My Beast Ranch Story

Chapter 143: How can a sword be as useful as a farm tool? (Thanks to the leader of RUY16109 for more updates)

When the morning sun climbed to the nine o'clock position, the originally warm feeling had disappeared and was replaced by a little heat.

Drops of sweat slipped from Jiang Simiao's forehead, flew out as he shook his head, and landed on the grass on the side of the path. Then they broke into many small beads, shining like diamonds in the sun. light.

The grass behind the path he walked has grown quite tall. Perhaps it is because after he returned to Ouliao Town, extraordinary creatures have carried out plant growth in the entire area several times, so the grass has grown to more than ten centimeters. Taller.

The grass behind Jiang Simiao did not calm down. Instead, it began to tremble, and then three round guys came out from behind, Xiaoruan, Xiaoyan and Xiaoying.

The mine that Jiang Simiao was heading to next to the mysterious forest was marked on the map that Mr. Sang Du had given him before.

Whether it is the construction and upgrade of some props or the gems needed to awaken the legend of spring, Jiang Simiao needs to go to the mines, which is something he has been preparing for a long time.

For this reason, he also put food in cloth bags in his handband, as well as some water and first aid tools.

Although it is marked on Mr. Sangdu's map, there is more than one way to the underground mine. There are roads leading to the underground in the mysterious forest, the mine next to the forest, the southern forest and the canyon mine in the southwest.

But Jiang Simiao still planned to go to the mine next to the mysterious forest, because it was the most convenient and safest.

The entrances to the other three areas are either very hidden or in very dangerous places, and because they have not been fully developed, once you go down, you will encounter mine tunnels extending in all directions, and you will encounter Yinghuo for the first time with Jiang Simiao. Slime's situation was the same back then. Without the guidance of an underground creature familiar with the environment, it would be easy to get lost inside.

The mine next to the mysterious forest is different. It is an area that can still be used and has been extensively developed.

The mine is located at the outermost edge of the mysterious forest. There is a mine car track at the border of the mysterious forest and Ou Niao Town. You can quickly reach your destination by taking a mine car, which greatly saves travel time.

It was built by an adventurer from Owl Town. His extraordinary creatures were all rock-based and could easily change the terrain there.

He seemed to have reached some kind of cooperation with the nearby extraordinary creatures, so he was able to operate this mine in the wild.

Of course, in the underground world below the mine, there are many extraordinary creatures that cannot be affected by the ground. They follow their own set of survival rules, so it is still a bit dangerous for people who go down to the mine.

So Jiang Simiao specially brought various farm tools, some extra exploding strawberries, and three small slimes as a guarantee of safety.

"Did you see the minecart in front of you? It's almost there."

Jiang Simiao played with the ever-changing farm tools in his hands, saw the mine cart under the crooked tree in front of him, and turned his head to look at the three little ones following behind.

"Um?"

"Yum~!"

"Ho... Mu..."

"Okay, don't think too much, just sit down with me."

Jiang Simiao casually put the Variety Farm Tool back into the storage strap, bent down and picked up the three little ones, and strode to the side of the mine cart.

This mine cart is free. Well...it was broken once before and was repaired by Jiang Simiao's grandfather.

Originally there was a charge, but later because it was repaired by Jiang Simiao's grandfather, he cheerfully said at the town gathering that everyone could ride on this mine cart without paying.

As long as he is alive, the minecart will always be in good repair.

Jiang Simiao remembered the stories that Grandma Yelena had shared with him, and shook his head with a smile.

However, it wasn't until he reached the mine cart that Jiang Simiao suddenly discovered that the mine cart was much newer than he had imagined.

This is a small mine cart, which may not even be called a cart. It is an iron frame with four wheels and a special power device that allows it to move quickly on the railway.

Obviously Grandma Yelena said at the beginning that only in the two or three years after grandpa passed away, there would be people dedicated to repairing the mine carts and tracks, but then because everyone stopped using the mine carts, the cost of repairs was too high. , so no one repairs it.

Why is it still so new? It's just like the new one.

Jiang Simiao's hand touched the surface of the mine cart. It was obviously exposed to the wind and sun in the forest, but it was still so smooth, with no trace of rust at all.

Could it be that this is made of some special ore?
Jiang Simiao thought as he opened the door and sat in the mine cart.

The mine cart has a large space, and there is even a small protruding position inside that can be used as a chair. Jiang Simiao feels quite comfortable sitting in it, and there is also a place for Xiaoruan, Xiaoying and Xiaoyan to stay, so it is not too crowded.

Pressing the button next to it, the mine wheel made a squeaking sound as it rubbed against the track.

"Dong dong dong..."

Each collision of wheels and rails produced a low roar.The sound carries a powerful punch that makes one feel the weight and power of the minecart.

The friction between the wheels and the railway will make squeaking sounds from time to time, mixed with the dull thumping sound, which merges into the sound of the running of the mine car.

The minecart drove into the forest, and the screeching and thumping sounds echoed in the natural forest.

The natural sounds of the forest, such as the chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves, and the whisper of the breeze, are drowned out by the sound of the minecart.It was like a force that could not be ignored, breaking the tranquility of the forest and attracting the attention of those extraordinary beings.

The little guys probably hadn't seen anyone riding this ancient minecart for a long time. After being frightened by the loud noise, they slowly adapted to it. In the end, they even curiously poked out their heads hidden behind the branches and leaves. He began to look at Jiang Simiao and the three little ones sitting on the mine cart.

"This is another feeling."

Jiang Simiao leaned against the wall of the mine car, raised his head slightly, stretched out his hand, and spread his fingers.

The sun was shining down on him, and the light was so strong that it swallowed up his fingers, making the surrounding scenery he saw somewhat blurry.

The light passed through the gaps between Jiang Simiao's fingers, and a slight rainbow halo appeared in his eyes.

He saw the green leaves on the top of the forest, and the layers of green leaves gathered upward, revealing a little bit of the bright white sky.

As the minecart continues to go deeper, the branches and leaves above the head become more and more dense, like a green cover covering the sky above the forest, preventing the heat of the sun from reaching the underground.

There are some fruits that are beginning to ripen hanging on the forked branches. A bird will stop there. After looking at Jiang Simiao for a few times, he will pick up the fruits and rush out of the embrace of the branches and leaves with fluttering wings.

Jiang Simiao looked back at the ground, which was full of weeds, shrubs, and some small mushrooms.

The mine cart clanked through the forest and stopped in front of a small house with a green roof.

The red brick house, green roof, and color combination are a bit hard to describe.

Next to the hut is a mountain wall with a cave that goes deep into it. The word "mine" is crookedly written on the sign next to it.

The movement of the mine cart was relatively loud, and perhaps he heard the sound. As soon as Jiang Simiao got off the mine cart, he saw the door of the hut opened, and a middle-aged man who looked a little slovenly came out.

"Hey, someone else is coming." He grinned when he saw Jiang Simiao walking this way. He was wearing a dark green thick coat, gloves on his hands, and some worn-out big boots. The hair on the beard is somewhat curly, coupled with his messy and long brown hair, and some scars on his face, he looks very fierce, and the way he smiles is even more unflattering to Jiang Simiao.

But his laughter was rough and his voice was rough. After some emotion, he introduced himself to Jiang Simiao.

"My name is Tinglong. As you can see, I am the person who guards the mine."

"Hey, young adventurer, it looks like you came to this mine specifically, right?"

He suppressed the smile on his face and opened his hands, looking even more fierce. However, such tone and actions made Jiang Simiao inexplicably reassured.

Like a very sincere person.

"You came here in a mine cart. You must be a child from Ou Niao Town. I haven't seen you before. Could it be that the child Sili has grown up? It doesn't look like it."

"I'm sorry, I haven't been back to the town for more than ten years. I can't even remember. This is the first time I've seen young people come to the mine for so long."

"Let me see what you have prepared."

He looked behind Jiang Simiao expectantly, as if expecting to see something. When he found that there were only three slimes, his face suddenly sank, looking a little disappointed.

"If you prepare like this, I won't let you enter the mine casually. This is much more dangerous than you think."

He shook his head sullenly. At first, he thought that a handsome and handsome man like Jiang Simiao would bring many props with him when he came to the mine. But he came empty-handed, and the extraordinary pet beast that followed him was only the lowest slime.

Bullshit!

"Go back, you, a tender-skinned one, if you get injured, I can't afford it." He puffed his beard and glared, looking really angry, and waved his hand impatiently, "What if your parents I can’t stand it if you come here to trouble me.”

"Uncle..." Jiang Simiao dumbfounded, took out the universal farm tool from his strap, held it in his hand, and looked at Tinglong, "Have you really been out of touch with Ou Niao Town for too long?"

"I am Jiang Simiao, the rancher who just came back this year."

"It's a space prop, but what's the use of that wooden stick?" He glanced at the wooden stick, a little confused, and then started to think of Jiang Simiao's name.

"Jiang Simiao?" Tinglong seemed to have remembered something. After pondering for a moment, his eyes widened and he looked at Jiang Simiao and shouted in surprise, "You are the grandson of Brother Jiang, right? "

Jiang Simiao:......

Although you are right, why do I feel so uncomfortable when you speak?
"Yes..." Jiang Simiao glanced at Uncle Yanlong with a complicated expression and asked, "So what happened?"

"It's okay. If it's Brother Jiang's grandson, then you can go down as you like."

Yanlong seemed to have thought of something in the past, and an expression similar to fear appeared on his fierce face. He shook his head, turned around, and planned to go back to the house.

"Um... you, Jiang Simiao, right? Xiao Miao, just come over here. I'll give you something for self-defense. It will be safer for you to go to the mine later."

Yanlong walked to the door of the cabin and waved to Jiang Simiao.

"Oh, alright."

After entering the hut, Jiang Simiao found that the interior decoration was much better than he imagined.

There are fireplaces, lounge chairs, tables and chairs, and beds. Although they are small, they are very neat and uniform in color. There are also two large cabinets, many boxes, a trap door on the floor, and it looks like there is a basement.

"Brother Jiang helped me renovate the interior of this hut, so after he left, I stayed here and helped him look after the mine."

Yanlong walked to a big box, squatted down, took out a bunch of keys as he spoke, and started to unlock it.

"I happen to be a person who likes to wander outside. This underground world of forests and mines is a mysterious world that I will never tire of."

click...

The lock was opened, he reached in and picked up something, and Jiang Simiao heard the crisp sound of iron objects colliding.

"Take it, this sword is for you to use for self-defense. It's better than your broken wooden stick."

It was a sharp sword without a scabbard. It was standing brightly in front of Jiang Simiao's eyes. The incandescent light in the room was reflected by it and was a little dazzling.

"Well...thank you." Jiang Simiao looked at the sword in Yanlong's hand. He didn't reach out to take it. He just raised the all-purpose farm tool in his hand. His tone was a bit complicated, with a hint of gratitude and a hint of gratitude. It seems that more of them are dumbfounded.

"But I don't think the sword is as useful as my ever-changing farm tool." After the words fell, the wooden stick in Jiang Simiao's hand changed rapidly under Yanlong's shocked eyes. The sharp section of the metallic luster appeared on the long stick. At one end, there was a dense white light shining.

Under Jiang Simiao's control, this ever-changing farm tool turned into a long-handled tree-cutting ax. The ax head looked much sharper than the sword in Yanlong's hand.

"I feel like I can use it more easily this way."

Jiang Simiao swung the axe. He didn't know if it was because of his bloodline as a rancher. He preferred "agricultural tools" such as axes, sickles, and spears to using swords.

"You call this a farm tool?"

Yanlong's eyes seemed to be about to pop out of his head, and he still hadn't thought about how the tattered stick turned into this big axe.

However, his tone was still a little tough: "It's just an axe. How can you use a sword? If there is a strong impact, won't your wooden handle break?"

"Ah..." Jiang Simuo held the ax and spoke with some uncertainty, "But you have seen this stick turn into an axe, do you still treat it as an ordinary stick?"

Yanlong:......

"Okay, okay, go down with your whatever... Variety Farm Tool, and don't come looking for me. I won't give it to you if you really want the sword."

As if he was angry, he sat down on the chair next to him and muttered to himself angrily, sounding a little aggrieved.

"Why is this brat as annoying as Brother Jiang? An ugly brother, an ugly brat..."

Jiang Simiao:......

It is hard to imagine that such words were said by Yanlong, a rough man.

"Then I went into the mine?"

"Go, go, get down quickly!"

"Uh... ok."

(End of this chapter)