Chapter 65

The Interstellar Mall had been reminding him in the background that he could sell more vegetables to Interstellar Mall, but he didn't pay much attention to it.

After discussing things with Zhao Hexi these past few days, Qing Mengzhu received another notification from the Interstellar Mall before going to bed.

The Interstellar Mall stated that, in order to encourage sellers, those who sell goods worth 10,000 Star Coins within a month and maintain this sales volume for three consecutive months, or those who sell goods worth 30,000 Star Coins within a month, can upgrade to a basic mall member, who will have more purchasing privileges.

This was the first time Qing Mengzhu had received so many notifications that the Interstellar Mall was willing to upgrade his privileges.

The Interstellar Mall does have a lot of good stuff, but his access level is too low. When he clicks on product details, a message pops up saying "Your current plane is XXX." Over time, he's become too lazy to even click on the good stuff.

Now that the Interstellar Mall is willing to grant him more privileges, does that mean he can finally buy the desirable items he's been eyeing, such as elixirs, gene potions, and Soil Fertility Restoration Agent?

Qing Mengzhu was quite excited and immediately clicked to see the detailed description of the Interstellar Mall.

Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered, he saw planting skill books for sale in the Interstellar Mall. The beginner skill book cost 20,000 yuan, and the intermediate skill book cost 60,000 yuan. Beginner members of the Interstellar Mall could buy five of each.

Scroll down further, and you'll find various spiritual fruits, spiritual liquids, and basic intelligent machines available for purchase.

His heart started pounding after just one glance.

He had used products from both the cultivation world and the interstellar world before, and they were quite useful. For example, he had added the beginner skill book to his bamboo planting skill.

Having acquired basic bamboo-growing skills, he felt exceptionally confident, and the bamboo grew very well, already sprouting several side shoots.

If I could buy all these skill books and add them to the crops I want to grow, especially the various intermediate skill books, how much better the quality of the crops would be after my planting level reached intermediate!

Qing Mengzhu thought for half the night before finally falling asleep around 3 a. m., but was woken up by her biological clock before 6 a. m. When she woke up, there were dark circles under her eyes, and even her double eyelids had turned into triple eyelids.

Ming Chunxi looked into his eyes and asked, "What did you do last night? You look so haggard."

Qing Mengzhu yawned widely. "I'm thinking about things, so I can't sleep very well."

As she spoke, Qing Mengzhu slammed her head against Ming Chunxi's shoulder, her limbs trembling with exhaustion. "We really are brothers in misfortune. You didn't get enough sleep yesterday, and I'm not getting enough sleep today."

Ming Chunxi: "They probably look like a married couple."

Qing Mengzhu smiled and said, "That works too."

Ming Chunxi scrutinized his face. "You look much more sleep-deprived than I am. Don't go out today, stay home and catch up on your sleep."

Qing Mengzhu: "I can't sleep, I'll just have to try to sleep a little longer during my afternoon nap."

Qing Mengzhu's dark circles looked really heavy, so Ming Chunxi went to the kitchen to boil eggs and roll them on his dark circles.

When Zhao Hexi got up, he saw Qing Mengzhu sitting up, looking up at Ming Chunxi. Ming Chunxi was standing in front of him, with his hand on his face. The two looked like they were about to kiss.

Zhao Hexi was startled when she saw this shocking sight first thing in the morning.

Just as Zhao Hexi was tiptoeing back to her room, Qing Mengzhu called out, "What are you doing?"

"I was just about to ask you what you were doing!" Zhao Hexi then noticed their dark circles under their eyes. "Were you thieves last night? Why are your dark circles so bad?"

Qing Mengzhu: "Yeah, I went to steal your fish. You're going to have to go home empty-handed today."

Zhao Hexi clicked his tongue. "Talking about bad luck so early in the morning, how could I possibly come back empty-handed? I'll at least catch a few small crucian carp, okay?"

Qing Mengzhu: "Aren't we going to talk about big crucian carp anymore?"

Zhao Hexi irritated him. "Pah, pah, pah, I'm not fishing for crucian carp today, I want to fish for mandarin fish."

Qing Mengzhu: "Still not giving up? Why don't you bribe the otter and see if it can catch you a mandarin fish? I feel the chances are better than if you catch one yourself."

Zhao Hexi: "I can tell you really didn't sleep well. You've got a sharp tongue. What are you up to today? Taking a nap? I'll watch the fields for you."

Qing Mengzhu: "No, I can't sleep. No need to look after it for me, I'll just go over and check later. Auntie Feng and the others have already prepared it well, so it doesn't matter whether I look after it or not."

Zhao Hexi: "Then I'll grab something to eat and go fishing. I'll be back around noon."

Ming Chunxi: "Breakfast is all in the pot. I steamed some buns today, both savory and sweet."

Making breakfast every day is too much trouble, and eating homemade breakfast all the time gets boring, so Ming Chunxi bought some instant food such as steamed buns and dumplings.

Later, when Zhou Yan found out, he sent them some steamed buns and wontons made in his own kitchen, including some complicated buns like crab roe buns, custard buns, and bamboo shoot spring rolls. Their family's breakfast level has improved dramatically.

Zhao Hexi opened the steamer, and the steaming hot water and aroma wafted out, making his mouth water immediately. "It smells so good!"

Qing Mengzhu tilted her head back to make it easier for Ming Chunxi to move. "Then eat more."

Zhao Hexi took two steamed buns, one sweet and one savory. "Speaking of which, when I came back yesterday via the main road, I saw that the bamboo on your mountain had sprouted new branches and was growing quite well. Would you like to go take a look?"

Qing Mengzhu had originally wanted to see the bamboo, and when he mentioned it again, her heart stirred. "Really? Then I'll go around and take a look later."

Chapter 65

After breakfast, Qing Mengzhu went for a walk in the fields.

It gets light early now, the sun is already up, and the sunlight is warming his back.

The sun's warmth completely woke him up, and he felt refreshed.

Ming Chunxi looked at his expression and asked, "Awake?"

Qing Mengzhu: "I'm fully awake. Shall we go up the mountain? I'll go check on the bamboo and see if I can pick some mushrooms while I'm at it."

It's still mushroom season, so you should be able to find some mushrooms if you go up the mountain.

Ming Chunxi: "Okay, let's go home and get a basket first."

Mushrooms are quite delicate, and putting them in bags can easily crush them. Plastic bags can also ruin their flavor, so it's best to use a basket to carry them.

Qing Mengzhu had no objections and took his hand. "Let's go!"

When they got home, the two dogs that had just chased the geese away returned, running around them lively.

Zhao Hexi followed behind, carrying a fishing rod.

Upon meeting Qing Mengzhu and Ming Chunxi's gazes, Zhao Hexi explained, "The sun was too strong, and the fish weren't coming out, so I simply came back."

Qing Mengzhu: "We're going up the mountain to pick mushrooms, do you want to come?"

Zhao Hexi perked up. "Which mountain are we going to? Is it far? I'll grab some drinks and snacks."

Qing Mengzhu: "It's not far, just the little hill near my house, the one where we grow bamboo. I'll go check on the bamboo and pick some mushrooms while I'm at it."

Zhao Hexi gave up. "Oh."

Although it was just a trip to Qing Mengzhu's own mountain, nothing particularly exciting, Zhao Hexi still carried a basket and some snacks and followed along.

It's so hot. Putting everything else aside, if you don't bring enough water, you'll definitely feel terrible when you go up the mountain.

They went out together, Qing Mengzhu was too lazy to drive, so they just strolled around.

Qing Mengzhu and Ming Chunxi walked side by side behind, chatting, while Zhao Hexi played with two dogs running around in front, having a great time.

They soon reached the mountain, Qing Mengzhu went to check on the bamboo he had planted.

The bamboo was planted in a shady spot. This year wasn't too dry, and the bamboo has successfully survived, growing many lush green branches. They are thin and look quite vigorous. I imagine it won't be long before it grows into a large clump of bamboo.

Zhao Hexi: "I told you that you could see how well these bamboos grow when you pass by on the main road below, right?"

Qing Mengzhu nodded. "It's quite good. In a few years, we can dig up bamboo shoots to eat."

Zhao Hexi rubbed his hands together. "Oh, can we pickle those bamboo shoots to make sour bamboo shoots and use them to make snail rice noodles?"

Qing Mengzhu looked at Ming Chunxi and said, "It should be fine. Can you eat snail rice noodles?"