I Love FarmingCh4 - Shepherd Cat

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After Cui QiChao started his duties in the first canteen, he inspected the contents of the refrigerators. He wasn’t satisfied with the quality of the ingredients provided by the suppliers, but he had no other alternatives at present. Luckily, the ingredients were at least still fresh. Fpf5A9

The ingredient procurement process for CU’s canteens was divided into bulk orders and small orders. For example, the canteens tended to order rice, flour, and oil in bulk. For such bulk orders, the suppliers from which the ingredients would be procured needed to be approved by CU to ensure that they had the necessary qualifications. On the other hand, if they only needed to buy ingredients in small quantities, the canteens could purchase those ingredients themselves without the need to go through administrative processes.

“Right, add an item to the procurement list. Buy a batch of seeds,” Cui QiChao said. Some vegetables didn’t leave seeds, so they needed to buy their seeds. He had just planted chili peppers in the canteen area, and he was now aiming to plant in other areas as well.

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When he arrived at the canteen area, he planted a pot of chilli peppers himself. And since he was already familiar with the characteristics of peppers, he also planted peppers outside the canteen. As he gradually expanded his area of conquest, he was bound to enrich the variety of plants.

Little Cao was the one in charge of procuring ingredients. Bewildered, he asked, “Buy seeds? Mr. Cui, why do we need to buy seeds?” u0yHZI

“I’ll have a use for it,” Cui QiChao responded. “Cabbage, spinach, shepherd’s purse, okra, parsley, water spinach, beans… Let’s buy 30 jin of each of these seeds first.”

Cui QiChao had only known the staff for a few days, so Little Cao was still a little afraid of his new boss. He didn’t dare ask any more questions. Thus, he merely nodded and wrote them down.

After exiting the cold storage, Cui QiChao caught sight of a handyman carrying a kitten with black and white fur in his arms. He shot a glance at the cat.

Because he had seen so many dishes whose quality was not as good as his, Cui QiChao looked a little sombre. The handyman thought Cui QiChao was afraid of the potential hygiene issues this cat could cause, so he took the initiative to explain, “Mr. Cui, a female cat gave birth to a litter of kittens in the school’s supermarket. After the kittens were dewormed, one was given to us.”

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Cui QiChao shifted his expression into a more friendly one and said, “Let me get a good look at it. This cat is still young, so it’s not able to work yet. I’ve trained cats before.”

Although the handyman didn’t know how to train cats, he considerately said: “Oh right, it’s only two months old. Do you want to take it back first to raise it?”

“Sure.” Cui QiChao took the kitten and held it in his arms. The kitten was a hybrid. Based on its somewhat long fur, which was currently standing on end, its lineage consisted of at least one long-haired cat breed. It had a round face and long whiskers on its cheeks, and its eyes were very spirited. And maybe it was just Cui QiChao’s imagination, but the kitten’s eyes seemed to be filled with human intelligence, as it stared at him. It was as though the cat was observing him.

Cui QiChao had raised a shepherd cat in the past. It was very smart and friendly toward human beings. It was also able to keep watch at home and help its owner manage the other small animals. The shepherd cat carried the genetic characteristics of shepherd dogs. 3Ll0NP

He vaguely remembered that this technology was developed in the 21st and 22nd centuries. This kitten was larger in size compared to other cats of the same age and liked to observe human beings very much. It should also be a shepherd cat. With a little training, it could become a good companion for human beings.

When Cui QiChao headed back to the house he had rented near the school, he had a kitten in his arms, which he casually named XiaoBai. After taking it home, he cut some chicken breast, boiled it in plain water, tore the meat, and gave it to the cat to eat.

“XiaoBai, sit down,” called out Cui QiChao as he held the food up high and gestured at the kitten.

XiaoBai looked up at him, not moving in place. bOpc67

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Cui QiChao reached out and pressed on XiaoBai’s back. But XiaoBai was still as motionless as a mountain.

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“…” An imperceptible panic flashed in XiaoBai’s eyes. 23eyZx

“One more time.” Cui QiChao once again lifted the food into the air and commanded, “Sit down.”

XiaoBai slowly bent its back… and sat down with a sad expression.

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Satisfied, Cui QiChao began feeding it food, but the kitten wasn’t willing to eat. Cui QiChao thought it was just being picky with food.

Although it was somewhat slow, at least the cat finally got it. Besides, it might be because it was still too young. Cui QiChao touched XiaoBai’s neck and praised it as a reward, saying, “Good kitty.” zGatk5

After fortifying the sitting command several times in the kitten’s mind, Cui QiChao let it freely eat and drink. Since it was a shepherd cat, there wasn’t a need for a litter box. He could just take it to the toilet after it ate.

In order to make a toy for XiaoBai, Cui QiChao took a towel and twisted it into a rabbit and gave it to XiaoBai. Afterwards, he began to work on familiarizing himself with the agronomy of this era.

As a matter of fact, Cui QiChao had never studied agronomy before. Ever since his bloodline had awakened, he always relied on his instincts to plant certain crops at home.

It wasn’t until he arrived at the virtual plane that he began to come into contact with more specialized knowledge. This included the vocabulary used by the canteen staff when growing peppers, all of which were something he had only learned after coming here. After all, he had to communicate with the staff and properly express his requirements as well. Uaz2EZ

Then Cui QiChao looked down and saw that XiaoBai had bitten him. However, the kitten possessed little strength, so its teeth didn’t even leave any bite marks. Cui QiChao flipped XiaoBai over and severely criticized him.

XiaoBai turned around, fled from Cui QiChao, and tried to climb up the bed sheets and onto his bed.

Cui QiChao brought XiaoBai back onto the floor again. “No, pets can’t sleep on their master’s bed. You can only sleep in the shoe box.”

XiaoBai stomped its hind legs. Then as if throwing a tantrum, the cat forcefully drilled into the towel, its tail standing straight up. A CJTF

Cui QiChao laughed and rubbed the cat twice.

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Meng Chang was astonished after having that delicious meal in the first canteen that day. Although everyone took his words in the class group as complete lies, when he checked the university’s official website, he was surprised to find that the latest bidding results for each of the school canteens had been released and that the contractor for one of the canteens had changed. The old contractor had been replaced by the company “Divine Farmer Catering Management Co., Ltd.”

Was this the reason why he could eat delicious food in the canteen? Had the school finally found its conscience?? dIEHcK

Meng Chang took this as evidence. He sent a screenshot to the class group chat and publicized it to the students who were still in school. Then at dinner, he grabbed two classmates who were dubious about the news, and together, they went to the first canteen.

“Orange and scrambled eggs, beef with cherry tomatoes, or vermicelli with spicy strips?” asked the canteen chef, looking at them indifferently. “We don’t serve many dishes during the holidays, and the more edible ones have already been cleared out.”

The three were speechless.

The other two wanted to beat Meng Chang. What had changed? Didn’t this staff’s temper perfectly match the first canteen in their memories? The staff hadn’t changed at all, and the cold chef they were familiar with was still here. Where was the handsome guy he was talking about? c46ojG

“I heard that the fried meat with green peppers in the fourth canteen tonight is still edible. It’s all your fault. I’m sure it’s all gone by now!”

“To think you would actually prank us like this. You’re too inhumane!”

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As he was criticized, Meng Chang started doubting life. Did he just dream about that delicious meal? Had he been so hungry when he was forced to eat a meal in the first canteen that he had hallucinated its deliciousness?

But the taste in his memories was clearly spicy and delicious and with a rich aftertaste… zUefNr

Afterward, Meng Chang was abandoned by his angry classmates and finished his meal alone. When he left, he spotted someone from the first canteen watering a field of overturned soil. Out of curiosity, he asked, “What type of plant is that?”

“Peppers.”

Meng Chang recalled the pot of pepper he had seen in the handsome man’s hand and couldn’t help but ask, “Why plant peppers? When I was here yesterday, I also saw a big brother holding a pot of potted pepper. He was very handsome.”

With a smile, the canteen staff said, “You must be referring to Boss Cui. He was the one who planted these peppers. He said that we should increase revenue and reduce expenditure and that sometime in the future, we can use the harvest for the students’ meals.” tWHn9u

So it really wasn’t just a dream!

Hope suddenly blossomed in Meng Chang’s heart. Was Boss Cui the canteen’s new boss? He was such a good cook. He should be dissatisfied with the dishes in the canteen, right?

Then his eyes turned to the canteen’s suggestion box, which was practically fully covered in dust. When he thought about how approachable Cui QiChao was and how he took the time to cook him a meal, he decided to try writing a feedback letter.

Cui QiChao later opened the suggestion box in the first canteen and found one lonely feedback letter in it. FdXv4N

Ever since he won the bid, Cui QiChao hadn’t made much of an effort in managing the canteen’s operations. He focused most of his time on studying agricultural books and coming up with farming plans for the other areas. He didn’t pay attention to aspects like the taste of the dishes served by the canteen. At most, he had only glanced at them every once in a while.

However, school was about to reopen. Under President Cui’s reminder, Cui QiChao thought that gaining the masses’ foundational support was more important, so he opened the suggestion box.

Before this, because the first canteen refused to change their ways, students used to lodge strong complaints against them. But now, they’d already lost all hope. The first canteen would usually be willing to apply changes in other aspects, but even if someone were to beat the first canteen to death, it wouldn’t change its dishes.

Cui QiChao took out the letter. As he read it, he was surprised to see that the student had written about how dissatisfied he was with the first canteen’s dishes. He could practically see the student sobbing tears of blood as he wrote it too. hb59da

Generally speaking, back when he had used the canteen’s food to heat up a meal for the student, he had eaten two mouthfuls of it. The taste was so-so, but it wasn’t to the extent of how the student critiqued it to be—”an exotic mix of ingredients.”

“The canteen’s monthly income is passable. Why is the student’s opinion so radical?” Another impulse overtook Cui QiChao’s mind. After all, the Yan Emperor had passed on grain for the sake of his people. Now that he was aware of the poor students’ suffering, Cui QiChao suddenly felt pity for them.

Cui QiChao used the phone in his office to call the kitchen. Then he said, “Pack up some of today’s dishes. I’ll be using them to cook dinner once I get back home.”

He wanted to see whether there was a way to improve their taste. BXsiV8

As soon as the chef in the kitchen in the back agreed, he quickly took an insulated food jar and filled it with some food for Cui QiChao. It was hard to avoid adding dishes such as the stewed beef with dragon fruit, stir-fried oreo, and the like.

And so, Cui QiChao went back to his apartment with the insulated food jar. As soon as XiaoBai saw him, it perfunctorily stepped forward and stood up, ready to leap on his legs. Cui QiChao pushed it away. “No, you can’t jump up on someone’s legs.”

Story translated by Chrysanthemum Garden.

The shepherd cat was too passionate. Although it only intended to express goodwill, it absolutely shouldn’t leap onto his legs.

After being pushed away, XiaoBai indignantly fell onto the carpet. JsMozC

“I came back with some food.” Cui QiChao sat on the ground and opened the insulated food jar. When he saw XiaoBai come over, he said, “Cats can’t eat this…”

But before he was done speaking, Xiao Bai quickly turned his head after merely smelling the insulated food jar and walked away.

Cui QiChao: “…”


The author has something to say: dj8Tq7

The author’s note may contain a spoiler. Proceed if you want to be spoiled lol XD

Let me solemnly explain: XiaoBai is the only gong and not the kind of gong that has split/multiple personalities or souls. Letting me write about love in every world is impossible… I can’t do it…

Translator's Note

In case you’re wondering what XiaoBai looks like, refer to the cover of the novel.

Translator's Note

XiaoBai means little white.

Translator's Note

Passed on grain: this refers to one of the legends regarding the divine farmer. The divine farmer found the seeds of five grains, and taught the method of cultivating the five grains to his people.

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31 comments

  1. Hands up to those people who guess that the cat was the gong without reading the authors spoiler keke

    Thanks for the chapter btw 💕💕

  2. 🐱: “Humans can’t eat it either.” Stir-fried Oreo?!!

    What is this… Fair food?Thank you

  3. Looks like XiaoBai is also an actor doing his script? Since he is in animal form it seems to be advanced level of reality show?

  4. I knew it the cat was the gong he is to human like to be just to be a regular cat!! Looking forward to seeing more of their interactions!

  5. I’m doubting Mc’s intelligence or the advanced world’s practices–you can’t train a cat like a dog!! Dogs were bred to follow human commands, but not cats! As a cat person, I’m unhappy about this kind of treatment…

    • Aha. Same. My cousin’s cat recently came with her and man it’s so cute and mighty. It treats my home like it’s her not mine and literally a queen or king. Such a cute baby cat. They shouldn’t be treated badly

  6. Even if it’s a fake cat, isn’t the treatment a bit much in the name of “training”? It just looks like the MC is just being a cat sitter out of obligation. Saying he loves cats on the resume but would love for them to be 10 miles away from him.