Chapter 62

Since Da Huang had taken the Spirit-Opening Pill, his intelligence was very high. This time, such an incident happening was also a surprise to Ye Yuan.

"Want to eat it?"

Ye Yuan pointed to the "Black Stone" in his hand and asked Da Huang.

Da Huang stared at the "Black Stone," his eyes revealing a kind of longing, yet also a bit of confusion, as if he was thinking about something. In the end, he actually shook his head.

"Hmm?"

Ye Yuan didn't expect Da Huang to shake his head. If he didn't want to eat it, why was he still trying to grab the "Black Stone"? Why was he staring at it with that look?

"Strange," Ye Yuan muttered.

The "Black Stone" was very special. So far, Ye Yuan only knew that it could speed up his cultivation and exchange for system points. He hadn't figured out any other uses yet.

"Is this thing also tempting to animals? Or is it particularly tempting to Da Huang?"

Ye Yuan's thoughts began to wander again.

Just as Ye Yuan was lost in thought, his arm hanging naturally, Da Huang suddenly stuck out his tongue and started licking the "Black Stone."

When Ye Yuan came to his senses, his hand holding the "Black Stone" was covered in Da Huang's saliva.

"You said you didn't want to eat it."

As he spoke, he slapped Da Huang's dog head.

"Woof~ Woof"

Da Huang actually shook his head again, his tail frantically circling behind him, as if saying,

"I didn't eat it, just licked it."

This time, Ye Yuan vaguely felt something was off. After all, Da Huang had taken the Spirit-Opening Pill, and now his intelligence was comparable to that of a teenager.

This series of actions indicated that Da Huang really wanted this "Black Stone."

He looked at Da Huang, then at the "Black Stone" in his hand.

"Do you want to lick it again?"

Da Huang made a pitiful expression and nodded his dog head.

After some consideration, Ye Yuan took out the smallest piece of "Black Stone" from his spatial ring and handed it to Da Huang. Da Huang cautiously glanced at Ye Yuan, then looked down at the "Black Stone" right in front of him.

He quickly stuck out his tongue and licked the "Black Stone," then actually showed a satisfied expression.

"Why is Da Huang licking the Black Stone? And showing this expression? Could it be that he can also use the Black Stone for cultivation like me?"

Ye Yuan quickly dismissed this thought.

The reason was that when he usually used the "Black Stone" for cultivation, he could also feel the mysterious energy inside it, but he couldn't absorb this mysterious energy.

Once, Ye Yuan tried to merge this energy with the energy in his body, but it ultimately failed.

When the mysterious energy entered his body, it initially felt like a warm current, making him very comfortable. However, it quickly spread and then disappeared.

Staring intently at Da Huang, Ye Yuan wanted to know if Da Huang could absorb this mysterious energy. As time passed, Ye Yuan clearly perceived that Da Huang also couldn't absorb this energy.

The mysterious energy spread throughout Da Huang's body, and after a few times, Da Huang seemed to be full and stopped licking the "Black Stone." However, he was afraid Ye Yuan would take it away, so he lay down on top of it.

His eyes half-closed, he looked very content.

Ye Yuan casually stroked Da Huang's dog head.

"Hmm? This feeling..."

How did Da Huang's fur feel smoother than before?

Before, when he stroked Da Huang, his fur felt a bit rough. After stroking him a few more times, Ye Yuan was certain that Da Huang's fur had indeed changed.

It felt silky and smooth, with a very good texture.

From then on, Ye Yuan started to call Da Huang when he was cultivating and let him lick the smallest "Black Stone."

After a few times, Da Huang changed significantly. Not only did his fur become smoother, but his body also became more robust, and his strength increased considerably.

Now, Da Huang could easily carry an adult on his back, not just Niu Niu.

Ye Yuan arrived at the dock, but Su Mei hadn't arrived yet. The workers at the dock warmly greeted this boss who was good to them.

The fish farm on Fish Bay Island was gradually becoming more organized. The fish fry were growing well due to the feed, growing three times faster than the same period last year.

These workers were very diligent. After all, they had already received their wages for the past two months, and many were very satisfied.

Some even approached Ye Yuan's father, asking if their children could come back to work here.

After all, the wages Ye Yuan offered were not low.

Additionally, each person received a 1,000 yuan bonus in the first month, making the total wages comparable to those of children working outside. Who would want to work outside when they could earn the same here?

Ye Yuan's father couldn't make the decision for him, so he told Ye Yuan about it.

Ye Yuan was also happy. After all, they were all from the same village. Ye Yuan knew that with the development of his feed and liquor industries, the current number of workers was far from enough.

However, some sales positions and heavy labor positions were not suitable for older people. If those who had gone out to work could return, it would be even better.

They had broadened their horizons and wouldn't need much supervision, especially with Li Hui's oversight, so there wouldn't be any major issues.

...

A yacht slowly approached the dock. This was Su Mei's third visit to Fish Bay Island. The first time was to investigate and collaborate with Ye Yuan.

The second time was because of her daughter, who came in a hurry.

This third visit gave Su Mei a different feeling each time she came to Fish Bay Island.

Now, the island was no longer under construction, and the entire island gave a peaceful and serene feeling. The workers on the shore were busy, orderly doing their work.

Small fishing boats dotted the sea, spreading feed in different areas.

The yacht docked, and little Niu Niu ran to the dock, waving her little hands at Nian Xin on the deck.

Nian Xin, held by her mother, saw Niu Niu and waved her little hands vigorously, calling out in a baby voice, "Niu Niu sister~ Niu Niu sister~"

When Su Mei carried Nian Xin off the yacht, she didn't have time to speak to Ye Yuan. The little girl broke free from her mother's embrace and ran straight to Niu Niu.

The two little girls ran together, holding each other's hands, chattering in a language only they understood.

Then, the two little girls rode Da Huang and ran towards the beach.

Su Mei, seeing the two girls riding Da Huang, shouted from behind,

"Be careful! Don't fall!"

At this moment, Ye Yuan also walked over and said casually, "Don't worry, Sister Su. Da Huang is very smart and won't have any problems."

Seeing that Ye Yuan said so, Su Mei put her heart at ease. The two walked along the beach, with Da Huang leading the two little girls running ahead.

Su Mei kept her eyes on her daughter and said with a sigh,

"It's still more comfortable here. Little Nian Xin hasn't been this happy in a long time."

"Then bring Nian Xin over to play more often. Niu Niu doesn't have many friends on the island, and it's good for the two of them to be together."

"I'd like to, but where do I have the time?"

Su Mei gave Ye Yuan a glance.

"..."

Ye Yuan was speechless.

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