[B1] Chapter 27: Seed Saver’s Insight
Seeing the effect of his bitter words, a pang of regret engulfed him. He hadn't thought that his comment would touch such a sensitive nerve.
He hesitated, but then turned to leave her alone as he thought it was better to not talk further, fearing he might unintentionally wound her more instead of comforting her.
Lilith's expectant gaze followed his retracting form with a regret in her expression. She had a tiny hope that he would comfort her, yet he chose distance. Those previous words by him were a cold reminder of her dark past she had wanted so desperately to forget. The sudden mention of it made her snap, causing her feelings to swirl with more intensity than before.
Leaving behind the upset girl, Theo made his way to the obsidian shed. Inside, he carefully examined the dried, fermented tomato seeds he had previously set aside for germination on the surface of the Voidkeeper's Golden Vault. After undergoing a process of fermentation and drying, these seeds were primed, ready to thrive in the soil.
"Looks like they're ready for the soil," he murmured to himself, appreciating the potential held within the tiny seeds. Without a second thought, he stored them in the golden vault, ensuring they'd be in perfect condition when the time came for planting.
He then moved towards the Abyssal Well. Retrieving shadowshade potatoes, he laid out a hundred of them by the pond's edge.
'My dear Shadowshade, you better not be all show and no grow. Don't make me regret ditching the common spuds for you. Let's see if you're worth the hype.' he mused with a hint of humor in his thoughts.
He had a specific goal in mind: to germinate these Shadowshade Potatoes into viable seeds, much like he had done with the ordinary variant. He was 99% sure it would work, but as always, there's that 1% doubt – especially when dealing with the unknown.
He then took the Abyssal Bloodstone Watering Can and carefully sprinkled the mystical water onto the shadowshade potatoes, ensuring every piece received its share of nourishment. The water seemed to shine with a strange glow, hinting at its magical efficiency.
Finishing up, he commanded the Helltiller's Spade and Sower's Abyssal Pouch to spring into action. At a fast pace, the spade tilled an area encompassing 28,800 square feet, readying it for 2400 tomato seeds.
As if answering a silent call, the pouch opened up, sending the tomato seeds tumbling down. They landed perfectly in the patches Helltiller's Spade had prepared. It was like watching a slow dance where each move was in harmony: the Spade, the Sower's Abyssal Pouch, and the seeds all in sync.
With everything set in motion, he retreated to a spot near the Abyssal Well. His gaze locked onto the area where he had placed the Shadowshade Potatoes. He intended to observe and measure the time it would take for the potatoes to sprout this time, keen on understanding the magical properties of Abyssal Well's water.
As the one-hour mark approached, Theo noticed the first signs of life from the Shadowshade Potatoes. Tiny green sprouts began to push their way up, signaling their readiness for the next phase. One hours might seem a long wait for some, but for Theo, it was a test of patience and a key part of figuring out the special traits of these strange potatoes.
From the Voidkeeper's Golden Vault, he retrieved the ordinary knife he had borrowed from Elena. Holding a sprouted enchanted potato in one hand, he used the knife’s blade to carefully excise the eyes – the small indentations from which the sprouts emerged.
As by previous experience, he knew these "eyes" were the potato's growth points and, when carefully cut out and planted, could become the genesis for new potato plants.
But as he was engrossed in this meticulous task, a sudden chime diverted his attention. A new notification appeared before him, the flashing screen's text brought a smile to his face.
<<<<
[Ding!]
[New Skill Unlocked - Seed Saver's Insight!]
[~ Through good care and unyielding persistence in your experiments with tomatoes and potatoes, you've not only understood the nature of the seeds but have also, quite unexpectedly, awakened a dormant capability within your demonic farm. Because of your dedication, The Darkreaper's Scythe has now absorbed the Seed Saver's Insight skill.]
>>>>
'Seed Saver's Insight? This says it's tied to the Darkreaper's Scythe.' Theo thought. Feeling a twinge of curiosity, he cast his eyes towards the obsidian shed.
With a mere thought, the Darkreaper's Scythe emerged, hovering in the air before him like an obedient servant.
Eager to understand newly gain skill, he didn't hesitate. Theo inspected the scythe with his [Netherfield Gaze], and a detailed description materialized before his eyes.
<<<<
[Darkreaper's Scythe - Novice Tool (Level 2)]:
[~ Molded from the eternal darkness at the depths of the abyss, this scythe allows the user, through a simple thought, to harvest anything matured within a 5x5 plot. Crops and fruits are gathered with their peak condition, ensuring no manual labor is involved. As mastery over the tool grows, it can be used to reap larger areas of the farm. After each harvest, the scythe automatically channels the bounty directly into the Golden Vault. If lost or destroyed, returns to the farm within 24 hours.]
[Seed Saver's Insight - With every sweep of this scythe, crops are not the only treasures you reap. Each harvest guarantees the acquisition of seeds from the produce, ensuring the cycle of planting never delay. These gained seeds are then transported and safely stored in the Golden Vault, ready for their time under the soil.]
>>>>
After reading the updated description, a thoughtful pause settled over Theo's mind. 'So, I no longer need to undergo the delicate process of seed-making every time. This really makes things simpler. Though, if I ever want to grow new crops, I'll still have to stick to my original method and create seeds from ordinary crops at least once... But for now, this Seed Saver's Insight skill has certainly lightened my load.' Drawing a relaxing breath, he voiced his gratitude about the new skill.
Gaining the new skill was clearly a boon, but Theo wasn't planning to abandon his ongoing task. As the Shadowshade Potatoes lay before him, he started to cut out the eyes from them. Hours passed, and by the end, he managed to expertly harvest approximately 1,000 of seed eyes.
With a simple thought, he transferred all the 1,000 potato seed eyes in the Sower's Abyssal Pouch. He wasted no time and set his tools into motion once again, guiding them toward the empty patch of land beside the tomato plantation.
As the Helltiller's Spade commenced its elegant performance, Theo's attention, unconsciously, drifted to the serene expanse of the Dreamweaver Pond. Lilith sat there on the island, staring him unwaveringly with her curious gaze.
The intensity of his hard work, the usefulness of his magical farm tools, and the vast expanse of his cultivated land seemed to have intrigued her immensely.
"Such dedication...," she pondered silently, "These tools, the magic they wield – it's unlike anything I've ever seen." In her voice flickered a hint of amazement, yet her tone remained very serious.
In the midst of her musings, her eyes locked with Theo's. For a short moment, the world seemed to pause, and all that existed were the two of them, separated by the pond. Soon, she noticed the boy had begun moving toward the Dreamweaver Pond.
As Theo reached the island, he settled down next to Lilith. The gentle ripples of the Dreamweaver Pond reflected the enchanting glow of their surroundings, and the two of them sat there in silence, watching the tools as they obediently worked the land.
Lilith's mischievous voice broke the silence. "I am hungry..."
Theo turned to her, furrowing his brows, "Wasn't it just the other day you had a... sip of me? I remember something about a 15-day diet?"
Lilith tilted her head, her eyes filled with mischief. "That was just for my 'special' drink to satisfy my thirst for blood. But a girl has other hungers, you know. I do like regular food too."
She kept the real truth to herself, though. Lilith didn't actually need his blood; she needed food like any normal person. But she chose not to tell him, enjoying the way her intense gaze made him uneasy. She was still playing the role of a blood-sucking vampire, just to tease him.
Pausing for a moment, Theo began, "It's rather strange for a vam..." However, he halted mid-sentence, recalling her previous warning. The temperature seemed to drop a fraction as the girl's eyes flashed dangerously.
Dramatically coughing, he corrected himself and continued, "I mean, a high-class demoness like you would be liking mundane foods. I'll ask Elena to serve my meal in my room today. You can join."
In a threating and eager tone, she declared, "Make sure there are dishes prepared from those enchanted potatoes you've grown."
Letting out a sigh, he replied, "I can't guarantee they'll be to your liking... I have never tasted them before myself."
She leaned in slightly, whispering, "My senses never lie. They are delightfully spicy."
As the dance of the tools came to an end, rows of freshly planted potatoes and tomatoes graced the land. Theo's attention shifted to a series of notifications he had ignored earlier.
[B1] Chapter 27: Seed Saver’s Insight
Seeing the effect of his bitter words, a pang of regret engulfed him. He hadn't thought that his comment would touch such a sensitive nerve.
He hesitated, but then turned to leave her alone as he thought it was better to not talk further, fearing he might unintentionally wound her more instead of comforting her.
Lilith's expectant gaze followed his retracting form with a regret in her expression. She had a tiny hope that he would comfort her, yet he chose distance. Those previous words by him were a cold reminder of her dark past she had wanted so desperately to forget. The sudden mention of it made her snap, causing her feelings to swirl with more intensity than before.
Leaving behind the upset girl, Theo made his way to the obsidian shed. Inside, he carefully examined the dried, fermented tomato seeds he had previously set aside for germination on the surface of the Voidkeeper's Golden Vault. After undergoing a process of fermentation and drying, these seeds were primed, ready to thrive in the soil.
"Looks like they're ready for the soil," he murmured to himself, appreciating the potential held within the tiny seeds. Without a second thought, he stored them in the golden vault, ensuring they'd be in perfect condition when the time came for planting.
He then moved towards the Abyssal Well. Retrieving shadowshade potatoes, he laid out a hundred of them by the pond's edge.
'My dear Shadowshade, you better not be all show and no grow. Don't make me regret ditching the common spuds for you. Let's see if you're worth the hype.' he mused with a hint of humor in his thoughts.
He had a specific goal in mind: to germinate these Shadowshade Potatoes into viable seeds, much like he had done with the ordinary variant. He was 99% sure it would work, but as always, there's that 1% doubt – especially when dealing with the unknown.
He then took the Abyssal Bloodstone Watering Can and carefully sprinkled the mystical water onto the shadowshade potatoes, ensuring every piece received its share of nourishment. The water seemed to shine with a strange glow, hinting at its magical efficiency.
Finishing up, he commanded the Helltiller's Spade and Sower's Abyssal Pouch to spring into action. At a fast pace, the spade tilled an area encompassing 28,800 square feet, readying it for 2400 tomato seeds.
As if answering a silent call, the pouch opened up, sending the tomato seeds tumbling down. They landed perfectly in the patches Helltiller's Spade had prepared. It was like watching a slow dance where each move was in harmony: the Spade, the Sower's Abyssal Pouch, and the seeds all in sync.
With everything set in motion, he retreated to a spot near the Abyssal Well. His gaze locked onto the area where he had placed the Shadowshade Potatoes. He intended to observe and measure the time it would take for the potatoes to sprout this time, keen on understanding the magical properties of Abyssal Well's water.
As the one-hour mark approached, Theo noticed the first signs of life from the Shadowshade Potatoes. Tiny green sprouts began to push their way up, signaling their readiness for the next phase. One hours might seem a long wait for some, but for Theo, it was a test of patience and a key part of figuring out the special traits of these strange potatoes.
From the Voidkeeper's Golden Vault, he retrieved the ordinary knife he had borrowed from Elena. Holding a sprouted enchanted potato in one hand, he used the knife’s blade to carefully excise the eyes – the small indentations from which the sprouts emerged.
As by previous experience, he knew these "eyes" were the potato's growth points and, when carefully cut out and planted, could become the genesis for new potato plants.
But as he was engrossed in this meticulous task, a sudden chime diverted his attention. A new notification appeared before him, the flashing screen's text brought a smile to his face.
<<<<
[Ding!]
[New Skill Unlocked - Seed Saver's Insight!]
[~ Through good care and unyielding persistence in your experiments with tomatoes and potatoes, you've not only understood the nature of the seeds but have also, quite unexpectedly, awakened a dormant capability within your demonic farm. Because of your dedication, The Darkreaper's Scythe has now absorbed the Seed Saver's Insight skill.]
>>>>
'Seed Saver's Insight? This says it's tied to the Darkreaper's Scythe.' Theo thought. Feeling a twinge of curiosity, he cast his eyes towards the obsidian shed.
With a mere thought, the Darkreaper's Scythe emerged, hovering in the air before him like an obedient servant.
Eager to understand newly gain skill, he didn't hesitate. Theo inspected the scythe with his [Netherfield Gaze], and a detailed description materialized before his eyes.
<<<<
[Darkreaper's Scythe - Novice Tool (Level 2)]:
[~ Molded from the eternal darkness at the depths of the abyss, this scythe allows the user, through a simple thought, to harvest anything matured within a 5x5 plot. Crops and fruits are gathered with their peak condition, ensuring no manual labor is involved. As mastery over the tool grows, it can be used to reap larger areas of the farm. After each harvest, the scythe automatically channels the bounty directly into the Golden Vault. If lost or destroyed, returns to the farm within 24 hours.]
[Seed Saver's Insight - With every sweep of this scythe, crops are not the only treasures you reap. Each harvest guarantees the acquisition of seeds from the produce, ensuring the cycle of planting never delay. These gained seeds are then transported and safely stored in the Golden Vault, ready for their time under the soil.]
>>>>
After reading the updated description, a thoughtful pause settled over Theo's mind. 'So, I no longer need to undergo the delicate process of seed-making every time. This really makes things simpler. Though, if I ever want to grow new crops, I'll still have to stick to my original method and create seeds from ordinary crops at least once... But for now, this Seed Saver's Insight skill has certainly lightened my load.' Drawing a relaxing breath, he voiced his gratitude about the new skill.
Gaining the new skill was clearly a boon, but Theo wasn't planning to abandon his ongoing task. As the Shadowshade Potatoes lay before him, he started to cut out the eyes from them. Hours passed, and by the end, he managed to expertly harvest approximately 1,000 of seed eyes.
With a simple thought, he transferred all the 1,000 potato seed eyes in the Sower's Abyssal Pouch. He wasted no time and set his tools into motion once again, guiding them toward the empty patch of land beside the tomato plantation.
As the Helltiller's Spade commenced its elegant performance, Theo's attention, unconsciously, drifted to the serene expanse of the Dreamweaver Pond. Lilith sat there on the island, staring him unwaveringly with her curious gaze.
The intensity of his hard work, the usefulness of his magical farm tools, and the vast expanse of his cultivated land seemed to have intrigued her immensely.
"Such dedication...," she pondered silently, "These tools, the magic they wield – it's unlike anything I've ever seen." In her voice flickered a hint of amazement, yet her tone remained very serious.
In the midst of her musings, her eyes locked with Theo's. For a short moment, the world seemed to pause, and all that existed were the two of them, separated by the pond. Soon, she noticed the boy had begun moving toward the Dreamweaver Pond.
As Theo reached the island, he settled down next to Lilith. The gentle ripples of the Dreamweaver Pond reflected the enchanting glow of their surroundings, and the two of them sat there in silence, watching the tools as they obediently worked the land.
Lilith's mischievous voice broke the silence. "I am hungry..."
Theo turned to her, furrowing his brows, "Wasn't it just the other day you had a... sip of me? I remember something about a 15-day diet?"
Lilith tilted her head, her eyes filled with mischief. "That was just for my 'special' drink to satisfy my thirst for blood. But a girl has other hungers, you know. I do like regular food too."
She kept the real truth to herself, though. Lilith didn't actually need his blood; she needed food like any normal person. But she chose not to tell him, enjoying the way her intense gaze made him uneasy. She was still playing the role of a blood-sucking vampire, just to tease him.
Pausing for a moment, Theo began, "It's rather strange for a vam..." However, he halted mid-sentence, recalling her previous warning. The temperature seemed to drop a fraction as the girl's eyes flashed dangerously.
Dramatically coughing, he corrected himself and continued, "I mean, a high-class demoness like you would be liking mundane foods. I'll ask Elena to serve my meal in my room today. You can join."
In a threating and eager tone, she declared, "Make sure there are dishes prepared from those enchanted potatoes you've grown."
Letting out a sigh, he replied, "I can't guarantee they'll be to your liking... I have never tasted them before myself."
She leaned in slightly, whispering, "My senses never lie. They are delightfully spicy."
As the dance of the tools came to an end, rows of freshly planted potatoes and tomatoes graced the land. Theo's attention shifted to a series of notifications he had ignored earlier.
