Da Si Nong: I really don’t want to farm

Chapter 418 The deal fell through, but they still wanted more

If one survives, there will be future fortunes.

Ning Yun almost died this time, but the gain from partially refining that spirit pearl was undoubtedly enormous.

Once he has fully refined that spirit pearl, entering the third realm will be a certainty.

Of course, to refine that spirit pearl, one must first recover.

If it weren't for Xu Yue, even if he survived, his foundation would probably be damaged.

But the energy consumption is too great.

However, he was indeed quite lucky.

For anyone else, they would basically be useless.

With the support of Xu Yue's cultivation resources, restoring one's vitality is naturally not so difficult.

As long as there is enough vital energy to support him, it probably won't be long before Ning Yun refines that spirit pearl and gets a rebuttal.

“If you have a spirit pearl in the future, don’t do this again,” Li Liang said. “This time, you were fortunate that your cultivation method was compatible with the spirit pearl. If it were any other spirit pearl, you would probably only have a skeleton left.”

Ning Yun gave an awkward smile and then nodded.

This time, there was indeed a bit of luck involved.

Cultivation does indeed involve risks.

The three chatted, mainly Xu Yue and Li Liang doing the talking.

Ning Yun was still somewhat weak and listless at this moment.

Xu Jianghe arrived shortly afterward.

"How did things get like this?" Xu Jianghe looked at Ning Yun in surprise, and then couldn't help but ask, "Did you encounter a fox demon?"

Fox demon?

Everyone was taken aback at first, then Xu Yue and Li Liang had strange expressions and their lips twitched.

Qin Qing, on the other hand, looked completely bewildered.

"It was caused by refining a spirit pearl."

Ning Yun quickly explained.

If this matter isn't clarified, his reputation will be ruined.

Besides, his girlfriend was right there.

It's fortunate that his parents aren't home today.

"Refining a spirit pearl? You, a mere second-realm cultivator, are that powerful?"

Xu Jianghe was somewhat surprised, then shook his head.

Luckily, I'm still alive.

"Give him the things."

Xu Yue spoke.

What it was, of course, was something Xu Yue had called Xu Jianghe to bring over.

"Hey!"

Xu Jianghe tossed a bag over.

"We only have two bottles of Vitality Pills," Xu Jianghe said. "We also brought fifty ginseng roots. If that's not enough, just give us a call."

"Thank you!"

Ning Yunye didn't stand on ceremony and simply thanked him.

"I'll go ask my grandfather and the others to come and check on me," Xu Yue said. "Cultivation is not child's play. Although it's not as precarious as walking on thin ice, it's still better to be careful."

Ning Yun nodded and watched Xu Yue and the other two leave without getting up to see them off.

He now has trouble even getting out of bed.

Qin Qing delivered it to him, taking him to the door before going back inside.

I'm sorry I made you worry!

Ning Yun looked at Qin Qing, her eyes softening considerably, and apologetic smile on her face.

"Are you okay?"

Qin Qing asked, she had been terrified.

"It's alright!" Ning Yun shook his head and said, "Xu Yue arrived just in time, and luckily he had pills and ginseng in his car, otherwise his foundation might have been damaged."

"With its foundation intact, and these two bottles of Vitality Pills, along with fifty ginseng roots over a hundred years old, it can not only recover but perhaps even completely refine the Yin-Yang Spirit Pearl," Ning Yun continued. "It's just that we owe this a huge favor."

"I don't know about the Vitality Pill, but it must be extremely precious," Qin Qing said. "And those with effects lasting over a hundred years, there are no ordinary pills outside that cost less than a million."

Fifty sticks, that's tens of millions!

The key issue is that even if you have the money, you might not be able to sell it.

Perhaps, a century-old ginseng is nothing to Taoyuan Village, but to them, it's a different story.

That's life.

This is a huge favor owed to Ning Yun. It's not about the monetary value of what Xu Yue gave, but what those things mean to Ning Yun.

Ning Yun and Qin Qing exchanged a glance but said nothing more.

It's much harder to get favors than to owe money.

Ning Yun almost died.

Xu Yue and the others didn't say anything, but the news spread quickly.

Ning Yun recovered somewhat, and then asked Xu Chengyang and others to prescribe some traditional Chinese medicine to speed up his recovery, which naturally spread.

Traditional Chinese medicine can be better than Western medicine for restoring and increasing vitality.

When Guo Tianyou and Liu Chengji learned of this, they were not only relieved but also somewhat shaken.

Fortunately, he gave the Yin-Yang Spirit Pearl to Xu Yue. If he had kept it and tried to refine it himself, he probably wouldn't have been as lucky as Ning Yun.

Ning Yun was busy recovering from her injuries, and Xu Yue didn't pay much attention to her anymore.

His life returned to normal.

I mentor children, teach practical trainees, and occasionally keep track of the farm's development.

It wasn't that he actively sought him out; rather, Tian Yi would occasionally reach out to him.

There was no follow-up to the Water Spirit Orb in the Divine Court.

It's likely they weren't interested in Xu Yue's proposal.

Go to China to rent land?

rent?
In the end, we might just be doing all the work for someone else.

Land in China belongs to the state.

However, once the bait is cast, you're bound to catch a fish.

On this day, Yan Tian arrived.

After arriving, he didn't waste any time and immediately handed Xu Yue a tablet.

One of the videos showed a bright red bead.

"Fire Spirit Orb?"

Yan Tian asked a question.

He had never seen the actual bead, but from the video, he could tell that it seemed to contain a rich fire-elemental spiritual energy.

"Probably," Xu Yue said. "However, as you should know, we need to see the actual product to confirm."

Yan Tian nodded.

"You haven't seen the real thing?" Xu Yue asked, seeing Yan Tian nod again. He then tapped the tablet and asked, "Where did it come from?"

"It was sent from the Middle East," Yan Tian said.

Is this a direct conversation with the government?

This is far safer than the Water Spirit Orb from the Divine Court last time.

"Does the Middle East also want me to use this spirit pearl to set up an array?"

Xu Yue asked.

If you ask where in the world is in chaos these days?
Besides Africa, the Middle East is probably the only other option.

"Yes and no," Yan Tian said. "They have their eyes on your desert laboratory."

"It shouldn't be for the convenience of desertification control, right?"

Xu Yue looked at Yan Tian and said with a smile.

If the goal is simply desertification control, then this is unnecessary. The government does not prohibit the export of improved desertification control plants.

We don't have the technology, but we can provide you with seeds or improved desertification control plants.

The real purpose of those in the Middle East is probably to develop desert farming techniques.

“They really have big appetites,” Xu Yue said, shaking his head. “Even though we built a laboratory for them, they might not be able to figure it out. Let’s just forget about it. This spirit pearl is indeed useful to me, but it’s not worth a laboratory.”

"It's good that it's useful," Yan Tian said. "They're asking for an exorbitant price, but we can negotiate on the spot. This spirit pearl isn't in the hands of those cultivation forces."

"Did we discuss it?"

Xu Yue looked at Yan Tian and asked.

"The key lies with you," Yan Tian said. "How can we possibly reach an agreement if you don't agree?"

"What did the talks go on?"

Xu Yue glanced at Yan Tian and asked.

If the conditions weren't so demanding, Xu Yue naturally wouldn't refuse.

“The prices of desertification control products will be reduced, and products from Peach Blossom Farm will be allowed to be exported,” Yan Tian said. “We also need to set up a spirit rain array.”

"Desertification control products are getting cheaper?" Xu Yue was taken aback and said, "Do Middle Eastern tycoons even care about this?"

"Why not save money if we can?" Yan Tian said. "They're rich, not stupid. But isn't your focus a little off?"

"When did Taoyuan Farm ban the export of its products?"

Xu Yue looked at Yan Tian with some confusion.

It seems that the products from Taoyuan Village are now mostly sold to Little Red Dot and Europe and America.

"You sell them abroad for thousands of times the market price, what's the difference between that and banning exports?"

Yan Tian shook his head.

In Yan Tian's view, spending a thousand times more to buy things from Taoyuan Farm was just being a sucker.
A pound of chives can cost thousands or even tens of thousands of yuan?

Anyone who buys this is a sucker.

"This is nothing like the Middle Eastern tycoons I'm used to," Xu Yue shook his head and said, "Not extravagant at all!"

Buying a pound of chives can cost several thousand or even tens of thousands of yuan, and you also have to be responsible for the transportation yourself.

The estimated cost will exceed ten thousand.

This is just the chives; what about the others?

For example, meat, fruit, etc.?

How much will it cost this month?

This isn't a question of being arrogant or not.

Besides, getting it at a lower price is a skill in itself, and it's also a source of pride.

Money isn't that important.

But saving face is very important.

"We can discuss the Spirit Rain Formation matter again," Yan Tian said. "If we make some concessions on the first two points, it should be settled."

“A single spirit rain formation wouldn’t be a problem,” Xu Yue said. “However, what they really want isn’t the spirit rain formation, but rather the spirit rainwater, right?”

“That’s right!” Yan Tian said. “What they’re asking for is to improve the water quality in their area to the level of Peach Blossom Spring mineral water. The quantity doesn’t need to be much, just enough for their royal family’s use.”

“The Spirit Rain Array requires the Spirit Gathering Array to work in conjunction with it. Whether it can reach the quality of Peach Blossom Spring mineral water is hard to say,” Xu Yue said. “Such a place is probably hard to find in the Middle East.”

"Then should I have them come to Peach Blossom Village to talk amongst themselves?"

Yan Tian looked at Xu Yue and asked.

Whether this deal can be reached depends on Xu Yue.

They were at most matchmakers.

Of course, if the deal goes through, there may be other areas of cooperation.

“Let them talk to Tian Yizhi and Huang Liang,” Xu Yue said. “I’ll have Guo Tianyou assist them later.”

Desertification control is a matter for the farm, so consulting Tian Yizhi is the right thing to do.

As for the export of farm produce, that's the business of the agricultural trading company, so naturally you should contact Huang Liang.

As for Guo Tianyou?
That's naturally a matter for the Spirit Rain Formation.

Whether it's the Spirit Rain Array or the Spirit Gathering Array, Guo Tianyou and Liu Chengji can handle it now.

"Fire Spirit Orb?" Zhang Ruoxi asked upon hearing Xu Yue's mention, "Adding the Water Spirit Orb from the Divine Court, wouldn't we only need one more Gold Spirit Orb to complete the Yin-Yang Five Elements Spirit Orb?"

Xu Yue wanted to gather the Yin and Yang and the Five Elements, and use the Spirit Pearl to nourish and condense his primordial spirit. Zhang Ruoxi, as his bedmate, naturally knew this.

However, such things are probably not so easy to find.

If you rely on yourself, you probably won't be able to raise the money in your entire life.

But Xu Yue doesn't need to rely on himself.

It hasn't been that long, and we're only missing a Golden Spirit Pearl.

However, the chances of getting the Water Spirit Pearl from the Divine Court are slim.

"Is there no follow-up to that Water Spirit Orb?" Zhang Ruoxi asked. "Where do these kinds of orbs usually appear?"

“It should be where the water veins converge,” Xu Yue said. “However, the mysteries of heaven and earth are beyond our comprehension. It would be very difficult to find such a treasure by mobilizing manpower and resources.”

"How about we try contacting the overseas Hongmen and Green Gang?" Zhang Ruoxi said. "Once they get the news, they'll probably try to get it for you."

Qi Yunshan traded a Wood Spirit Pearl with Xu Yue, and surprisingly, Xu Yue helped him set up an array for his sect.

This is no secret in the martial arts world.

Countless sects are searching for it.

The same applies to the Hongmen and Green Gang abroad.

If you can't find it, then just steal it.

"I have already had Zhao Zixu and his sister leak the news."

Xu Yue smiled and said something.

What if the deal falls through, but you still want the item?
Of course, we robbed it.

Of course, you can vote.

Moreover, the owner has a grudge against Xu Yue.

Then Xu Yue felt no psychological burden at all.

However, whether it's robbing or stealing, Xu Yue will not do it himself.

That's not necessary.

If he can afford the price, then naturally someone will rob or steal for him.

The Divine Court wields considerable power abroad, but money can be a powerful motivator; with enough incentive, countless people will be drawn to it like moths to a flame.

If something can be done with money, then it's not a problem.

"How are Zhao Zixu and his sister doing abroad?" Zhang Ruoxi asked. "I haven't heard from them in a long time."

"Not bad, they've gathered a group of people," Xu Yue said. "They weren't blinded by hatred; they know to strengthen themselves first."

"Won't it become too big to handle?"

Zhang Ruoxi expressed her concern that people like Zhao Zixu and his sister, if used well, could be a good weapon, but if not used carefully, they could hurt both themselves and others.

Zhao Zixu's achievements abroad were not due to Xu Yue's financial support.

“They wouldn’t dare,” Xu Yue said. “As long as someone is stronger than them, they won’t dare to have any other thoughts. Besides, they’re not stupid. It’s good to have a big tree to lean on, and Taoyuan Village should be considered a towering tree, right?”

“Those two siblings are quite talented,” Zhang Ruoxi said. “Who knows if they won’t make a comeback and surpass them?”

"So what if they are talented?" Xu Yue said. "If they had focused solely on cultivation, perhaps there would have been some merit in it. But the fact that they couldn't wait to leave after breaking through the third realm suggests that they were somewhat blinded by hatred."

“Hatred can sometimes be a driving force,” Zhang Ruoxi said. “There might be a reason why they were able to break through to the third realm so quickly.”

“Cultivation requires more than just motivation,” Xu Yue shook his head and said, “The further you go, the less useful motivation becomes. Who among those who have entered the fourth realm doesn’t have some motivation? I’ve broken through to the fifth realm, but they may not be able to enter the fourth realm.”

The Four Realms are now the pinnacle of the cultivation world.

Those who have entered the fourth realm have a greater motivation to cultivate than anyone else.

Those who have seen the scenery from the mountaintop are more eager to go up to the sky to see the scenery than those at the foot of the mountain.

"Just don't raise an ungrateful child," Zhang Ruoxi said. "How is Ning Yun?"

Comparatively speaking, Ning Yun wasn't as close to Zhao Zixu and his sister as they were.

In the novel, Zhao Zixu and his sister are considered "members" of Taoyuan Village, while Ning Yun is more like a "guest."

"His vitality has recovered considerably," Xu Yue said. "He's probably close to the third realm. This time it was a blessing in disguise; otherwise, given his cultivation speed, he might have a chance by the second half of next year."

(End of this chapter)