[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor":3,"chapter-farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-chapter-34":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Farming with Entries: From Lord to Emperor",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},561337,812,"Chapter 34 - 30: Extraordinary Gem","farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-chapter-34",34,"\u003Cp>I never thought Avril would actually have an Extraordinary Gem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant instinctively reached out to take it, but stopped halfway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Baron Avril, you brought this out, surely not just to stay in Black Pine Ridge?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hope, if possible, you could help me reclaim my territory?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril looked pitifully at Durant, her brows filled with helplessness and vulnerability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant shook his head, \"This matter, this one gem is not enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Joking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Extraordinary Gems are indeed precious, but not enough to make Durant risk his life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, the people of Razor Plain who could overthrow Avril are certainly not simple, plus there are fierce beastmen, and even alien races.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How many people does Durant have?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten guards are all he has, at most add Gang Le’s nine mercenaries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Gang Le joined the territory, his nine mercenaries aren’t necessarily willing to follow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guarding a territory and attacking a territory are two completely different things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Enemies hide behind fences with food and drink, occasionally shoot arrows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then abandon home, carrying food and water, for a long-range raid?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Risking so much for just one gem?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Need more money.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I have no other assets...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then there’s no way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant was helpless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril deflated, weakly sitting on the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril spoke again, \"Then if I stay in your territory, will this gem be enough for my protection?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course that’s enough!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant nodded forcefully, gently advising, \"But to avoid unnecessary trouble, you should wear a veil or something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm, hmm, that’s doable!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril breathed a sigh of relief, finally having a stable place to stay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A handsome and kind noble baron who would likely keep his promise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Life Gem is highly valuable, but for Avril who doesn’t cultivate the Breathing Technique, does not mean much, exchanging it for a stable, prosperous life is worthwhile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril handed the gem back to Durant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant received it solemnly with both hands, a warm, smooth feeling immediately transmitted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Collected the first Extraordinary Gem and it is a Life Gem, unlocking entry: Power of Life]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Power of Life (Blue): Life Force increased by twenty percent (natural lifespan expected to increase by 10 years), effects of all worn Extraordinary Gems increased by 20%]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Next entry: Collect five different types of Extraordinary Gems, unlock: Gem Collector]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As expected, an entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And directly a blue entry allowing ten more years of life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant was overjoyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one doesn’t want longevity, especially as Durant is a Noble Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only by living long enough can a greater empire be built.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant took no hesitation to equip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gentle, soothing energy suddenly emerged in every part of his body, nurturing Durant’s physique like gentle raindrops.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, Durant felt like he was in a hot spring, surrounded by natural birdsong and flowers, both body and mind fully relaxed, immensely delightful and comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made Durant squint his eyes in pleasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room suddenly fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril gazed at Durant in front, feeling somewhat inferior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wise, decisive, cautious and handsome, self-reliantly steady in the lord’s seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In contrast, she not only was betrayed, almost lost her life, indirectly hurt a family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now can only rely on selling her treasured Life Gem for a place to survive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How is it, Baron Durant?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long while, Avril cautiously asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I tried to feel the effects you said.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant opened his eyes, somewhat helplessly replied, \"But I didn’t feel any obvious enhancement.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was not lying, the gentle energy came from the entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entry effect lasted just seconds, the Life Gem in hand did not bring strange sensations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril heard and grew nervous, hurriedly explained, \"I didn’t deceive you, Baron Durant, wearing it long-term will prove effective!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When injured, having it nearby even accelerates wound recovery!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, I don’t disbelieve you, I was merely expressing an opinion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant quickly explained to reassure Avril.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant placed the Life Gem into a leather pouch, secured it in his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pondering a moment, Durant gazed at Avril lying on the bed and suddenly spoke,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually helping you reclaim Razor Plain, isn’t impossible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril instantly perked up, sat up again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But definitely not now, I can only promise to do it in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant seriously said, \"Moreover, I have some conditions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, go on.\" Avril looked with expectation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant stared at Avril, declared solemnly, \"Three conditions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"First, Razor Plain will still be yours, but taxation by me, say sixty percent tax, you keep twenty percent, I take forty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Second, all resource extraction managed by me, profits you thirty, me seventy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Third, I can recruit an army in your territory, and Razor Plain’s defense will be under my management. Simply said, you stay peacefully in Frost Leaf Town, leaving the rest to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sounds worse than a lower lord...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril muttered quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are too kind, not suited to managing Northern Territory land, plus I only want the title of lord, no other duties required, head tax to the Empire by me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant crossed his arms, smiled, saying \"It doesn’t matter, you can propose any requirements.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Negotiation isn’t quick, so Durant gave harsh terms, waiting for Avril to counter-offer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril naturally will raise a bit on his price, Durant lowers it, reaching mutually acceptable terms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No problem, let’s do it this way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay, any conditions speak them... ah?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it was Durant’s turn for surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril sighed slightly, eyebrows showing some helplessness, \"You’re right, I’m ill-suited to manage territories, and don’t wish to, daily feels tiring...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made Durant a bit embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After brief silence, Durant spoke again, \"If you have any other desires, say them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want honey daily, preferably cheese, I enjoy foie gras, duck tongue, and roasted venison, fruits should be red cherries, coconuts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant reached to interrupt Avril, saying \"I wasn’t asking about food.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant wanted to know if Avril sought revenge against any rioters or even her stepmother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not picky about clothes, as long as they look good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant decided not to waste words, bluntly said \"Then we’ll temporarily agree orally, once back in Frost Leaf Town I’ll draft a formal contract.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No problem!\" Avril readily agreed, a sweet smile on her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So now only one question remains.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having reached this point, Durant couldn’t leave any questions unanswered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did you escape from those rioters?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can tell you, but don’t be scared, also please don’t speak of it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Avril nodded slightly, closed her eyes, lips slightly opened, emitting an indescribable sound,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muffled feminine agony suddenly emitted from the room, those outside couldn’t help but shiver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So soon at this stage?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gang Le stood up, curiously peering inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pulled back by Durant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t look, don’t speculate, Lord Baron’s actions aren’t for us to infer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant’s gaze swept over everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then diverted the topic, looking to the Guards, \"Start grilling, once Lord finishes we can dine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lord Durant, but our salt bag is inside.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guards said helplessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No problem.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant looked at the nearby little girl, \"Susan, does your family have salt? Can we have some?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl nodded and ran to a nearby wooden hut, grabbing from a corner a white crystal stone larger than her palm and handed it to Durant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not enough inside is more.\" The little girl said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Durant slowly accepted the white crystal stone, \"Rock salt?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1224,"2026-05-30T15:19:44.915Z","2026-06-01T04:31:34.172Z",1,"novelbin.me","6c44d89c5fd086ab7eb64f027a776425d7b663de35e9b0187556629d9a32e9fb","farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-chapter-35","farming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-chapter-33",776,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffarming-with-entries-from-lord-to-emperor-cover.jpg"]