Chapter 6: The First Crop Grown in the Space
Li Qingyun sat on the edge of her wooden bed, her fingers gently tracing the smooth pearls of the bracelet. She had spent the past night reviewing everything she had discovered in the farming space—the miraculous soil, the life-giving spring water, and the incredible growth speed of crops.
Now, it was time to take action.
This will be the first step toward securing my family's future.
Choosing the Right Crop
Qingyun knew she had to be careful. If she suddenly produced large amounts of rare herbs or high-quality grains, people would grow suspicious.
I need to start with something simple but valuable.
After considering her options, she decided on Chinese cabbage and scallions—staples that every household used. These vegetables were common enough that no one would question their presence, but if she sold top-quality produce, she could still earn a good price.
With her decision made, she carefully gathered some cabbage and scallion seeds from the family's storage.
Clutching them tightly, she quietly slipped into the abandoned shed and activated the farming space.
Planting in the Mystical Soil
The moment Qingyun stepped into the farming space, she felt the familiar warmth of the rich land. The sun overhead was gentle but constant, and the soft breeze carried the scent of fresh earth.
Kneeling down, she dug small holes in a corner of the field and carefully planted the cabbage and scallion seeds. Then, she took a small wooden ladle and poured some of the spring water over the soil.
The reaction was immediate.
Within seconds, the soil trembled slightly, and tiny green sprouts emerged.
Her eyes widened as the sprouts grew taller, their leaves unfolding. The cabbage heads began to form, their layers thick and crisp. The scallions stretched upward, their stalks turning a deep, vibrant green.
In just fifteen minutes, the crops had reached full maturity.
Qingyun reached out and touched a cabbage leaf. It was firm, fresh, and thick—far superior to anything she had ever seen in the village market.
Even the scallions had an unusually fragrant aroma, their color more vibrant than any she had ever encountered.
She clenched her fists.
This is it. This is the key to changing everything.
The First Harvest
Qingyun took a small knife from the wooden hut and carefully harvested the cabbages and scallions.
The moment she cut through the cabbage stem, a fresh, sweet scent filled the air. Even without cooking, she could tell that the flavor and texture would be unmatched.
She placed the vegetables in a woven basket and studied them.
Not too much at once. I can't attract too much attention.
She decided to take only a few of the best-looking cabbages and a handful of scallions. The rest she left in the space to harvest gradually, so it wouldn't look unnatural.
Testing the Taste
Before she sold anything, she needed to confirm the quality.
She exited the space and hurried back to the kitchen. The house was still quiet—her parents and siblings hadn't woken up yet.
She quickly washed the vegetables and started preparing a simple stir-fry.
With a little pork fat, garlic, and salt, she tossed the cabbage and scallions into the pan.
The moment the vegetables hit the hot surface, a rich, fragrant aroma filled the kitchen.
Qingyun's stomach rumbled, and she swallowed hard. The scent alone told her everything she needed to know—this was unlike anything she had ever cooked before.
She took a bite.
The sweetness of the cabbage, the light crispness of the scallions, and the perfect balance of flavors melted in her mouth.
This isn't normal. This is… incredible.
Even simple home-cooked dishes would taste divine with these ingredients.
Her mind raced with possibilities.
If these vegetables are this delicious, imagine what they could sell for in the town market!
A Plan to Sell at the Market
Just as she finished eating, she heard movement from the other rooms—her family was waking up.
Qingyun quickly packed the remaining cabbages and scallions in a cloth bag.
She turned to her mother, Madam Li, who was preparing porridge.
"Mother, I'm going to the market today."
Madam Li frowned. "The market? But we barely have enough crops to sell…"
Qingyun smiled reassuringly. "I picked some of the best cabbages and scallions from our field. I want to see if they sell well."
Her mother still looked doubtful but nodded. "Alright, but be careful. Don't let those greedy vendors take advantage of you."
"I won't," Qingyun promised.
She knew that selling food in the market was no easy task—especially for someone like her, who had been seen as weak and useless in her past life.
But this time, things would be different.
She had the farming space on her side.
And this was only the beginning.
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