My Super Farming System

C25 - The Rice Cook Had to Use a Bowl

Ma Yabei and Xueman had been waiting for what felt like an eternity.

Life in the mountain village was, to put it mildly, dull.

No electricity, no internet.

All they had was the natural world, minus the hustle and bustle that came with the program team's presence.

Now, it was just the two of them.

This only served to deepen the bond between Ma Yabei and Xueman.

Ma Yabei had even come to learn much about Zhao Yuegu's history.

But after two days without Zhao Yuegu's return, worry began to set in.

Ma Yabei felt it most acutely.

To her, the mountains seemed fraught with danger.

Thankfully, just as the sun began to dip below the horizon, Zhao Yuegu made it back.

"Brother!"

Xueman sprinted forward, latching onto Zhao Yuegu's neck with glee.

She had always sought Zhao Yuegu's embrace since she was little, and growing older hadn't changed that one bit.

Ma Yabei, on the other hand, couldn't indulge in such displays.

After all, Xueman was already Zhao Yuegu's living accessory.

"It's a relief you're safe."

Joy radiated from Ma Yabei.

Zhao Yuegu, feeling a warm glow in his heart, hefted his heavy bags and announced,

"Look what gifts I've brought for you both."

"What are they?" Xueman asked, her face alight with curiosity.

"Let's head home, and you'll see," he replied.

"We're going home."

Xueman could hardly contain her excitement.

Zhao Yuegu, leading the two ladies—one tall, one small—exchanged brief greetings with the villagers before they all made their way back to the courtyard.

With the program team gone, the courtyard had become a haven of tranquility.

"How did the courtyard get so clean? There's not a weed in sight!"

Xueman bubbled with excitement. "Sister Yabei and I did it. Pretty impressive, huh?"

"Xueman, you're the best," Zhao Yuegu praised, affectionately tweaking her nose, then turned to Ma Yabei with concern. "How's your leg?"

Ma Yabei's first impulse was to nod, but ultimately, she shook her head.

"It's not healed. I'm afraid I'll need to recuperate here a bit longer."

"Of course, you can."

With the daily sight of beautiful women, Zhao Yuegu was hardly going to object.

Besides, Ma Yabei's company was good for Xueman.

Neither of them had any reservations about it.

This time, Zhao Yuegu had brought back not only household items but also a bounty of clothes for Xueman.

Yet, no sooner had Xueman tried them on than she began to pout.

"Bro, you went overboard with the size. This could double as a dress."

"Huh?"

Zhao Yuegu glanced over, a touch of embarrassment on his face.

"That wasn't meant for you."