People rushed to sign up, remembering the limited quotas for sows.

The registrar banged on the table to quiet the crowd: “Be patient. Only those who have previously raised sows and successfully delivered piglets will be eligible. Priority goes to those who raised piglets last year. Others who haven’t raised pigs this year, even with experience, cannot apply. Queue up properly!”

Hearing this, those who regretted not picking up piglets earlier felt even more regretful, especially those who had previously raised pigs. But the rules were clear, and they would have to start with boars next year.

Of course, many were interested in raising pigs, but some were unable to...