Chapter Seven, Return of the Heart

You lack the fortune yet still wish to live comfortably, whether in China or in America, taking a bowl to the street is what such people ought to do

With the addition of these little bugs, Zhang Chi had no choice but to quickly finish his meal and then retreat into his small caravan

Becoming a rancher is certainly better than serving plates in a restaurant, so the owner offered a few blessings.

If it is daytime, one can see the perennial snow on the distant peaks at a glance, resembling a white cap resting atop the mountains

As soon as he thought of hiding it in his mind, the gourd disappeared, revealing a faint shadow that was only visible to him, suspended in mid-air

Zhang Chi raised his hand to shoo them away, but when he lowered his hand, these shameless individuals gathered around again, which made Zhang Chi extremely displeased

How much can a waiter earn in a year? Just consider this: the annual household income of the middle class is only a few tens of thousands of dollars. How can one earn that much just by serving plates? You would have to be working in a very high-end restaurant to achieve that.

I have jeans; I just want to buy a pair of cowboy boots, " Zhang Chi said with a smile

Directly heading towards the cowboy goods store

The shop owner and Zhang Chi can be considered old acquaintances, as he has frequently ordered takeout from Zhuo Youliang's restaurant, with Zhang Chi delivering each time. This has been going on for several years, and even if both of them are rather introverted, they have become quite familiar with each other

The air in the mountainous region is beyond description, fresh and moist, infused with a hint of the fragrance of the forest

The shopkeeper, after taking a look at Zhang Chi's sports shoes, smiled and said: "You really need these; wearing such things while working on the ranch, in case any bugs come at you, you would be in for quite a trouble..."

What would you like to choose? the shopkeeper asked

Having nothing to do, Zhang Chi returned to the side of the small trailer. After sitting for a while, he went back to sleep. When he opened his eyes again, it was already past 8 o'clock in the evening

This creature has no natural enemies in North America other than humans

The shopkeeper inquired about Zhang Chi's shoe size, took a pair of boots from the shelf, and gestured for Zhang Chi to change into the boots on the changing stool

Your outfit is not suitable; dressed like this, you won't be able to handle a day's work on the ranch. You should change into a thicker coat, and wearing jeans is also necessary

Zhang Chi's favorite game to play is the classic Warcraft. Although he is not very skilled at it, sometimes even losing in 1V1 matches against the computer, he enjoys watching others play even more as his own skills diminish.

Without saying a word, just lifting a foot, there is a supermarket downstairs; turning my face, I can reach the cinema in a flash. This is not the case; engaging in such activities typically takes over an hour back and forth on the road.

Not knowing how long he had been scrolling, Zhang Chi felt tired, so he put down his phone and turned off the lantern. Before long, the sound of even breathing emerged, and he fell into a deep sleep.

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Zhang Chi has always held this mindset; as a low-level laborer, if you wish to live with even a modicum of dignity, you must keep yourself busy with work

Certainly not playing games, he is browsing information online to see if there are any cattle for sale nearby in the coming days

The moonlight is splendid, with a large moon hanging in the sky, so bright that it seems to be very close to people, close enough that one feels they could reach out and touch it with a hand

Although the conditions are harsh, Zhang Chi's heart is exceptionally calm at this moment. This is the first time he has felt such tranquility since coming to the United States. He is unsure whether it is because he has finally found a place that completely belongs to him, a place he can pass down to his descendants, or for some other reason. In Zhang Chi's heart, there is only one word: comfortable

A cowboy working on a ranch typically earns around one thousand dollars a month. Would you not do it? Well, there are some undocumented Mexicans or other Latinos who are willing to do the job for less.

What dog is a mere weakling in front of it, and even some hunting dogs, if not for their owners being nearby, would not dare to approach them at all, trembling at the mere scent

Some say it is just grass, and indeed, there is an abundance of grass. However, beneath the hidden grass lie insects, and some of these small bugs can be quite formidable. A single bite from them can lead to days of relentless itching, and in severe cases, it is not uncommon to find oneself hospitalized for a period of time.

Zhang Chi can be considered half a Forsen person, and naturally understands that the attire of ranchers is not for the sake of looking handsome. In fact, using the term 'handsome' to describe cowboys is something that belongs in movies; the way cowboys dress is primarily to protect themselves and to enable them to work more effectively.

What is the most abundant thing in the ranch

When watching short videos, Zhang Chi is the type of person who only observes and does not speak, and he does not engage with political content either

However, it did not take long for Zhang Chi to realize that he could not fall asleep. He was unsure whether it was due to sleeping too much in the afternoon or some other reason. After closing his eyes for a short while, all sense of drowsiness vanished.

After watching the sunlight for a while, he stretched out his hand and saw the sunlight filtering through his palm, casting a reddish hue on it. Zhang Chi felt that he was living so authentically at that moment

Elsewhere it may be unknown, but near Forsen, at a ranch that provides room and board, the typical salary for a cowboy is just over 800 dollars. During busy times, it may increase slightly, but reaching 1,000 is considered the limit.

Cattle also have their value distinctions; a valuable cow can be sold for over one million, while a less valuable one may only fetch two to three hundred. Though they are all cows, it is akin to humans; some are born at the finish line, while others must endure hardships from the very beginning

Upon arriving at the town, Zhang Chi paused in front of the small bar and noticed that it had not yet opened. He then continued to drive along the road ahead.

The small square folding table has a small lantern placed at one corner, and the light from the lantern can barely illuminate an area of less than 4 to 5 square meters. In the midst of modernity, it seems as though one is living in a distant past.

The shopkeeper replied with a smile

Zhang Chidao: "I am not here to deliver meals; my brother is currently handling the delivery work at the store. I have now purchased a small ranch for raising cattle."

This species had previously gone extinct, but later the Americans, unwilling to accept this, brought them back. Initially, the reintroduction went quite well, but as the population grew, American ranchers began to find it intolerable, as these creatures could not simply be allowed to coexist with the cattle and sheep on the ranches due to their nature.

As for other places, apart from green, it is still green; the boundless forests envelop each and every farm and pasture.

For a cowboy, a bar may be the best reward life has to offer after a long day's work

Zhang Chi noted down some useful information in his notebook, preparing to use it to select cattle later

Everyone plays Western games and finds that many quests are accepted in small bars, and many things can also be learned in small bars. This reflects a cultural difference; the status of bars in American social life is quite significant

As soon as the thought arose, Zhang Chi prepared to take his deep sleep

A piece of steak was pan-fried and served with onions, and two small potatoes were added during the roasting process. This was Zhang Chi's dinner

The shop owner was just preparing to place items on the shelves when he saw Zhang Chi push open the door and enter with a smile.

At this time, the temperature is not high, around five to six degrees. When sleeping, one certainly needs to cover themselves with a blanket. However, Zhang Chi did not sleep; instead, he turned on his computer and connected to the internet using his phone.

He understands that his life position is that of an ordinary person, to put it plainly, he is a small denominator in society, unable to decide any major matters. Ultimately, he lives his own life, worrying about mundane matters such as daily meals, without such a high spiritual level. No matter where he is, he must rely on his own diligence to make a living

Zhang Chi drove back to Forsen, where he had lived for over ten years. He was more familiar with the streets here than the hair on his own arm

Regardless of the heat, cowboys always fasten the cuffs of their shirts, and it is rare to see a cowboy rolling up his sleeves while herding. The reasons for this are twofold: first, to prevent sunburn, and second, to avoid abrasions during work. Additionally, when riding through the woods, it also serves to protect their arms from being scratched by branches

Zhang Chi was no stranger to this howling sound; it was the voice of the North American gray wolf

Many people praise the United States for its high salaries, good benefits, and lack of overtime work. They talk about how things are when overtime is involved, but only those who truly live here understand that what they are saying is not entirely absent; rather, the average person simply does not enjoy such benefits

Hearing the howl of the wolf did not make Zhang Chi's nerves any more tense; not to mention here, it was too common even in Forsen at night. After listening for a few howls with his ears perked up, he simply pulled the blanket over his head.

Zhang Chi has both jeans and a thick coat, but now he is missing a pair of cowboy boots

After lounging in bed for more than half an hour, Zhang Chi finally got up, washed up, put on his coat and shoes, glanced at the clock, and realized it was nearly noon. He then decided to drive out to the small bar in town to take a look.

Chi, it has been a long time since I last saw you. I did not order takeout today

The trailer has been released, and the large moon outside illuminates the small ranch brightly

Zhang Chi, with his eyes wide open, gazed at the scene before him, admiring it for quite a while. For over a decade, he had never felt so grounded in his life. In the past, at this time, he would have already been busy with his uncle and aunt, either buying vegetables or preparing them, working from dusk until deep into the night, day in and day out, with only the Lunar New Year providing a respite throughout the entire year

However, this comfort was soon disrupted, as some small insects were drawn to the light, buzzing around the small table. Some of the bolder ones even landed directly on the table, and even near Zhang Chi's plate, seemingly wanting to join him in enjoying this dinner

In the West, it is quite normal to drive for thirty to forty minutes to shop at a supermarket or to purchase some seldom-used items

While having dinner, Zhuo Chi presented the gourd.

Up to now, Zhuo Chi still has not figured out what this gourd is all about, but he thinks it is best to let it go. With such a precious treasure in hand, what is the point of understanding it so thoroughly? Is he really preparing to pursue a doctor's degree?

As soon as I lay down and closed my eyes, an untimely sound entered my ears

I would like to choose a pair of boots suitable for working on the ranch, " Zhang Chi said.

It is just the minimum wage; as for other places, Zhang Chi is unaware, but it is of little use around here.

As for combat effectiveness

High-top riding boots paired with jeans, with the pant legs tucked into the boots, serve to prevent insect bites, or in case you accidentally step into the grass where a snake might be lurking. Sturdy boots and thick jeans act as a cowboy's small armor, capable of mitigating some of the damage.

When I opened my eyes again, a ray of sunlight had already filtered through the small window and illuminated the head of the bed. The sunlight cast a beam of light through the window, within which seemed to rise wisps of smoke.

The North American gray wolf is the largest wolf species on Earth. An adult North American gray wolf can reach a body length of up to 2 meters and a weight of up to 80 kilograms, which is nearly equivalent to the weight of an adult human

At this moment, Zhang Chi had already forgotten about the time he had gotten drunk and had asked Hulu to protect him; he did not recall that Hulu had a particularly magical move.

Such information is abundant. As an agricultural and pastoral state, such information is readily available online; however, much of it pertains to bulk transactions, and Zhang Chi can only observe for now

Returning to the side of the small trailer, Zhang Chi wanted to take a look at his ranch. However, after driving for a while, he turned back because he felt the ground was a bit muddy and was afraid that continuing forward would get the vehicle stuck. In this place, if you need to find a trailer or something, you can forget about it; a few calves would be lost in no time.

This thing is capable of capturing North American bison

The gourd looks at a point

At the same time, this fellow can also be considered an old rival of the Western cowboys

Having been busy until late at night, Zhang Chi yawned and felt sleepy, finally closing his notebook and climbing into the car to prepare for sleep

The small lamp was lit again, and Zhang Chi lay half-reclined on the bed, starting to scroll through short videos