The eagerness in Luo Mu's words was subtly felt even by Ye Ci on the other end of the phone.
It seems he's started to feel the pinch of being short on money.
Ye Ci revealed a meaningful smile and slowly said, "You don't need to be too anxious. Orange Academy is currently on holiday and won't reopen until spring, a month from now."
"This period is perfect for you to complete the initial construction work there, bringing you closer to your dream."
"As for the tera orb, I remember that the Lighthouse Research Institute, established by the two doctors in South Area One, is very close to Pingdie Town. I'll handle the costs and the commission, but it would be more reassuring for you to personally deliver such a precious item to them, wouldn't it?"
【Host, why do I feel like this woman has other intentions?】
Luo Mu's smile froze for a moment, and he unskillfully responded in his mind, "Do you take me for a fool? I've seen more tricks than the hosts you've contracted. I can roughly guess the Chairman's objective... But one thing at a time, I'm willing to jump into this pit!"
"Do you understand the value of a stable teaching job with only two classes a week and a good salary?"
"This is the ultimate dream for us 996 corporate slaves, besides lying flat at home!"
Although Luo Mu had never been to Orange Academy and didn't know how much a teacher's salary was, it could at least help him cover his future utility bills.
And he could get the tera orb crafted for free; how could he possibly give up such a benefit!?
【But I'm 007...】
Luo Mu: "..."
For a moment, he didn't know how to continue the conversation.
While chatting idly with the system in his mind, Luo Mu didn't forget the main business.
He confirmed the specific start date, salary, and other minor details with Ye Ci in a reliable, adult manner. Luo Mu waited contentedly for Ye Ci to hang up the phone, and the next moment he almost cheered aloud.
Yes!
Not only were the utility bill issues resolved, but there was even some extra!
Ye Ci promised that even during his probation, Luo Mu would receive a monthly salary of 50,000.
With little work, he was satisfied.
Although it might seem inconsistent with his status as a Champion-level Trainer, the more a task or job required that status, the more troublesome it tended to be.
Perhaps due to the liberation of productivity, the prices of most goods across various Leagues were very uniform.
Pokemon-related items were a bit more expensive, like the Poké Balls, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls categorized in the game before his Crossing, which required an extra zero in the world Luo Mu was in.
They were a bit more expensive, but not to the extent that ordinary people couldn't afford them.
Land prices in Pingdie Town were not as outrageous due to its small size. The plot of land Luo Mu bought, bordering wild mountains, rivers, and forests, only cost him two million of his savings.
However, if it were in big cities like Lumiose City or Luminose City, the price would be hard to say.
Luo Mu weighed the raw tera ore in his hand, contemplating the future layout and specific business of the farm, and asked, "By the way, do you have any system space, storage space, or similar functions?"
This raw ore was too valuable to carry around for fear of losing it, or to leave at home for fear of theft, before he arranged things here and went to the research institute in South Area One.
【I'm sorry. I don't have these functions.】
For some reason, Luo Mu could almost see a hint of grievance in the font.
Sighing, Luo Mu didn't know how to comfort it. He could only lightly scratch the back of his head and start rummaging through a cardboard box.
"I remember there was still a usable small bag in here."
Luo Mu muttered as he searched through the cardboard box until he saw a small canvas-woven men's shoulder bag, his eyes slightly brightening.
This was probably a shoulder bag made by the old lady for her husband. Luo Mu didn't feel any discomfort using an item belonging to a deceased person; he was a staunch materialist.
Placing the raw tera ore into the small shoulder bag and adjusting the strap to ensure it stayed on his chest, Luo Mu felt a little more at ease.
"Hmm, now I can go buy some daily necessities."
That night.
The dark sky was filled with countless stars, and the bright moonlight softly illuminated the night sky.
A sudden gust of wind swept through the peaceful and serene night sky, and a blurry orange object descended from above. Along with the sound of the wind, a young male voice, slightly troubled, could be heard.
"Slow down, slow down! Your dinner for tonight is in here!"
Luo Mu reluctantly pushed open the dilapidated fence gate of the future farm, with Luxray following beside him, laden with items on its back.
"Bo-woo~"
A slightly Honest Growl echoed. A plump Pokémon, with a delicate, small dragon horn and two dragon-whisker-like antennae on its head, and small, cute wings compared to its body size on its back, rubbed its head sheepishly, looking guilty.
Dragonite also knew it might have been a bit too excited today.
But tonight there was a feast to enjoy, and it hadn't really stretched its wings in a long time, so it just flew a little bit faster.
Luo Mu held his forehead, instantly realizing that Dragonite had completely missed the point, thinking he was complaining about it flying too fast and wildly.
In reality, he was simply afraid that Dragonite might accidentally drop the bottles and jars it was carrying.
Ceruledge would be angry if the most important seasoning for the barbecue was missing.
How did the once so intelligent Dratini change its personality like this after completing its long final evolution?
However, facing Dragonite's Charm-like extended hand for a hug, remembering how it looked when it first hatched from its Pokémon egg, all his words eventually turned into a sigh, and Luo Mu gently embraced it for a moment.
For the sake of Big Fatty being so cute, he would forgive it.
"Alright, let's get down to business now." Luo Mu walked over to Luxray and took the large and small bags off its back.
These were the bedding and household items needed for sleeping tonight, while the items on Dragonite were the ingredients and various seasonings for tonight's meal.
Luo Mu smiled and said, "I'll go back and tidy up first. Tomorrow morning, I still need to visit Dr. Olin and Fu Tu at the research institute in South Area One."
"Luxray, you and Dragonite go find Ceruledge behind the house and just give it the things."
"Meow~"
"Bo-woo~"
Dragonite and Luxray responded skillfully, then headed joyfully in the direction of Ceruledge.
They hadn't eaten skewers made by Ceruledge themselves in a long time!
Just imagining it made their mouths water.
Meat skewers, sprinkled with spices and seasonings, steaming hot, with the fat completely rendered out—slurp!