Back in the cabin, Lin Feng's mood was not as calm as it appeared.

He carefully pulled the black smartphone and solar charger from his pocket, his eyes revealing an almost greedy longing, like a traveler who had trekked through the desert for days and finally saw an oasis.

cell phone!

This technological product, which was once ubiquitous in his life and even somewhat annoying to him, is now more precious to him than any gold or jewels.

It is not merely a communication tool (though there is no signal here), but also a miniature knowledge base, a source of entertainment, and a fragile link connecting him to his past civilized world.

And that palm-sized solar charger is of paramount importance!

Without it, a mobile phone is just a cold brick.

With it, as long as there is sunlight, this phone can continuously serve him.

He eagerly unfolded the folding panel of the solar charger, carefully adjusting the angle to allow it to receive as much afternoon sunlight as possible.

A thin charging cable connected the charger and the phone. When he saw the familiar charging icon light up on the phone screen, Lin Feng's lips curled up involuntarily, and he let out a satisfied sigh.

"My darling, my precious darling!" he murmured to himself, his eyes filled with joy.

Instead of immediately opening his phone to investigate further, he first focused his attention back on the catch.

The first priority for survival is always food.

He skillfully gutted the fish by the stream, removing the internal organs and gills, and scraping off most of the scales.

The clear stream water quickly washed away the bloodstains, revealing the fresh color of the fish meat.

The fish here, thanks to the pure water and excellent growing environment, have exceptionally plump and delicious flesh, emitting a faint fragrance.

He picked out a few medium-sized, plump ones, intending to use them as his dinner for today and his food for tomorrow.

The rest will be processed into dried or smoked fish for long-term preservation.

He first used a sharp stone to make several cuts on both sides of the fish to make it easier for the flavor to penetrate.

Then he evenly spread a thin layer of divine salt, and took out some dried "wild spice" powder and several kinds of grass leaves that he had discovered himself, which had a special aroma, from the wooden house, and stuffed them into the fish's belly or rubbed them on the surface of the fish.

After processing, some of the fish are threaded through their gills with thin ropes made of "tough vines" and hung under the eaves of the wooden house in a well-ventilated place, allowing the mountain winds and sunlight to slowly dry them.

For the other part, he planned to slowly smoke it with "black fungus" and the branches of a thick-skinned tree that could produce a special kind of smoke.

Wangcai watched from the side, wagging its tail and making longing "woof woof" sounds, its mouth practically watering.

It knows that when its owner deals with these things, there will always be some scraps or special "extras" that belong to it.

Seeing Wangcai's greedy look, Lin Feng smiled and sliced ​​off a piece of the tenderest belly meat from a large fish that had just been prepared, and tossed it over to him.

Wangcai leaped happily, caught it precisely with its mouth, then ran to the side and began to chew it with relish, making satisfied chewing sounds.

The fish meat, though uncooked, had a natural sweetness that made Wangcai eat with gusto.

"This guy certainly knows how to enjoy himself," Lin Feng said with a smile, shaking his head.

While he was busy with these things, his eyes would often drift to his phone, which was charging, and his anticipation grew stronger and stronger.

Finally, after all the fish had been preliminarily processed and wisps of smoke rose from the smoking room, Lin Feng washed his hands and solemnly picked up his cell phone, which had already been partially charged.

He took a deep breath and pressed the power button.

The familiar boot animation and operating system interface gave him a feeling of being in another world.

His fingers trembled slightly as he swiped across the screen, clicking on the downloaded materials and ebooks that Qin Lan had mentioned.

This contains a wealth of materials, including historical documents, and is divided into eight categories.

He treasured the e-books on basic physics and chemistry!

His previous creations and attempts were all based on vague memories and constant trial and error.

Having this systematic knowledge will undoubtedly save him from many detours and may even inspire him to engage in more advanced creations.

For example, more effective trap design, more reasonable tool improvement, or even the application of some basic metallurgical or chemical knowledge.

"Great! Great!" Lin Feng whispered excitedly, his eyes sparkling.

Next, he used the charger to fully charge his phone.

The phone had been out of power for a long time, but he couldn't bear to throw it away, and now it came in handy.

Compared to Qin Lan's phone, Lin Feng's own phone was full of single-player games and various movies.

In addition, there are hundreds of e-novels of different genres, including fantasy, science fiction, history, and martial arts.

Lin Feng's heart began to race uncontrollably.

In the long years in the wilderness, the most difficult thing to endure, besides the lack of material resources, is the loneliness of the spirit.

Although he had long been accustomed to being alone, who would willingly immerse themselves in eternal monotony if given a choice?

These games and novels are like doors leading to different fantasy worlds, allowing his spirit to rest and take flight for a moment.

Without hesitation, he clicked on a tower defense game that looked relatively simple.

The familiar music, the simple controls, and the sense of accomplishment from strategically defending against enemy attacks instantly drew him in.

Time lost its meaning at this moment.

Lin Feng was completely immersed in the game world, forgetting his hunger, his surroundings, and even where he was.

A long-lost, pure smile appeared on his face, a smile that came from the heart, a smile of ease and joy.

Wangcai noticed its owner's unusual behavior. It curiously leaned closer and looked at the glowing little cube in Lin Feng's hand, not understanding why its owner sometimes frowned and sometimes smiled at it.

Lin Feng played until sunset, when the sky gradually darkened.

It wasn't until a strong feeling of hunger hit his stomach that he snapped out of his reverie and pulled himself out of the game world.

He glanced at the time displayed in the upper right corner of his phone screen—6:17 PM.

"You actually... played for so long?" Lin Feng was a little surprised, then smiled with relief.

Indeed, in this wilderness, the one thing he has in abundance is time. Occasional indulgence is not necessarily a bad thing.

He reluctantly logged out of the game, carefully placed his phone aside, and began preparing dinner.

A fire was lit, and several fat fish, marinated with salt and "wild spices," were roasted over the fire.

The fish skin quickly turned golden brown under the flames, and the oil sizzled and dripped onto the embers, igniting a small cluster of flames and releasing a rich aroma of fish, mixed with the unique spiciness of wild spices and the smoky fragrance of burning firewood, which permeated the forest at dusk.

Lin Feng took a deep breath; the enticing aroma whetted his appetite. He tore off a piece of fish that was roasted to a perfect crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, blew on it to cool it down, and put it in his mouth.

"Hmm!" Lin Feng's eyes lit up instantly.

It's so delicious!

The fish meat is tender and smooth, melts in your mouth, and has a natural sweetness.

The saltiness of the salt perfectly enhances the natural umami flavor of the fish, while the spiciness of the "wild spices" brings a stimulating warmth. Instead of masking the original flavor of the fish, it makes its flavor more layered and richer.

Several flavors blend and collide perfectly in the mouth, bringing an unparalleled taste experience.

"The fish here... tastes so delicious!"

Lin Feng couldn't help but exclaim in admiration. It was far more delicious than any fish he had ever eaten in his previous life.

Perhaps it was because the water was completely unpolluted, or perhaps it was because of the unique species of fish; in any case, this simple grilled fish brought him the ultimate sense of happiness.

He tore off a large piece and tossed it to Wangcai, who was already drooling over it.

Wangcai happily caught it and began to wolf it down, eating with great relish, its tail wagging like a rattle.

A man and a wolf sat by the campfire, enjoying a simple yet delicious dinner under a sky full of stars.

Lin Feng's mood became exceptionally pleasant because of the mobile phone he obtained and the delicious food.

After a hearty meal, Lin Feng did not forget the "new tenant" in his cage.

He walked to the eaves and, by the firelight, looked at the "phantom" in the bamboo cage.

The little guy also smelled the aroma of grilled fish and was pawing at the cage, his bright red eyes fixed on the fish bone in Lin Feng's hand, making a soft "gurgling" sound in his throat.

It remained wary of Lin Feng, but its desire for food was undeniable.

Lin Feng thought for a moment, then picked out some tender, boneless parts from the leftover fish meat, skewered them with a sharpened thin stick, and slowly inserted them into the cage.

The "Phantom" initially shrank back warily, but the enticing aroma of fish continued to stimulate its sense of smell.

It hesitated for a moment, but finally couldn't resist the temptation. It cautiously approached, quickly snatched the fish meat from the stick, and then retreated to the corner of the cage, warily eyeing Lin Feng as it ate in small bites.

Lin Feng was delighted to see that it was willing to eat the food he offered.

This is a good start. It seems there's still hope of taming this little guy.