Planting Seeds and Self-Reliance

Su Chen thought carefully and decided that exchanging for high-quality or perfect-grade seeds was more worthwhile.

Like soil, seeds are also divided into four grades: ordinary, good, high-quality, and perfect.

The best, of course, is the perfect-grade seeds, which go without saying.

Su Chen had an ample supply of meat slices, more than enough to exchange for perfect-grade seeds.

However, he wasn't sure if perfect-grade seeds were still obtainable at the moment.

Now, Su Chen also understood why there was so much information about seed trades.

Most likely, humanity no longer had the conditions to build indoor greenhouses. So when seeds were found, people lacked the resources to cultivate them successfully.

Thus, selling the seeds became the only option, which could also temporarily solve their food problems.

Su Chen searched the information list on the trading platform, specifically looking for seed-related trades. Instantly, countless lines of text appeared.

Most of them were people desperately calling out for trades involving seeds.

[ "Anyone got water? I can't take it anymore in this desert. I've been driving for two days but still can't find a way out. Anyone interested in cactus seeds?"

"Don't be stupid, no one needs cactus seeds right now."

"If you need fruit seeds, contact me. I've got plenty in stock, all are welcome."

"Who the hell wants seeds these days?"

"I accidentally found three good-grade seeds while gathering food yesterday. DM me if you're interested."

"Only trading for meat. If you're interested, contact me quickly. No other trades. I'm tired of fruits and vegetables and need some meat to replenish my protein."]

Most trades were for good-grade seeds, and the prices were surprisingly low. Su Chen guessed that this was because people couldn't grow the seeds and were selling them cheaply as a result.

After thinking about it for a moment, Su Chen noticed no one mentioned perfect-grade seeds. This was likely due to their rarity and difficulty to obtain.

Still, the good-grade seeds on the platform were quite affordable.

One piece of meat could only provide a single meal, where as five good-grade seeds, with their planting cycle lasting several months, could significantly ease the burden of finding food once grown successfully.

Thus, Su Chen began searching for seeds of foods he enjoyed and bought them all.

[ "Five good-grade corn seeds in exchange for meat slices."

"Five good-grade sweet potato seeds in exchange for meat slices."

"Five good-grade cauliflower seeds in exchange for meat slices."]

After some searching, Su Chen finally found several seeds he liked. Being a fitness enthusiast, he often ate foods suitable for maintaining a healthy diet.

These were the foods Su Chen was still eating just a week ago. But since arriving in this world, he hadn't eaten them at all. He couldn't help but crave them a little.

Corn was an obvious choice for weight loss. Most people loved its soft, sweet, and fragrant taste.

Sweet potatoes were even more irresistible. They were Su Chen's favorite carbohydrate source. His top pick was roasted sweet potatoes—many people undoubtedly shared this love.

Cauliflower was a staple for anyone on a diet. Its calorie count was nearly zero.

Although some people couldn't handle the taste of cauliflower, eating it repeatedly made it surprisingly palatable and even suitable for their tastes.

Despite having tried luxurious delicacies before, Su Chen still preferred these simple foods.

Trade successful.

Su Chen had obtained fifteen good-grade seeds in one go. Without delay, he planted them in the soil.

The sooner they were planted, the sooner they would sprout, and the faster he could eat his favorite foods. Growing and eating one's own produce would surely bring a sense of accomplishment.

At this moment, a new message appeared on the trading platform:

["I have three perfect-grade seeds. If interested, please contact me with your offer."]

Curious, Su Chen clicked on the poster's profile.

Wu Luoxi, Female, 25 years old.

Bio: Life isn't just about the grind in front of you—it's also about poetry and distant places.

From the introduction, she seemed like an idealistic young woman.

Without much thought, Su Chen added her as a friend.

Soon after, his friend request was accepted.

Wu Luoxi immediately sent a message:

("Hello, handsome. Are you here to trade for seeds?")

Su Chen, seeing the friend request go through, quickly replied.

("What kind of seeds do you have, specifically the three perfect-grade ones?") Su Chen asked.

(" I have many seeds right now. I live on an estate and have planted a large variety of seeds. Are you referring to the perfect-grade ones?")

Wu Luoxi then sent a voice message.

("I have one perfect-grade potato seed, one perfect-grade cabbage seed, and one perfect-grade ginseng seed. Do you need them?")

Her sweet voice struck straight into Su Chen's heart.

"What a sweet voice… She must be a sweetheart," Su Chen thought.

Although Su Chen preferred innocent girls, he knew better than to indulge in unrealistic thoughts in this world.

The three perfect-grade seeds were all foods Su Chen liked, so he exchanged for them immediately.

Trade successful: Three meat slices for three perfect-grade seeds.

Perfect-Grade Seeds:

Accelerate growth significantly.

Planting cycle: 10 days.

Su Chen was stunned.

"Does this mean I can eat these foods in just ten days? Isn't this incredible?"

The thought alone made him smile.

He carefully planted these seeds into the soil, hoping they would sprout soon.

Now, with twenty-one seeds planted, Su Chen had space for nine more in his greenhouse, which could hold thirty seeds in total.

This greenhouse was more than enough to sustain both Su Chen and his dog, Er Bao. The only limitation was time—he still needed at least ten days before tasting the perfect-grade harvest.

The thought of it made him happy.

The daytime was relatively safe, but Su Chen was still anxious about the dangers of the night. The giant spider from before had already terrified him.

Although he had defeated it, future threats would likely be even more dangerous.

He needed to fortify his defenses. Fortunately, his new RV seemed well-equipped with strong defensive capabilities. Combined with a variety of useful tools, his quality of life was improving significantly.

It had been a fulfilling day. Su Chen decided to head to his workshop.

He still had a portable bow, which was highly practical but not particularly refined.

Determined to modify it, Su Chen went to his workspace. Although he wasn't a professional carpenter, he had always loved tinkering with tools since childhood.

Back then, he'd often run around with his dad's tools, turning the house into a chaotic mess, only to be scolded harshly by his mom afterward.

His home had once boasted a wall filled with his handiwork: pottery, figurines, and even Lego creations.

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