CH 24

TL: Moonlit

Lin Su returned to the room holding a nail clipper and placed it in front of William, saying, “Here, a nail clipper.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Su quickly turned around, took clean clothes, and went into the bathroom.

William watched the little female leave and wagged his tail. Why was Lin Su’s face so red?

Early in the morning, after having breakfast, Lin Su helped William outside to bask in the sun.

The online store module had been completed, and they were waiting for the official opening after obtaining the operating permit. William didn’t need to keep a constant watch over it.

Lin Su went to clean the chicken coop, checking if the newly built house for the chickens had yielded any more eggs as a “reward” for him.

As it turned out, these few chickens were all useless. Not only did they not lay any eggs for him, but the previous ones didn’t hatch either.

They were simply a group of worthless creatures, good for nothing!

“Xiao Su, the law enforcement personnel have arrived.”

Upon hearing Su Jin’s call, Lin Su responded and washed his hands before walking over. He saw Luo Manman, who had come with Mu’en last time, and another unfamiliar colleague by his side. Lin Su smiled and said, “Why did you come so early? The vegetables aren’t ready yet.”

Luo Manman, whose attention was captivated by the four fruit trees in Lin Su’s yard as soon as he got out of the car, took a deep breath and asked, “May I ask if these fruit trees also belong to your esteemed family?”

The lush fruit trees in front of her were full of delightful fruits. The big, red apples and the yellow oranges, each one looked big and beautiful from the outside. He didn’t know if it was his illusion, but the surrounding air seemed to be filled with a refreshing and pleasant fruity fragrance, making people feel relaxed.

Thinking of Mu’en’s instructions this morning, to test whether Lin Su had the intention to become an exclusive purifier of North Star, Luo Manman felt a bit embarrassed to speak now. With such abilities, why should North Star, a barren star system, keep him? Was it because North Star’s treatment was not attractive or North Star’s scenery was not beautiful enough compared to the capital star?

Putting himself in their shoes, if he had such abilities, he would definitely go to the capital star for development. Even if he had to cry in a straw house in the capital star, he wouldn’t laugh in a villa on North Star. Of course, he could only fantasize about it.

Hearing Luo Manman’s inquiry about the fruit trees, Lin Su’s face became sincerely smiley. “Yes, these are newly cultivated apple and orange trees. However, the prices may be slightly higher compared to before. After all, it is more difficult to cultivate fruits than vegetables. I hope you understand.”

“I understand, I understand. In fact, this time I came here with Minister Mu’en’s specific instructions. I must inform you that the purified fruits and vegetables purchased from you last time have been professionally tested, and it was found that all the fruits and vegetables contain over 60% natural elements. Although according to the imperial standards, 60% of natural elements only have a calming effect, the nutrients made from them have fortunately gained this ability as well. This matter has been reported to the Star Region Governor, and the Star Region Governor attaches great importance to it…”

“He specifically instructed us to ensure that you don’t suffer any losses. If you are willing, North Star would like to hire you as an exclusive purifier. I wonder what you think about it?”

Lin Su was not surprised by Luo Manman’s words. He had known that this day would come since the completion of their first transaction. As for being hired as an exclusive purifier, it was just a disguised way of retaining him. If he accepted, he would be labeled by North Star and face restrictions wherever he went.

In accordance with the Empire’s emphasis on purification ability holders and the strong desire of various star systems to have their own purifiers, it is not surprising that the Star Region Governor of North Star extended an invitation to him.

However, Lin Su currently had no plans to develop in the capital star, but he also didn’t think he would stay on North Star indefinitely.

“I understand the Star Region Governor’s goodwill, but I currently don’t have the intention to do so. I’m sorry.”

“No need to apologize. Minister Mu’en has already instructed me when I came here. This matter is entirely up to your will. As long as we can continue to purchase purified fruits and vegetables from you in the future, and also, we will reprice the purified fruits and vegetables. We will definitely ensure that you don’t suffer any losses.”

“Please rest assured, I run a business and I won’t let money slip through my fingers.”

After hearing Lin Su’s response, Luo Manman felt relieved. Even if they couldn’t complete the important task given by Mu’en, at least the trade could continue.

Turning his head to look at Zhao An, who came with him, Luo Manman spoke with a nervous tone, “Well, this is the companion of my good friend. My friend is a Grade D mental disorder sufferer, and recently the symptoms have been severe. I wanted to bring him here to buy some of your fruits and vegetables to see if it helps. I hope you don’t find it presumptuous.”

Lin Su noticed the female beside Luo Manman, Zhao An, who was wearing a light gray windbreaker. He was young but frail, with a worried expression on his face, and not in a good state.

Meeting Lin Su’s dark eyes, Zhao An nervously spoke up, “Hello, my name is Zhao An. It’s something that Manman told me privately. I hope you don’t mind.”

The young female in front of him was not very old, but he possessed abilities that couldn’t be underestimated.

When Luo Manman mentioned this matter to him privately, he didn’t believe it at first. After all, the Empire’s treatment plan for mental disorder patients so far only consisted of sedatives.

He had consumed purified fruits and vegetables before, but it was the first time he heard about purified fruits and vegetables with calming effects. Even on the way here, he was skeptical.

It wasn’t until he saw the four flourishing fruit trees in the yard, filled with valuable fruits, that he realized how astonishing the abilities of this young purifier were. Even compared to the purifiers he had seen in the capital star, this person possessed such formidable abilities!

Unlike the people at Farm No. 13, Zhao An had experienced the market before. When he lived in the capital star, he had consumed purified fruits and vegetables as well. Naturally, he knew how much these fruits, which took a much longer cultivation period compared to vegetables, would cost and how scarce they were. They couldn’t be obtained casually.

Usually, one had to make an appointment in advance for a purchase.

But now, in a third-level star system like North Star, this young purifier had cultivated four of these extremely valuable fruit trees. If the news were to spread, it would shock everyone, not to mention the possibility that these fruits contained calming effects.

Lin Su wore a warm smile on his face. “This is about introducing business to me. How could I mind? You don’t have to be so polite. Just tell me your purpose.”

The adorable smile with two dimples on the small female’s clean face made people can’t help but develop a fondness for him.

Zhao An let out a sigh of relief. Having had contact with other females who possessed purification abilities, all of them were arrogant. But this small female in front of him, with his cute and gentle smile, spoke in a soft manner that made him inexplicably feel closer to him. “Are the fruits on these trees for sale? I’d like to buy some.”

“Yes, if you want to buy them individually, the prices are listed on the sign over there,” Lin Su pointed to the sign hanging on the door.

Zhao An took a half step back and looked at the prices on the sign: 400 animal coins per apple, 450 animal coins per orange, and 1000 animal coins per strawberry. These were the standard market prices.

It was fair, especially if, as Luo Manman had said, they contained 60% natural elements. Then the price was much lower than he imagined.

“I’ll take two apples, two oranges, and one strawberry.”

Seeing that Zhao An wasn’t frightened by the prices and seemed knowledgeable, Lin Su nodded in satisfaction. “Please wait a moment.”

Zhao An’s gaze followed the small female who picked the fruits with a tall pole, and he noticed a male sitting on a recliner next to him. He was a half-human, half-fox being.

Zhao An’s heart tightened. Since his partner developed a mental disorder, he had learned a lot about this area.

He knew that in the later stages of mental disorders, the contracted beast would compete with the host for control over the body.

Being in a semi-beastified state indicated that the mental disorder was already quite severe.

But now, this male not only seemed fine but also appeared quite relaxed. While Zhao An was amazed, he suddenly felt like he had seen this person somewhere before…

Author’s Note:

Lin Su: Money is coming!