth slowly turning up.
I took a trip to the "animal pen".
We have half a "spirit fish" seedling, and we also have a "spirit gathering array".
All that's missing is irrigating the paddy fields and cultivating the rice seedlings.
That will mark the true beginning of things being on the right track.
Li Changsheng touched the wooden box, and couldn't help but think to himself, "Senior Brother Liu's family are all good people..."
at this time.
Animal pen, a courtyard.
The atmosphere, however, was somewhat oppressive.
Ma Dao glanced at his sister, who sat at the head of the table with her arms crossed and a cold expression, then looked pleadingly at his brother-in-law. Seeing that he was drinking his tea without moving, he gritted his teeth, stood up, and said seriously:
"Sister, although Li Changsheng's 'spiritual spring water' has low spiritual energy, it contains very few impurities. Using its water to refine that 'freak' will surely temper its bloodline, and then..."
At this point, his face was filled with fervor as he said:
"At that time, our Ma family can also become a 'bloodline family'..."
Liu Quan's arm, which was holding the teacup, trembled.
Ma Lan's expression softened, and after a moment's hesitation, she nodded and said:
"Hurry up."
"The leak of that 'freak' aura caused all the babies born to Qi Shan's three-headed female dog to be deformed. He must have sensed something, which is why he went to 'Sanshan Market'..."
But this can be seen from the ten acres of "fish pond".
The expansion has definitely failed.
Furthermore, it is not difficult to guess from their conversation that Ma Dao's parents are probably no longer alive, and there must be some story behind it.
"it is good."
Li Changsheng didn't want to get involved in other people's affairs, so he nodded and remained silent.
A moment of effort.
Ma Dao, his feet covered in mud, walked up to the two men with a disdainful look, handing the net to Liu Quan and saying:
"Brother-in-law, you guys keep an eye on things for now, I'll be right back."
After saying that, he turned and walked towards the wooden house.
Liu Quan said helplessly, "Well, it seems he's been eyeing this 'Spirit Gathering Array' for a long time; we have no choice but to sell it."
He shook his head, reached into the fishing net, and pulled out a small, palm-sized, brown-patterned fish fry. He handed it to Li Changsheng, and after Li Changsheng took it, he introduced it:
"This fish is the 'rice flower carp,' named for its flower-like scales, and it is often raised in rice paddies."
"This fish species has been carefully bred and cultivated by the Ma family for over a hundred years. It not only has extremely strong resistance to diseases, but also has a slight chance of breaking through to become a first-order spirit fish once it grows to a foot in length."
"And the quality of the flesh, the spiritual energy..."
Liu Quan launched into a long, rambling introduction.
Anyone who didn't know better would think he was the owner of the "fish pond".
After listening to a few words, Li Changsheng's gaze fell on the fish fry in his hand. They looked similar to carp fry, but their scales were denser and had a metallic texture. They struggled with a tenacious spirit.
And from the side view.
The brown textures subtly intertwine to form a small flower, which is quite beautiful.
After quickly glancing through the pages, Li Changsheng fixed his gaze on the figure.
An information panel slowly unfolds.
[Target: Rice paddy carp seedlings]
[Attribute: Water]
[Cultivation Level: Unranked "5%"]
[Bloodline: Rice Flower Carp]
Quality: ★
Status: Healthy
"One-star quality..."
Li Changsheng's eyes brightened slightly, and he nodded in satisfaction.
Liu Quan did not lie to him.
"Rice Flower Carp" of one-star quality.
There is indeed a chance that they will transform into "spirit fish".
He then picked up the other five rice paddy carp seedlings in the net and examined them one by one.
Six carp seedlings.
Two are of one-star quality, and four are of poor quality.
Overall, it's not bad.
Li Changsheng put down the rice paddy carp fry in his hand and asked the crucial question, "Uncle Liu, what's the price of these fry?"
Liu Quan hesitated for a moment, then turned to look at the wooden house. He saw Ma Dao carrying a wooden box and smiling as he walked out. Liu Quan snorted and said:
"Ask that spendthrift son."
Ma Dao walked up to the two of them, looked at Li Changsheng, and said in a rather enthusiastic tone, "How's your understanding, Fellow Daoist Li? Would you like me to introduce the 'Rice Flower Carp' seedlings to you again?..."
"Uncle Liu explained it very well, I'm very satisfied."
Li Changsheng nodded, then smiled and asked, "Fellow Daoist Ma, how much are your fish fry?"
Without hesitation, Ma Dao said, "One low-grade spirit stone for one tail. Once sold, no returns or exchanges are accepted."
"hiss…"
Li Changsheng thought it would be expensive, but he didn't expect it to be this expensive.
According to the inscription on the "Lingzhongtang" stone tablet.
For fish fry of the size of Ma Daojia, which weigh about two ounces, it is most suitable to raise 150 to 200 per acre.
This ensures that the fish fry have enough space while also preventing them from consuming too much of the cultivated "yellow sprout rice".
Three mu is about five hundred fish.
That's five hundred low-grade spirit stones!
"How about... we try raising different kinds of fish fry?"
Li Changsheng immediately had second thoughts.
He could barely afford five hundred low-grade spirit stones until the fruit of his "Love Flower" seed ripened.
Even if he could afford it, he wouldn't dare to buy it.
This investment is too large.
If something unexpected happens, it will all be for nothing.
Unaware of his thoughts, Ma Dao continued enthusiastically, "Fellow Daoist Li, you can buy 500 fish from three acres of paddy fields, and add ten 'Black Tooth Silk' fish for mixed breeding."
"Just raise them for a year or two, and you can make a fortune..."
He kept talking, but Liu Quan, noticing Li Changsheng's predicament, raised his hand to interrupt Ma Dao, saying:
"Didn't you ask me the other day where the 'spiritual spring water' came from?"
"It was given to me by Li Changsheng. He has a 'spiritual spring' in his field. If you're interested, we can discuss it."
"Whether the talks go well or not, remember to come to my house for dinner..."
After saying that, he waved his hand, turned around and left the "Spirit Gathering Array".
Wait until he leaves.
"That 'spiritual spring water,' brimming with spiritual energy, actually belongs to Fellow Daoist Li..."
Ma Dao glanced at Li Changsheng in surprise. He wasn't stupid; he quickly understood his brother-in-law's meaning. After thinking for a moment, he simply said:
"Could Fellow Daoist Li provide me with a water pouch of 'spiritual spring water' every three days?..."
As if afraid he wouldn't understand, he added:
"It's the kind of water pouch you gave to my brother-in-law."
Li Changsheng thought for a moment. One water bag was equivalent to three jars of "spiritual spring water." Considering the amount of spiritual spring water flowing out, it shouldn't be difficult. He nodded and replied:
"It is possible."
"But I need to irrigate my 'paddy field' soon, so I might be a few days late in providing you with the 'spiritual spring water.'"
Ma Dao nodded in satisfaction, thought for a moment, and said, "Fellow Daoist Li's 'spiritual spring water' is of extremely good quality. I have also bought 'spiritual spring water' of similar quality before, and the price of one water bag is between fifteen and twenty low-grade spirit stones."
He paused, then said:
"How about seventeen low-grade spirit stones?"
"Damn it, what a swindler!..."
Li Changsheng cursed the shopkeeper of the "Hehe Pill" shop under his breath, then nodded and said, "Okay."
Ma Dao's eyes lit up with joy, and he said, "Seven days. After seven days, Fellow Daoist Li will send me a water pouch of 'spiritual spring water' every three days, for a total of twenty-nine times."
"How about I give you 500 'Rice Flower Carp' fry, plus 10 'Black Tooth Silk' fry?"
"it is good."
Li Changsheng readily nodded.
"Trading with Fellow Daoist Li is so enjoyable."
Ma Dao immediately praised him, opened the wooden box in his hand, revealing a white jade "array plate" and several light blue "array weapons".
Seeing the light in Li Changsheng's eyes and a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth, he said:
"If a 'spirit-gathering array' isn't set up after clearing the 'paddy fields,' the spiritual energy in the water will all dissipate within a few days. This is a low-grade 'spirit-gathering array' that was cleared out from the house..."
He went on and on, telling a story that was pretty much the same as what Liu Quan had said.
At last.
Ma Dao stepped forward and solemnly said, "If you only need twenty water bags of 'spiritual spring water,' this specially made 'Spirit Gathering Array' is yours, Fellow Daoist Li."
"it is good."
Without a second thought, Li Changsheng nodded in agreement, took the "wooden box," and sensed the fluctuations emanating from the "array flags." He could hardly contain his joy.
"Let's go back and sign the contract."
The same applies to the horse path; it couldn't wait to leave the "fishpond".
Sign a contract.
We had a hearty meal.
On the way back to "Spirit Field".
Li Changsheng touched the wooden box in his arms, and he could no longer suppress his smile, the corners of his mouth slowly turning up.
I took a trip to the "animal pen".
We have half a "spirit fish" seedling, and we also have a "spirit gathering array".
All that's missing is irrigating the paddy fields and cultivating the rice seedlings.
That will mark the true beginning of things being on the right track.
Li Changsheng touched the wooden box, and couldn't help but think to himself, "Senior Brother Liu's family are all good people..."
at this time.
Animal pen, a courtyard.
The atmosphere, however, was somewhat oppressive.
Ma Dao glanced at his sister, who sat at the head of the table with her arms crossed and a cold expression, then looked pleadingly at his brother-in-law. Seeing that he was drinking his tea without moving, he gritted his teeth, stood up, and said seriously:
"Sister, although Li Changsheng's 'spiritual spring water' has low spiritual energy, it contains very few impurities. Using its water to refine that 'freak' will surely temper its bloodline, and then..."
At this point, his face was filled with fervor as he said:
"At that time, our Ma family can also become a 'bloodline family'..."
Liu Quan's arm, which was holding the teacup, trembled.
Ma Lan's expression softened, and after a moment's hesitation, she nodded and said:
"Hurry up."
"The leak of that 'freak' aura caused all the babies born to Qi Shan's three-headed female dog to be deformed. He must have sensed something, which is why he went to 'Sanshan Market'..."