[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-stardew-valley-s-farming-master":3,"chapter-stardew-valley-s-farming-master-stardew-valley-s-farming-master-chapter-4":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Stardew Valley’s Farming Master",{"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},1100126,1435,"Chapter 4: Starfruit Saloon","stardew-valley-s-farming-master-chapter-4",4,"\u003Cp>\"With pleasure.\" Leon agreed without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jodi covered her mouth, chuckling. \"Haha, then let's head out together. I imagine you’ll want to know where Pierre’s General Store and the Joja Corporation supermarket are. After all, you’re a farmer, and seeds are essential to your farm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But more than either of those, I’d like to find the town’s restaurant.\" Leon shook his head with a wry smile. \"After a long day’s work, I’m starving.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then we have to go to Gus’s Starfruit Saloon. He’s the best chef in town. And you can meet plenty of your new neighbors there.\" Jodi suggested at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright. Please lead the way. If you haven’t eaten yet, perhaps I could invite you to dinner as thanks.\" Leon nodded promptly, not forgetting her kindness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, too bad I’ve already eaten. But if you insist, I wouldn’t say no to a beer.\" Jodi spread her hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then a beer it is.\" Leon replied with a grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two set off toward the saloon together. Along the way, many people greeted Jodi, proof of her good standing in Pelican Town.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several curious glances were cast at the unfamiliar young man walking with her. Most were simply curious, without any hint of rejection or hostility—something that let Leon breathe easier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside, several townsfolk were chatting. Jodi led Leon through the small crowd and into the saloon, immediately drawing everyone’s attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most eyes turned toward Leon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A new face.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, a young fellow I haven’t seen before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Handsome too. Is he related to Jodi?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, Leon, you actually came. Welcome, welcome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the strangers’ curiosity, Lewis strode over the moment he saw Leon enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like you’ve met Jodi already. That’s good—she’s one of the nicest people in town.\" Lewis praised Jodi openly, then turned to address everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, this is the man I mentioned a few days ago—Leon, the new farmer inheriting Red Star Farm. From now on, he’s one of us in Pelican Town. Let’s all make him feel welcome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The saloon’s patrons clapped and cheered, and it didn’t feel perfunctory. Clearly, a newcomer was something worth celebrating here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not many young folks are willing to move to a rural town like ours these days. Welcome, Leon. I’m Marnie. I live just south of your farm. If you ever build a coop or a barn, come visit my ranch. I’ll make sure you get the healthiest young animals.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Marnie, a warm-looking, slightly plump middle-aged woman, stepped up to introduce herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will, Ms. Marnie. That’s actually part of my farm plans.\" Leon readily accepted her pitch. As one of Stardew Valley’s key suppliers, her ranch was an important business to connect with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did plan to raise chickens, ducks, cows, sheep, and pigs eventually—there was no way he’d pass on building ties with the ranch owner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, seeing Marnie and Lewis side by side brought to mind a certain little secret between them, though the thought quickly passed. Spotting Lewis looking ready to drag him into rounds of drinks, Leon quickly spoke up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Making new friends is great, but I think I should eat something first. I’m about to faint from hunger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, I forgot your house is still empty and you don’t have any food. Go try Gus’s cooking—he’s the best chef in town. I recommend his salad. My treat.\" Lewis said warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh, Mayor, there’s no need. I have money with me.\" Leon tried to decline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lewis pushed him toward the bar. \"Don’t be polite. I was closer to your grandfather than you realize, and I owe him a great deal. As his grandson, I won’t neglect you. And I told you—just call me Lewis.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Lewis pulled a mock-angry face and called toward the bar, where a plump man was polishing glasses. \"Gus! Come serve our new farmer. You might have a new supplier soon—freshness guaranteed!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With pleasure! Welcome, Leon. Here’s the menu—order whatever you like.\" Gus set down his glass, walked over smiling, and handed him a menu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, if you want a drink, too, I’ll cover that myself. Don’t be shy—make yourself at home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon didn’t refuse. He knew Gus’s friendliness was genuine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A woman with long blue hair, wearing a striking red dress, stepped up from behind the bar. Her features were lovely, and she carried a lively, almost magical energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, farmer. I’m Emily. If you ever want a drink, come find me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her bright, energetic greeting made Leon smile. \"Thanks, but I don’t really drink much.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, that’s fine. We also serve fresh juices. It’s spring—how about some peach juice? Since Gus is treating you, you don’t have to worry.\" Emily winked, and Gus, overhearing, didn’t mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, he nodded cheerfully. \"That’s right. Spring peaches are the sweetest. Give it a try—I picked the ripest, juiciest ones.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then I’ll have a peach juice and a pizza.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon scanned the menu—most dishes were familiar to him. Considering both his appetite and value for money, he went with the hearty pizza and Emily’s peach juice suggestion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright. One pizza and one peach juice, coming right up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",848,"2026-06-03T11:16:09.334Z","2026-06-03T11:16:14.314Z",1,"novelbin.me","047605085927eb3d0483dade3ff9e34029683c876a0dc4c33aa5c7571430c367","stardew-valley-s-farming-master-chapter-74","stardew-valley-s-farming-master-chapter-73",288,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstardew-valley-s-farming-master-cover.jpg"]