Farming Cultivator Reclaims Wilderness

Little Genzi came to Li Banfeng's place to start a new project, which greatly surprised Li Banfeng.

When you see him lift the bucket, this is more than just shocking.

"Genzi, what are you doing here clearing land?" Li Banfeng kept pressing down with his palm, signaling Genzi to put the bucket down first.

Genzi slung the bucket over his shoulder and said with a serious expression, "Seventh Master, isn't this the good place you mentioned? Although it's a bit remote, there's food nearby. Brother Zhang and I want to do business, so this place is perfect."

Zhang Wanlong coughed, signaling Genzi not to say too much.

That's unnecessary. No matter what, Genzi would never hide anything from Li Qi.

"Is this Brother Zhang?" Li Banfeng asked Zhang Wanlong.

Zhang Wanlong quickly took off his straw hat and smiled at Li Banfeng, saying, "My name is Zhang Wanlong. I just met Genzi not long ago, but we hit it off immediately and became friends."

Li Banfeng didn't care how they became friends; he was only interested in their business.

Judging from Zhang Wanlong's appearance and behavior, this person has far more experience than Genzi.

"The business you were just talking about is..."

"There's not much business. I came here mainly for cultivation," Zhang Wanlong tried to brush off the question.

Li Banfeng pointed to Meng Yuchun's territory. "If you want to cultivate, you should go over there. The food is in that area, and there are many people there, so you can look out for each other."

Genzi shook his head and said, "We can't go to that place. Brother Zhang said it's not convenient for others to see our business."

Zhang Wanlong looked somewhat embarrassed.

Li Banfeng asked Genzi, "What kind of business can't be seen by others?"

Little Genzi lowered his voice and said, "We're here to create humans."

Li Banfeng looked at Little Genzi, then at Zhang Wanlong, and asked seriously, "How are you two going to make it?"

Zhang Wanlong waved his hands repeatedly and said, "Seventh Master, you've misunderstood. Genzi likes to joke too. We don't make babies."

Genzi lifted the bucket and said, "It's fine, as long as we have the ingredients."

"Genzi, put the bucket down," Li Banfeng earnestly advised. "I don't think you're cut out for making babies."

Zhang Wanlong shook his head and said, "Seventh Master, put aside the matter of having children for now. We want to clear a piece of land here and grow some things."

Little Genzi said, "This Brother Zhang is Farming Cultivator who can grow many good things, but for things to grow well, they need to be in new soil and have my golden juice."

I figured I needed to find a quiet place in the new area, so I chose this spot.

Genzi chose this location after careful consideration.

He could have chosen a location near Decency Village, but he didn't because he didn't trust Zhang Wanlong and didn't want to bring trouble to Decency Village.

With so much new land available, why not just pick a piece of wasteland?

If he randomly chooses a piece of land, and Zhang Wanlong turns against him, Genzi might not even know how he died.

This is a place that Li Qi recommended. The Local Earth God here might be acquainted with Li Qi. If Genzi really loses his life, at least Li Qi will receive the news.

By piecing together the preceding and following statements, Li Banfeng understood the Genzi of the matter.

Li Banfeng looked at Zhang Wanlong: "Brother Zhang, you said you came here to grow something, what kind of good stuff are you growing? Can I take a look?"

Zhang Wanlong smiled modestly, "These are just some trinkets, not worth mentioning. Since Seventh Master has asked, please allow me to offer my humble opinion."

Zhang Wanlong sprinkled a seed on the ground and dripped a few drops of medicine on it.

About ten minutes later, the seed sprouted and grew into a sapling more than a foot tall.

Li Banfeng had met Herb Cultivator before. Herb Cultivator had used some tricks, and the trees grew even faster than this. This trick was nothing to be surprised about.

He touched the sapling, and heard the sapling speak in the voice of a delicate woman.

"Be gentle."

Li Banfeng was stunned.

This tree can talk.

Li Banfeng did not use the Discern Spiritual Sounds, nor did he use the Thread-Pulling Earring.

He heard it very clearly; the sapling was indeed talking.

Little Genzi said, "Seventh Master, I'm not exaggerating, this Brother Zhang is indeed a capable person."

Li Banfeng stared at the sapling for a long time.

He had seen talking trees before, and there were many in places with Shui Yongquan and Qiu Luoye's Territory.

However, these Strange Monsters have all come from extraordinary origins. Some were human in life, and even cultivators of considerable level. After death, their souls arrived in a new land, attached themselves to trees, and became Strange Monsters.

Some were originally ordinary trees, but after being immersed in the new land for many years, they became Strange Monsters with spirituality.

According to Shui Yongquan, these trees need to grow for at least a hundred years before they can develop spirituality. As for whether they can learn to speak, it depends on whether there is a suitable opportunity.

Zhang Wanlong's ability to grow such a bizarre thing that can speak in just over ten minutes is truly remarkable.

This reminded Li Banfeng of something very strange.

A watermelon that can fight.

Li Banfeng looked at Zhang Wanlong and asked, "Brother Zhang, where did you make your fortune before?"

Zhang Wanlong shook his head and laughed, "What's the point of getting rich? I'm just wandering the world, trying to make a living."

"You're too modest, Brother Zhang. Farming Cultivator diligently and persevered to the point of becoming a powerful figure at the fifth level. It seems your cultivation level is far beyond the fifth. I reckon you're probably no longer even on the ground!"

Zhang Wanlong waved his hands repeatedly and said, "Seventh Master, you're embarrassing me. My cultivation level is nothing to brag about in front of you."

Genzi said to Li Banfeng, "I boarded the train at Medicine King Gully and met Brother Zhang not long after the train started moving."

This was telling Li Banfeng that Zhang Wanlong was very likely also from Medicine King Gully.

Zhang Wanlong said, "We just want to find a quiet place to grow some flowers and plants, sell them to others, and use them as toys to relieve boredom. I really don't have any other skills."

Li Banfeng looked at the sapling. "Is this for relieving boredom?"

Genzi nodded and said, "It can relieve boredom. Brother Zhang has a potted plant that is much smarter than this tree. That potted plant has endless things to say every day and is very human-like."

As they spoke, Genzi kept looking at Li Banfeng.

Genzi knew that Zhang Wanlong was a truly capable person, and also a very difficult one to deal with.

Although he knew it was dangerous, Genzi hoped that Li Banfeng would give him a chance, a chance to continue his contact with Zhang Wanlong, because Zhang Wanlong could bring Genzi unimaginable opportunities.

Li Banfeng nodded and said, "Genzi, now that you've met a capable person like Brother Zhang, you should learn from him. I have other things to do, so you stay here with Brother Zhang and clear this land."

But we need to make it clear that this land cannot be cleared using your methods.

Genzi looked at the bucket and said, "Seventh Master, what's wrong with my method?"

"Your method is likely to anger the Local Earth God. It's just clearing a mile of wasteland. Brother Zhang must have some tricks up his sleeve."

Zhang Wanlong nodded repeatedly and said, "I also think that Genzi's method is not suitable. Even if the Land Block is developed, it will be difficult to manage later."

Li Banfeng glanced at the saplings Zhang Wanlong had planted, lowered his hat brim, and turned to leave.

Is this sapling really just for fun?

This is a joke.

Li Banfeng was certain that once these saplings grew to maturity, their combat power would be no less than that of the watermelons from the Geng Family Medicine Shop.

This Zhang Wanlong must be the Farming Cultivator- for-nothing disciple that Old Xu mentioned.

Could we leave him to cultivate the land?

It depends on how you look at it.

The fact that Zhang Wanlong was able to attract Old Xu's attention proves that he is quite capable. Li Banfeng has helpers who can drive him away from the territory, but killing him will definitely not be so easy.

Would it make a difference if we kicked him out?

It's useless.

He could find another piece of land to cultivate and continue planting these exotic flowers and plants.

If a conflict were to break out between the two sides, Zhang Wanlong would likely be the first to kill Genzi.

Based on the current situation, Zhang Wanlong has not shown any ill intent, and this matter can be observed further.

The Local Earth God had too many things to deal with. Li Banfeng rubbed his forehead, feeling somewhat exhausted.

Back at Portable Abode, Li Banfeng told his Wife, "The Land Block has been cleared, and two more groups of people have come to clear the land."

"Congratulations, my husband! The region is thriving, this is a good thing."

"It's a good thing, but with more people, things become more complicated. What will I do if I'm not near the area in the future?"

The Wife had already made plans for Li Banfeng: "That depends on whether my husband values his reputation in the region."

If you, sir, don't care about your reputation, just leave the Land Block here and ignore it."

"If someone who successfully clears land asks me for help, am I supposed to ignore them?"

"It depends on luck. If that person is lucky enough to meet Meng Yuchun, Meng Yuchun should be able to help him out. Afterwards, my husband can share some of the cultivation he has gained on the land with Meng Yuchun as a reward."

"What if we hadn't met Meng Yuchun?"

"Then it's just bad luck for him. He can only fend for himself. He shed blood to beg for help, but the Local Earth God didn't respond. The reputation of this place is going to be ruined."

This won't work.

If the land reclamation is successful but the Local Earth God doesn't protect it, who will be willing to come and reclaim land here in the future?

"My dear Wife, I still cherish our reputation in this area."

"If you value your reputation, you must not go far. You must carefully guard this Hundred Li Land. Deal with the enemies you can handle yourself, and if you cannot, immediately seek Meng Yuchun's help. With your speed, it is not difficult for you to do so."

Li Banfeng sniffed and said, "Am I that fast?"

"What I mean is that you, Little Slave lord, can use your Deep Mansion Technique to borrow some techniques from Hong Ying."

Hong Ying nodded repeatedly and said, "Seventh Son, as long as you ask, all of this is easy to discuss. First, tell me how exactly to proceed with these two businesses..."

Snap!

The record player slapped the rag onto Hong Ying's face, then said to Li Banfeng, "Sir, you must carefully weigh the gains and losses."

Forcibly seizing a position is inherently extremely difficult; the slightest misstep could undo all previous efforts.

Weigh it carefully.

This is a difficult matter to weigh.

The following afternoon, Li Banfeng left Portable Abode and went to He Yuxiu's land to check.

He Yuxiu was ready for the test. You Tao followed behind her and asked with concern, "It'll be three days. Should we wash up before we go?"

"I'm not washing anymore." He Yuxiu shook her head; this girl named You Tao was being a bit too enthusiastic.

She was very diligent. Yesterday, she not only prepared hot water but also washed He Yuxiu from head to toe, cleaning every part of her body very carefully. Even now, when He Yuxiu thinks about it, she still feels a tingling sensation all over her body.

Once inside the territory, not long after, the first Strange Monsters to come and test their abilities appeared.

Those who dare to open up three miles of land must have some strength, and the Strange Monsters that dare to come and test them are of very different quality.

This time, a mosquito came, about the same size as You Tao.

Despite its large size, this mosquito was very cautious in its attack.

She spread her membranous wings, lay down on the ground, and blended into the withered branches and fallen leaves, showing no change whatsoever.

The mosquito crawled along the Land Block without He Yuxiu and You Tao noticing.

The mosquito was very patient; it stayed near the You Tao for two whole hours without making a move.

Seeing that the two were somewhat lax and not very focused, the mosquito quietly got up and stabbed at the back of the You Tao's head with its long needle.

If she were to stab him like that, she wouldn't even need the venom; the external wound alone would be enough to kill You Tao.

As the long needle approached her hair, He Yuxiu reached out and grabbed it, snapping it in two with a twist of her wrist.

The mosquito was terrified and flapped its wings, trying to escape.

He Yuxiu casually threw the long needle, which pierced the mosquito's head with precision.

The mosquito died instantly. He Yuxiu kicked the corpse and laughed, "This level dares to come and test us? The Strange Monsters in this area are nothing special!"

Li Banfeng felt he was being mocked.

The You Tao praised repeatedly, "Sister is so capable! Sister, you drink some water, you eat something, and when you sweat, I wipe it off for you."

He Yuxiu took the handkerchief and said, "I can wipe myself, don't put your hands inside my clothes."

Li Banfeng is gone, so there's no need to look at the examinations here. As for He Yuxiu, the Strange Monsters here aren't enough to impress her.

Genzi had prepared the offerings, Li Banfeng was really worried that he would put the bucket on the offering table.

Fortunately, Zhang Wanlong was a sensible person; a pot of corn liquor was placed on the offering table, emitting an enticing aroma.

Li Banfeng didn't dare drink it, but accepted the wine and lit up the Land Block.

The next day, Li Banfeng grabbed the Judge's Brush and flew to the Land Block to see how they would cultivate it.

He didn't see the Genzi; he only saw Zhang Wanlong tilling the field with a hoe.

What about the Genzi?

Li Banfeng's heart tightened. He scanned the area above the Land Block for a moment and found Genzi lying quietly in the weeds in the center of the Land Block.

What's going on?

Li Banfeng glanced at Zhang Wanlong, who was farming, and saw a leech, more than five meters long, curled up and wriggling toward him, but Zhang Wanlong was completely unaware.

The leech crawled up to Zhang Wanlong's back, suddenly raised its body, and swallowed Zhang Wanlong's head whole.

Zhang Wanlong's body instantly withered, and the segments on the leech's body trembled layer by layer like surging waves as it sucked Zhang Wanlong's flesh and blood.

In less than a minute, Zhang Wanlong was reduced to a withered, emaciated body, lying on the ground.

The leech sniffed around, seemed to have caught a scent, and crawled toward the Genzi.

Genzi remained motionless, showing no fear whatsoever on his face.

When it was still twenty or thirty meters away from the Genzi, the leech raised its body again.

What are we supposed to do?

Are you going to attack the Genzi?

The distance is clearly wrong.

The leech plunged headfirst into the mud, then quickly raised its head, its body surging with violent waves.

It repeatedly curled up and then opened its body, enduring intense pain.

On the rough, black skin, there were some bumps, and a tender green bud broke through the skin.

The new shoots grew rapidly, and the roots broke through the leech's skin and burrowed into the ground.

The green stems grew longer and thicker, and the leaves grew more and more numerous. The stems and leaves intertwined together, forming a round eggplant with a diameter of more than one meter on the leech's body.

The eggplant slowly split open, and Zhang Wanlong emerged from it, picked up a hoe, and continued cultivating the land.

The leeches on the ground were still struggling, with more roots and stems constantly sprouting from their bodies.

The stems and leaves quickly formed a new eggplant, and yet another Zhang Wanlong emerged from it, hoe in hand.

This is not the real Zhang Wanlong.

This is "Zhang Wanlong" that Zhang Wanlong grew himself.

The real Zhang Wanlong rose from the tangled weeds and fiddled with the seeds in his hand.

PS: Farming Cultivator and perseverance lead to success; this is the kind of Farming Cultivator that comes from the top.