I'm a Druid at a farmhouse.

Chapter 69 Brave Xixi Never Gives Up

Su Yunxi scattered the last handful of vegetable leaves into the chicken coop, patted the crumbs off her hands, her movements still a little clumsy.

She turned around and saw Song You standing not far away, watching the flock of chickens pecking at their food without moving.

His expression was very focused, a focus that didn't seem like he was looking at a group of ordinary poultry, but rather like he was examining something important.

"Boss?" Su Yunxi called out tentatively.

Song You snapped out of his daze, shifting his gaze from the chickens to her face.

"Finished?"

"Um."

"Come on, follow me." Song You didn't say much, turned around and walked towards the stone table in the courtyard. "I'll give you your first lesson before you start your job."

Su Yunxi immediately followed.

"Our agritainment business currently has three main services," Song You said, holding up three fingers. "Fishing, eating, and picking vegetables. The process is simple, but the details are very important."

He pointed in the direction of the reservoir: "If a customer wants to fish, first ask whether it's a day trip or by weight. A day trip is 666 yuan, and how much they catch is up to them. By weight, it's 21 yuan per jin, and we buy back what they catch for 15 yuan per jin."

"The price difference is our reward for our hard work."

Su Yunxi listened attentively, then pulled out a small notebook and a pen from the baggy pocket of her work pants and began to jot down notes.

Song You was somewhat surprised by her action.

This junior student is definitely not just here for fun.

"For diners, the menu is hanging on the wall with clearly marked prices. If you catch your own fish and want it cooked, it's charged per person: 100 for adults and half price for children."

"Thirty-one people are allowed to pick vegetables. They can enter the vegetable field and pick as much as they want, but they cannot take more than five catties (2.5 kg) with them. Any excess will be charged at three times the market price."

Song You recited the points one by one, and Su Yunxi wrote them down in her notebook.

"There's also accommodation. A double room costs 180 yuan, and a standard double room costs 260 yuan. The prices aren't high, but hygiene must be guaranteed. After guests check out, the sheets and blankets must be changed, and the room must be thoroughly cleaned."

Su Yunxi looked up and asked, "Do we have any other rooms here?"

"Besides the courtyard where we're staying, there's a guest building in the back with twenty rooms," Song You explained. "We don't usually have many guests, so it's enough."

After explaining the reception procedures, he led Su Yunxi on a walk around the courtyard.

"These tables and chairs are wiped down and arranged neatly every morning. Fallen leaves and debris on the floor are cleaned up promptly."

"The dishes and utensils in the kitchen must be washed immediately after use, and the sterilizer must be turned on once a day."

"The chicken coop will be cleaned once a day, and I'll be in charge of the wild boar pen."

Song You explained things in great detail, and Su Yunxi listened very attentively, occasionally adding a few notes in her notebook.

"Have you written everything down?"

"Understood, boss." Su Yunxi closed the notebook, her expression serious.

"Just memorizing isn't enough; you also need to know how to do it." Song You looked at her clean hands. "Come on, let me show you around your territory."

The two walked towards the reservoir, one after the other.

The mountain path was somewhat rugged, and Su Yunxi, wearing overalls, stumbled along.

"Our agritainment business's signature feature is this reservoir," Song You said, pointing to the shimmering water. "The fish here are different from those elsewhere."

"Why is it different?"

"Extremely energetic and exceptionally intelligent," Song You casually made up. "Tell the customers that to catch big fish, you need patience and skill. Regular bait won't work on big fish."

Su-Yunxi nodded as if she understood, and wrote down the words "the fish is very smart" in her notebook.

As they reached a downhill section, the road was covered with gravel. Su Yunxi slipped and lost her balance, letting out a cry of surprise.

Just when she thought she was about to fall, a hand reached out from the side and firmly grabbed her arm.

Song You was very strong and easily pulled her back.

"Be careful." His voice was right next to my ear, carrying a warm breath.

Su Yunxi steadied herself, her heart still pounding a little erratically, the warmth of his hand still lingering on her arm.

"The road here isn't finished yet, so watch your step when you patrol the mountains in the future." Song Yousong let go and naturally kicked a few loose stones to the side of the road with his foot.

"Thank you, boss." Su Yunxi's voice was a little lower.

"Why are you being so polite with me?" Song You didn't turn around and continued walking forward. "You're mine now. If I throw you down, who will do my work?"

There was nothing wrong with what she said, but Su Yunxi's cheeks still flushed uncontrollably.

They walked around the reservoir, and then Song You took her to the back mountain.

"I just took over this orchard, and many of the trees were diseased before." He pointed to the peach and plum trees that looked somewhat wilted. "I just cured them recently. When you come to inspect it, please check for any new pests or lesions, and let me know if you find any."

Su-Yunxi looked at the curled leaves, trying hard to identify the disease spots on them, feeling utterly overwhelmed.

"Boss, I...I don't really understand these things."

"If you don't understand, learn it." Song You's answer was simple and direct. "I'll make a copy of the notes someone gave me. Set aside half an hour each day to look at them, and ask me if you don't understand anything."

"..." Su Yunxi felt like she had dug a hole for herself.

This isn't an internship; this is clearly a learning experience.

It was almost 8:30 when I came back from the back mountain.

Song You checked the time and said to Su Yunxi, "Alright, that's enough for the morning's theory class. Let's start the practical exercise right away."

He pointed to the scattered tables, chairs, and parasols in the yard.

"Your first task is to clean the yard thoroughly, wipe all the tables and chairs, and set up five tables according to the standard of four people per table."

Su Yunxi looked at the heavy solid wood tables and chairs, then at her slender arms, opened her mouth, but swallowed her words back.

"Okay, boss."

She put down her notebook, grabbed a broom, and began sweeping from one corner of the yard.

Her movements were clumsy; she swept for a long time, but the fallen leaves were still spinning in the same spot.

After finally cleaning the floor, she started struggling with the table.

She strained with all her might, but could only drag a solid wood square table a few centimeters, the table legs scraping against the bluestone slab with a harsh sound.

Song You stood at the kitchen door for a while, then turned and went inside without saying a word.

Su Yunxi struggled against the table all day, sweating profusely and her face turning red.

She refused to believe in such superstitions.

She went around to the other side of the table, braced her shoulders against the edge, arched her back, and pushed off the ground with her legs.

She finally managed to push the table forward a big step.

Before she could even feel happy, a hand reached out and lightly pressed down on the table.

"Alright, stop showing off."

Song You appeared out of nowhere, lifted the table with one hand, and easily placed it in the designated spot.

He set up the remaining four tables in one go, without even breaking a sweat.

Su Yunxi stood aside, watching his smooth movements, and felt as if she had been subjected to a dimensional reduction attack.

"I'll take care of the table, you can wipe it." Song You tossed her a damp rag. "Also, open all the parasols."

"Oh." Su Yunxi silently took the rag and began wiping the table.

Song You found it somewhat amusing to look at her dejected expression.

This junior looks delicate, but she has a strong, competitive spirit deep down.

It's good and durable.

After giving these instructions, he saw that Su Yunxi was completely absorbed in her work, so he turned and walked towards the chicken coop in the corner of the yard.

It's time to get down to business.

He walked into the chicken coop and closed the gate behind him.

The large chicks, upon seeing him enter, immediately clucked and swarmed around him, circling at his feet, showing no fear whatsoever.

Song You squatted down and took out a small handful of grains from his pocket.

These grains, soaked in bayberry juice imbued with the subtle power of nature, held a fatal attraction for these small creatures.

The chickens immediately stirred, stretching their necks and vying to peck at the grains in his palm.

"Don't worry, everyone gets a share."

Song You's voice was low, with a peculiar rhythm.

Instead of immediately scattering the grains, he closed his eyes.

[Nature's Whispers], activate!