The Ninth Agricultural Base

Zhao Linong’s parents have high hopes for her since she was a child: Linong, you have get out of here! Don’t stay in the fields for the rest of your life. Zhao Linong did it, skipped a grade and was admitted to a top university in a big city. Everyone in the village gave her a thumbs up and praised her. As a result… Zhao Linong was transferred to the Agricultural College. She had to go to school, so she packed her luggage and rushed to the bustling metropolis under the envious eyes of the villagers, and plunged into the fields in the suburbs. This lasted for seven years! Zhao Linong had already made up her mind to change her career as soon as she graduated, but before graduation, her experimental field was destroyed and she couldn’t get the experimental data, so she postponed her graduation !!! That night, Zhao Linong, who was drinking to relieve her sorrow, staggered on the ridge of the field, pointed to the sky and cursed three times, then fell down, and when she woke up, it was the end of the world. She, Zhao Linong, has a new identity-a freshman in the ninth agricultural base.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Ninth Agricultural Base ### First Impressions "The Ninth Agricultural Base" presented an interesting spin on the post-apocalyptic genre. The premise of humanity struggling to relearn basic agricultural practices in a world overrun by mutated plants immediately grabbed my attention. I was eager to dive into a story that blended survival, science, and a bit of the unexpected. ### What Works Well The concept of a mutated plant apocalypse is definitely a strong point. It's a refreshing change from the typical zombie or nuclear fallout scenarios. I particularly enjoyed the focus on the protagonist, who is pretty chill, as she and her group adapt to their new reality. The story does a good job of foreshadowing future events, creating a sense of anticipation and rewarding patient readers as those plot points come to fruition. The male lead, while not always center stage, is a supportive and likeable character, fulfilling the role of the stoic bodyguard archetype quite nicely. ### Areas of Concern While the overall concept is intriguing, I can see where some readers might struggle with the plausibility of the world-building. The idea that humanity could so quickly forget fundamental knowledge about agriculture does require a significant suspension of disbelief. I also noticed that some found the protagonist and supporting characters to be somewhat bland and interchangeable, lacking the unique spark that makes them truly memorable. Additionally, the ending may feel a bit rushed or like the author added in too many plot twists. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers felt the last 50 or so chapters felt weird and rushed. This apparently ties into some earlier foreshadowing, but may not land well for all readers. ### Final Verdict "The Ninth Agricultural Base" is an enjoyable read if you're looking for something a little different in the post-apocalyptic genre. While it may have some shortcomings in character development and world-building plausibility, the unique premise and satisfying plot progression make it a worthwhile experience. Just be prepared to embrace the story's quirks and forgive its occasional stumbles.