Raising a Bun with a Daily Life System

by Usui Takumii

not mine, bbmtls dot wordpress, foxaholic and chrysanthemum garden Total: 158 chapters . Waiting for the translator to update.

1. 00 to 10

Description

Yuan Xi had a dream about a s*xual encounter, only to discover after a night of pleasure that it had all been real. After being shocked silly for a long time, he ran away.

Who would have thought that a big grown man like him would become pregnant and have a son?

The question was, who is the child's father? It had been too dark for Lao Tzu to see clearly!

Also, what was this daily life system that has been attached to him?

Farming Skill

Ranching Skill

Harvesting Skill

Cooking Skill

Building Skill

Skinning Skill

Sewing Skill

Smithing Skill

… There was a never-ending row of categories.

老子 Lao Tzu: A way of referring to oneself, usually in angry or joking situations.

1 – A dream about a sexual encounter (mildly NSFW)

translator: xiin

editor: butter

Yuan Xi had a dream. He was a hot blooded male in his prime, and although he was a genuine virgin, they were in the information age. Even if he did not want to watch, every now and then an advertisement would pop up to teach him how to jerk off.

So, there wasn't anything surprising about having such a dream.

And because he was not interested in women and only liked men, it had not seemed too unexpected that the figure who had appeared in his dream was a sexy man with a powerful figure.

It was just that this dream was blurry and dark as pitch. He could tell the man's outline was excellent, and touching him felt very good, but he couldn't see his face. Though, as far as the present situation went, as long as his features were not too bad, it was definitely his kind of dish.

Besides, this was his dream. Wouldn't he look exactly like how he wanted him to look?

When he thought of this, Yuan Xi immediately felt great. It was like he had suddenly been infused with energy as he boldly began to do all the things he usually wouldn't dare to do.

There was nothing to be afraid of in his own dream. Even if it was his first time, there would be nobody to laugh at him, so Yuan Xi opened up even more.

He took the initiative to go and feel up the 'inflatable doll' in his imagination.

Aiyo, this arm was so strong. My god, this chest was really powerful. *Drooling* these abs… this was way, way too was in line with his fantasies. At first glance this wasn't something that a little weak chicken who sat in an office all day could be compared to.

The vigorous tension under his skin made Yuan Xi especially envious and he couldn't help but reach up to kiss and touch. If it hadn't been that Yuan Xi had a baby face, this kind of behaviour would have come across as dreadfully frivolous…

Yuan Xi messed around until his own lower body swelled up. His confused mind pondered for a long time before coming to the conclusion that it was time to score a homerun, so he reached out his hand to try and touch the inflatable doll's buttocks.

But his hand was caught before he could touch, and the hand that grasped his was very strong, and very irrefutable.

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Yuan Xi was shocked, thinking that this was indeed a dream. Did the inflatable doll want to take the initiative and service him? With this in mind, he was even happier as he laid down on the bed and relaxed, anticipating his enjoyment.

The inflatable doll's methods were very good and the virgin Yuan Xi's mind was almost instantly unable to think. The hands that roved around his body seemed to have some magic power that ignited fire wherever they touched, making him feel like there was an electric current passing through his whole body. He had an indescribable sense of physical excitement.

It was really too wonderful. Yuan Xi had never had a dream with sensations like this; it was simply beyond his ability to imagine. The level of fantasy was high enough to write a lewd story with… hey, hey, he didn't realize that he had such talent in this area.

Yuan Xi was dazed and extremely satisfied with this beautiful wet dream of his. It wasn't until a sharp pain came from behind that his wonderful journey came to an end.

How could he still feel pain in his dreams? And it hurt so much, not to mention that the pain had come from that place that was awkward to talk about! What on earth was going on? How could he be stabbed there in his dream by the inflatable doll that his mind had made up? What kind of mysterious development was this?

A low, magnetic voice sounded, "First time?" There was some surprise and doubt in the tone.

Yuan Xi grit his teeth in pain. All the things he had wanted from this dream vanished like smoke from his heart and he only wanted to wake up as quickly as possible. But as soon as the thought surfaced, he suddenly felt a slightly chilly thing swipe across that place, then all the pain disappeared instantly.

It was amazing. Not only did it not hurt at all, there was also an unspeakable tingling that flew up and made him experience what it meant to feel an intolerable itch for something.

Everything that followed made Yuan Xi deeply feel that this truly was a dream, and a very exaggerated and strange dream and that.

He unexpectedly went the whole way with a man, and he was actually the one who had been topped!

The point was, this first time of his should've been painful to the point where he wanted to die, but it actually felt so good that he couldn't even find where north was. Other than the initial sharp feeling, he never felt pain again, but was instead serviced from beginning to end.

Such unscientific and illogical events could only be encountered in dreams.

Yuan Xi sighed and went to sleep completely satiated, filled with deep languor after a series of high tides.

Because of this, he also missed the opportunity to realize that this was reality a bit earlier.

The man straightened up, his gaze falling on the teenager lying in bed. Although there was no light, it did not affect his vision at all.

The teenager's body was not bad at all; his healthy wheat colored skin was both firm and lustrous, and those small buttocks of his were extremely tight. The man's mouth curved slightly as he gave them a light slap. The crisp sound echoed in the room, but the person who had just been slapped only turned over and murmured to himself before continuing to sleep.

The smile on the man's mouth deepened. Although it had been his first time, he had truly been an unexpectedly pleasant young man. The man's gaze carried some intent as he looked at him a little longer, but he ultimately did not indulge himself.

He got out of bed and stood beside it as he pressed lightly on his wrist, causing a pressed silver uniform to appear and wrap around his powerful body. Unfortunately, Yuan Xi was sleeping; if he had been awake to see such a scene, his eyes would've been shining – not because of how handsome the man looked with clothes on, but because of the convenience of having clothes that appeared on one's body at the press of a button. It was so high-tech; could it be any cooler?!

The man glanced at Yuan Xi again and was just about to leave when he hesitated. He reached out and covered Yuan Xi with a thin sheet from the foot of the bed before he finally turned around and left.

Yuan Xi stayed in a deep, satisfied slumber until the next morning when he suddenly jumped out of bed. Although there were no classes today, he still had to work two jobs.

Especially his morning job; he worked at a breakfast shop. How would he be able to work if he showed up late?!

Yuan Xi was grumbling about how the damned alarm clock hadn't gone off as he hurriedly pulled his clothes on. It wasn't until he was fully dressed that he realized that the situation in front of him seemed… not quite right.

He blinked and looked at the completely unfamiliar room. How was this in any way similar to his own small cubicle of a room that was only ten square meters big?! His poor self could only stare foolishly at the extravagance of this place!

Calm down, calm down. Yuan Xi tried to pacify his pounding heart. Although he was a self-proclaimed loser, he was one that had seen the world. He had struggled alone for so many years and had seen all kinds of storms and hardships. Hadn't he survived through them all?

Right after he managed to calm down, Yuan Xi's face changed again, He hadn't noticed before, but now that he was walking, the discomfort that came from a certain part of his lower body really made itself known.

No, it couldn't be… Yuan Xi's face was full of frustrated defeat. He couldn't possibly be this unlucky.

He unwillingly lifted his legs slowly and the hot, throbbing feeling was so obvious that he could no longer deceive himself.

Goddamn, how the hell was this a wet dream, Lao Tzu had really taken the real thing up his ass!

The purity that Lao Tzu had maintained for more than twenty years was unknowingly given away just like this…

Yuan Xi's entire person was in a state of blank foolishness. He had always known that he was a little bit careless, and treated a lot of things too casually, but even though he wasn't a woman, to have sex with someone while dazed and confused, what kind of situation was this?

This was no longer just carelessness. This had to be the manifestation of a deep mental problem!

Moreover, it seemed that the person who he had slept with was a true, genuine scum, leaving so freely after doing the deed without leaving even a trace of himself behind.

Yuan Xi was not pretentious enough to think about figuring out who it had been. In fact, he was currently considering a more realistic and cruel issue.

He had looked around and taken note of the luxuriousness and ostentatious nature of the decor and could no longer ignore the fact that it must be a hotel suite.

Based on his years of working experience, the price of one night in a suite of this level would definitely require him to sell a kidney.

So, Scumbag, it's fine for you to be free and unrestrained, saving us the embarrassment of meeting face to face, but did you pay for the room?

Lao Tzu was a grown man and doesn't require a proper set-up for his first night since losing his virginity is no big deal, but if you make Lao Tzu have to dig up a kidney, Lao Tzu will definitely fight you to the death, Scumbag!

2 – Beijing

translator: xiin

editor: alamerysl

Facts proved that Yuan Xi had really thought a little too much. Not only did he not need to settle the bill for the room, the beautiful service staff also told him that he could stay as long as he wanted because it was a long term guest room.

Yuan Xi let out a sigh of relief, but he had no intention of staying here for a long time. Although he couldn't figure out how he had gotten here, it certainly was not his place. He had to hurry back – although he must have already missed his morning job, he still had two more jobs to get to, and he couldn't delay any longer.

So he hurried to the door and left, but when he went out, he turned rigid, as though he had been locked in place by a body-freezing spell.

The scene before his eyes was too strange.

Tall buildings that pierced through the clouds, endless streams of cars flying in the air, numerous huge holographic projections, as well as those completely transparent shops that were floating in mid-air… One scene after another was very lively and bustling, but everything was still in order.

Yuan Xi was unable to pull himself together for a very long time. This was definitely not the city that he lived in. No… Everything here did not belong to the Earth in his memory. It was more like a futuristic society from the movies.

For a nervous creature like Yuan Xi, he found he was momentarily unable to accept this reality.

Having done the deed… was fine. Wasn't he already eighteen years old? Being on the bottom… was also fine. It wasn't as though he'd lost a chunk of meat, and not only did it not hurt, it even felt great.

But… What was the situation now? How did Lao Tzu inexplicably change locations? Didn't he just have a wet dream? What was this? What was this?! Really, what was this?!

Yuan Xi felt deeply that there were 10,000 little miniature versions of him roaring and shouting in his thoughts, 'Shocked, shocked, we are all shocked!'.

At this point, a jewel-blue flying car suddenly stopped in front of him, and a young man with a head of golden hair appeared, enthusiastically asking, "Brother, do you need a taxi?"

Yuan Xi was still standing there pretending to be a block of wood. The golden haired youth raised his brows, and then continued quite naturally, "First time in Beijing? Get in the car, brother here will give you a 20% discount."

Bei… Beijing… Yuan Xi's lips twitched fiercely. 'Bei' your sister! He studied in Beijing for four years, how come he'd never seen this version Beijing before!

While he was stunned into silence, he had already been invited up by the little blue flying car that was acting as enthusiastic as its host. Yes, you did not see incorrectly, he was really invited up by the little flying car.

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The golden haired youth was a typical chatterbox, sounds ceaselessly coming from his mouth. Even if Yuan Xi did not answer, he could still continue on the conversation by himself without pause:

"Brother, where is your home planet? You look like you're also from the federation, right? Speaking of which, I was shocked just like you when I first came to Beijing. This is one of the most prosperous planets in our federation. It's really awesome. Compared with here, that home planet of mine is really a poor place where even rabbits won't shit…"

Yuan Xi could not bring himself to say a single word. He really wanted to tell himself that this was a dream, but the tragic thing was, his few brain cells would never be able to create such a vivid dream.

The golden haired youth was still chattering on, enthusiastically introducing the various districts and streets of 'Beijing', and even including some gossip and trifles that Yuan Xi was unable to make heads or tails of.

Yuan Xi finally moved his gaze to the golden haired youth, and seeing his enthusiasm, his heart suddenly clicked back into place. If he recalled correctly, this flying car should be a taxi. Taxis could not be used for nothing, and Yuan Xi still remembered his words about a 20% discount.

That was to say, he had to pay when he got there. He still had his wallet with him, and it contained his living expenses for the month, so he had ten red one-hundred-yuan bills. If this was in the Beijing that he knew, he would not be afraid to take a taxi, but he didn't even have a clue what kind of place this was. Could he even use his red bills?

This thought had just crossed Yuan Xi's mind when he suddenly saw a big red bill.

That was precisely a one-hundred-yuan bill. But how big was it? It was as big as a building. Yuan Xi blinked, and only realized after a good while that this should be a 3D advertisement.

Sure enough, the golden haired youth opened his mouth and said: "Oh, oh, they are collecting ancient currency again. Is there really so much value in these outdated paper monies? The prices have been driven up to the sky. If an ordinary person had one or two of those, they would have enough to live on for life and not have to worry about food or clothing for their entire lives…"

Have enough to live on for life?!

Yuan Xi's eyes brightened. He had constantly been struggling for precisely that. My god… Could it be that this was his financial compensation for his shock?

One red bill was enough for him to live and eat without worries, and he had ten whole bills in his pocket! Could it be that he had encountered the miracle of becoming rich and handsome in a single second?

Calm down, calm down. Yuan Xi pacified his heart that was thumping wildly over money. He first quietly stuffed the ten one-hundred-yuan bills into the small pocket of his underpants before he mentally prepared himself, intending to properly ask about what was going on.

Because the youth with golden hair spoke very standard mandarin, he had no problems understanding Yuan Xi when he opened his mouth to speak.

Seeing that Yuan Xi had finally responded to him, the golden haired youth spoke even more. Although the collection of ancient currency was a relatively distant topic for him, he could not block out the advertising bombardment that went on all day long, so he still knew a lot about this matter.

Yuan Xi managed to sum up the information he wanted with great difficulty from the barrage of words.

Ruling out the possibility that he was dreaming, hallucinating, or having a mental breakdown, then it could basically be determined that he had travelled forward in time to the future. And it was a future that was an undetermined amount of years later.

This was Beijing, but it was a Beijing that was completely different from the one he knew. This Beijing was no longer a city, but an entire planet, classified as a M-class terrestrial planet.

The golden haired youth had nothing but endless praise for Beijing, saying that it was very similar to his version of heaven, but that was all. He was unable to provide any other information about the planet. He just kept repeating that it was amazing, and boasting with a strong sense of pride that he was able to live here.

As for the collection of ancient currency, it was similar to what Yuan Xi had imagined. Just like in his own era, there would be people who were keen on collecting antiques. In this era, there was also a group of such people. And the brand-new one-hundred-yuan bill in his hand became an antique in an instant.

To be precise, he also seemed to be an antique.

Yuan Xi was slightly shocked. He once again gathered his thoughts and turned his gaze forward. The windows of this blue flying car provided a 360 degree view. He could see the scenes outside from any angle; the vivid 3D holograms, and the products introduced in them were things that he would not be able to imagine even in his dreams.

The latest high-speed flying machine that could be reduced to the size of a ring, the 'cellphone' that had transparent screen and could freely transmit all kinds of information and even form itself in mid-air, and the smart robots that were advertising themselves by acting cute…

Yuan Xi's lips twitched, and he pulled his eyes away from the intelligent robot with a beautiful maiden's face and the body of a buff man. He was afraid that if he looked at it for another minute, his eyes would go blind.

The scene in front of him left Yuan Xi, who was a real local dumpling, with too much to watch. It was only when the little flying car finally stopped that he looked doubtfully at the golden haired youth.

The golden haired youth also seemed to be somewhat discontented, muttering, "This is the twelfth spot check of this month. This is Beijing, how could there possibly be so many cosmic pirates? The airspace defense system here is one of the best in the entire federation. If pirates can really sneak in, then we'll really have seen a ghost…"

His mouth was complaining, but his movements were very well-behaved as he stopped at the designated place for inspection.

Yuan Xi did not take this little episode seriously. Those were cosmic pirates. How could it have even the slightest relationship to an outdated antique like him?

The roof of the little blue flying car opened up. The golden haired youth had just been complaining a moment ago, but now that he was facing the inspector wearing a dark blue uniform standing beside the car, his smile was as magnificent as a blooming flower. "Vice-captain Li, thank you for your hard work. We have already been checked twelve times, how could there be any problems? We have completed all the procedures and we've been very proper…"

The man called Vice-captain Li's eyelids twitched. He glanced at him, but did not say much. Instead, he turned his gaze towards Yuan Xi.

"Please remove all defenses and hand over your identity chips for verification." Vice-captain's voice was stiff. Although the content of his words was polite, his tone was tired. Obviously, this was just a formality.

Yuan Xi blanked. He was a little confused… what defenses, what chips… Hold on. A bad hunch started to spring up from his heart.

It was a different era, but the methods to apprehend culprits seemed to still be basically the same? Regarding this 'chip' thing, although he did not understand completely, he has watched movies before. It wouldn't be some sort of identification card type thing, right?

He was a very good, model Chinese citizen! All of his identification papers were complete, but he didn't even know what this chip thing looked like!

Seeing that he was silent, Vice-captain Li repeated what he had just said.

Yuan Xi pressed his lips together as countless thoughts churned in his mind.

The golden haired youth was really warm hearted. Seeing Yuan Xi like this, he quickly interrupted, "Brother, you don't need to be nervous. Didn't we have to pass the security checks when we came to Beijing? It's the same thing. This is just a routine check that looks at your basic information. They don't have permission to look into your personal information."

Yuan Xi was already screaming in his heart. Big brother, the key point was that he did not have a chip at all!

In this deadlocked situation, Vice-captain Li finally set aside his lazy attitude and his face became stern. He brought something out and pointed it precisely at Yuan Xi. "A compulsory scan will be conducted in three seconds."

Yuan Xi stared at the rectangular object in the Vice-captain's hand, and his lips twitched. Big brother, what are you doing pointing a remote control at me… Although he intellectually understood that a policeman would not bring out a remote control when he came out to handle matters, and there was a 80% chance that it was some sort of future edition, advanced weaponry, this shape was a little too dramatic…

Compared with his calmness, the golden haired youth's expression was frightened. He hurriedly urged Yuan Xi: "You… You should hurry up and agree. This, this could be fatal."

Yuan Xi expressionlessly looked at the golden haired youth, then turned his head to Vice-captain Li and said stiffly, "I don't have…"

The word "chip" hadn't even left his mouth when Vice-Captain Li's eyes opened sharply and his mouth dropped opened. His body quickly dissolved and disappeared in an instant….

Yuan Xi was dumbfounded. What's going on here? Why…how did he die?

He just said a word, no, no. He didn't even finish saying a word, and the man died so suddenly. What he said was so powerful, how could he have lived for 24 years and never known this power?

At his side was the yellow-haired youth, who apparently knew much more than Yuan Xi. Yuan Xi saw him trembling like how one shakes a sifter. The scene before was obviously very scary.

Yuan Xi was also instantly vigilant. Unfortunately, it was obvious something must have happened. He quickly put away the remote control that had fallen beside him.

The thought had just flashed in his mind, when two figures suddenly boarded the car and sat behind the driver's seat in a flash of shadow. Both the yellow-haired youth and Yuan Xi instantly felt something hard against the backs of their heads.

It goes without saying what it was.

Yuan Xi did not dare turn his head. He only heard a very sharp voice behind him command: "Drive!"

At that moment, the yellow-haired youth was scared to the point of peeing. He was so scared he couldn't even move his body and he couldn't start the car.

Yuan Xi was very anxious, but he couldn't speak out for fear that the two scoundrels would directly kill them. However, the psychological quality of the yellow-haired youth really was poor; his hands were shaking for a long time, and he was distracted (from fear) to start the car.

The hoodlums behind them became angry: "Quickly if you don't want to die!"

As soon as they said this, the yellow-haired youth couldn't endure any longer. Yuan Xi knew the situation was not good. The scoundrels had already lost his patience. Yuan Xi helplessly watched in terror as the the yellow-haired youth dissolved right in front of his eyes.

At such close range, Yuan Xi almost vomited from nausea, but he endured much in the past and his nerves were much stronger than those of ordinary people. He was stunned, but endured with all his will and calmed down.

When the driver died, someone else had to drive. The scoundrel pointed his weapon at Yuan Xi and said sharply: "You go and drive."

Yuan Xi should be reading this at .com. Translator is lazysoozan.

Yuan Xi swore at his mother in his heart, driving your sister*, laozi** can only drive a bicycle! But at this time, he could not show it. If he did not move quickly, he would die here.

Yuan Xi did not hesitate to sit in the driver's seat, TMD***, he's never even driven a regular car but now he has to drive a flying car. Laozi's luck is really not so good.

Yuan Xi looked down at the operating panel. Fortunately, in this future society, the high-tech gadgets are increasingly human-oriented and intuitive. He glanced at it and was automatically dragged into a racing system. Didn't he once drive a go-kart or a bumper car?

Yuan Xi just got the car moving when he heard a "drop" sound and then a "Congratulations, driving has been activated." An interface then popped up. Yuan Xi no longer worried as much now. He just clicked the "confirm", and the aerodyne (flying car) wildly rushed out.

The car accelerated sharply, sending the scoundrels in the backseat reeling. A sharp voice immediately started cursing, clamouring to kill Yuan Xi. But the other man with a lower voice stopped him: "Bazi! Shut the fuck up! See to this kid, and I'll deal with the bunch of federal dogs behind us."

The man called Bazi really shut up, and pressed his weapon against Yuan Xi's head. In a harsh voice, he said: "The destination is Port 1007 in Linyang District. Drive quickly and don't play any tricks, and we'll leave you a life when we get there."

Yuan Xi looked neither left nor right. He knew in his heart that the two men had just killed the policeman. They must have stirred up some trouble with the police force, and the police patrol were sure to catch up. However, Yuan Xi did not dare to hope for rescue with his luck.

Not mentioning anything else, even if he were rescued, he was essentially an old antique without any identification papers. There was an 80% chance the policemen would regard him as their accomplice. At that time, even eight mouths would not be able to explain the situation clearly.

But, Yuan Xi will not naively believe what those two criminals said. What leave you a life or something when you get there; that translates to killing you when you're useless. Let you live? Those two criminals would kill him without the slightest hesitation. Unless he's possessed by the Virgin Mary, he'll definitely be killed.

Yuan Xi took a deep breath. Thousands of ideas circled in his mind. He could not pander to the policemen, but he definitely could not believe those two scoundrels. What on earth should he do?

Yuan Xi took a deep breath. Thousands of ideas circled in his mind. He could not pander to the policemen, but he definitely could not believe those two scoundrels. What on earth should he do?

Yuan Xi should be reading this at .com. Translator is lazysoozan.

Yuan Xi looked at the navigation map in front of him. They arrived in Linyang District. Port 1007 is near the atmosphere. At their present speed, they'll certainly be able to arrive in about a minute.

Additionally, the policemen were chasing them. However, the two weapons the criminals had are so powerful that they can sustain battle for this long. Yuan Xi was very anxious. If they arrived at the harbor, there must be some people who would support the two criminals. By that time, he would not have any opportunities to resist.

Wait…Yuan Xi suddenly remembered what the yellow-haired youth said. This is Beijing. The airspace defense system is one of the best in the whole federation. Therefore, there are certainly won't be too many people to help these scoundrels, and they'll likely stand out.

But now that these two criminals were making such a fuss, the nearest port is bound to be sealed off. How could these two scoundrels escape in such a situation?

Unless…unless…

He was violently pulled and Yuan Xi's body was dragged from the driver's seat. He shielded his head and body was struck with a hard object. It was very painful, but he likely only sustained bruises.

He rolled under the co-pilot's seat. The scoundrel named Bazi swore at him and grabbed the driver's seat. He rapidly tapped the operating panel with both hands, then slid a thin pipe that was as long as chopsticks into a slot.

Yuan Xi's sharp eyes noticed that after the pipe was inserted, the energy that was originally consumed by the aerodyne was instantaneously refilled, showing a bright red color that looked as if it were about to burst. Although he didn't know anything, it was clear to him that the aerodyne could not bear the full fury of this power.

But, the criminal did not care at all. He stopped attacking Yuan Xi's back, climbed into the driver's seat, and buckled his seat belt. Yuan Xi screamed in his heart, then climbed into the co-pilot's seat and buckled the seat belt.

He had just settled when he was walloped by a tremendous impact. The super high speed of the flying car made him feel an intense tearing force throughout his body. If he had not secured himself in the co-pilot's seat at the last minute, he would have been thrown out of the car and died.

After a lingering moment of fear, he noticed the flying car had stopped. When Yuan Xi looked at the situation, it suddenly became clear to him.

Yuan Xi should be reading this at .com. Translator is lazysoozan.

He was right to guess that the two men wanted to leave the planet, but no one actually came to their aid. So, they chose a simpler and more brutal approach.

Hijacking…

There was a civilian starship, about 50 meters long, carrying about 50 passengers. It wasn't a very large starship, or in the view of the federation. It was the most common type of ship, usually used as some fixed-route passenger ship.

The two criminals carefully considered the matter, and chose this starship. When the passenger ship was first developed, its attack power was infinitely close to zero but tended to have protective shields and high maneuverability at high speeds. And because it's a passenger ship, passengers have to go through strict security checks before boarding. Passengers were not allowed to carry any offensive weapons inside the ship.

The two criminals chose such a starship as there was no threat to them. As long as they could infiltrate the starship, it can be easily captured by just the two of them. Moreover, there were more than 50 hostages free of charge, which is the best way for them to escape from Beijing.

Yuan Xi naturally did not know this. After getting out of the flying car, the two criminals instantly gained control of the passenger ship. Yuan Xi took advantage of the fact that they weren't paying attention to him to find a place to hide.

The starship passengers were initially panicked and frightened, but were restrained by the powerful weapons. In this era, the human body has not greatly evolved. On the other hand, the rapid development of science and technology produced increasingly high-tech weapons. Without protective measures, it was too easy to destroy humans.

So, no one wanted to challenge these two criminals.

As Yuan Xi quietly watched, no one was killed or injured, which helped calm his anxiety. Although these people were strangers to him and were unlikely to have anything to do with him in the future, they were still human beings. They weren't any different from the people he knew. He couldn't indifferently watch as these people died.

But, no one died at this time. After all, they need these hostages [alive] in exchange for the chance to escape the planet.

Yuan Xi just couldn't figure it out. How did they break into the starship so easily? The moment passed so quickly. He only felt a strong, dizzying pull, but he was not conscious of anything else, let alone see anything. There was just a flash, and then he was inside the starship. It was like…it was like teleportation!

Yuan Xi should be reading this at .com. Translator is lazysoozan.

Is it possible? Yuan Xi is not sure of how far science and technology developed.

At the criminals' demands, the starship's power system was activated and the starship was ready to launch.

At the same time, they also negotiated with the policemen who pursued them outside.

Yuan Xi has seen such scenes on TV all of his life, but did not expect to personally experience this scene. All he could feel was: What the fuck!

His heart was angry, but his mind was unusually calm. Are these two scum really going to let go of this starship? And what did they do? They were only two people yet they could escape from so many pursuers and hijack a starship.

Additionally, a terrible thought wandered into Yuan Xi's mind. These two criminals were definitely not so simple as to rob money to make a fuss. They must have committed a serious crime. Under such circumstances, will those who negotiated with them let them go?

As soon as he thought that, he heard the scoundrel named Bazi shout in anger, then sharply ask: "Fengyun, you federal lackey, you're ignoring the lives of the 50 people on this ship!"

Hearing this, Yuan Xi swore. He can't be so unlucky, he thought. Come on, come on!

He quietly moved positions. From this angle, he could see all those involved. There was a 3-D hologram. The two scumbags were standing in front, opposite [the image of] a man dressed in a silver uniform on the screen.

The uniform style was simple and atmospheric, the lines [of the uniform] flattering the lines of his body. His hair was a pure gold and his skin was white, [appearing] almost bloodless. His five features* were handsome, but those green eyes were like snakes. Even through the screen, he could still feel the malicious intent harbored in those eyes.

Seeing such a person, Yuan Xi's heart jolted. This was probably the federal official named Feng Yun. Just looking at him like this, he thought that he was absolutely not a good person.

Compared to Bazi's fury, the other scoundrel seemed calmer though there was also a slight twinkle in his black eyes. He obviously did not expect Feng Yun to be so fierce.

He (Bazi) managed to calm his voice and said: "Colonel Feng Yun, our request is very simple. You just need to open the port corridor and we'll immediately release more than 50 people go as soon as we leave."

On the screen, the corners of the [man's] mouth was hooked up in a tight smile of outright malice: "I told you. Surrender what you took, and I'll consider leaving you your lives."

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The criminal with the low voice became angry: "Do you really see the lives of the 54 federal citizens on this ship as nothing? Or do you think we dare not kill them?"

Having said that, he narrowed his eyes dangerously, but there was no fluctuation on Feng Yun's face on the monitor across him. Instead, he (FY) shook his finger and said: "My patience is limited and you don't have much time."

He was so indifferent that the criminal unwillingly asked: "If more than 50 people died, do you think you will remain in office? If we expose your image, what do you think you will end up with?"

The handsome man on the monitor squinted and laughed with his whole body: "You think I'll give you the chance?"

When he said this, the criminal's face changed. He lowered his head and his face became unsightly.

Feng Yun added: "Well, if you don't want to give it to me, you can take it to hell with you."

When he(FY) said this, Bazi became anxious and he shouted: "You can't! You dare not! If something like this happens under your jurisdiction, you will certainly be unable to eat and walk around [freely]."

That Feng Yun was unmoved. Finally, he gave them a big smile then forcibly cut the connection, ending the conversation with them.

Yuan Xi watched the entire course of events, scolding both the scum official and those two fucking officials in his heart. Why don't those three dregs come together and die? Their lives are a scourge to the common people!

There is no [hope of] rescue, and no indication of what those two criminals are going to do.

At that time, the starship violently shook and a succession of sharp alarms sounded. Feng Yun, that scum, started attacking like this!

The two scoundrels also panicked. They quickly moved to the main control room of the starship and shouted: "Take off! Give me a quick take off!"

Under these circumstances, taking off by force is the same as courting death. However, being forced by [the attacking federal] weapons, the controller had [no choice but to] start the starship's power system.

The two criminals suddenly ran to the right rear area of the spaceship, and Yuan Xi's heart moved with them. That place seemed to be the [central] powerhouse of the starship. Bazi took out another long pipe [that were as thick as] chopsticks, which Yuan Xi had noticed on the aerodyne**. At that time, this was the thing that brought them inside the starship in an instant. Did they have a method to return?

That Bazi started to insert the pipe into the energy slot just like he did last time, but the other scoundrel stopped him: "We can't waste any more energy. Since we can't use these 50 plus people to threaten the Federation, they're already wastes. We should dispose of them first."

As soon as their voices died away, they turned around again. Yuan Xi was shocked. He knew he couldn't wait any longer; he couldn't let them kill anymore. He touched the remote control-like weapon he hid in his arms this whole time. This was the same weapon that the dead Vice-Captain Li had dropped. It boosted his courage, and he rushed to catch up [with the criminals].

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Although the two thugs were armed, they were more high-tech than his. However, during this period of observation, Yuan Xi realized the two men's physical fitness was very average, and they relied completely on their weapons. If Yuan Xi could grab the opportunity, he is sure to bring them both down.

Yuan Xi took a deep breath. He grew up without his parents, and was brought up in the streets and alleyways, using Chinese boxing to avoid being bullied. Others would dare not say anything about his abilities, and would speedily run away.

He ran at full speed and arrived in the cabin before the two thugs. The passengers in the cabin were already rioting because of the sudden absence of the criminals. They wanted to escape, but the starship was [already] in the air and it was impossible [for them] to leave. There was no order and the cabin was in chaos.

Yuan Xi did not have the time to calm them at that moment. He quickly lay in ambush were the criminals were about to appear.

Yuan Xi looked [at the situation] calmly. He had to him them both all at once. If he only killed one person first, then the other was sure to fight him.

Yuan Xi held his breath, ignoring the screams, curses, and crying around him. He locked all of his spirit [and focus] on the two thugs. He had not used the weapon and did not know the range. However, in the present situation, he could only minimize the probability of failure. Thus, when the criminals approached him, he suddenly attacked.

The thugs ran to the cabin, and all their attention was drawn by the chaos in the cabin. They took out their weapons and began to the suppress the passengers.

Now! Yuan Xi aimed at Bazi, who was the closest to him. He pressed down hard, and a white light flashed in front of them. It hit him!

Bazi's face was filled with terror and incomprehension. He died without understanding that he was [in fact] dying.

Yuan Xi felt strong discomfort in his heart, but quickly locked onto the other thug, who was shocked by Bazi's [sudden] death. Yuan Xi knew that this was an excellent opportunity, as he (the thug) was currently startled and off guard. As long as he can grasp the moment, he will surely be able to bring an end to this!

So, Yuan Xi did not hesitate at all. The weapon was fired again, and the white light reappeared.

However, the criminal was not an ordinary person. He had a very high psychological quality and an especially keen sense of danger. His was obviously more capable than Bazi. If Yuan Xi hit him first, he will surely fail miserably.

Thanks to Yuan Xi's careful observations on the road, he knew that that Bazi was impatient and impetuous, so he chose to attack him first.

At the pivotal moment, the thug activated the defense system on his wrist and was covered by a faint blue light. Although he did not escape Yuan Xi's attack, he directly absorbed the impact of the weapon without injury.

Losing his chance, Yuan Xi knew that shooting again would be ineffective. He quickly found another place to hide, just [in time] to avoid the attack launched by the thug.

Now in this situation, the criminal has a protective shield around his body. His rash attack had no effect, and [it in fact caused him to] expose himself! What should he do? Yuan Xi narrowed his eyes as his thoughts raced.

He aimed at the weapon in the criminal's hands! If that weapon were destroyed, the criminal would be like a beast without tusks, and it would be much easier to kill him.

But there is another problem. It's not difficult to aim at a person, but it is very difficult to aim at a weapon. Yuan Xi was untrained. Although he has excellent eyesight, could he really hit it understand such circumstances?

A large drop of sweat slipped down his forehead. It was impossible for him to not be nervous! He was just an ordinary man who went experienced so many things in this strange [and unfamiliar] world. Those who were even slightly mentally weaker [than him] would have collapsed long ago. He can still endure this; [he just] needs to survive!

Yes, he wants to live, he can't die! And there are more than 50 lives on this ship! Although they were all strangers, they are all [still] human beings with families, with parents and children***.

Thinking of the tragic deaths of his parents and his lonely life, he did not want such tragedy to happen again.

Yuan Xi, he silently said to himself, you can do it.

He took a deep breath and ignored all the noise around him. He completely focused on that weapon. Although the thug was madly shooting all around them, he only saw the silver, rectangular weapon and the muzzle****.

The starship was attacked again, and the ship shook violently. Fear was finally seen in the thug's eyes. He was afraid! Yuan Xi licked his lips. At that very moment, he fired the weapon!

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A flash of white light was followed by a violent explosion.

He didn't expect such an serendipitous event. Yuan Xi took aim. The weapon in the scoundrel's hands was destroyed. Unexpectedly, a large amount of energy burst out, which weakened the thug's protective shield and lightened it to a light blue color, leaving only a thin layer.

He can't miss this opportunity. Yuan Xi continuously pulled the trigger, emitting white light [from the weapon]. However, the thug was no herbivorous prey*****. He quickly dodged and moved toward where Bazi died.

Yuan Xi knew he was going to grab Bazi's weapons. He (YX) could not let him succeed! Yuan Xi no longer hid, and increased the speed of the attacks from his weapon to the highest level, which will surely kill him (the thug).

At the last moment, as the thug was about to touch [the deceased Bazi's] weapon, a middle-aged woman suddenly appeared and snatched the weapon that was lying on the floor.

The onlookers who apparently noticed their battle boldly reached out to support [Yuan Xi]. Yuan Xi was moved, but the thug threw himself at the woman and grabbed her neck, strangling her with his bare hands.

A middle-aged man who appeared to be the woman's husband roared. As soon as he was about to rush over, Yuan Xi suddenly stopped him. Yuan Xi did not explain, but lifted his arms and pointed [his weapon] at the thug. His eyes did not blink. He pulled the trigger. White light flew [from his weapon] and immediately hit [the thug]!

The battle is over!

The cabin burst out in great cheers, wild with the joy of escaping from death.

No one died, no one even got hurt, and they actually got out of this nightmare! And it was all because of this thin young man before them who did not appear very strong!

Whether it was a passenger or a member of the starship's crew, they were all indescribably grateful to Yuan Xi.

[Even] in such a warm atmosphere, Yuan Xi's expression did not relax at all. He helped the fallen middle-aged woman up from the ground, and handed her over to her husband.

Yuan Xi knew that it wasn't over yet.

As if to prove him right, the starship that as already struck twice was struck once again with a lethal blow. The aftershock from this blow was twice as violent as the previous hits.

The faces of the passengers on board changed, and the captain quickly explained: "It must be the federal patrol ship. They don't know what's going on inside the ship. When I get through to headquarters and explain [the situation] clearly, we'll be able to land [and everyone will be able to disembark] safely!"

Some of the nervous passengers were relieved as soon as he said this

Only Yuan Xi, from beginning to end, did not relax. [In fact, he felt the situation] looked even more serious than before.

The middle-aged woman caught her breath*, she noticed Yuan Xi's expression and asked in concern: "Child, do you know anything?"

Yuan Xi looked at her with hesitation in his eyes. He didn't know whether or not he should tell her what he witnessed. Rescue wasn't outside at all. They might have managed those criminals, but they were most likely going to die by their own side.

Seeing Yuan Xi's hesitation, the middle-aged woman said: "My child, my name is Lin Suyun. You can call me Aunt Lin. If you can, you might as well tell me first."

Yuan Xi looked at Lin Suyun. Lin Suyun looked about 40-years-old, but [her looks] were well-maintained. Only the small details of her appearance and clothing revealed her age.

Lin Suyun was very beautiful with very white skin, black hair, and black eyes but her eyebrows were not any less solemn than a man's. In fact, as can be seen from her previous attempt at looking weapons, this woman's character is both strong and rational.

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Yuan Xi needed someone to help him think [and plan]. Thus, he lowered his voice and talked about how Feng Yun listened to the thugs' [threats and demands], how Feng Yun was indifferent [to their threats], and how the negotiation finally collapsed.

Hearing this, Lin Suyun narrowed her eyes slightly, then said to Yuan Xi: "Not all of them can be informed. It would cause riots, and then everything really will be out of control."

Yuan Xi agreed, but they couldn't be so naive as to believe that they will be rescued. They needed to save themselves, and they needed to work together to escape from this [new] crisis.

Finally, Yuan Xi said: "Everybody, quiet. Just now, I overheard the conversation between the two criminals and the federal patrol." After a pause, he added: "The negotiations were unsuccessful. The criminals finally forcibly cut off all contact with the outside world, so we can't send any information out."

Yuan Xi explained the situation clearly, but he was also vague about the whole incident at the same time, pushing all the blame onto the two dead thugs. It's not that Yuan Xi wanted to save General Feng Yun's reputation, but that he really didn't want to discourage these people.

In order to stabilize their emotions and keep them motivated to fight, Yuan Xi lied. In fact, this was also a last-ditch attempt to protect them. The less they knew, the longer they lived.

Despite this, many people panicked knowing that there was no contact with the outside world. Unable to contact the outside world and unable to convey the situation, they were unable to stop the attacks [from] outside. They were just a passenger ship. Even if all the energy went into the shields, they couldn't escape; they could only die!

Yuan Xi also knew all of this. Suddenly, he remembered the scene he witnessed in the power room, the long tube that had always made him wary!

Yuan Xi rushed to find that thing. Just as he held it up in his hand, Lin Suyun's pupils shrank sharply. She nudged her husband: "Yucheng, you…you…look at this…"

The middle-aged man named Yucheng looked down, and he was suddenly stunned. The look in his eyes was both surprised and frightened. His voice trembled a little [as he spoke]: "This…this…they stole this!"

Although Yuan Xi did not know why, [he realized] they must know what this was based from the look of the couple. Yuan Xi thought for a moment, then finally pulled the couple to the power room and told them what he saw.

Lin Suyun's face changed, and she finally told Yuan Xi: "Let your uncle talk about it."

Yucheng was a very calm man. Even in his old age, his eyebrows were mature and handsome, but he was not prone to laughter nor was he talkative. He licked his lips and said half-loudly: "If this is what I think it is*, we might be able to escape."

After a pause, he went on to elaborate: "This is the latest research project of the Federal Research Institute. It's [based on the] idea of breaking through warp 10 using the antimatter in the energy bar to drag space, reconstruct a distorted space, and jump on it to achieve an unimaginable super-high speed. Most importantly, when we enter this reconstructed space, we could avoid all attacks and no defense system available now could stop us."

Yuan Xi only understood half of [what Yucheng said], but there was no time for him to ask. He just knew it would be enough to escape!

However, it suddenly occurred to Yuan Xi to question why the two criminals didn't quickly leave but instead attempted to negotiate with the government, which failed, if they had a means for escape. Instead of rushing to flee, they had time to kill the hostages first? They're actually madmen, ba!***

Yuan Xi was doubtful, so Yucheng explained: "Because there was not much antimatter in the energy bar, there wasn't enough to ensure that so many living organisms survive at the same time. The fewer the living organisms, the higher the probability of survival, so they had to kill all the hostages."

"How could this be…"

Yucheng added: "This research wasn't completed, and there are very big hidden dangers. I can guarantee that this entire starship will enter the distorted space, but I can't ensure that we can all exit it. In that distorted space, we won't be conscious. We'll only be able to fly with the help of the starship's AI, so whether it will exit [the space] or not is not guaranteed at all. Perhaps we'll always remain in that distorted space."

Yuan Xi was stunned. It was so risky.

But, what could they do? The attacks outside never stopped. Feng Yun destroyed their communication system, so they could not communicate with the outside world and could only wait to die.

One choice leads to a chance for survival, the other leads to complete death. Such a questionable choice didn't need to be considered at all.

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Yuan Xi looked steadily at Yucheng: "Uncle, are you sure this will work? As long as we can avoid the attacks now, we can always survive, and as long as we survive, there will [always] be hope!"

There was no more time for hesitation. Yucheng looked directly at the young man in front of him. He nodded solemnly.

Yuan Xi took a deep breath, turned to Lin Suyun, and said: "Aunt Lin, let's go to the cabin. Everyone has the right to know the risks, and they have the right to make the choice to live [or to die]!"

Lin Suyun nodded, agreeing with what Yuan Xi said.

When Yuan Xi arrived in the cabin, he explained what Yucheng said about the [likely] end result [of their situation] and probability of survival, excluding all the difficult terminology and jargon.

There was complete silence as soon as his voice trailed off.

Yuan Xi added: "We don't have any time to think. The protective shield is on the verge of collapsing. When it breaks, we'll be reduced to ashes! Whether you want to survive or just sit back and wait to die, I'll await your answers!"

There was [only] a brief silence this time [before a shout of] "live!" was heard. It was like throwing a pebble in a still lake, causing [small waves to] ripple [out]; bursts of "Live!" and "We don't want to die!" [were heard]. One after another, everyone made a choice, the only choice.

At that time, Yucheng came over and advised the Captain: "[We should] pour all the nutrient solution into the life support system, and everyone should lie down in the escape pods."

As time was urgent, no one had any objections. Everyone who knew [even] a little began to help prepare, while those who didn't understand [anything] obeyed the commands [given].

Because the preparations were not too complicated, everyone was lying down in a coffin-shaped escape pod in less than a minute.

Yucheng's familiarity with the starship amazed the starship pilots. He was able to do the work of a whole starship crew himself, and the procedures he set up in such a short amount of time were very advanced. He was a genius!

Yuan Xi didn't understand [any of] this, but he was able to see that Yucheng had better control of the energy bar than those two criminals. He was able to bring [the energy bar] to its greatest value, giving them a much higher chance of survival.

Finally, Yuan Xi also lied down in an escape pod. To say that he was unafraid was a lie, but what could he do? Fear often prevents people from solving problems, but facing [obstacles] bravely is the way to survive.

The escape pod was closed. Yuan Xi felt a familiar pulling sensation, and his consciousness gradually faded. He knew that Yucheng had successfully operated [the energy bar].

As fell unconscious, Yuan Xi had a small fantasy in his heart. He dreamt that he woke up and returned to Earth. Although he was alone, his life was full, busy, and safe…

However, he didn't know that what he woke up to would be even more astonishing.

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When he regained consciousness, Yuan Xi at least knew that he was alive. The cover of the escape pod was opened and light was streaming in. He squinted in discomfort and [his eyesight] barely adjusted to the brightness.

He first saw Lin Suyun. The small hope of returning to Earth completely disappeared. He reluctantly smiled and slowly looked around.

It seems that they were no longer in the starship, but rather in a very spacious room. The material of the wall was totally strange, with fine lines and a slight sheen.

Yuan Xi was a little fuzzy, so he looked at Lin Suyun. Lin Suyun smiled at him and said: "Son, we're alive."

Yuan Xi nodded. He wanted to sit up, but suddenly felt heavy.

At this point, Lin Suyun came over and helped him up. Yuan Xi thought in his heart that he likely slept for a very long time and his body was [subsequently] slow.

He opened his mouth and asked in a hoarse voice: "Aunt Lin, how long have we been flying and where is this?"

After a short pause, Lin Suyun said: "Child, don't get agitated or anxious about this matter later."

Yuan Xi was a little confused. He had no idea what Lin Suyun was talking about. He just replied: "Aunt Lin, my name is Yuan Xi. You can call me Xiaoxi****."

With a nod of her head and a flash of complicated emotions in her eyes, she half-loudly said: "We flew for 8 months."

8 months!?

Yuan Xi was completely muddleheaded. It's been so long! God, they couldn't have flown to the end of the universe!

It was beyond Yuan Xi's imagination. He thought that he would fly for a week, at most. Who could have thought that they would fly for 8 months? Fortunately, they survived and didn't completely wander about destitute in the vast universe.

Yuan Xi breathed a sigh of relief. He stood up with feeble legs. It took a while for him to get used to [standing], but then he realized something was wrong.

He…Why was he so far?

Wait, wait, wait, he, what's wrong with his belly?

When Lin Suyun saw that he finally realized there was something strange about himself, she began to speak with difficulty: "Xiaoxi, you're pregnant."

. Pregnant! Pregnant? Pregnant!?

Yuan Xi took a deep breath. He must have misheard. What Aunt Lin said might have said a homonym, maybe bad luck? Is he unlucky?

Well, he has had some bad luck lately. Somehow he was dressed, somehow he was kidnapped, somehow he hijacked a plane, and they he slept for 8 months, and then he somehow got fat…

Fat…Fat, oh sh&t, fat ah!

Yuan Xi felt something in his stomach move through the skin. Sh&t, it's moving, it's moving,.. what is this situation?!

He looked at Lin Suyun with a bitter face and said: "Aunt Lin, please don't make fun of me. I'm a man, truly and honestly. This is not a lie!"

Lin Suyun looked at him with difficulty, nodded, and answered: "I know, but you're really pregnant."

"You don't know that, you can't know that for certain! How could you say such a thing if you knew it? There's no such thing as a pregnant man! Aunt Lin, I beg you, please don't make fun of me, this isn't funny at all!"

To tell the truth, all the chaotic things [that occurred before] didn't make Yuan Xi collapse, but this matter was pushing him to the edge of collapsing. What is this? His worldview collapsed in an instant, okay?

"Xiaoxi, calm down. I know it's hard to accept, but it's the truth. Listen to me carefully."

Lin Suyun's voice was very soft. She may have been a strong woman in the past, but she now took out her tender and gentle side just to pacify Yuan XI.

Yuan Xi nodded, dazed. He really needed to calm down.

"We fled Beijing's airspace with the antimatter energy bars and entered a distorted space, at which time we were all asleep, depending on the large amount of nutrient solution in the escape pods to survive. At the last minute, Yucheng reluctantly set a course by using the starship's AI system, but the locational coordinates in a distorted space don't correspond to real space at all. Even though a route is set, it's difficult to reach the [intended] destination."

After a pause, Lin Suyun added: "We have been wandering in space for 8 months, which is terrible span of time. Eventually, even if we get out of the distorted space, we may be lost in the vastness of the universe forever."

Lin Suyun explained [the situation] very carefully and plainly. Yuan Xi understood their dangerous situation and listened more attentatively.

"However, our luck is very good. With only 1 in a million chance of survival, we eventually left the distorted space and returned to real space, and we haven't even flown out of the Federation [space]. This planet is an O-class marine planet belonging to the Federation. Although it is an undeveloped primitive planet, it is on the Federation map and it is a habitable planet. All of this happened to us, and it was God helping us."

Lin Suyun's eyes feel onto Yuan Xi's abdomen. She suddenly softened her voice and said: "This little thing actually accompanied you this whole time and survived in such a difficult situation." Her voice became softer and softer. "It's a miracle, the miracle of life, Xiaoxi."

"After the starship landed on this planet, Yucheng and I checked all the escape pods and found him (the little bun) here, which I never thought of. But, I know that you are a man. It's too fantastic to know that something like this happened. I was afraid to let anyone else know of it, so I didn't wake you up immediately but woke you up after things settled down."

Lin Suyun looked at Yuan Xi and finally said: "Before you woke up, I did a preliminary examination on you. He is healthy, lovely, and full of vitality."

After [saying] that, she took out a small silver disc, gently stroked it, and a three-dimensional image emerged.

Yuan Xi looked at the image in front of him, and his eyes opened [wide] in surprise.

That's a small person…little [bun]…Yuan Xi didn't even know how to describe it. It's a little baby, curled up there, holding his hand in both hands and curling up her two fat legs. This whole person slept soundly and quietly.

Yuan Xi could even clearly see his face with eyes tightly closed, a small nose, and a small mouth; the whole face was small and lovely.

Coincidentally, it seemed like he could feel someone watching him, and he (YX) moved. Though his (the baby's) eyes were still closed, the little land moved a little and stuck to his little face, pushing the little cheek. Suddenly the little bun's mouth pouted.

Yuan Xi watched and the corners of his mouth unconsciously rose [into a smile]. This little thing is really cute.

He was laughing, but the little thing didn't stop. This time, it was not a small movement of the arm, but of the little fat leg. With great effort, that little foot kicked up fiercely.

Yuan Xi had a bad feeling in his heart. Sure enough, he immediately felt a throbbing pain in his belly. … Yuan Xi's face was suddenly covered with black lines*.

Looking away, Lin Suyun also laughed: "This little guy is very naughty."

Hearing Lin Suyun's words, Yuan Xi's originally relaxed mood tensed up again. He looked at the little fellow in the image and realized that this was his own child. A strong sense of unreality overcame him, but… But he actually felt it, it was very real.

His life and his vitality, he indubitably exists.

If Yuan Xi was shocked, incredulous, and felt ridiculous before, then after seeing him (the bun) again, there was a different feeling in Yuan Xi's heart…

Lin Suyun looked away from the image and said softly to Yuan Xi: "Xiaoxi, he's grown so big before you knew it. He is already a complete life, an independent individual. I hope…" After a pause, she said very harshly: "Don't give up on him."

This sentence was like a warning light, illuminating Yuan Xi's chaotic brain in an instant.

Give upon him? How could he give up?

Thinking this, Yuan Xi suddenly looked at Lin Suyun. The blankness in his eyes receded, and he firmly said: "Impossible. I won't deprive him of the right to exist."

He spoke plainly; there was no [hint of] falsity in his straightforward statement. He never thought to do so. At first, he was surprised, unbelieving, dismayed, and even felt that God made a joke out of him, but he never entertained the thought of killing him (his son).

He lost his parents as a child. He lived 24 years alone, carefree but exceptionally lonely. He swore that if he had children, he would absolutely love and spoil them, compensating for what he himself had lost.

However, after he came to understand his feelings, he found that he couldn't fall in love with women and that his sexual orientation was different [than what was conventional]. But even so, he thought that he would adopt a child after he found his partner.

Now, he really had his own child. Although it was so unexpected, so incredible, it was also so wonderful at the same time.

Yuan Xi took a deep breath and calmly said: "Aunt Lin, I've calmed down. I know what you mean. Don't worry, I won't abandon him. I'll raise him and try my best to bring him up well**."

Hearing what Yuan Xi said, Lin Suyun's frown finally relaxed. She liked Yuan Xi from when she first saw him. He had a baby face and big eyes and, looking at the corners of his mouth, she knew he was accustomed to smiling. This was a cheerful and pleasant young man. The events on the passenger ship before made her see him in a new light***.

This was not a child, this was a man, a strong, brave, courageous, and resourceful man who loves life.

Yuan Xi's attitude toward his unborn child just now made her thoroughly appreciate him. Such fantastic things would cause anyone to be timid and fearful, but Yuan Xi was just shocked then figured things out and took responsibility without shrinking back.

The more she looked at Yuan Xi, the more she liked him, especially since Yuan Xi was surnamed Yuan and Yucheng's (her husband) full name was Yuan Yucheng. What kind of coincidence was that? It seemed like something in the unseen world was pulling them [together].

If her and Yucheng's children were still alive, they would be as old [as him]. It just…Lin Suyun sighed in her heart that she was not so blessed after all.

Putting these emotions [and thoughts] away, Lin Suyun asked Yuan Xi: "Xiaoxi, do you want to contact your parents and family first?"

Parents and family…Yuan Xi was slightly shocked and then shook his head. He had 15 years to get used to being alone, so there was nothing to be sad about, especially now that he wasn't in his old world.

So he calmly answered: "Aunt Lin, I've been alone since a long time ago."

Alone…Yuan Xi said it lightly, but Lin Suyun felt suddenly moved in her heart. A feeling of pity surged up that she almost blurted out a sentence, which she was able to hold back.

Finally, she changed the subject: "In that case, you can make your own decisions. If you believe in Aunt Lin, you can give me full authority and wait for the baby to come with peace of mind."

Yuan Xi was grateful for Lin Suyun's words. He nodded without hesitation: "Of course I believe you, Aunt Lin."

Lin Suyun smiled and said: "Good boy. Don't be afraid and just go back to sleep."

Yuan Xi would say that it's impossible to not be afraid in such uncharted waters, but he had always known that fear was useless. Anyway, it's just a knife; just grit your teeth and get through it!

What Yuan Xi didn't realize was that he really slept without any pain. He thought Lin Suyun's words were just to comfort him, but he didn't expect them to be true.

What he didn't know was that he was asleep, but the money spent in the process was exorbitant.

It was just an undeveloped primitive planet with very low level technology and poor medical conditions. Though ordinary women can cope with giving birth, in a special case like Yuan Xi's was very risky. So, without his knowledge, Lin Suyun and Yucheng spent a lot of money on purchasing a whole set of medical equipment from a nearby planet.

Yuan Xi slept for a month. During this month, Lin Suyun provided both father and son with a lot of nutrition [and nourishing supplements], and they prepared for the birth of the child.

Finally, when the little bun's first cry rang in their ears, only then did Yuan Xi vaguely think of a seemingly serious problem.

The little bun has to have a father…

He's never had a relationship in his life, and he had no idea who it could be….He doesn't know what the father [looked] like. The only impression he had was that he took off his clothes and was in good shape….

3 months later.

Yuan Xi, lying next to the emerald cradle with his cheek [pressed against the top of the cradle], looked at the little white, plump thing inside.

When he (the baby) was born, he looked (so much) like a little monkey that Yuan Xi almost thought that he made a mistake…Undoubtedly, when he first saw that image, it was so clean and fair, so how was it born [looking] like this?

At that time, Yuan Xi suddenly thought of his son's other father and a sudden suspicion arose in his heart. He couldn't have had a one-night stand* with Guan Gong**, right? If the son takes after his father, could he become as revolutionary***?

*Initially translated as "affair with Guan Gong overnight", but "one-night stand" flows better and conveys the same meaning

** Guan Gong, also called Guan Yu, is a famous Chinese military general "whose prowess was so great that, after his death, he was deified as a god" of war. He's revered for his bravery, loyalty, and skill.

*** 红 could mean "symbol of success, luck, popularity, etc" or revolutionary

OMG*, what a nightmare.

*OMG was in English in the original text

Aunt Lin, who held the little thing in her arms, laughed and said: "The more red he was [when he was born], the more white he will be in the future. Those with thin skin can't adapt to the air so well [and look red at first]."

Yuan Xi had nothing to say to this. Even if he were a little Guan Yu, he (YX) still liked it (the baby) very much. On the contrary, the more he looked at it, the more pleasing it appeared, and the more his aesthetic standard was overturned.

Fortunately, Aunt Lin was an experienced elder and spoke very accurately. This little bun became paler and paler. So far, it's been 2 months, and his body became rounder and his eyes opened. His nose was straight, and his mouth was small and lovely. His eyes were especially beautiful and dark, like two black grapes.

And his most special [feature] was the small chin. His two small cheeks were clearly fat and round, but his little chin was still sharp – it was a beautiful face at first glance.

Whoever saw the child was full of praise and [claimed] that he is bound to look great when he grows up.

Yuan Xi was very proud of this until the sister next door came and said: "Brother Yuan Xi, Xiao Zhe looks very good, but [he doesn't look] particularly like you. He should look more like his mother. It is said that sons look like mothers and daughters resemble fathers.* Xiao Zhe's mother must be a great beauty."

Yuan Xi huffed and stared at his son for quite a while before he finally said stiffly: "He takes more after his mother*." That mother** fiercely aggravated his mood. Laozi*** was his father. He absolutely should not take after his "mother".

*是随他妈多一些 = Baidu told me this was "It's more fucking", but when I broke it down character by character, it seemed to be saying that the little bun resembles mom more. If anyone knows how to translate this, please let me know!

** 妈 = form of address for a married woman one generation your senior; mum; ma

*** laozi = angry/arrogant way of referring to oneself

Nevertheless, Yuan Xi secretly hoped that his son will be more like himself. He didn't even know what he (the father) looked like, but who knew that the gene of Xiao Zhe's "mother" would be so powerful? He (the father) defeated him (YX), took the higher ground, and dominated his son's appearance. It's really…ah…it's a pity.

He stared at his son and laughed foolishly. The little thing seemed to sense his happiness, and unexpectedly opened his eyes. He looked at Yuan Xi with wide eyes, [then] even squinted and smiled.

Dumb Dad Yuan Xi was instantly conquered by this smile. He was so happy that he reached out and took his son out of his cradle.

Who knew, this little thing just stuck to his father's chest, then a warm current hit Yuan Xi…

Yuan Xi's new white shirt was instantly damaged by the seedling, and his chest was wet. At this time, Lin Suyun came in, saw this scene, and laughed: "Your son just likes to bully you."

Yuan Xi also laughed along. He touched the sly face of the little thing with smiling eyes and went to change his clothes, content.

After changing his shirt, Yuan Xi took the old white shirt to the laundry, put it in the sink, turned on the tap, and began to scrub it. He was used to living alone, and was able to do housework with ease.

After pouring some laundry detergent, rubbing it [into the soiled shirt], and washing it again with clean water, the clothes were placed on the balcony to be dried by the sun. At that time, he heard a "DI" in his ear, then a mechanical voice sounded: "Cleaning skills increased a little."

Yuan Xi frowned. Since he came to the world, the voice would come and go from time to time.

After he recovered, he cooked and stir-fried a small dish, and it notified him that his Cooking [skill] had been activated. Casually doing housework activated Cleaning, and picking a random flower outside activated Collecting…

It was no wonder that, bit by bit, Yuan Xi became inured to [the strange voice]. He thought for a moment, and a rectangular panel appeared in front of him. It was only the width of a palm, but infinitely long. It was very simple and easy to understand.

[Listed] from top to bottom was Cooking Skills, Cleaning Skills, Sorting Skills, Driving/Piloting Skills, Collecting and … Yuan Xi was silent. Looking at the bottom-most [skill], it was unlike any of the others [before]: the skill of breaking and entering…

Under each line was another progress bar, which seemed to indicate what [the voice] called proficiency.

Yuan Xi looked at it for a while. Because cleaning and tidying were triggered most often, the proficiency had accumulated to 75 points. It seemed that the progress bar would be full at 100 points, but he didn't know what would happen after it was filled.

And the second most filled skill… It was the cheating dad's skills in the [bed]room*, which had 50 points in the proficiency [bar]. But he clearly only had one "romantic" night, so why did it go up so much? Is it implying that his talented gold gun didn't pour a pear blossom into a crabapple?* Bah, what are all these!

*Honestly, I dunno. I spent so long agonizing over this paragraph in general, so if anyone who read this in Chinese knows the correct translation, let me know…

Yuan Xi quickly shifted his line of sight upward. His Cooking Skill was at 25 points and his Driving Skill was at 10 points, while his Collecting Skill was only at a pitiful 1 point.

Apart from being informed "Congratulations XXX has been activated", "Congratulations for XXX's increased proficiency", this thing had not said anything else. It had not even introduced itself. At present, he had not found any use [for it]. Yuan Xi looked at it and finally left the panel open, but did not continue to study it.

He had seen so many strange things these days that it no longer surprises him. Whatever it is, sooner or later, he'll know.

Yuan Xi [stood] on the balcony. [From the balcony], one could look out the window and see the blue sky outside, a small section of the golden beach and the blue ocean. You could not see the delineation [between the two]; the sea and sky were linked in one continuous line, letting the viewer feel relaxed and happy at a glance. [It was] incomparably comfortable.

This was a planet named the "Blue Star", and it was classified as an O-class ocean planet in the Federation. The 80% of the surface of the planet was covered by the ocean, [but] it was a habitable planet.

According to the data [available], there had been life here before the planet was discovered by the Federation, but no humanoid organisms; [there was] only fungi and algae. After [discovery], the Federation carried out a detailed survey of its geographical resources, living environment, and so on.

It was supposed to be a planet very suitable for human survival, but after investigation, it was found that the resources here were extremely scarce. There was indeed land on [the remaining] 20% [of the planet], but it was unusually scattered, distributed throughout the planet in the ocean. [They were] all islands.

The geographical situation was not eroded by the islands, but the fundamental cause is [due] to the geology here. With the exception of the thin sand beaches, which were extremely hard rocks, the soil that could provide for the survival of the edible plants was poor [in quality].

Although the land was uncooperative, resources should still be extremely abundant with such a vast ocean. Even more incomprehensible was that the sea here was not the "cradle of life".

Sea water was indeed in a liquid form, but it was not water in the ordinary sense. It was extremely dense and could even carry human beings, [allowing them] to walk on it. It was difficult to breed life at such a high density, so only the pervasive fungi can survive in it.

For the present-day Federation, such a planet did not have much significance nor did it have a very unique or beautiful landscape to develop [the planet] into a tourist planet. [It also] did not have a large number of resources to develop and utilize.

Additionally, because it was too far away from other resource stars and the cost of transporting supplies was too high, it couldn't form a twin planet.

Thus, this was a very mediocre planet among hundreds of billions of planets. After gradually understanding [the situation], the Federation abandoned its extensive research and exploration [of the planet].

However, it was also a livable planet with a small amount of resources for survival. After the release of the announcement for voluntary immigration, about 200,000 people chose to immigrate.

30% of these 200,000 people opted to leave after the migration adjustment period, while 70% of the remaining immigrants were basically self-sufficient [enough] to survive and multiply on this beautiful planet.

After Yuan Xi's passenger ship landed here, Lin Suyun and Yuan Yucheng – after getting Yuan Xi's consent – informed all the passengers about their situation, including the conversation between the criminals and Colonel Feng Yun, and the information of the planet at present. They only hid the matter of the energy stick.

After that, it was up to them to decide whether to stay or leave. As for whether Feng Yun's actions will be exposed, they did not care.

As a result, 38 of the 50 people chose to leave while the remaining 12 [joined] Lin Suyun and Yuan Yucheng, which happened to total 2 families.

What everyone didn't expect was that, except for the 12 left behind, the 38 who left did not escape death. This will not be mentioned for the time being.

Because Blue Star was a primitive planet, it did not have strict household registry or census. They had some savings, Federal credit points, which were common throughout the galaxy, including Blue Star. It was not difficult for them to settle down.

Yuan Yucheng bought this small house by the sea with 3 rooms and 2 halls, a separate kitchen, and 2 bathrooms, which was quite spacious for their family of four.

Some of the furniture and appliances that came with [the house] was preserved. Although the conditions were different from those of a host star, this leisure and freedom was very rare.

[It was so] especially for Yuan Xi. The society here was very familiar to him, not too backward but not very advanced. Due to the lack of resources, the planet didn't have any special products, so the immigrants had no way to earn credit points.

Although the Federal Star Shopping Network had access points here, and some small home robots and conveniences were reasonably priced, but I'm sorry, because of the long distance, the high freight costs were frightening…

Though Yuan Yucheng never specifically mentioned what he and Lin Suyun did, Yuan Xi implicitly knew that they were not simple. They accumulated a lot of savings. They could spend their old age safely even without children to support them.

However, for Yuan Xi, they purchased a whole set of medical equipment. The price of medical equipment itself, together with the high shipping [costs], [they] almost emptied their savings.

That set of medical equipment could be recycled. Lin Suyun was an expert at this kind of thing. It was also a good thing to open a hospital on this backward planet to benefit the people.

Unfortunately, this medical device was expensive to use and consumed a lot of energy, energy which was specially designed for medical [use] and needed to be imported from the main galaxy. It could not be used at all, so it could only be shelved and forgotten.

Although they did not say [anything], Yuan Xi had been crawling and rolling since childhood, and could see all this with his own eyes. He was very touched by what Yucheng and his wife had done for him. Their 3 months together made Yuan Xi feel warmer than ever before.

Although he left the familiarity of Earth and suffered a series of blows, so far, Yuan Xi is very satisfied with his [new] family. Three family members, these were things he only had in his dreams.

Yuan Xi was very capable [even] by himself, but now he had a family, which filled him with an energy [and zest] for life. Xiao Yuan Zhe was still so small, and Yucheng and his wife spent all their savings. Now that he's recovered, it's time [for him] to support the family.

Yuan Xi straightened his back*, and suddenly felt much taller and more powerful.

*Was actually translated as "chest" but "back" makes more sense in this context I thin

At this time, the door was sharply pushed open and a boy with short, flaxen hair rushed in, gasping for a breath and crying in a hurry: "Yuan, Brother Yuan Xi, something happened! Uncle Yuan had an accident!"

. Yuan Xi was shocked and quickly asked: "What's the matter?"

The flaxen-haired teenager seemed to have run all the way back; he was exhausted and panting like an ox, and his face was even flushed when he said this (informed YX of YY's accident).

His name was Cai Wen. He was one of the twelve people left behind. His parents also had some savings in their hands, and they [ended up] buying the house on the left side of Yuan Xi, becoming [their] neighbors.

Because of Yuan Xi's life-saving grace, they were very enthusiastic towards Yuan Xi's family. Besides the first month, during which Lin Suyun closed the door to grateful visitors, they often came and went, and had a good relationship [with YX and his family]. That's why Cai Wen was in such a hurry when Yuan Yucheng had an accident.

When Yuan Xi saw Cai Wen, he did not care to let him elaborate, but [instead] urged him: "Where's my uncle? Take me over [to him]."

Cai Wen nodded wildly and then ran out.

Lin Suyun, holding Xiao Yuan Zhe in his bedroom, heard his [Cai Wen's] voice. She came out and asked: "What happened?"

Lin Suyun was not an ordinary woman. In fact, her temperament was even a little stronger than that of a man in many cases, so Yuan Xi did not want to hide [this from] her: "There are something Uncle Yuan. Xiao Wen called [out to] me, so I'll go and see it."

Hearing this, Lin Suyun didn't panic, but frowned and said to Yuan Xi: "You hurry up and I'll take care of Xiao Zhe at home. Contact me if you need anything."

Yuan Xi should have come down, put on his shoes, and leave. Before leaving, he paused again and returned to his bedroom to put the remote control-like weapon, which was really called Pulse Ray ▯▯, into his pocket. There was no harm in being careful.

Cai Wen ran with Yuan Xi all the way, telling Yuan Xi what he knew on the way.

Uncle Yuan had an accident!

On Blue Star, because the Federation did not provide many material resources, the level of science and technology was not very advanced. There were no flying cars, but there were cars running on the ground.

Yuan Xi's island was the largest in the whole of Blue Star, named Blue Island, directly named for Blue Star. Blue Island had a high population density with more than 80,000 people. This number was [still] too small to mention in the entire Federation, but there were only about 200,000 people on the planet. Blue Island accounts for nearly 50% of the total population, and is already the most prosperous island.

Because of this, Blue Island's development was more thorough. The ground traffic was very developed, and there were many vehicles coming and going. Without the perfect urban intelligence system of the main planet, it was still man-made and thus difficult to avoid frequent accidents.

When Yuan Xi first heard of the car accident, his heart gave a loud thump. As a 20th century earthling, he had seen too much about [this]. So many lives disappeared and so many families were broken up [due to car accidents].

He just got home… Yuan Xi shook his head violently. Now was not the time to lose [focus]; he needed to keep his spirits up and look at the situation first. Now, in this future society, the medicine has progressed and is hundred times more advanced than before. Anyway, he won't let Uncle Yuan have any problems.

They took a taxi, and arrived at the hospital in 5 minutes. Yuan Xi got out of the car and rushed in without a pause. After asking around, they found the ward [Uncle Yuan was admitted to].

When he opened the door of the ward, he saw Yuan Yucheng resting in bed. Yuan Xi's heart, which had been lodged in his throat, returned to its position.*

*To have your heart in your throat refers to the feeling of tightness in your throat when you are nervous, anxious, and/or frightened. So, Yuan Xi was anxious, but calmed upon seeing Uncle Yuan.

This was a single room, and the condition [of the room] was very good. The bed was tilted at a 45 degree angle, [allowing] Yuan Yucheng to lean on it [comfortably]. He looked the same as usual; there was no obvious [sign of] serious injury on his body.

Yuan Yucheng was not a person good at expressing emotions; he was even ordinarily somewhat wooden [in expression and personality]. However, he smiled when he saw Yuan Xi and said: "[There's] no emergency, I'm alright. [Such] a big fuss for just a little scratch."

Although he already knew that he (YYC) was okay, Yuan Xi was really relieved to hear Yuan Yucheng say that. At that moment, he was finally in the mood to look around.

There were three people in the ward: an old man with half a head of hair who appeared 60 or 70 years old, a middle-aged man with a slightly fat figure, and a young girl with a ponytail.

Seeing Yuan Xi enter [the room], the chubby middle-aged man hurried over, grabbed Yuan Xi's hand, and said: "Child, are you my elder brother's son? Ah! You don't know. Thanks to the elder brother! If it hadn't been for his help and sense of justice, my old father would have…surely…" His voice began to choke and he did not finish his sentence.

The young girl hurried to hold him up. Her beautiful face was full of gratitude, with a little guilt and fear [as well].

They all sat down before Yuan Xi, and only then did he learn the whole story.

This family's surname was Wang. Yuan Xi was right; Wang Lao was already 80 years old. There was no big breakthrough in [mitigating] human aging in the future. Although many disease can be cured, they could not resist aging and the exhaustion of the body. 100 years is already a venerable age. So, although Wang Lao was not sick, he was very old at the age of 80, and his [body's] physical functions were not keeping up.

His granddaughter, Wang Xueqing, originally helped him [go] out for a walk, but Wang Xueqing [received a phone call and] was distracted when she answered the phone. It was not much fun for Wang Lao to just stand there; look at a seat across the road, he wanted to rest.

Although he was old, he had always been in good health. He thought crossing the street wouldn't be a problem. Who knew, he couldn't stop the car blind.*

However, Wang Lao is old after all. He couldn't keep up with his physical reactions nor could he hide from it. When Wang Xueqing heard the honks and looked at the crossway, he was too far away. Thanks to Yuan Yucheng, Wang Lao was saved by a tackle. In order to protect Wang Lao, he threw his whole back on the ground and fainted.

At first glance, the injuries seemed so serious that Cai Wen, who passed by, was scared half to death. He immediately notified the hospital pick up the people [involved], and then rushed to find Yuan Xi.

But when they arrived at the hospital, they realized [the injuries] were all skin injuries (contusions and bruises) and that Wang Lao was alright.

The driver who caused the accident was scared. The car was detained by the traffic police and people were taken in for interrogation.

But on the whole, there was no danger.

Wang Qingnian's zealous gratefulness toward Yucheng and Yuan Xi was truly from his heart. His daughter, Wang Xueqing, was very embarrassed; she was careless, so she felt ashamed, uneasy, and fearful.

Yuan Xi was relieved to know what happened. He said to Wang Qingnian: "Uncle Wang, [you] don't need to say anything. Everyone's fine, and nothing is more important than that. I…" He had just wanted to talk about his uncle, but stopped sharply. He looked at Yuan Yucheng and continued*: "My father did this, and I'm proud to be a son."

*actually translated as "said" but I took creative license and substituted it with "continued"

"His father" – the Wang family did not feel anything [amiss], but [the name] left Yuan Yucheng stunned. He looked at Yuan Xi. The corners of his mouth, which were tightly closed, suddenly rose a little [into a smile], and the joy in his black eyes could not be concealed.

Yuan Xi was a little shy, but he had thought this for a long time. Yucheng and his wife didn't have any children, and he had neither father nor mother. Although he never said it clearly [before], he had always regarded them as very important family in his heart.

Because of this [incident], the two families met unexpectedly and found the other to be happy people. The more Wang Qingnian saw Yuan Xi in particular, the more he liked him. The boy looked good and [seemed like he] loved to laugh. He liked talking and did things pleasantly, which made people unconsciously like him and feel close [to him].

Wang Xueqing, on the other hand, stole a few glances at Yuan Xi from time to time.

Finally, with Wang Qingnian's insistence, Yuan Yucheng underwent a general physical examination. The doctor informed [them that] there were no problems in a certain and positive tone, and they then went through formally discharging [from the hospital].

Wang Qingnian had a car, and insisted on sending Yuan Yucheng back [home]. Yuan Yucheng did not refuse. Instead, Yuan Xi explained the situation to Lin Suyun in advance. Lin Suyun was also relieved.

Back in the Yuan family's [home], Wang Xueqing – who had taken a step ahead of schedule – arrived with a large bag in her hand. It seemed that she bought a bunch of gifts at her father's command.

Yuan Yucheng [was finally forced] to accept them at Wang Qingnian's insistence.

When people entered the house, Wang Qingnian realized that Yuan Xi had a son. Astonished, he gave [them] a spare red envelope for Xiao Yuan Zhe. Yuan Xi pushed it back, but could not resist the elder Wang Qingnian's pressure and finally accepted it.

Wang Xueqing still had a girl's heart, and was surprised to hear that Yuan Xi had a son. She had previously stole glances at Yuan Xi [as] she had never seen such a bright and handsome boy before. She felt a little touched, knowing that he even had a son, but was [also] somewhat disappointed.

But at that moment, she saw Xiao Yuan Zhe and was instantly endeared by this lovely little doll. Oh my God, he's so beautiful; few women could resist such a clean and beautiful little baby. That sensation of loss that previously [filled her] to the bottom of her heart also instantly disappeared.

Although Xiao Yuan Zhe was only a two-month old steamed bun, he was really playful. He learned to laugh when others laughed at him, and he would open his mouth and babble unintelligible monosyllables when others teased him to speak. It was so cute. At that time, all of Wang Xueqing's attention was drawn by Xiao Yuan Zhe, and she had long forgotten Yuan Xi.

As the [small] group of people praised Yuan Zhe, Yuan Xi felt extremely proud and happy, his eyes curving [in half moons] as his mouth grinned.

As Wang Qingnian was about to leave, Yuan Xi quickly stopped him and said: "Uncle Wang, it's not too early; stay for a meal. I think you and my dad have a good rapport, so sit down and have a drink."

Wang Qingnian quickly replied: "How can I trouble you? Why don't we go out for dinner instead?"

Yuan Xi said: "As far as our two families are concerned, where are we going to spend money? Uncle Wang, if you believe me, just sit down and chat with my father. I'll prepare some home-cooked dishes for you to try."

Since Yuan Xi insisted, Wang Qingnian no longer pushed [the matter]. [He gave] a bright smile and said: "Good, good!"

Yuan Xi went to the kitchen, rolling up his sleeves. Wang Qingnian said to Yuan Yucheng with great emotion: "You have a really good son, brother. Look at energy, I really envy you to death."

Yuan Yucheng calmed his heart. Although he's not an emotional person, he couldn't hide his joy in that moment.

Yuan Xi knew the basics of the food here [in the future]. It wasn't like the futuristic stories he used to read where they all consumed nutrient solution [since] vegetables, fruits, and grains were very expensive and rare.

On the contrary, though human beings have made great progress in science and technology in terms of interstellar exploration, they never abandoned the study of food. Yuan Longping*, the father of hybrid rice, lived in Yuan Xi's era. Nowadays, countless agriculturalists have created more cost-effective food.

*Yuan Longping is a Chinese agronomist and educator, known for developing the first hybrid rice varities in the 1970s.

Especially after colonizing countless stars, there are a [great] variety of food.

Fortunately, there was no change in the categorization of food, such as grains, vegetables, meat, seafood and fish, etc… All in all, [food] could be divided into [the different categories].

Yuan Xi also saw many vegetables that he recognized [and were familiar with]. With his experience of working for star hotel chefs, he [was able to] make a large dinner.

There was only one door between the kitchen and the living room, so – though Yuan Xi was in the kitchen – he was able to hear the conversation between Wang Qingnian and Yucheng in the living room. [They] started with some gossip, until something Wang Qingnian said abruptly [caught his attention and] made Yuan Xi perk his ears.

Wang Qingnian said: "My brother, to tell you the truth, my daughter, who is the apple of my eye*, is also a contender. She even got into the First Agricultural University of the Federation. This information has been sent out and will be reported next month."

*就是我心头上的肉 baidu told me this means "it's the meat in my heart" but I figured the author meant that he treasured her daughter a lot, so the english idiom "apple of my eye" seemed to fit. Please feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Yuan Yucheng said: "This is a good thing. Xueqing is a good child."

"Oh, my brother, I'm not sure. It's not an island away from us that we can travel to in a minutes by car. It's transplanetary, and my child has never left home. How can I rest assured… After a long discussion with her mother, she (the mother) wanted to go with her (WXQ). I've also saved some money for these years, and am thinking about selling or renting the farm out again…"

Farm? Buying a farm?

Yuan Xi's heart was moved; he thought this was a good opportunity.

Blue Star has very little arable soil for growing crops. Here, you could have 3/10 mu* of land and grow food. That's the real hard currency. It was more reliable than money on Blue Star; the value of land was equal to the value of Federal Credit points.

*mu = chinese measure word of coverage, 15 mu = 1 hectare

Yuan Xi had a similar plan before, but few people could make a move due to the scarcity of land. He just thought about it and never expected to meet Wang Qingnian, who was selling land, today. How could he not be moved?

Lost in thought, Yuan Xi's hands were still nimble. He originally did his best to cook, but then he was distracted by two more additional matters.

Yuan Xi burned a fresh fish and, because time was tight and the food at hand was limited, he cooked another plate of minced meat and eggplant. Considering there were more ladies in the room, he added sweet & sour pork with pineapple, which was a fragrant, sweet and sour dish with a fruity undertone. There was a piece of winter melon on hand, and another soup was cooked.

These were all materials that he was familiar with. Then, he tried to make a three-color custard using a Blue Star specialty called Sutou Bird's Egg – which was milky white and light yellow – as well as green onions, which seemed to increase people's appetite.

Then he added three more cold dishes: a sweet and sour cherry radish, a lettuce bean roll, and a green sesame bean curd.

As he cooked, in also heard in his mind the sound of constant beeps, dī dī dī, and 'Congratulations, Cooking Skill has increased 1 EXP.' With a total of eight dishes but an increase in 7 EXP, Yuan Xi noticed that the minced meat cooked with eggplant was not included as EXP. Yuan Xi thought for a moment. He seemed to have done this dish a few days ago, did it not increase then?

Keeping the matters about the farm in mind, Yuan Xi didn't think about this in too much detail. First, he rushed to bring the food to the table.

The table full to the brim with dishes stunned Old Wang, Wang Qingnian and his wife, and Wang Xueqing. Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun knew Yuan Xi could cook, but they were surprised that he had made such a banquet full of a variety of colors, fragrances, and flavors in just one hour.

At this time, little Yuan Zhe was tired and Lin Suyun had also fed him formula, so he was sleeping soundly and did not disturb the adults' meal. When Lin Suyun was finished, she let Yuan Xi sit down, then went to collect the tableware, drinking set, and good vintage wine.

Even after these thousands of years, mankind's love for wine was still unshakable. Although humans have tried a wide variety of winemaking methods, the original method still remains. Alcohol made from grain remained in people's hearts.

Yuan Xi did not drink very much, so he was uncertain of his drinking capacity. However, he clearly remembered Lin Suyun telling him that his body cannot handle alcohol or spicy foods now.

Wang Qingnian felt very sorry for Yuan Xi since he couldn't drink, but since it was a physical problem, he (WQ) couldn't persuade him to drink. However, Yuan Xi helped pour wine and bantered with the others. The meal was very joyful with good wine paired with good food and good, congenial company.

Wang Qingnian was a good conversationalist, and was currently very talkative. With that, he started speaking of his current worries: "My farm is a good farm with a total of 300 mu of land. Every year, it produces more than 60,000 kg of grain, and a large amount of fruits and vegetables. There are also Sutou birds, white striped cattle, zepra pigs, and antelopes – which are all good breeds – on the farm…Hey, if it weren't for my daughter, I would never leave…"

The more he said, the more excited Yuan Xi became. He spoke more and Yuan Xi asked him a few more questions. As he asked questions, Lin Suyun glanced at Yuan Xi a few times. Lin Suyun was smart and guessed Yuan Xi's intentions at once, but she did not stop the conversation. Instead, she helped ask a few more crucial questions.

Seeing Lin Suyun's interest, Wang Qingnian's heart was moved. In fact, he was not really unable to sell his farm. Even with the need for credit points to trade, there were many people lining up to buy the farm. But, he loathed to part with his farm in his heart, having taken care of it for decades, brick by brick, carefully managing every tree and bush. This feeling could not be faked.

If it weren't for the sake of his daughter's future, he would not leave until he died. But now that he was leaving, he wanted to entrust his farm to a reliable family and not have his years of hard work go to waste.

It was clever to speak of it. Although he only met Yuan Yucheng that day, he felt very comfortable with him. Yuan Yucheng was honest, capable, and experienced, doing things with great care. Lin Suyun was able, free and intelligent. Their son is even more likable, not flaky like most young people; he is stable, easygoing and eloquent. Wang Qingnian always thought that if he had a son, he would probably have been like this…

Therefore, when he saw their intentions on the farm, he was very happy. After he finished talking, he couldn't help but say to Yuan Yucheng: "Brother, my sister-in-law always said that I am a reckless person, but I actually just believe in intuition. I just think your family is good and friendly. If you can buy this farm, I will give you a discount of just 2 million credit points in thanks for your kindness in saving my old father."

As soon as he said this, Yuan Xi, who did not know the market price, was somewhat uncertain. However, Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun's complexions changed.

In the Federation, resources are the most important thing, ranging from the basic necessities of life like food, clothing, shelter and transportation to the larger scale like scientific research and military affairs. One of the sources of resources is arable land, and the value of such land is clearly marked throughout the Federation, which is well-known to all.

300 mu of land is worth 4 million credit points, but Wang Qingnian asked for only 2 million credit points. This, where was the profit? The price was basically cut in half.

Lin Suyun was the first to reply: "Brother Wang, when we first came to Blue Star, we wanted to settle down here. Therefore, we also wanted to buy some property, but your selling price is too bad for you. How can this work?"

Wang Qingnian quickly retorted: "Younger brother saved my father's life, how can money measure it…?"

At that moment, Yuan Xi was also listening at the doorway and realized that Wang Qingnian really quoted a very low price. He added: "Uncle Wang, if you shouldn't say that again. Besides, Sister Xueqing also wants to go study at the main planet, where cost of living is high and you spend money everywhere. You should be saving more money, so you can have more money at hand."

Wang Qingnian started to speak again, but Wang Xueqing quietly pulled his sleeve. Wang Qingnian paused. Although his daughter was not as talkative and prone to laughter as he was, her mind was more meticulous. He was pulled back by Xueqing, but he felt that he was being too anxious.

And it was really reckless. Although he discounted the price, 2 million credits is not a small number; where can an ordinary family get it? Moreover, he looked at Yucheng's family home, which had three bedrooms. Although it was not simple, it was not wealthy either; they were just an ordinary family.

After all, he did not know them well. If people do not have enough money on hand, would it not be embarrassing for him to push them like this? His intention was kind, but his efforts were a bit brusque.

Once he changed his mind, Wang Qingnian stopped talking until he was full of wine and food, and it was late. As the father and daughter pair left, he took Yuan Xi's hand and said: "Son, your Uncle Wang's words are absolute. If there is any difficulty, just tell me and I can help you."

If he said this to Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun, it might have been somewhat humiliating, but it was said to Yuan Xi, who is of a younger generation, so he also understood. He replied enthusiastically with a warm smile and half-moon eyes: "Thank you, Uncle Wang."

Wang Qingnian laughed happily upon seeing him like this. He then pulled Wang Xueqing to say goodbye to Yuan Yucheng and his wife. Last but not least, they did not forget to see little Yuan Zhe, who was asleep, then drove away.

After Wang Qingnian left, the family returned to their house. Yuan Xi invited Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun to take their seats, then he flopped down onto her knees, looked at them solemnly, and said: "Uncle and aunt, I grew up alone without a father or mother or relatives. I was alone until I met you two. In the case of little Yuan Zhe, I know that without you, neither of us would have survived." As he spoke, he bowed his head and knocked it heavily on the floor.

Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun quickly stood and pulled him up. Yuan Yucheng said: "Son, what are you doing?"

Lin Suyun also said: "In the passenger ship, if you weren't there, how could this old couple survive?"

Yuan Xi replied: "That's different. What happened on the passenger ship is nothing at all. At best, I saved myself and then saved everyone else indirectly in doing so, but you really saved me and little Yuan Zhe. I know this kindness." He paused, looked up again, and fixed his eyes on them.

After a moment of silence, he happily said: "Uncle, Aunt, if you don't mind, let me be your son and be filial to you!"

When he said this, Lin Suyun's tears spilled over in an instant and Yuan Yucheng's eyes reddened. They pulled Yuan Xi to them and replied with trembling, choked voices: "Good boy, good boy. We're so happy that you have this thought. We're extremely happy."

Yuan Xi's nose also stung. He now has the chance to say the two words that he thought he would never say in all his life.

He looked at Yucheng and Lin Suyun and shouted in a clumsy voice: "Dad, mom."

Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun responded together: "Hey."

There wasn't much courtesy nor any type of ceremony, but it was enough for them at that moment. A parents' claim, a response, it represented all their feelings.

The three people calmed down and sat down together. Lin Suyun asked about the farm Wang Qingnian was about to sell. She saw Yuan Xi's intentions, and thought that it was a good choice.

In the past, she didn't put 2 million credits in her eyes, but now that amount of money was a huge sum for them.

Yuan Xi had a plan in mind. He took out the hundred yuan bills that he had kept on purpose, and gave both Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun one each.

As soon as they saw it, they realized that – although they did not know where Yuan Xi found the ancient bills – they could exchange them for many credit points, enough to buy the farm.

Yuan Yucheng thought for a moment, and then said: "In this cause, Little Xi, I hope that you can still buy the farm at market price. 2 million credit points is too bad for Wang Qingnian. We can't owe such a big favor."

Yuan Xi also thought that he should do so. It was not easy for everybody to live. Although Yuan Yucheng saved Old Wang, they could not accept such a large favor because of that. That was too much. Moreover, Wang Qingnian's family was very good and he could not take advantage of that.

As the family reached an agreement, little Yuan Zhe also woke up. He did not cry, but just pedaled around in his little bed for attention.

Yuan Xi rushed over. This little thing happened to have big black eyes, like grapes. The little bun looked at him without blinking his eyes, then laughed with his small mouth, ah-ah-ah-ah-oh-oh-oh and so on.

Yuan Xi quickly picked him up. Lin Suyun saw him do so and just wanted to remind Yuan Xi, but then Yuan Xi's second change of clothes that day suffered from rice seedlings* and was dripping wet once again…

*Lol, I'm guessing this is a euphemism for baby vomit?

Yuan Xi did not know whether to cry or to laugh, and instead patted the little bun's white and tender buttocks, thinking: When your father is rich, I'll first buy you a set of high-grade smart all-around breathable water-absorbing and transformable super diapers!

. It was not the first time Yuan Xi visited the Star Shopping Network, but it still felt good no matter how many times he used it. In any case, mankind's future for network information technology research and development had really reached the peak of perfection. It could be very convenient and fast even across galaxies with basically no disconnections (or drop-offs).

Now, the network had broken away from the era of computer keyboards and fully into the age of virtual information. A helmet could easily allow young children or elderly people to access the internet without any threshold or limitations. Everything was good as long as one can afford a helmet.

Yuan Xi put his helmet on and connect to the Internet. He chose to hide his identity, so all his information became anonymous and the character also became a dark shadow.

Because the aim was to sell things, it didn't require much operation. Yuan Xi just needed to transmit the image of a 100 yuan bill and wait for someone to contact him.

At this point, Yuan Xi remained a little cautious. He wasn't foolish enough to directly sell ancient currency. He had checked all the information related to ancient currency in detail on the shopping website before, and knew that it was very rare.

There were many antiques on the Interstellar Network, but very few paper antiques. The biggest reason was the issue of preservation. Even with the passage of so many years, objects such as jade, porcelain, plastics, and even metal products could be saved and preserved. However, paper couldn't withstand the erosion and weathering of time. What could survive the ravages of time was also extremely damaged and worn out; it was close to powder.

Such a complete sample of ancient currency that had spanned time and space, which was in Yuan Xi's hands, was a miracle and of immeasurable value.

However….here comes the problem.

Although Yuan Xi's knew with irrefutable and incontrovertible certainty that these 100 yuan bills were real currency. These goods were genuine, but why were they intact without any sign of wear and tear? How could he explain this? Furthermore, the greatest evidence in the identification of antiques were the traces of time left on the objects. It was impossible to hide the passage of time on these things, especially now with the development of science and technology.

Because Yuan Yucheng and Lin Suyun were not so experienced in this matter, they did not think so much about it. However, Yuan Xi was particularly concerned about these things due to his identity as an "ancient" person.

He didn't want to make trouble for himself, but he needed the money. So, in the end, he chose another way. It may be a loss in the eyes of others, but it was enough for him.

He took out three 100 yuan bills and put up promotional phrases for superior imitation goods. Yes, this is a forgery, a counterfeit! It's a 1 to 1 imitation of restored ancient currency!

This was what Yuan Xi intended to do to explain why there was no trace of the passage of time. Secondly, it could also minimize any trouble. Although the price will be greatly discounted, the price of such fine imitations was enough for him to buy a farm.

4 million credit points was a huge sum of money for him, but it was nothing for the rich and wealthy in the Federation….

With this in mind, Yuan Xi's hand movements did not stop, and he quickly and neatly filled in all the necessary information. The price was marked as 1.5 million credit points for each bill, and all three totaled 4.5 million credit points. In addition, he noted that the postage would be paid by the other party.

When this was all properly done, Yuan Xi was ready to go offline. The degree of information connectivity was now very high. When someone buys it, his communicator will notify him.

Just as Yuan Xi was about to disconnect, a notification sounded in his ear: "The three high imitation refined antique currency you consigned were purchased by the buyer, Xin Xia Luo. Upon confirmation of the delivery of the goods, the credit points will be transferred into your personal account."

It was sold out! Yuan Xi was surprised. He knew that old currency was rare, and the price he marked was low, but wasn't this too fast?

Yuan Xi deeply felt in his heart that he was still selling the bills too cheaply, but he also knew that this was the best way to sell them so quickly without attracting attention and thus saving him a lot of trouble. He could also receive money earlier.

Yuan Xi looked at the buyer named Xin Xiao Luo and sighed: "This cheap boy."

New solar system M-class terrestrial planet Beijing.

Xin Xiao Luo carried three pink bills of ancient currency that had just arrived, stars shining in both eyes. Ai ma*, this little man really hit the dog's shit luck. He unexpectedly found such a treasure for 4.5 million credit points. Although it was highly counterfeit and refined, it was also a great bargain!

*艾玛 = ai ma, could be the name Emma or could be an exclamation

Hey, hey, hey, if he gave this to his boss, would he have the chance to take charge over that beautiful new Star Destroyer? Ai ma, ai ma, the pie really fell into my mouth.

He looked at the time and, determining the boss should be free now, rushed all the way to the aircraft.

He was able to still keep his calm in the central office building, but he showed his true emotions in an instant once he reached the top floor. He walked lightly with a crafty smile on his face, as if his dreams could come true right away.

To be this proud was to be careless for he fell like a dog eating dung* in the next minute.

*狗吃屎 = ɡǒu chī shǐ, a dog eating dung = a heavy fall or a fall flat on the face

Xin Xia Luo jumped up and screamed angrily, but when he saw the person across from him, his face collapsed in an instant and he pitifully said: "Da ge*, you bullied me again."

*大哥 [dà gē] = eldest brother

The man standing on the opposite side was dressed in a stiff federal uniform, meticulous from top to bottom, including the neat white gloves on his hands. He looked similar to Xin Xiao Luo, but he did not jump like him. The whole person was serious and introverted, wearing a pair of gold wire glasses on the bridge of his nose, adding a sense of vitality to the being.

"How many times have you said that? This is the Federal Military Hall, how can you run and jump like this?"

Seeing that he would be lectured again, Xin Xiao Luo quickly begged for mercy: "No, there's nobody here…"

Xin Yunze immediately raised his eyebrows and opened his mouth: "Nobody? Am I not a person?"

Xin Xiao Luo was afraid to death of his own brother. He couldn't act tough, so he had no choice but to take the dog's leg route*: "Da ge…I was wrong, I'll be more careful next time. I'm not happy, I was extremely lucky…"

*只得狗腿道

While changing the topic can appease his brother's anger, it was a bad move. Seeing Xin Yunze's interest, Xin Xiao Luo hastened to tell im of how he collected three pieces of superior counterfeit antique bills seven days ago.

Hearing his words, Xin Yunze's anger dissipated.

Xin Xiao Luo continued: "Da ge, if the boss is free, I'll give them to him."

Xin Yunze thought for a moment and said: "Come on, I'll go with you."

The brothers had just turned a corner when they happened to see a man face to face.

A slender figure in a silver uniform and high boots with black hair and black eyes, his exquisite appearance was enough to make a large number of women scream in admiration.

Xin Xiao Luo had seen him thousands of time, but he still couldn't help but marvel at how his boss could be so beautiful without being feminine at all.

He still remembered the diplomatic meeting with the Kenla people a year ago. The Kenla people were, on average, 10% more beautiful than humans, and the first prince of the Kenlasins was a wildly beautiful man. His family's boss, who was 1.85 meters tall, walked with the Kenlasin prince. Even the prince was like a savage compared to his boss…

Xin Xiao Luo's head spun around. He really felt that the Ye family's genes were too strong. Every one of them was beautiful, and were also strong and capable, too. Hey, comparisons are hateful. Xin Xiao Luo has always been an open-minded person, so he won't bother comparing himself with these "non-human" people…

Recovering*, Xin Xiao Luo quickly presented the things in his hand. Laughing, he said with a smile: "Boss, the 5th day of this month is Uncle Ye's birthday. I know you were worried about preparing gifts. See what I've got? This will make Uncle Ye happy!"

*回过神 = recovering (from shock or setback) per

Ye Heng looked at the old money in his hand. His eyes flashed, and then he asked: "Where can I get this?"

Seeing Ye Heng's interest, Xin Xiao Luo quickly repeated the whole process.

Ye Heng looked at the paper money in his (XXL) hand and asked: "Is there any information about the seller?"

Xin Xiao Luo was stunned for a moment. He hadn't paid much attention to the seller, but Ye Heng asked so he quickly checked the information. He said half-heartedly in disappointment: "The seller's information is hidden and I can't see it."

At this time, Xin Yunze interjected: "Don't you need to check the Inter-Star Network?"

Ye Heng shook his head: "It's not necessary." Then he asked Xin Xiao Luo: "Is there any postal information?"

"Ai? Yes, I paid for the postage, so I'm sure I can see it!" After a while, Xin Xiao Luo said, "The express delivery was from an O-class ocean planet named Blue Star, codenamed O8971."

"Blue Star?" Ye Heng frowned, then smiled and said to Xin Xiao Luo, "Very well, Xiao Luo has worked hard. I have accepted this gift."

Hearing what Ye Heng said, Xin Xiao Luo was happy. Then, he wanted to tentatively ask about the new Star Destroyer….Unfortunately, before he could speak, his brother stared at him severely. Xin Xiao Luo unwillingly shut his mouth.

Ye Heng noticed these small interactions out of the corner of his eyes. He lifted the corners of his mouth in a smirk and said to Xin Xiao Luo: "Go to my personal warehouse, pick whatever you want and play with it."

Xin Xiao Luo immediately cheered, but Xin Yunze glanced at him and Xin Xiao Luo stopped. He stuck out his tongue at his brother. After a serious military salute, he then ran away crestfallen.

Ye Heng played with the ancient money in his hands. The smile on his lips was ambiguous: "Yunze, help me get ready after the general election. I want to go out for a walk."

Blue Star.

Yuan Xi carefully calculated*, but did not realize that he actually sold himself in an effort to save on some postage. That's why it's impossible to take advantage of small bargains…

*元溪机关算计 = google, baidu, wordreference, and yandex all said this was "yuan xi organ/government calculated" so I just guessed lol

But at this moment, Yuan Xi was still ignorant. He was happily looking at the series of zeros, ai ma, 4.5 million in his account, he has never had so much money before!

When the money was transferred, Yuan Xi and Yuan Yucheng went to visit Wang Qingnian's farm again.

At that point, Yuan Xi was even more satisfied with them. 300 mu of land was solid, 200 mu of dry land and 100 mu of paddy land, suitable for planting two crops. Because of the paddy land, there was also plenty of groundwater in this area. Wang Qingnian also drilled deep wells himself and had abundant freshwater resources.

On the right, there was an orchard Wang Qingnian opened. He planted various kinds of fruits trees. It wasn't very large, but there were also an additional 5 mu of land for the orchard. On the left was about 3 mu of land, a vegetable garden for planting seasonal vegetables.

Wang Qingnian was an old-fashioned man, and he took the initiative to keep his farm in order. He also built a small Western-style building that was 3 stories high, with painted red walls and white fences, which looked pleasant to the eyes.

Wang Qingnian said to them: "Brother*, nephew**, you can take this orchard and vegetable garden and this house all together. Living here is not only convenient, but also comfortable. Ah, by the way, there are also farming areas. Let me show you around."

*老弟 = lao di = old younger brother

** 大侄子 = da zhi zi = brother's eldest son

Yuan Xi's heart had long been satisfied, but Yuan Yucheng nodded. They got on the bus and went to the last farming area together.

The breeding areas were also established separately at the back of the planting areas. The areas were categorized in horizontal rows very clearly, and everything was well-organized and orderly.

Unimaginably, as soon as Yuan Xi got off the bus, he received a big shock….