Ryu arrived at the northern fields of Hozuki Isle, his spirits already low as he surveyed the scene. The fence was in shambles, with splintered wood and broken posts scattered across the ground. Livestock roamed freely, nibbling on crops and wandering towards the nearby forest. "Thanks for coming, Ryu. We need to get this fixed and the animals back in." Mr. Saito, the farmer, greeted him with a worried look. "Yeah, I’ll get started," Ryu said, picking up the tools with a sigh. The weight of the axe felt heavy in his hands as he approached the fallen tree that had crushed part of the fence. The air was thick with the earthy scent of damp soil and freshly cut wood.
He began chopping the tree into manageable pieces, each swing of the axe feeling laborious. The sun was already high, casting a relentless heat over the fields, and he found himself taking frequent breaks to rest and catch his breath, wiping the sweat from his brow. With the tree cleared, Ryu moved on to the fence. He examined the damage, noting the broken planks and posts that needed replacing. He picked up the hammer and nails, his movements steady but lacking enthusiasm. As he worked, he could hear the occasional bleat or moo from the animals, a constant reminder of the task that still lay ahead. The rhythmic pounding of the hammer became almost meditative, though his mind was far from at ease.
He thought about the long hours still ahead and the daunting task of rounding up all the livestock. Once the fence was repaired, standing sturdy and straight, Ryu turned to the task of herding the livestock. He started with the nearest animals, slowly guiding them back towards the pen. The sheep were skittish, and the cows moved at their own leisurely pace, oblivious to Ryu's growing impatience. "Come on, guys, work with me here," he muttered as he chased after a particularly stubborn sheep, his boots sinking into the soft earth with each step. The process was slow and tiring. Each time Ryu managed to get one animal back, another seemed to wander off.
He trudged through the fields, sweat dripping down his face, his clothes sticking uncomfortably to his skin. His frustration grew, but he kept at it, determined to finish the job despite his bummed-out mood. He tried various tactics, coaxing with gentle words, guiding with firm pushes, and even resorting to chasing the more stubborn animals. Finally, the last animal was back in the pen. Ryu secured the gate with a sense of relief, leaning against the fence to catch his breath. The sky had started to turn shades of orange and pink, signaling the approach of evening. Mr. Saito approached, smiling broadly. "You did it, Ryu! The fence looks great, and all the animals are back."
"Yeah, thanks," Ryu replied, accepting the 10,000 ryo with a weary smile. His hands were calloused and sore, and every muscle in his body ached. He felt a mix of relief and accomplishment. The mission had been exhausting, but he was glad it was over and that he had completed it successfully. As he walked back home, Ryu's thoughts turned to how he could spend the money. Maybe he could buy a new set of training gear or treat himself to a hearty meal at the local inn. Despite his initial reluctance, he felt a sense of pride in having done a good job. The day had been long and grueling, but knowing he had helped Mr. Saito and ensured the livestock were safe brought a small, but genuine, satisfaction.
Exit Thread
Mission Completed
He began chopping the tree into manageable pieces, each swing of the axe feeling laborious. The sun was already high, casting a relentless heat over the fields, and he found himself taking frequent breaks to rest and catch his breath, wiping the sweat from his brow. With the tree cleared, Ryu moved on to the fence. He examined the damage, noting the broken planks and posts that needed replacing. He picked up the hammer and nails, his movements steady but lacking enthusiasm. As he worked, he could hear the occasional bleat or moo from the animals, a constant reminder of the task that still lay ahead. The rhythmic pounding of the hammer became almost meditative, though his mind was far from at ease.
He thought about the long hours still ahead and the daunting task of rounding up all the livestock. Once the fence was repaired, standing sturdy and straight, Ryu turned to the task of herding the livestock. He started with the nearest animals, slowly guiding them back towards the pen. The sheep were skittish, and the cows moved at their own leisurely pace, oblivious to Ryu's growing impatience. "Come on, guys, work with me here," he muttered as he chased after a particularly stubborn sheep, his boots sinking into the soft earth with each step. The process was slow and tiring. Each time Ryu managed to get one animal back, another seemed to wander off.
He trudged through the fields, sweat dripping down his face, his clothes sticking uncomfortably to his skin. His frustration grew, but he kept at it, determined to finish the job despite his bummed-out mood. He tried various tactics, coaxing with gentle words, guiding with firm pushes, and even resorting to chasing the more stubborn animals. Finally, the last animal was back in the pen. Ryu secured the gate with a sense of relief, leaning against the fence to catch his breath. The sky had started to turn shades of orange and pink, signaling the approach of evening. Mr. Saito approached, smiling broadly. "You did it, Ryu! The fence looks great, and all the animals are back."
"Yeah, thanks," Ryu replied, accepting the 10,000 ryo with a weary smile. His hands were calloused and sore, and every muscle in his body ached. He felt a mix of relief and accomplishment. The mission had been exhausting, but he was glad it was over and that he had completed it successfully. As he walked back home, Ryu's thoughts turned to how he could spend the money. Maybe he could buy a new set of training gear or treat himself to a hearty meal at the local inn. Despite his initial reluctance, he felt a sense of pride in having done a good job. The day had been long and grueling, but knowing he had helped Mr. Saito and ensured the livestock were safe brought a small, but genuine, satisfaction.
Exit Thread
Mission Completed
