In that moment, Chen Wei quickly issued a reminder to the system.
"System, when we're capturing the livestock later, don't collect them all. Leave a few behind for me—I'm in the mood for some meat," Chen Wei instructed.
"Understood, Host," the system responded.
[Your livestock chickens are fully grown. Please proceed to capture them!]
[Your livestock ducks are fully grown. Please proceed to capture them!]
[Your livestock sheep are fully grown. Please proceed to capture them!]
[Your livestock calves are fully grown. Please proceed to capture them!]
...
[The system is currently assisting with the capture!]
[Congratulations, Host: The system has successfully captured 850 livestock!]
[Livestock successfully reclaimed, earning 4 million exchange points!]
[Current exchange point balance: 4.58 million.]
"The system has automatically set aside three old hens and three old ducks for the Host," the system informed.
"Thanks, system, much appreciated," Chen Wei acknowledged.
"You're welcome," replied the system.
[The system has automatically exchanged for livestock cubs and growth accelerant potions!]
[A total of 580,000 exchange points have been deducted.]
[Current exchange point balance: 4 million.]
Shortly thereafter, a Farm's Assistant Robot approached, carrying three old hens in one hand and three old ducks in the other.
"Looks like it's time for a hearty meal today," Chen Wei mused.
He licked his lips, eyes gleaming with a ravenous desire, imagining the poultry steamed and braised. Lately, he had been hankering for fresh meat, as his diet had been limited to cured bacon, lacking the flavor of something freshly prepared.
Taking the three hens and three ducks, Chen Wei set about sharpening his knife, but not before reminding the system, "Keep managing the livestock farm for me, will you?"
"Happy to serve," the system replied.
With a hush, Chen Wei crouched by the yard, humming an indistinct tune as he began the task of slaughtering the birds, cleaning all six thoroughly.
Since beginning his cultivation, Chen Wei had often felt his stomach grumble, a sign he wasn't getting enough energy from his food.
Now was the perfect time to sample the taste of the poultry raised on the livestock farm and see how satisfying they would be.
Boiling water, plucking feathers, cleansing the carcass, and then cutting it into chunks.
Chen Wei moved through these steps with practiced ease. Once he had thoroughly cleaned the six chickens and ducks, he entered the kitchen to showcase his culinary skills.
Today's meal had to be a feast.
Steamed, braised, and stewed.
Chen Wei expertly prepared all six birds, even adding ginseng to the pot for a hearty stew.
"MeiMei, time to come home for dinner!"
With the meal ready, Chen Wei set the table, inhaled the delicious aroma, and couldn't help but salivate. He then stepped out into the yard and called out to the little girl.
"Brother, we're back!"
Chen Mei arrived, perched atop the shoulder of the Farm's Assistant Robot, hurrying back home.
Seeing his sister's joy, Chen Wei smiled, lifted her into his arms, and they both headed inside.
"Mmm, what's that wonderful smell? What did you make, brother?"
MeiMei's nose was keen, and the enticing scent made her eyes sparkle with excitement.
"Hehe, brother cooked up some meat for MeiMei. We're in for a real treat today."
Chen Wei chuckled, seating the little girl on a small stool.
"Wow..."
Chen Mei's eyes widened at the sight of the table laden with mouthwatering dishes, her mouth watering in anticipation.
"Go ahead and try it. Let's see if you think brother's cooking is tasty."
Chen Wei grinned, placing a chicken leg into her bowl. MeiMei eagerly grabbed her chopsticks and took a bite.
Grease coated her lips as she chewed, her cheeks flushed with delight, and she beamed at Chen Wei, "Brother, it's so yummy and flavorful!"
Seeing her reaction, Chen Wei laughed and served her several more slices of lean meat, "If MeiMei likes it, have some more. From now on, I'll cook meat for you every day."
"Mhm, mhm."
MeiMei nodded, her ponytails bouncing as she leaned on the table with one hand, while the other eagerly reached for more meat from Chen Wei's bowl.
She mumbled under her breath, "Brother gets to eat meat too."
"Sure thing!"
With a fond smile, Chen Wei affectionately tousled his sister Chen Mei's hair before diving into the feast himself.
"Mmm..."
The moment he took a bite, Chen Wei's eyes went wide with surprise.
The meat was incredibly tender and flavorful, truly top-notch.
He was modest about his culinary skills, which were decent at best, but this exquisite taste was his own doing. Clearly, the quality of the meat made all the difference.
As the meat settled in his stomach, Chen Wei felt a surge of energy coursing through his body.
Being a cultivator, he recognized it instantly.
It was life energy, ready to be absorbed and refined, fueling his advancement.
Little MeiMei, who hadn't practiced any cultivation, was already full after just a small bowl. She patted her belly and let out a tiny burp.
With her lips slick with grease, she exclaimed, "Oh my, I'm so stuffed. MeiMei can't eat another bite."
Chen Wei chuckled at his sister's adorable antics.
Oddly enough, he had polished off a large bowl and still felt hungry, as if his stomach was a bottomless pit.
"It looks like I've absorbed all the life energy from the meat. MeiMei, without any cultivation techniques, has to rely on her body's natural digestion, which is much slower."
"Whereas I practice the Heavenly God Physique technique, which allows me to absorb life energy at a much faster rate."
With this realization, Chen Wei sought confirmation from the system, which affirmed his thoughts. His cultivation of the End of the Period Heavenly God Physique technique was indeed why he could process the life energy from the meat so rapidly.
That explained why he was still hungry despite eating so much.
Turning to his sister, Chen Wei reached out to the system again, "System, do you have a suitable cultivation or mental technique for my sister to practice?"
The system responded, "Certainly, Host. The Cold Jade Saint Physique technique is now available for you! You may proceed to the Merchant Shop to exchange for it."
"Excellent," Chen Wei replied.
With the system's confirmation, Chen Wei was elated and promptly located the Cold Jade Saint Physique technique.
[Cold Jade Saint Physique Technique: With dedicated cultivation, one can ultimately evolve into the Cold Jade Saint Physique, rivaling the prowess of the Epoch-Ending Heavenly God Physique.]
[Price: 1 million exchange points.]
Chen Wei couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at the cost. This technique was tantamount to establishing an entire farm, and it was even pricier than his own Heavenly God Physique technique.
It's no surprise, then, that at its peak, this technique can match the Heavenly God Physique in strength.
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