The Maelstrom of Stardew
Year 1 (Spring)
Chapter 17 – Threading Tracks
Thursday, the 11th of Spring, 2017
[Quest Announcement] - Gamer Ability/Notification
|Lemon Warning|
[LOAD GAME]
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[GAME LOADED. WELCOME BACK!]
Leah was on her way to Shadow Farm nervously feeling the dirt between the soles, and this was nerve-wracking. She had admitted to herself that it was rather silly, but she wanted to ask. She was his best friend, and they always had each other's back. If Taeko asked her, she would have probably considered it. She came up to the door and knocked on it. Taeko answered having just eaten breakfast only to see a shy looking Leah in an oversized t-shirt with a little off the shoulder.
"Leah?" Taeko asked.
"Taeko, can we talk for a bit…in private?" Leah asked.
He let her in and the two went into his room.
"I need to ask you something, and I need you to be honest with me." Leah said sternly. "You're not dating anyone at the moment, right you?"
"Abigail's my student at the moment. She's flirting, but no relationship." Taeko said nervously. "What's this about?"
"Taeko, I'm going to be honest with you. Last night, I was coming over to ask you…for hot coffee." Leah said.
"But I barely dr…oh…you mean sex. Oh…what's bring this on?" Taeko asked.
"Look, we're both not really in any position to get any…and I'm tired of using my hands." Leah admitted. "If you don't mind doing this with no strings attached."
"Yeah, that can get dull fast." Taeko said before the Game gave him an option to accept or decline.
He smashed that accept button, and said, "Besides what are friends for?"
Taeko found himself shoved into the bed by Leah who looked relieved. She slips the oversized shirt off revealing she was wearing the lingerie Kel got her under it. Seeing it in front of him had an immediate reaction much to Leah's relief.
"Well, it's good to know you don't see as a sister." Leah said, getting on top of him to straddle him. "But I suppose we should skip the foreplay. We're both busy people."
Taeko wished he could say he had time, but she caught at peak time for him to be working. There was next time if it was possible.
"You're sadly right." Taeko said bitterly.
Leah deftly gets off of him to slip the lingerie as Taeko quickly got his pajamas off. They were about to cross a bridge, but neither one was going to regret this at the moment.
"So, what position?" Taeko asked awkwardly. "If you want to be on top, I'm all for it."
"I'm just thinking how Kel bragged about his dick when here you put it to shame." Leah said getting a grip on his pole. "Throbbing…all for me?"
"Not exactly. Try being pent up for close to a week." Taeko said breathing heavily. "Please hurry up with this..."
"All right, I'll go on top then." Leah said before Taeko grabbed her. "Whoa!"
She found herself being held up right over his length and Taeko's grin widening. She was up against him as she could feel his cock head pressed against her sex and just the feeling of that was enough to leave her grinning.
"Ease it in…then start thrusted," She groaned out, before he did exactly that. "Shit, you're…a lot thicker than Kel."
"Let's make that the last time you say his name." Taeko growled out as inches went up within her. "Because you'll be screaming mine."
She would soon enough.
"Thunder!" Abigail screamed, blasting some low-level slimes in the mines.
She could not explain it, but she felt rather…perturbed. She suddenly just ran out to the mines with her sword hacking up all the slimes on the second floor. She looked around at the carnage, breathing heavily, thinking why she was so angry in the first place. Penny would ask that question, but she wound up hissing like she smelled something foul. Pam had slept in too, so Penny had no reason to hiss in the first place. Penny shook her head and left for the clinic to go get some health drinks for Pam. She knew her mother hated them, but Penny was content to make her drink them for her to get better. Penny entered the Clinic to find Maru asleep at the counter with a bit of drool on the counter.
"Taeko, show me your sword stance again…" Maru murmured.
Penny nudged her awake and bespectacled girl snapped out of her sleepy state.
"So, you are talking about Taeko and his sword…." Penny said as Maru looked mortified.
"C'mon! Shove that sword in my sheath." Leah moaned as juice split out of her as she wrapped her legs around him.
He had shifted to on top while Leah had her back on the bed as he pounded her relentlessly. Both of them were heavily as they sped up with Taeko not concerned about his farm at the moment. He was a bit more focused on nailing that snatch and feeling up her chest.
"Boys and their obsession after tits." Leah said as she left her limit coming. "Ahn! Yes, I'm close."
Tightening her grip, she began slamming down on him right as felt his coming up as well. The two were picking up the pace as it inched closer and closer.
"I'm…" Taeko said only to cut off as Leah slid off him.
She gave it a few strokes before saying, "I want you to spray me with it. I never did let my ex do it when he asked me."
The game had given him an option of finishing on her face or on her chest. He selected chest to show some respect for her. He did not want to blow it all over her face…at least for his first time. He saw, he came, he felt like a conqueror stumbling back into his bed panting. Leah was on the floor panting and just as winded. Taeko's crotch felt sore, and Leah staggered up to her feet as she slipped on the shirt over herself with Taeko's sperm staining it slightly.
"That was amazing, but we can't bask in the afterglow. I need to get home and take a shower…" Leah said getting the discarding lingerie in her hands. "We could do this again sometime if we're not seeing anyone."
"You know, you could seek out some of the bachelors in town." Taeko said.
"Offering to play matchmaker to a girl you just banged? Only you, Taeko, only you." Leah said shaking her head. "Who are you even considering?"
"Not Alex or the doctor. I like Harvey, but I don't want that end badly considering he's the only doctor in town." Taeko remarked.
Leah could only laugh before leaving the house and Kyu promptly appeared on his bed with a goofy grin on her face.
"Congrats on cashing your V-card." Kyu said wistfully.
"Kyu, what do you want?" Taeko said panting. "I'm a bit drained."
Kyu snapped her fingers to which his energy was refilled, and Kyu could only grin.
"Had a feeling you were well beyond average." Kyu said, taking her length in her hand. "But I have some good news for you. As you noticed, I needed a few things. One of those things is a reward system for your sexual encounters."
"If you think you're going to convince me to sleep with Seb or any of the other guys, you could forget it." Taeko said rolling his eyes.
"Fine…" Kyu groaned bringing up a new text box. "Depending on who was your first, that bonus is doubled."
[You have banged Leah! Fruitful Multiplying perk unlocked! You cashed your V-card in your best friend! Perk's effects are doubled. Achievement made and new hats can be purchased from the Hat Mouse!]
"Fruitful Multiplying will basically put you on a fast track to better your foraging skills. Each girl and guy have a skill they are associated with obviously ties into the perk you get when you sleep with them. Leah's own basically doubles your findings when you forage and halves the growth of fruit trees. Considering she was your first…" Kyu said trailing off when Taeko's jaw dropped.
Getting wood, stone, or food was not going to be a problem anytime soon. He realized he could easily rack up experience with complete ease. Kyu got up letting him go as she snapped her fingers which Taeko found himself showered, dried off, and in his clothes.
"Congrats, kid." Kyu said before vanishing.
"That woman…" Taeko groaned before leaving. "Welp, time to get to work."
Taeko headed to the farm deciding to summon San only to see her trotting up looking hopeful.
"San?" Taeko said raising an eyebrow.
"I wanted to ask a favor of you. How long until you have more Azorium?" San asked restraining her usual brashness.
"Three more days at best." Taeko remarked. "Why?"
"I want maybe two of them. They're Moro's favorite…" San asked.
"So, you think you could sweet talk me into giving you them? Nice try, but you are a wolf in human's skin." Taeko teased.
San snarled a bit, but Taeko showed no fear.
"Well…I'll help you out anyway. Just go ahead and deal with the plots…" Taeko said walking off.
He decided to try out his new perk through gathering some materials around, and he was not disappointed. From just five trees and ten rocks, Taeko found himself with over 320 Wood and 50 Stone in his [Inventory].
[Foraging Skill Leveled Up! Level 6 provides you with +1 Axe proficiency, and Crafting Recipes for Lightning Rod, Wild Seeds (Fa), and Warp Totem: Beach!]
"Ok, with all that wood, I can fix the bridge on the beach. You know what, I think I'll spend today on the beach." Taeko said looking up at the clear sky.
"Master, I'm done." San said bringing him just two sets of rhubarb. "If it's no issue, could I have them?"
Taeko would have normally chosen to split between them, but a new option ping up convincing him to let have her them all. A few moments later, San would feel that shock with her last night she with that night before. San would proudly call herself a wolf, but Moro had acknowledged she was human by not allowing her part into mating season. Watching the others and not taking part was maddening to San, and she could smell the heat off Taeko.
"Has he been with another human?" She thought.
She felt a heat rise in her chest as she let a soft growl as she came to a close.
"Someone's fired up." Taeko said pulling his fingers out of her. "Soaked yourself and my hand."
"Taeko…I…I should go. Thank you." San said hurrying to dress and leave with the rhubarb looking flustered.
"Seems, I'm making progress on her." Taeko thought before washing his hands.
He changed into clothes befitting a day for the beach. He returned to wearing his unzipped, bright aqua blue jacket with a closed pocket flap on each side and a black tank top underneath. He got a pair of blue Bermuda shorts with a ninja star pattern around the legs and swapped back to his ninja sandals. Making sure that he had his things and Eclipse by his side; he worked out of the door with his pets in tow.
He noticed that the bee house had an exclamation point over it and approached it to receive [Tulip Honey].
[Artisan Good – Tulip Honey - It's a sweet syrup produced by bees. Due to being grown around tulips, its flavor was increased. – Sell Price: 160 gold]
Taeko was about to put it away only to hear Marnie coming up and calling for him. He turned around to see a panting Marnie.
"Hey there neighbor, I wanted to ask you if have any honey. I'm all out and…you got have some in your hands." Marnie said mildly. "You beekeep?"
"Uh, sure. I make my own honey…and all that. This is the first one made." Taeko said sheepishly.
"I'll take it off you for 200 gold." Marnie offered.
"Done deal." Taeko said handing the jar off to receive gold. "Enjoy."
Taeko left with his pet feeling a pang of relief nothing was going to get in the way of his "day off". Penny, on the other hand, felt burnt out. She was not in a reading mood at the moment or had any desire for dealing with her mother. She paced about trying to figure out what to do only to see Taeko walk by heading to the beach. Her eyes glued to him, and an idea formed in her hand. A devious idea formed in her head as she decided that maybe she should go to the beach. It wasn't summer fun, but it would do. Plus, they would be undisturbed mostly. She rushed inside to her to seek out her swimsuit. She found her trusty blue one-piece and it would be the norm for her. However, her vamp side decided to raid Pam's closet for some old swimsuits that the drunkard could not really any fit anymore.
[Beach BGM – Pokémon Black/White - Undella Town (Autumn/Winter/Spring)]
Taeko delivered the three-hundred pieces of wood to see the bridge automatically fix itself thanks to the Game. He walked across, taking in the new area to see tidal pools that held plenty of items to forge. He found several pieces of [Coral] and a few [Sea Urchins] which all doubled thanks to his perk.
"Ah, this is perfect. The bridge is fixed, and I have a neat spot to my myself." Taeko said laying down a blanket at the corner. "No one to bother me."
"I hope you don't mind if I join you." Penny said feigning a bit of shyness.
Taeko turned to get a mild surprise. Penny did not seem like the type to wear a bikini, let alone a string bikini. It was pale pink, and she had a little sari wrapped her waist. She looked rather pale as usual and there was a teasing tuft barely shown off as she shed the sari.
"No…" Taeko said with a mild blush.
The blood on his cheeks appeared so enticing, but Penny kept control in fear of not wanting to harm him. She sat next to him taking in the sun as the two chatted away just enjoying the other's company.
"Personally, I was always torn about Holden. He was a spoiled brat somewhat, but I can feel for him. I can't call him a profound individual." Taeko said finishing off his cola.
"Never did enjoy Catcher in the Rye. Huck Finn was a better kid lead." Penny said having done finishing the can of cola given to her. "But you know how it is. He fits for the times."
Taeko had disposed of the empty can and tossed off his tank top and jacket ready to go for a swim. Logan got up and ran for the water using [Dive]. Penny was right behind him as the two splashed each other. Tom stayed on the beach deciding he did not feel like getting wet. In the ocean, Logan swam before noticing a cave under the water and swam back up barking at his master.
"Hm?" Taeko said as a text box appeared.
[Logan has found an undersea cave under the valley! Would you have to visit it?]
Taeko hit yes being rather intrigued and the game told him to simply hold onto Logan to have use [Dive].
"Hey, Penny. It seems Logan's found something underwater." Taeko said going back into shore to get on his sandals. "I'll check it out, so watch Tom for me."
Getting to Logan, he held onto his loyal battle pet giving the order to use [Dive] and vanished into the sea leaving Penny mildly confused. She waded out of the water only to feel a pinch on her rear. Lo and behold, a crayfish snipped her left cheek. Calm, she was able to pry it off and threw it onto the sand to which that crayfish made the mistake of snipping Tom's tail. Tom would have something to present to his master in a few moments. All Taeko found was a small treasure chest with an odd symbol in that cave and he and Logan had to drag it into shore. Penny noted the symbol and lit it up.
"I take it you recognize this symbol." Taeko remarked.
"Yes, I do. Like the Caribbean, this island was a pirate's den as well during that time. This island was home to three pirate crews. The Nightshade Pirates, The Lyreleaf Crew, and the Daybreak Pirates. The symbol there is for the Daybreak Pirates. Maybe there's something of value." Penny said excitedly.
Taeko opened it up and found it was full of opals, jagoite, and star shards.
[Mineral – Opal - Its internal structure causes it to reflect a rainbow of light. – Sell Price: 150g]
[Mineral – Jagoite - A high volume of tiny crystals makes it very glittery. – Sell Price: 115g]
[Mineral – Star Shards - No one knows how these come to form. Some scientists claim that the microscopic structure displays unnatural regularity. – Sell Price: 500g]
In total, Taeko counted thirty in total with ten of each.
"Must have been a small stash hole to hide their treasure." Penny remarked.
"And there goes my plans to fish. Penny, you can take this." Taeko said to give her his [Omni-Geode]. "Won't be needing it, and maybe you could get some cash off it."
"Oh thanks." Penny said sweetly as Taeko threw on his jacket and tank top.
Tom meowed to present his master with a mangled [Crayfish] to which Taeko was relieved that another bundle was soon to be completed. Penny decided to stay on the beach and swim a bit more. Her mother can be dealt with later. Taeko took his haul to Gunther first and he was happy to take an opal, jaogite, and star shards for the museum.
"Since you've donated 20 items, I have a reward for you, my friend. This painting, "A Night on Eco Hill", will definitely liven the room. It's a Lupini original." Gunther said giving Taeko the framed painting.
"Thanks…this actually will look really good in my room." Taeko said amused.
He left for Clint's and the odd man actually had a deal for Taeko once he saw the jewels and the chest.
"So, you want the jewels and the chest?" Taeko asked. "What do I get out of it?"
"I'll upgrade all of your tools to Steel." Clint said flatly. "Heck, you'll even get them by tomorrow morning."
Taeko put forth his watering gun and hoe seeing that Clint already had his axe and pickaxe. Taeko was sold and shook hands with Clint before leaving him with the treasure. The moment he leaves, Clint smirks. He was going to upgrade the tools, but Taeko had inadvertently left him a small fortune. Clint knew a man who would pay top dollars for all of this, and the chest was worth a fortune as well. Clint decided to close early as he was going to need to make the drive now if he wanted to at least keep his word. With lunch coming around, Taeko cruised back home and cooked up something only to see Sebastian waiting there on the steps with his laptop in hand.
"Yo. I was wondering where you were. I asked Leah, but she was all rather odd today." Sebastian said feeling something was off about her.
"No idea about that." Taeko said smoothly covering up the fact he knew why. "So, what up?"
"Ugh. I need a place to work without that douche ragging on me. I swear he insists on me going outside. I don't mind that, but I'm working to make some money at the moment. So, if it's not an issue…." Sebastian said leaving for Taeko to finish saying, "Oh no, it's no sweat. Come in."
Taeko opened the door and Sebastian shuffled in.
"You're lucky I was about to make some lunch. You game for some fried chi…crap, I'm out of flour." Taeko said annoyed. "I'll go get one."
"Wait. I just e-mailed you a recipe for Breadsticks. Figured you want to try it." Sebastian said with a grin.
Taeko nodded and left opening the message.
[You have gained a new custom recipe "Breadsticks"!]
"So, I need flour, sugar, buttering, and salt. Thankfully, the Game automatically giving me that salting, but all I need to get is the flour and sugar. So glad for raiding those Joja pricks. Good for getting good items the game doesn't count for some reason." Taeko thought as he entered Pierre's store.
He entered to find a shitshow to which Caroline and Abigail were having a disagreement. Carolina held in her hand a frilly pink dress. The shade of pink that an emo/goth would hiss at it and the type of mall brats squeal for.
"Mom, I don't want to wear it! It's hideous!" Abigail said repulsed.
"You'd wear it if Taeko asked you." Caroline snapped.
"Yeah, I wouldn't. I at least would ask what color she'd like." Taeko said, buying a few bags and bottles of [Wheat Flour], [Oil] and [Sugar]. "And Caroline, if you wanted to get Abigail a dress as a gift. Get it in black. Safest color choice regardless of style."
"Told you." Pierre said before turning to Taeko. "And there will be 2,000 gold."
Money was dropped on the counter as Taeko was going on his way to make lunch.
"You making lunch? Count me in." Abigail said coming along.
"Abby, why do you have to carry your sword on you all the time?" Caroline said. "It really isn't ladylike."
"I don't know, why don't you ask concealed weapon owners?" Abigail said, closing the door shut.
Pierre gave his wife a glance and said, "You. You just walked into that one."
"But it's not concealed!" Caroline sputtered.
"It's in a sheath. Not like she's waving it around like some crazed samurai wannabe." Pierre said.
Taeko returned home with Abigail, and he rushed to start cooking. Not before plugging in his phone to his new speakers.
"Whoa, Taeko. Where did you get most of this new gear? Are those Dr. Dre headphones?! Dude, these are worth an arm and two legs." Abigail said holding up those headphones.
"That's a secret, Abs. Train hard enough, and maybe I'll tell how I got them for free." Taeko teased as he put on a song.
[Shadow Farmhouse BGM Unlocked - |DJ Grumble – DigDug3]
"Free? You bullshitting?" Sebastian asked.
"No, I am not yanking you around, but this says secret. I'm only planning to share this secret to those willing to fuck over Joja." Taeko said with a smirk.
"I'm listening." Abigail said.
"Not yet." Taeko said as he continued cooking.
He had to use a few leeks and spring onions to make the flavor for the breadsticks just right as he did not have any garlic to use. He also cooked up the carp and herring for Tom to eat, and before long, the house smelled of food. Tom trotted up nuzzling his master's leg.
"Ok you furry little basard, lunch is ready." Taeko said taking the fire off and putting stuff away in the fridge.
Taeko put the food for him and his party on the table while setting the food bowl of fish for Tom. Logan got a nice big chicken leg to gnaw on along with some apple slices with the seeds removed.
"I could get used to this." Abigail said drooling.
"You should get used to cooking your own food." Sebastian teased. "You like the cobbler yet hates getting the fruit to make it."
[Shadow Farmhouse BGM Ended]
Abigail rolled his eyes and took a plate. The three were soon on the couch having lunch and watching television.
"Remember when Pokémon was the coolest anime to watch? What happened?" Abigail asked as they watched the Team Rocket motto.
"Several things, but I can sum it up. We grew up, the games grew up, but Ash didn't." Taeko said flatly.
"Also, genwunners. Why else would Team Rocket still be around? If they want to keep the trio so bad, just have them join the new region's evil team." Sebastian said lazily. "And maybe follow the games instead of bastardizing them along with the rules."
"I used to think Aim for the Horn was cool, but after growing up with the games, it's a bitter reminder of praising lazy writing. But looking back, not all of the anime's changes were bad…but many had a lot left to be desired" Taeko said between bites.
Abigail changed the channel to the news to find something funny being reported.
"Somebody mailed the president a picture of a middle finger. I want to laugh, but I just think it's sad it's gotten to that point." Abigail said bitterly.
"Blame the politicians and voters." Sebastian said finishing his plate before getting a blunt out. "Why do you think it takes so much to get anything done?"
"Honestly, days like this, I'm glad to live in the territories." Taeko said using a spark of ki to light up Sebastian's joint. "Regardless of what side you take, you're just screwed to stagnation."
"Amen to that, brother." Sebastian said taking a drag as Abigail changed the channel.
"Ugh, there's nothing on TV." Abigail said annoyed. "Unless you guys want to watch Star Vs?"
There was a shrug and they vegged out to watch. An hour later, the trio were outside training.
"You sure we can't go to the mines?" Abigail asked.
"I don't have my pickaxe. I gave all my tools except the scythe to Clint to upgrade. I got a neat deal. I found a bunch of star shards and he offered to upgrade my stuff to steel quality in exchange." Taeko said spin kicking over a tree.
"Star shards? Taeko…I think he played you. Even if he does upgrade them, those star shards are really valuable. How many did you find?" Sebastian asked.
"Nine of them." Taeko said turning to face his friend. "Along with some jagoite and opals."
"All that leaves Clint with a net profit of 10…probably 20,000 gold. I should have warned you sooner, but don't sell precious stones to that creep. He has connections to collectors that pay insane amounts for precious stones. Well without having to pay you a cut." Sebastian asked.
Taeko would and should be mad, but he sighed.
"Well then, if he doesn't have my stuff upgraded by tomorrow, I will simply shove my pickaxe up his ass. Also, I am going to make sure that I never have to buy anything from that douchebag unless I have to." Taeko said coldly. "I'll mine for coal on the double."
Abigail bid farewell to head home while Taeko and Sebastian headed to the Community Center.
"So, another bundle, done?" Sebastian asked.
"Crab Pot Bundle. I'm about to put it the last one." Taeko said coming up to the bundle. "But I wonder what the Juminos will give me in return?"
In when the Crayfish and a text box flashed up.
["Crab Pot Bundle" Complete! Reward: (3) Crab Pots]
[You have completed 3 Bundles! New Hats have unlocked at the Hat Shop! New outfits for San unlocked!]
"It's funny that I had to get one of these to get most of the items on that list, and never got one until now." Taeko said holding one the three [Crab Pots].
Sebastian could only chuckle and he suggested setting them up in the Mountain Lake to which they did. He checked on the hens and got at least three eggs before putting them, the two emeralds he had on his, and three clams into the selling bin. With that all done, Taeko took to continue training for a few more ideas before getting interrupted by Maru.
"You've been busy. Haven't really seen much of you." Taeko said.
"I could say the same about you." Maru said with her hands in her long coat pockets.
"Wait, your cross on your hat…it's blue now?" Taeko asked in confusion.
"Apparently, our government thought they could cheat the Red Cross out of a copyright to save a few dollars. As you can see, it backfired when it's revealed they committed a Geneva Convention rule." Maru remarked. "They don't play at all."
So, the medical buildings on the Ferngill Republic were stuck with blue crosses until the government scrambled to pay for damages.
"So, what can I do for you?" Taeko asked.
"I made something to help defend yourself, but it's back home. So, walk me home?" Maru said leaving enough for Taeko to get the hint.
Taeko nodded and went in to change into his Blacklight clothes before walking Maru through the Backwoods to get to her home unknowingly triggering Sebastian's four heart scene. The two came to see Sebastian working on his motorcycle. Taeko whistled in appreciation.
"Like it, Taeko? A 2003 Aprilia RSV1000R Factory." Sebastian said wiping off the grease off his hands.
"So, you got your dream bike? And what about your dream car?" Taeko asked.
"I dunno, did you get yours?" Sebastian asked.
"What is your dream car?" Maru said speaking up.
"A 2006 Nissan 350Z painted up real nice…" Taeko said with a bit of drool. "Black with green flames on the sides."
"I prefer it's cousin car, the 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R. Oh boy. I'd drive it for miles." Sebastian said with glee.
"You realize both those cars have been discontinued, right?" Maru said.
"Don't be a downer and ruin a man's dream!" Sebastian snapped. "Let us dream."
Maru sighed and dragged Taeko inside past Demetrius and Robin who were confused and bemused. Once in her room, Maru threw off her coat and took the invention out of the drawer. It looked like a small circular saw with wires on the "metallic" side and a little magnet on the end.
"Introducing, the Magnetic Field Generator Mk 1!" Maru said dramatically.
As Maru was explaining it, Taeko used [Observe].
[Weapon – Magnetic Field Generator Mk.1 – Buff Tech – Built by Maru, this trusty device creates magnetic shields to protect you and your allies from harm! - Absorbs incoming damage for two minutes. Shield Tech – (cooldown after use: 4 minutes)]
Maru finished her explanation and Taeko had a smirk on his face.
"It's great for short-term defense!" Taeko said taking it up. "Brilliant craftsmanship."
"I've tried it out, and it works well enough. Just don't do it in front of other machines. You can scramble them up." Maru remarked.
"Well, my hero." Taeko said teasing. "But seriously thanks."
"I really want you to stay, but my dad is probably going to ask questions." Maru remarked.
"Gotcha." Taeko said leaving through Maru's side door.
Taeko looked down at the new tool to his arsenal. It looked nearly familiar to a game he used to play, but he couldn't remember where. Walking up to the crab pots, he found Linus meditating near the lake.
"Linus." Taeko said firmly.
"Young Maelstrom. So, you're the one who put the pots out." Linus said as Taeko checked them. "Catch anything good?"
"[Crayfish]. You can have two of them. I don't really want any more fish for a while." Taeko said sheepishly.
"Heh, you can never get enough of them. By the way, I didn't know you were dealing with the wolves of old." Linus said.
"So, you know Moro?" Taeko asked.
"Tangled with her. Do not underestimate her. I'm surprised you hang out with the girl she adopted." Linus said.
"Well, it's complicated. Long story short, she's been in my fields after the fiasco with that totem. I beat up and I got blackmail over her. As for Moro, I have a feeling she's gunning for me soon enough. But I will be ready." Taeko remarked.
Taeko left leaving Linus concerned yet hopeful. The swordsman returned to the Farm Cave to check for mushrooms and fruits.
"Common mushroom, red mushroom, purple mushroom, an apple, an orange, and a Spice Berry…which only grows in summer…" Taeko said before rolling his eyes.
He shoved the objects into his fridge and plopped into bed only getting a few text boxes stating that Taeko's friendship with Maru is at four hearts and Sebastian's was now at five. There were no complaints about that, and he drifted off to sleep.
(Grataton Kingdom, South Island)
Hikari had was leaning back in her recliner in her new place in Angora Blue. She did enough quests to get access up there and have the gondola. Hikari remembered when she spotted the deviant responsible for sucking up the houses. He escaped, but not before a well-timed rock winged him in the head thanks to Hikari. That was two days ago, and King Ronald was livid with Helen. Poor woman could only just bow her head in shame. Hikari had to admit that the king had a point in that police presence should be increased. However, Hikari stuck up for Helen admitting that the crook had wrecked several stations hampering police efforts. In the end, the king apologized for his outburst. However, the king did leave the town with two of his royal guards to aid in the hunt. At the moment, Hikari was relaxing that night and planned to turn in. And there was a knock on the door, and she opened it to get a frantic Tim.
"Hikari, I saw it…the UFO you mentioned. It just crashed into a helicopter." Tim said in a panic.
Hikari got on her hoodie and muttered under her breath.
"Looks like I'm getting no sleep now…"
[STATS]
Taeko Kiba Maelstrom
Occupation: Farmer/Freelancer Ronin
Age: 20 years
HP: 870/870
Energy: 700/700
Overall Level: Sodbuster
Farming Skill Level: 2
Mining Skill Level: 4
Foraging Skill Level: 6
Fishing Skill Level: 4
Combat Skill Level: 10
Gold: 40364
Taeko is a former employee of the corrupt Joja Corporation. Screwing it over, he got away with it free to chase his dreams and ambitions. An anti-hero and a roughneck, he's shown the town he's no pushover. Running Shadow Farm, the ronin is thrusted into plenty of strange happenings within the valley. His favorite food is pepperoni pizza. His favorite gifts tend to center around gaming, manga, and combat. His least favorite food is sea cucumber as he can only tolerate it in Lucky Lunches as he recently discovered.
[Taeko's Perks]
The Gamer's Mind – Allows the user to calmly and logically think things through. Allows peaceful state of Mind. Immunity to Psychological Mass Effect and Hypnotism.
The Gamer's Body – Grants the user a body to live life like a video game, Immunity to Physical Damage, but not the pain. Sleeping in a bed fully restores HP/Energy, Sleeping in a tent restores HP/Energy by 75% of total amount, and sleeping on an improvised surface (a couch, the ground) restores HP/Energy by 50% of maximum amount.
Made of Iron – You can survive your HP going down to zero, and you only need four hours and ten minutes of sleep to function perfectly. (Downside, you have to bed before 2 A.M. or else you pass out.)
Fighter – All attacks deal 10% more damage. (+15 HP) (Augmented by Anasatsuken fighting style)
Brute – Damage is increased by 15% (Frozen until further noticed)
Gatherer - Chance for double harvest of foraged items. (20% chance of double harvest)
Matters of the Mind - Gamer's Mind has expanded your mind to where you can perform new feats. (Access to learning telekinetic abilities)
Friend to all Children - You are considered a great person for kids to look up to. (This perk can have children more likely to trust you and see you as a role model. It can attract "MILF"s and make it easier to befriend motherly people.)
Fruitful Multiplying - Leah lends you support! Forage finding are doubled when you forage, and the growth of fruit trees are halved (V-Card Boost Doubles the multiplier).
[Item's Equipped]
Emerald Ring - These are from a set of rings call Stat Rings. These rings enhance a skill depending on the jewel on the hilt. The emerald is imbued with the power of speed. (Increases weapon speed by 10%)
Alpha Blacklight Shirt – Body (Equip Item) – Stand apart from any crowd in this dark zip-front shirt with its own blue illumination. (FusionFall collectible) (+1 Defense)(Glow Effect Similar to a Glow Ring)
Alpha Blacklight Pants – Legs (Equip Item) - Stand apart from any crowd in these pants with its own blue illumination. (FusionFall collectible) (+1 Defense)(Glow Effect Similar to a Glow Ring)
Alpha Blacklight Shoes – Feet (Equip Item) – Shoes emblazed with illumination. Kick spawns in style. (FusionFall collectible) (+1 Defense, +2 Speed)(Glow Effect Similar to a Glow Ring)
Rabbit's Foot – Some say it's lucky, and it sells highly. (Equipping this item lowers your chances of getting unlucky streaks.)
Infrared Goggles– Glasses (Equip Item) – Night vision is yours! Get the edge over your foes by sneaking up on them in the dark. (FusionFall collectible) [Allows for night-vision in darkness] Once equipped, they can be summoned on and off at will.
[Relationships]
Sandy – 4.40/10 Hearts – 1100 Friendship Points
Pam – 0.4/10 Hearts – 100 Friendship Points
Lewis – 3.6/10 Hearts – 860 Friendship Points
Pierre – 2.4/10 Hearts – 600 Friendship Points
Robin – 1/10 Hearts – 250 Friendship Points
Abigail – 5/10 Hearts – 1250 Friendship Points
Caroline – .40/10 Hearts – 100 Friendship Points
George – 1.4/10 Hearts – 350 Friendship Points
Evelyn – 1.4/10 Hearts – 350 Friendship Points
Alex – 1/10 Hearts – 250 Friendship Points
Harvey – 1.4/10 Hearts – 350 Friendship Points
Maru – 4/10 Hearts – 1000 Friendship Points
Linus – 4/10 Hearts – 1000 Friendship Points
Gus (and Cosette) – 3/10 Hearts – 750 Friendship Points
Sebastian – 5/10 Hearts – 1250 Friendship Points
Haley – 1/10 Hearts – 250 Friendship Points
Emily – 1/10 – 250 Friendship Points
Penny – 5.6/10 – 1400 Friendship Points
Jas – 8/10 Hearts – 2000 Friendship Points
Vincent – 8/10 Hearts – 2000 Friendship Points
Demetrius – 1/10 Hearts – 260 Friendship Points
Clint – .40/10 Hearts – 100 Friendship Points
Willy – 2/10 Hearts – 500 Friendship Points
Leah – 10/10 Hearts – 2500 Friendship Points
Marnie – 3.9/10 Hearts – 980 Friendship Points
Elliot – 0.4/10 Hearts – 100 Friendship Points
Shane – 3/10 Hearts – 750 Friendship Points
Sam – 2/10 Hearts – 500 Friendship Points
Jodi – 3/10 Hearts – 750 Friendship Points
Myth – 4/10 Hearts – 1000 Friendship Points
[Status of the Farm]
[Column 1]
[Empty]
[Column 2]
Row 9) Beans (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 14/10) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 11) Beans (Basic Fertiziler) (Days in the Soil: 12/10) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
[Column 3]
Row 1) Beans (Basic Retaining Soil) (Days in the Soil: 12/10) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 2) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 3/25) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 3) Beans (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 11/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days after it's Fully Grown)
Row 4) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 2/25) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 5) Beans (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 11/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 6) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 3/25) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 7) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 2/25) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 8) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 3/25) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
[Column 4]
Row 6) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 32/28) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 7) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 32/28) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 8) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 32/28) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 9) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 32/28) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
[Flower Box]
Slot 1) Blue Jazz (Days in the Soil: 7/7)
Slot 2) Blue Jazz (Days in the Soil: 7/7)
Slot 3) Blue Jazz (Days in the Soil: 7/7)
Slot 4) Blue Jazz (Days in the Soil: 7/7)
Slot 5) Tulip (Days in the Soil: 6/6)
Slot 6) Tulip (Days in the Soil: 6/6)
Slot 7) Tulip (Days in the Soil: 6/6)
Slot 8) Tulip (Days in the Soil: 6/6)
-Bee House (Tulip Honey) (4/4)-
(Day 11 Total Profits: 750)
(Shadow Farm's Total Profits (This adds all the money made by the end of each day): 38,840 Gold)
[Status of the Pets]
[Pretty much the same, no need to repost the stats of them]
[SAVING GAME]
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[GAME SAVED!]
(A/N: Sorry this took so long. School got in the life along with other projects. It's a miracle I got this one hammered out before finals. Taeko's cashed his v-card with his best friend finally blowing off the tension! Either way, enjoy this chapter. Please review and so on. *collapses to get some sleep*)
(Remastered A/N: About the three pirates crews, like the motel…I kind of forgot about them after this chapter. That will be soon to change in the Summer season.)