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Even Jirachi couldn't help but swallow hard, flying over to Fang Gu's side with a pleading expression.
It's as if it's saying, "Please, please."
In the end, Fang Gu agreed to let Jirachi eat the persimmon fruit produced in the orchard first, on the condition that Jirachi help him pick the fruit.
Mianmian Puff watched as Fang Gu and Jirachi reached an agreement and couldn't help but shake her head.
Jirachi is still too young and naive.
Jirachi, who had lived for countless years: "???"
"Shut up!"
Fang Gu blew a whistle, and all the big milk tanks stopped upon hearing it, lined up, and returned to the elf house.
If you want to milk a large milk tank, it's best to choose a closed space so that the milk can be squeezed out smoothly.
When Fang Gu followed at the back of Milkcan's line and entered the Elf House, Milkcan's Bellbell was already impatiently waiting.
Lying on its side on the ground piled with hay, it wiggled its hooves, signaling Fang Gu to hurry up, as it hadn't finished its rolling training for the day yet.
Fang Gu's lips twitched; he felt like he was playing some incredible role.
Ignoring Lingling's urging, Fang Gu took out all the milking tools and prepared them one by one.
Then she slowly began to milk the large milk jug. With rhythmic and gentle squeezing, the milk jug in front of her was soon full.
One of these milk tanks holds about seven to eight liters of milk, enough to package about sixteen bottles of MooMoo Fresh Milk. Each bottle costs around six hundred Alliance Coins. Because the large milk tanks in Fanggu especially like to roll around, MooMoo Fresh Milk is of higher quality and more expensive.
Fang Gu seemed to see countless coins beckoning to him.
"Kira!" [Can I try some, Kira-Chi?]
Jirachi looked at the milky white milk in front of him and asked Fang Gu like an innocent child.
Before Fang Gu could answer, the big milk jar Lingling had already answered for him.
"Moo!"
The big milk jug, bell-ring, stretched out its hooves as if to say, "Please."
Miltanks are never stingy with the milk they produce. Even if it's not from the same species, as long as it's a young Pokémon, Miltanks are easily overcome by maternal instincts and will enthusiastically invite it to drink some Moo Moo milk.
Fang Gu took out a disposable paper cup from his backpack, scooped up a full cup of Moo Moo Fresh Milk and handed it to Jirachi, then took another cup and held it to the lips of the soft cream puff on his shoulder.
The cream puff let out a soft cry, as if saying "I'm starting to eat," and then, like a puppy drinking water, it quickly stuck out its tongue, bent it into a small spoon, and put it into its mouth.
Jirachi, on the other hand, was much more unrestrained. He used all his might to lift up a large cup of Moo Moo Milk and gulped it down.
"Kira!" [So delicious! Kira is so satisfied!]
Jirachi tossed the empty cup aside, completely disregarding its Mythical Pokémon image, patted its round belly, and let out a burp.
"Kira!" [This is so delicious!]
"Kira!" [I absolutely love Stardew Valley Ranch! Not only are the Pokémon here so sweet-talking, but there's also so much delicious food. I wish I could stay here forever!]
"You can stay as long as you want, it's no problem."
With a doting smile on his face, Fang Gu raised his hand and wiped the milk droplets from Jirachi's mouth.
Chapter 193 A Smile Along the Way!
After milking the cows, Fang Gu took Mianmian Puff and Jirachi to the vicinity of the beehive and took away the sweet treats left by the three bees inside.
Then we went to the bat cave, took out the dried fruit made in the dehydrator, and bottled all the finished jam from the jars.
This batch of jam was made from cherries collected by the beaked bat. It has a sweet and sour taste and is a unique flavor when served with sandwiches.
Since it was the first attempt at making jam, only about thirty jars were produced. These jars could sell for about 150 Alliance Coins each at the farmers' market.
However, Fang Gu does not plan to sell the first batch of jam. He wants to keep most of the jam for himself, since more than half of the Pokémon in Stardew Valley Ranch are sweet-toothed.
As for the remaining portion, Fang Gu planned to give it away to his familiar neighbors in Guyue Bird Town, such as Peter and his wife from the general store, Steve from the blacksmith shop, and Rod and his daughter from the carpenter shop...
Fang Gu will decide whether to expand production after assessing the popularity of cherry jam in the world and hearing feedback from his neighbors.
However, if it is ultimately decided to expand production, relying solely on cherries collected by the giant beak bats for brewing would probably be too unrealistic.
Therefore, Fang Gu will likely need to establish another grove for planting fruit trees in Stardew Valley Ranch.
However, most fruit trees have extremely high requirements for their growing environment and temperature. Some fruit trees only bear fruit in specific seasons, which is completely different from high-yield trees.
If you want fruit trees to bear fruit every season, you will definitely need a greenhouse that can maintain the temperature.
Fang Gu thought of the wine cellar that was still under construction next to the cabin.
"This isn't the kind of rancher life I imagined." Fang Gu scratched his head. What happened to the idyllic pastoral life he envisioned? It turned out he was constantly building infrastructure on Stardew Valley Ranch!
Fang Gu was helpless. Jirachi and Mianmian Puff seemed to sense Fang Gu's mood and bent down to snuggle into his arms.
Seeing this scene, Fang Gu wore a smile that said he had no regrets even in death. Being able to raise so many Pokémon was worth it!
Fang Gu carried all the collected items back to the cabin, large and small bags in total.
After removing the ingredients needed for the dessert competition from the cream puffs, Fang Gu looked at the remaining Moo Moo fresh milk and cherry jam in front of him and clapped his hands lightly.
The six long-winged gulls that were originally fighting over fries on the roof of the small wooden house will transform into fighter jets and fly to Fang Gu's front.
"Ah Da is the first one here." Fang Gu tossed out a crispy French fry.
This is a small reward that Fang Gu and the six long-winged gulls agreed upon. As long as they hear the clapping sound to gather, the first long-winged gull to arrive will receive a French fry.
This time, Ah Da has secured first place thanks to his tall stature.
"Ouou!"
The remaining long-winged gulls, seeing Ah Da enjoying his meal alone with relish, immediately started chattering noisily.
It wasn't until Fang Gu coughed lightly twice that the long-winged gulls calmed down.
"Today is your first time going out to work, don't forget what we trained you on before."
Fang Gu hung sturdy cloth bags on each of the long-winged gulls, and then put Moo Moo milk and cherry jam into the bags.
These Moo Moo milks were ordered by residents of nearby towns. Originally, Fang Gu had given the postman some money to run errands for him, but the postman was sick today, so Fang Gu had to let the long-winged gulls take over.
After so much training, the long-winged gulls have surely learned how to get along with their customers.
"Finally, let's recite our slogan before we set off," Fang Gu commanded.
Then the cries of long-winged gulls came together.
"Guo!" [First, be diligent in your work!]
"Ooh ooh!" [Second, absolutely no running away!]
"Ooh ooh ooh!" [Part Three, smiles all the way!]
After listening to the long-winged gulls' resounding declaration, Fang Gu couldn't help but applaud them. He then said, "However, the most important thing is to ensure your own safety."
"Compared to these things, you are the most precious."
After saying this, the long-winged gulls looked at Fang Gu with gratitude, and then one by one flew into the air.
Let's go for tomorrow's fries!
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Above the dense forest, the long-winged gull, A-Da, flapped its wings, flying towards the location of its last delivery of Moo Moo fresh milk.
That's the town of Old Moonbird, not far from Stardew Valley Ranch.
Once this order is delivered, I can go back and enjoy some delicious fries.
Thinking of this, the long-winged gull A-Da couldn't help but feel elated. He had completed his previous tasks perfectly, earning him praise from many customers.
Some customers even wrote down their positive reviews of Ah Da with pen and paper. Fang Gu must be very happy to see these "positive reviews".
Filled with longing for French fries and the joy of seeing Fang Gu, the long-winged gull A-Da flapped its wings, drawing a graceful arc in the air, and flew towards Guyue Bird Town.
"Dong dong dong."
There were three knocks at the door. Mrs. Martha, who was washing fruit, quickly turned off the tap, wiped her hands on her apron, and called out, "Who is it?"
But there was no response for a long time, which made Mrs. Martha suspicious.
Could it be some naughty child deliberately knocking on her door?
Mrs. Martha pushed open the door, wanting to see whose child was being so naughty.
But the next moment, Mrs. Martha had an "I see" look on her face.
A long-winged gull landed on Mrs. Martha's mailbox and preened its feathers with its beak.
"Is it a long-winged gull from Stardew Valley Ranch?"
Mrs. Martha looked at the little "postman" in front of her and asked a question.
The long-winged gull nodded, then opened the cloth bag it carried with it, inside which were the Moo Moo fresh milk that Mrs. Martha had ordered, and a jar of cherry jam.
This jar of cherry jam is a gift to thank you for your continued subscription to MooMoo Milk from Stardew Valley Farm. Please continue to support Stardew Valley Farm.
The signature is a small portrait composed of three chibi-style figures: Fang Gu, Fang Xing, and Fang Xiaolu.
Mrs. Martha looked at the cherry jam with a joyful expression. With this jar of jam, she might be able to make some nice sandwiches.
Mrs. Martha walked up to the long-winged gull, gently patted its head, and said with a kind smile, "Please wait a moment."
The long-winged gull, which originally intended to fly away, grumbled inwardly upon seeing Mrs. Martha's smile.
I don't want to wait for you.
However, Fang Gu said he wanted to serve every guest well!
After Mrs. Martha came out, she was holding a bag of freshly baked cookies. "This is my return gift."
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