Starting Cultivation in Wasteland-Chapter 482 - 354: The Coolest Job

Qu Jianlei also didn’t expect that one sentence from him could scare the child like this.

In fact, even Sofia was startled by his words, she looked over in shock, "How is it wrong?"

This kind of reaction was not unfamiliar to Qu Jianlei—back on Blue Star, people often reacted similarly towards him.

He sighed inwardly: he still underestimated the pressure A-level causes to ordinary people!

He cleared his throat, "I meant that this superpower rice should be old rice, not new rice... Stored for a few years?"

The child breathed a long sigh, he was really scared, thinking the other party wanted to take by force.

Spending five hundred thousand on the second floor or whatever, he hadn’t seen, he only knew the other could seize with just a thought.

Not seizing is good! He timidly explained, "This rice... has been stored for four years, but it should be well preserved."

Four-year-old rice? Qu Jianlei’s mouth twitched, "You have the nerve to sell it so expensive?"

The child’s mouth moved a little, but in the end, he just bowed his head, refusing to mention lowering the price.

"Alright then," Qu Jianlei couldn’t be bothered to argue with him, "Bring the other bag over, and I’ll give you fifty more."

"The other bag?" Sofia looked at him in surprise, then looked at the child.

The child’s body suddenly froze, without any reaction.

"I’ll go with you," Sofia sighed, took out a fifty silver coin card.

She didn’t know how Panda knew about these things, but it was clear he wasn’t wrong. Is this the magic of A-level?

Anyway, the place where the child hid the things wasn’t far, following him could also alleviate the little one’s suspicion.

Half an hour later, she returned alone, holding a small bag, the child having disappeared.

The two followed along the riverbank, heading towards where they parked, Sofia shared the child’s story.

Speaking of it, it wasn’t all that surprising, the child’s father was a military superpower warrior, died on the frontline.

These superpower rice were secretly brought home by the father, hoping the two children could get an early advantage.

After he died, the military granted a substantial compensation, but the child’s grandparents both had incidents, spending much of it.

Later, the child’s mother also fell ill. As a military family member, she received some discounts in treatment, but not nearly enough.

Now that the home is bare, they can only sell some good things to help his mother recover.

This superpower warrior came from an ordinary family, improved conditions with exceptional talent, achieved social mobility.

If he hadn’t encountered misfortune so early, he could have earned quite a fortune.

Plus, with the resources he left behind, there’s a chance of cultivating another superpower warrior—at least a modified warrior.

However, it’s regrettable now, the dream of family rise has shattered, quickly declining without enough foundation support.

The child who might become a modified warrior, can only cautiously make a living on the black market.

Qu Jianlei wasn’t surprised by such things, but in the end, he still made a remark.

"Lack of overall strength means poor risk resistance, ordinary families return to poverty too easily."

Back in the rented villa, he opened the superpower rice to study it carefully, discovering the energy inside was indeed gentle.

However, the rice grains were hulled, though Qu Jianlei was not knowledgeable about farming, he guessed it probably couldn’t be planted.

Actually, even if it could be planted, he wouldn’t try—there must be many intricate pathways involved.

The military controlling superpower rice production surely involves a whole set of operational barriers.

Controlling the seed is likely just one aspect, even if the hulled rice could sprout, there must be other restricting conditions.

Wood attribute and water attribute both have the ability to accelerate plant growth, and these two attributes’ warriors are numerous.

Under such circumstances, failing to successfully cultivate superpower rice outside shows the difficulty.

Qu Jianlei had high self-regard but was not arrogant, he wouldn’t stubbornly disbelieve if others couldn’t achieve something.

The next day at noon, he used up a bag of superpower rice, cooking a pot of rice.

The rice’s flavor was ordinary, with great satiety, while digesting, he felt the gentle energy nourished his body.

The hidden injuries he suffered on Zarif Star hadn’t completely healed, he should’ve rested for another three to five months.

Now he surprisingly found the energy from the superpower rice subtly helped repair his damaged body!

No wonder this rice is coveted by the military, accelerating body recovery means superpower warriors can frequently engage in battles!

However, the nourishing effect didn’t last through the night, mostly depleted.

Superpower rice truly is a good thing, but unfortunately, not only is it expensive, but it’s also hard to buy; eating it regularly would be nice.

After a day’s interval, Qu Jianlei cooked another pot of rice in the evening.

The superpower rice was now used up, yet healing the body was great, anyhow it was old rice, why let it continue aging?

As the rice just finished cooking, someone knocked on the door, Qu Jianlei glanced, finding Teng Wenli had come again.

Teng Wenli just entered the room, his nose twitched, and he asked in surprise, "Superpower Rice?"

"Yes," Qu Jianlei nodded with a smile, "It’s better to be lucky than early. I’ll get you a set of utensils too." 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

"That would be a pleasure," Teng Wenli showed no intention of refusal, "Wait a moment, I’ll go get a bottle of wine from home."

He dashed off, and Qu Jianlei blinked: Someone with actual authority also craves Superpower Rice like this?

Teng Wenli went and returned quickly, and shortly he was back, not only with a bottle of wine but also a pack of meat jerky.

After they sat down, Qu Jianlei first poured brewed tea for the other.

Teng Wenli took a small sip and asked in surprise, "Good tea, where did you get it?"

"Of course bought it," Qu Jianlei looked at him with surprise, "Cost me two thousand silver coins."

Buying five pounds for two thousand silver coins, that’s already the best tea in the market. As a foodie, you enjoy when you can.

Teng Wenli twitched the corner of his mouth and gave a thumbs up, "Wealthy!"

Though he’s a small official with some authority, he usually only receives some customary gifts and isn’t particularly wealthy.

He occasionally receives tea of this caliber as gifts, but spending his own money... sorry, can’t bring himself to!

After pausing, he asked again, "Where did you get that Superpower Rice from?"

"Papong," Qu Jianlei looked at him in surprise, "It’s sold on the black market."

"Buying Superpower Rice from the black market?" Teng Wenli was a bit speechless; you not only have money, but guts too.

Then he sighed, "I thought you could get authentic goods, wanted to have some for my daughter’s birthday party."

"Don’t mention it," Qu Jianlei smiled bitterly and waved his hand, "Four-year-old aged rice is really not good stuff."

"Aged rice is fine," Teng Wenli spoke in surprise, "Mix some regular rice, just right for kids to lay the foundation."

Qu Jianlei blinked and realized, "For ordinary people, this Superpower Rice is truly hard to handle."

"Isn’t that right?" Teng Wenli smiled bitterly, "That’s why a lot of black market Superpower Rice is mixed with regular rice."

Qu Jianlei finally realized, the reason why people sell such adulterated Superpower Rice does have some reasoning.

However, selling fake goods at the price of real goods, isn’t that inappropriate?

After chatting for a bit, Teng Wenli finally got to the main topic, "About reading at the library, I asked for you..."

"The City Library isn’t easy to access, but you can go to the Old City District Library, which is the earliest library."

Star No. 2 is prosperous now, but it was developed step by step from Pioneer Star.

This planet’s construction was after the Star of Hope, and because it’s in the same Star Realm, it’s named Star No. 2.

While constructing Star No. 2, the Central City was chosen to be located on the banks of the Green Water River, initially centered in the Confidence District.

Later, as the city clusters expanded, the old city district gradually lost vitality, and Confidence District was renamed Old City District.

In the end, the Old City District is lacking everywhere, but when it comes to historical context, it truly has it.

The books from the Confidence District Library were later moved to the new City Library, but the most complete copies are still in the old library.

Qu Jianlei doesn’t mind this, "As long as there are books, that’s fine. Thanks, brother Wenli."

"No need to thank," Teng Wenli waved his hand, hesitated a bit, and then awkwardly spoke, "However, a deposit is required..."

"I was hesitant before, wondering if you’d be willing to pay this money, but now I know you have money, this is easy."

"It’s a legitimate request," Qu Jianlei was not surprised at all, "Knowledge has its price."

Back then, when he borrowed books from Geng Shougong, a deposit was also required.

"And also..." Teng Wenli’s expression remained awkward, "According to the rules, you’re not a Superpower Warrior, so you’re not eligible to read."

"Thus, reading can only be during your free time, your main role is... working!"

Qu Jianlei listened with some curiosity, "Work?"

Teng Wenli took a deep breath, "Simply put, I got you a job, as a temporary librarian at the library."

"Responsible for organizing books, checking book borrowers, the work isn’t heavy, quite relaxed most of the time."

"In your free time, you can browse the books; it’s a job perk... I say, what’s that expression on your face?"

Qu Jianlei twitched the corner of his mouth: I actually want to control my expression, but really can’t.

Librarian... the most prestigious profession throughout history on Blue Star, and you introduced it to me?

After pondering for a while, he clasped his hands, "Thanks so much, brother Wenli, I’m truly grateful."

Then he asked, "Since I’m a librarian... even if it’s temporary, is a deposit still required?"

"Because you’re a fresh face," Teng Wenli, seeing he’s not resistant, felt completely at ease.

"The library seems niche, but it’s actually a place with a higher security level... you’re temporary, not officially in the system."

"In any case, as long as nothing goes wrong, whether you want to become permanent or resign later, the deposit will be refunded."