He carefully reached out and gently touched it. To his surprise, the chest felt warm to the touch and as if there was an invisible force that had been shielded from the surrounding dust. As Circus ran his fingers along its smooth surface, he couldn't help but wonder who could have placed such a pristine chest in this desolate bunker. Intrigued by its mysterious aura, he finally mustered the courage to unlatch the lid and reveal its hidden contents. In the next instant, he averted his gaze as a brilliant light erupted from the enigmatic chest, compelling him to do so. With caution, he fixed his gaze on the light. It was a potent, dazzling radiance emanating from a beautiful blue crystal that hovered in the center of the chest.
He only beheld it for a few seconds before closing his eyes in anguish. The light began to forcefully penetrate into his body, causing an intense, piercing agony. The pain intensified with each passing moment, reaching a point where he almost cried out. As the pain surged through his veins, he desperately tried to resist the overwhelming force invading his body. With every ounce of willpower, he clenched his fists and gritted his teeth, determined to endure the excruciating torment.
Thud!
He couldn't take it any longer. He collapsed to the ground, losing consciousness instantly. The radiant light seeped into his being, causing the ethereal blue crystal to dissipate like smoke in the air. Circus remained sprawled on the ground, drenched in sweat, particularly on his face.
Had he been conscious, he might have detected a peculiar sensation coursing through his body, converging towards his head, specifically his brain. He might have also realized the comforting warmth enveloping his entire being.
It took over ten minutes for him to regain consciousness.
[Welcome Host, the Great Farming System has been successfully bonded to the host]
[Here’s your profile]
[Name: Circus Gontomn]
[Years Of Existence: 18 years]
[Title: Rookie Farmer]
[Level: Level 1 (0/120 EXP)]
[Rank: Rookie Level 1 Farmer; Visit the Quest Dashboard to Find Quests, Complete them, and Earn Rewards to Level Up]
[Farmer Strength: < 1 kg]
[Great Coins: 0]
[Skill Points: 0]
[Inventory: Open the inventory to see your available resources. (Congratulations! you’ve received a starter pack. Open the inventory to see what’s in)]
[Store: Open. (Purchase equipment, tools, seeds, and other farming supplies to enhance your farming abilities.)]
Circus was still trying to process what had just happened, but he was bombarded with confusing information and a mechanical voice speaking inside his head. The mention of Rookie Level I, Great Coins, and Skill Points only made his headache worse.
In an attempt to find some peace, Circus decided to remain silent and clear his mind. After a moment, he looked up and asked, "May I inquire as to your identity?"
[I am the Farming Assistant AI, designed to assist you in becoming the Greatest Farmer of the millennium. I have been programmed with vast knowledge and strategies to help you optimize your farming abilities. With my guidance, you will be able to navigate through the complexities of the farming world and achieve unparalleled success. Together, we will unlock your full potential as a farmer and conquer any challenges that come your way.]
Being unfamiliar with the concept of artificial intelligence, Circus was completely unaware of what he was dealing with. However, he chose not to ask any further questions, as each inquiry seemed to only deepen his confusion.
[Every millennium, a single individual is chosen from various worlds and realms. Since you have lived for 18 years, you have 982 years left to become the greatest farmer. Failure to do so will result in death, and you will be reincarnated in another realm as a loser or an inferior being.]
"Oh, how I wonder if I will even live to see half of those years. It would be more appropriate to say that I have 82 years to become what so called… err… a great farmer."
Ordinary people could live up to 150 years, but due to the suffering and cruelty of this world, extremely few reach 100 years.
The system didn’t reply. He then said, "I want to open the inventory."
A new page appeared before his eyes. It had a box with a package symbol. He clicked on it and a package image popped up. He tried to click on it and it opened. Light popped out of the package and images in boxes were displayed in front of the package. The boxes were next to each other.
The first box contained a brain symbol, and there was a number 20 on its bottom right corner. Under it were the words ‘Skill Points’. The second box had a coin with the capital letter ‘G’ on it, and the number 50 was in the bottom right corner. Below the box hung the words ‘Great Coins’. The third box had an arm symbol, the number 500, with the small letter g next to it, making it 500g. Below it was the word ‘Strength’. Circus was able to tell that it was 500 grams of strength.
‘I have been given 500 grams of strength?’
[Yes, sir, a farmer needs strength to do farming activities and protect his belongings, including his animals. You’ll be rewarded with strength on some occasions, and you can also purchase combat skills and weapons in the store.]
[Note: The system's currency is the Great coin. You can obtain great coins by completing quests and obtaining treasures from outside the system.]
Circus was really impressed. He got a chance to become stronger than ordinary people because ordinary people had the maximum possible strength they could get from combat practice. For example, an ordinary person would never be able to break a stone wall with a punch, no matter how much they have trained or how long they have been training.
Getting strength from external things like the system, not the body, would probably help him surpass the limitations of ordinary people.
Moreover, Circus realized that by acquiring powerful weapons from the store, he could enhance his combat abilities and potentially break through the barriers of his own physical strength.
"I appreciate that."[No problem, sir.]The fourth box displayed an image of a tomato along with the number 50. Below it, the words 'Tomato Seeds' were written. As for the fifth and final box, it featured an image of a leaf, the number 50 in the bottom left corner, and the words 'Lettuce Seeds'.Under all the boxes, bold letters were flashing, urging the reader to 'CONFIRM TO COLLECT THE REWARDS'"I CONFIRM THE REWARDS!"Circus shouted immediately after seeing the words. How could he ignore these rewards?All the boxes morphed into thin light, leaving the package image visible. The package was now open. It had been opened, and the rewards in the five boxes had been collected.Circus could see the coin symbol with G engraved on it at the top right corner of the screen. It was followed by number 20. He could also see his skill points. After closing the page with the package image, he returned to the inventory and found two boxes with tomato and lettuce images. Number 50 was on their bot
However, Circus had recently discovered that many plants deemed wild and inedible could actually be consumed."Hmph, why am I thinking this way? Perhaps these vegetables are more like herbs than food. Even if that's really the case, not all of them can be herbs," Circus debated with himself.As Circus continued to explore the world of vegetables in his head, he marveled at how the system was able to transfer knowledge directly into his mind, making the learning process much faster and more efficient.He then spent an additional 3 skill points to master the skills of Weeding I. This only required 3 minutes, and he couldn't fathom why."Perhaps this skill contains less extensive knowledge."He was correct. Weeding I skills encompassed fundamental weeding techniques, while intermediate and advanced weeding skills were categorized under Weeding II and Weeding III skills, respectively.After those 3 minutes, he became knowledgeable about the process of weeding, something he had never done
The sweat dripped down his brow, but he knew that all his hard work would be worth it when he saw the fruits of his labor flourish in this newly cultivated land. He didn't stop there; he grabbed a watering can and watered all the beds thoroughly, ensuring that the soil was adequately moist for optimal plant growth."Now, let's sow."He retrieved 50 tomato seeds from the system and scattered them on one nursery bed. Then, he took out 50 lettuce seeds and scattered them on the other nursery bed. He carefully covered the seeds with a thin layer of soil, making sure they were protected and had the right conditions to germinate. With a sense of anticipation, he imagined the vibrant red tomatoes and crisp green lettuce that would soon fill his garden, providing nourishment for himself and his loved ones.Taking a deep breath, he asked himself, "What else?"He couldn't seem to remember anything else that needed to be done. A smile formed at the corner of his mouth. "This is not too difficult
[SIDE QUEST 4 completed!][Congratulations! You’ve been rewarded with 5 EXP & 2 Great coins.][Confirm to collect the rewards.]"I CONFIRM ALL THE REWARDS! Oh my god, this is becoming my culture."Shouted Circus. He was not of the modern world, where modern devices have people repeating the same thing again and again, despite some things being obvious. 0’s and 1’s had no obvious.Circus checked his profile to take into account the changes.[Name: Circus Gontomn][Years Of Existence: 18 years][Title: Rookie Farmer][Level: Level 1 (82/120 EXP)][Rank: Rookie Level 1 Farmer; Visit the Quest Dashboard to Find Quests, Complete, and Earn rewards to Level Up.][Farmer Strength: <1 kg][Great Coins: 35][Skill Points: 8][Inventory: Open the inventory to see your resources.][Store: Open. (Purchase equipment, tools, seeds, and other farming supplies.]"Still pretty, but not much change. My eyes are on the remaining main quest."Circus went out of a bunker. When he got out of the building, h
By this time, it was already around nine in the morning. He began by mastering the Weeding II skill, which took him 7 minutes to master. It contained just better and improved skills in weeding. Circus was glad, knowing it would help him weed better than the previous time. Five skill points were used to master it.He proceeded to enter his dwelling, specifically the bunker, and emerged with a hoe, an axe, and a knife. With these tools in hand, he began his weeding task. As he diligently cleared away the tall grass and shrubs, birds and other small creatures scurried away to safety. He even managed to capture a few birds."Today, I shall feast on meat!"A smile covered his face as he securely placed the captured birds in a designated area where they could not escape, in a tin that also contained bird eggs. He carefully covered the tin and resumed his work.Furthermore, he successfully eliminated two snakes that attempted to strike him. It seemed as though the heavens were always watchin
Despite his hunger, Circus remained calm and composed. He had managed to catch three birds, each about the size of a pigeon, and he prepared them to be fried. Since there were no pots available in the bunker, he used a tin to fry the birds. Circus skillfully placed the tin over the fire, watching as the flames danced beneath it. The sizzling sound of the birds cooking filled the air, and he patiently waited for them to turn golden brown.Finally, he sat down to enjoy a delicious meal consisting of the fried birds, bread, and wine. He saved some of the meat for his supper later. The wine had a slight intoxicating effect on him, causing him to fall into a deep sleep right then and there. When he woke up, it was already 6 in the evening. Realizing the time, he quickly packed his belongings, took a quick bath, and locked himself inside the bunker.Inside the bunker, he had his supper and indulged in more wine, which eventually led him into a deep slumber. Rest was exactly what he needed a
He embarked on a journey towards the closest village and enjoyed his breakfast en route. The morning air was crisp as he walked along the winding path, taking in the picturesque scenery that surrounded him. The sound of birds chirping and leaves rustling provided a soothing soundtrack to his adventure.He reached the village after an hour and inquired about the route to the village market. The market, however, did not possess the grandeur and prominence of the market in Olese City. In fact, when compared to the market in Oden City, it was significantly inferior, surpassing it by more than a hundredfold.The majority of its merchandise consisted of agricultural goods due to the fact that the majority of the population engaged in farming. In fact, ordinary people were mostly involved in farming. His objective was to acquire a cart, a few oxen, and provisions. It didn't take much time for him to come across an individual selling the items he needed in a shed. The shed was tucked away in a
"Have a nice journey, sir." The older man uttered when Circus was leaving with the cart and the animals."You too." He waved at them, and they waved back at him."That young man is definitely from Olese." The younger man said."I know. How can he be from these villages?"Besides all that, Circus still looked prestigious despite living in poor conditions in the bunker and the heavy work he was doing.Circus proceeded to traverse the market, leading the bulls along. He acquired five sacks of rice for one gold coin, as well as various household furnishings, including pots, plates, mats, benches, cups, and other items. Additionally, he purchased some meat. Upon tallying his expenses, he discovered that he had spent a total of two gold coins, which increased to six gold coins when accounting for the cart and animals.He returned to his home in the woods. After unloading everything and packing them into the bunker, he took the two 1000-litre tanks on the cart and left to draw water. The hors