Chapter 461 - 204: Discovering Taro, Simulating Skill Bead Runes

"Do you see these patterns on top? These are runes. I crafted a Spirit Defense Talisman Stone myself, following the techniques broadcast by the military."

Song Wen was stunned, her face full of shock: "Spirit Defense Talisman Stone? Brother Liang, you mastered the talisman stone crafting techniques so quickly?"

Liang Yuan smiled, "Hmm, not that quickly. I had previously obtained a Turtle Shell Rune with a Spirit Defense Rune engraved on it, and I’ve been imitating it ever since."

"Once this rune stone is activated, it will create a turtle shell-shaped Spirit Power Defense Shield, about three meters in size, which can effectively block spiritual attacks."

"Not only that, but it also has some physical defense capabilities."

"From now on, carry it with you to protect against attacks from spiritual masters."

Joy filled Song Wen’s heart as she gripped the talisman stone tightly, emotionally saying, "Thank you."

Liang Yuan smiled and said, "Don’t let anyone else know. I’ve only made a few for now, and I’ll prioritize them for you guys first."

"Once I find more Superpower Stones, I’ll figure out how to make more talisman stones. Eventually, everyone will have a means to guard against spiritual attacks."

Song Wen felt even sweeter inside upon hearing this.

It turned out she was among the first to receive a talisman stone crafted by Brother Liang.

This meant she was quite important to him.

She joyfully nodded, "Yes, I’ll definitely keep it safe and won’t use it unless it’s crucial."

Liang Yuan laughed and said, "I checked out your room. It lacks quite a bit of furniture, right? Let me know if you need anything."

Song Wen hesitated for a moment and asked, "Brother Liang, my house was emptied before, are my things with you?"

Liang Yuan nodded, "Yes, I have everything."

"Well... can I have them back?" she asked, showing a hint of pleading.

Liang Yuan chuckled, "But I already used them on my side."

"Huh?"

Song Wen looked a bit disappointed.

At that moment, Liang Yuan suddenly leaned in and whispered in her ear, "I set up a room next to Sister Yang Mei’s place, furnished and arranged just like your bedroom."

"That room is also reserved for you."

In an instant, Song Wen shivered all over, her face flushed red.

"Reserved... for me?"

Her mind couldn’t help but wander. What did Brother Liang mean by this?

Would Sister Yang Mei agree?

Her pretty face turned even redder, her thoughts in chaos.

Liang Yuan had already quietly taken her smooth, slender fingers in his hand, and she hadn’t even noticed.

As she was lost in her thoughts, Liang Yuan was about to continue.

When suddenly, a joyful shout came from the terrace field.

"Xiaosong! Xiaosong, come quick, come see this!"

It was Granny Li’s voice!

Song Wen snapped back to reality and hurriedly withdrew her hand, stepping back in a rush, "Um... Granny Li is calling me, I’ll go check it out."

She quickly ran into the field, and perhaps out of nervousness, she even stumbled a bit.

Liang Yuan laughed helplessly, wondering if this shy young girl was the same way in her online live streams?

He touched his nose, still sensing the lingering fragrance of Song Wen, surprising him.

There weren’t any cosmetics or perfumes around these days, and yet Song Wen’s body had a scent?

The fragrance was sweet, more like the aroma of flowers rather than perfume.

Liang Yuan curiously pondered if Song Wen’s Plant Control Superpower might also cause her to emit the fragrance of plants and flowers.

"Brother Liang, Brother Liang! Come quickly and see what we’ve found!"

Still lost in his thoughts, Liang Yuan heard the excitement in Song Wen’s voice and hurried over.

Liang Yuan asked, smiling, "What have you found to be so excited about?"

"Look, it’s taro, taro!"

Song Wen exclaimed in excitement. Liang Yuan approached and saw a large-leaved, thick-stemmed plant among the grass.

The leaves were large, resembling lotus leaves, growing strong in the water, with immense life force.

Having grown up in the countryside, Liang Yuan instantly recognized the plant.

"It really is taro!"

Liang Yuan couldn’t help but smile, knowing taro is a root vegetable rich in starch, vitamins, dietary fiber, and more, with a delicate and fragrant taste.

It can be eaten fresh or processed into various foods like flour, drinks, chips, and crisps.

The key feature of taro is that it requires minimal sunlight and thrives in damp environments.

With the ongoing downpour and gloomy days, access to sunlight is a major concern for cultivating crops.

Liang Yuan’s sunflowers were a mutated species with low sunlight needs.

However, his stock of sweet potato and pumpkin seeds required plenty of sunlight to thrive.

Even if he provided the seeds, it would be challenging for the community to grow them successfully in this continual rainy weather.

Instead, the taro discovered in the mountains was perfectly adapted to the era of mutated evolution brought on by the great flood, making it an ideal crop for survival!

Delighted, Liang Yuan said, "Quick, have everyone stop and be careful not to damage this taro patch."

Granny Li excitedly replied, "Xiaoliang, I’ve already instructed them to be cautious. If we cultivate this taro well, it could save everyone’s lives."

"Granny Li, do you think you can grow more taro from these for a larger plantation?"

Granny Li patted her chest confidently, "I wouldn’t have dared to say this before, but with Xiaosong here, I can definitely take on this task."