Chapter 39 Points Exchange
Su Tao decided to upgrade the space's storage function first. This way, he could store items within the space without having to carry heavy items. He immediately upgraded to the advanced storage function, spending 1,000 points. The advanced storage function not only allowed for storing real-world items, but also allowed for categorized storage, preventing them from interfering with each other. It also offered the option to choose from various functions, such as fresh-keeping, heat preservation, and refrigeration. This way, he could buy extra meat and other food and store it in the space without worrying about it spoiling. It was incredibly convenient.
Su Tao felt his current space, at one square meter, was barely adequate, and he couldn't bear to spend another 500 points to expand it by one square meter. He looked at his remaining 5,770 points. He planned to redeem a washing machine for 2,000 points. It was a bit pricey, but worth it. He didn't know how this washing machine operated, but it didn't require electricity. All Su Tao had to do was add water and detergent, and it would automatically wash his clothes. It felt like it was made just for him. Finally, he didn't have to do his own laundry anymore. He was so happy.
With 3770 points remaining, Su Tao redeemed a drop of spiritual spring water. This spiritual spring water was highly concentrated, so upon first use, it had to be diluted with water or other food before use, otherwise the body would not be able to withstand it. Su Tao planned to dilute it and put it in water or food to help He Chuan and his sister recuperate. He Chuan's sister had not always been in poor health, so he believed that this spiritual spring water would be of use to her.
Looking at the last 2770 points, Su Tao did not plan to redeem them anymore. He kept them for future emergencies or for purchasing spiritual seeds when planting spiritual fields.
After the situation was resolved, Su Tao took a nap without worry, because someone would wake her up in the afternoon anyway.
In the afternoon, Su Tao woke up to a rapid knock on the door. It wasn't that He Chuan was anxious, but it was already much later, and he still didn't see Su Tao getting up, so he could only urge him: "Tao Tao, let's go to the village to collect the food first, and then you can go back to sleep when we come back."
Su Tao was fully awake. After packing up, he followed He Chuan out.
When they arrived at the food distribution center, a long line had formed at the door. Families that had taken in educated youth had all come to register to receive food that afternoon. They were late and could only wait in line at the back.
When Su Tao arrived, he happened to meet Hu Xiaogang who had just received grain and was pushing a cart back with the branch secretary's family. Su Tao just greeted him and didn't have time to chat in detail.
He Chuan asked Su Tao to sit aside. The afternoon sun was blazing, and he was worried Su Tao might get a heat stroke. He waited in line, then called Su Tao back when he was done. The other educated youth watched with envy, but since their host families hadn't spoken, they didn't dare sit aside to rest, so they waited in line together.
After waiting for more than an hour, it was He Chuan and his friends' turn. Su Tao hurried over to register. The accountant who was registering looked up and glanced at them. "Su Taotao?"
Su Tao responded obediently: "Yes."
"The reward is 30 kilograms of coarse grain. The educated youth's annual ration is 300 kilograms of coarse grain. If you want to convert it into fine grain, the exchange rate is 7:3. 300 kilograms of coarse grain can be exchanged for 120 kilograms of fine grain. Do you want to convert it?"
"Convert! Convert 50 kilograms of white flour and 70 kilograms of refined rice." Before Su Tao could answer, the man behind him had already made the decision for Su Tao.
Su Tao had no objection. She originally wanted to buy fine grains. She had to eat anyway. Instead of going to the town to buy them and getting tickets, it would be better to buy them in the village and save on tickets.
The villagers collecting their grain behind them gasped. They hadn't expected Su Hechuan to offer a reduced amount of fine grain. They had accepted the educated youth precisely for this small amount of food. If the reduced amount of fine grain was two-thirds less, how long would it last? It was definitely a loss. The villagers thought to themselves, "What a fool you are!" They were so lucky not to have chosen Su Zhiqing. Otherwise, they would have had to keep a Guanyin statue at home. It's easier to invite a deity than to send it away. Who could afford to keep one?
He Chuan didn't care about other people's looks. He picked up 30 kilograms of coarse grains and 120 kilograms of fine grains, put them on the cart, pushed the cart and walked back. Su Tao walked slowly behind He Chuan, leaving behind a group of villagers who were talking about it.
Su Tao walked along, thinking about what she would buy in town tomorrow. She also planned to go back and make some things today and sell them in town, just to test the waters. Otherwise, if her income kept falling short, even her wealth would eventually run out.
Back home, He Yanzhi's tiny figure was busy in the kitchen, while He Chuan was packing up the food he had brought back.
Su Tao quickly said, "Yanzhi, I'll do it tonight, you go and get some rest."
"Really? That's so good." Ever since she tasted Su Tao's snails last time, she has been thinking about it. Now, Sister Tao Tao lives in her house, and she can eat delicious meals every day.
"Yanzhi, I'd like to ask where I can buy some tofu nearby?" Su Tao planned to buy some tofu to make fermented tofu. She'd considered it. Fermented tofu has a mellow, salty, and spicy flavor, making it an excellent addition to rice or as a side dish. It's highly nutritious, and most importantly, it can be stored at room temperature. It's especially suitable for people of this generation. A small block of fermented tofu can be used with several bowls of rice, even without vegetables, and can even be used as a seasoning in stir-fries. She's confident it'll be readily available.
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