Chapter 963: Chapter 55: First-class True Intent, Four Seasons Divine Splendor, Breaking Through Third-rank, Floating Achieved!
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Zhao Xing saw the plan proceed smoothly and immediately withdrew his avatar from the stage.
"Chu Qianqiu and Zhuang Daren really aren’t dead, could it be because of that Tree Guardian’s existence?"
Zhao Xing looked towards the burly Jiang Yaochun, and the latter seemed to sense his gaze, looked back, and nodded slightly.
"That’s good, having some strong individuals left will be beneficial for me when I take charge of the Shangluo Academy in the future," Zhao Xing thought to himself.
A Middle Grade cultivator from the Self Sect, from a national perspective, is not difficult to cultivate.
But High Grade, especially Second Grade, is quite rare.
If one perishes, it takes a long time to replace them.
Shangluo Academy developed for nearly three thousand years during the Great Zhou Period, maintaining a stable number of High Grade cultivators at a relatively low scale.
This was during peacetime!
If Zhao Xing were to take power in the future, he wouldn’t want to be a loner with no usable soldiers at hand.
"The third matter!"
Xu Xing continued.
"The barrier of the Ten Thousand Dao Tree will fully open starting from tomorrow at the Mao Hour for a period of one month."
"During this time, everyone can enter the Ten Thousand Skills Plain to observe the Ten Thousand Dao Tree."
Cheers erupted from the crowd below.
Not only the Ministers of Agriculture, but also guests from afar revealed smiles.
Many among them came to Shangluo Academy specifically for the Ten Thousand Dao Tree.
If it were just for the ceremony, approximately half of them would not have come.
Who would take the time to come all this way just to watch internal conflicts?
"The Ten Thousand Dao Tree is a treasure, usually not open on such a large scale, let alone for a month."
"I’ve heard every leaf holds the Dao enlightenment left by sages, only Super First-class Dao can make the trunk grow."
"Though it focuses on the Ministers of Agriculture, the enlightenment of Dao still revolves around Yin Yang and the Five Elements Heaven and Earth Rules."
"A month is enough time? I better eat heartily; once I’m up there, I won’t be coming down!"
"Go up there? Every leaf of the Ten Thousand Dao Tree carries pressure, very few can ascend and observe up close. Even viewing from afar is immensely beneficial!"
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"Let’s go, prepare!"
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Many stayed on the Ten Thousand Skills Plain, awaiting its opening tomorrow.
Zhao Xing returned to the warship with Liu Tianning.
"Well done." Liu Tianning looked at Zhao Xing and praised unabashedly. "I never thought you would grow to this extent."
"It’s all thanks to Master’s cultivation." Zhao Xing cupped his hands.
Without the help from Liu Tianning and Princess You Ruo, he wouldn’t have acquired his first Spiritual Energy.
He wouldn’t have broken through to Fifth Rank so quickly either.
Later, during Prince Liang’s rebellion, it’s because of Liu Tianning that he was arranged two identities to seize opportunities in advance.
The Heavenly Spirit Pearl wouldn’t have been possible either.
Without Liu Tianning and Princess You Ruo, Zhao Xing estimated he might have been mixing in the Emperor Jing’s reign as a normal Fifth Rank, with a bit of luck possibly reaching Fourth Rank.
Unlike now, before Emperor Jing’s reign ended, he’s already Secondary Third-rank with a First-class Marquis’s reward. Although the Third-rank Qi Fortune reward hasn’t been claimed, he will if he returns from the Dragon Court Ancient Land.
"I now officially become the first candidate for Shangluo Academy," Liu Tianning said. "There are still important matters to discuss with Dean Xu and the key figures from various institutes."
"During these days, you should stay here, meditate on the Ten Thousand Dao Tree, or look around other treasure lands."
"Once there’s progress, I’ll notify you."
The results Liu Tianning spoke of were true results.
To put it bluntly, he’s going to seek benefits for Zhao Xing!
Some Treasure Level, Wonder Level large trees produce fruits with tremendous effects.
The drawbacks of the Ten Thousand Skill Avatar have always been a concern for Liu Tianning, especially since he’s led Zhao Xing onto this path.
He must prepare early for Zhao Xing, striving to delay the backlash as much as possible.
"Master can be busy first; I’m not in a hurry." Zhao Xing smiled, "I’ll just go meditate on the Ten Thousand Dao Tree."
He could tell Liu Tianning was a bit anxious, and some factors were related to himself.
However, he couldn’t tell Liu Tianning now that his cultivation of Derivation God Decision is different, the highest level Sealing Technique means even if he wants to speak, he can’t.
"Hmm, go ahead. But don’t delve too deeply. I will call you to eat anytime. Some treasures’ fruiting happens instantly."
"Yes," Zhao Xing cupped his hands and took his leave.
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Leaving the Golden Dragon Warship, Zhao Xing planned to ride his Silver Dragon Flying Boat to the entrance of the barrier at the Ten Thousand Skills Plain to wait.
"Senior Brother, are you heading to the Ten Thousand Skills Plain to wait for the Ten Thousand Dao Tree’s opening?" Ji Zixuan appeared at the bow.
"Junior Sister, are you going too?"
"Yes," Ji Zixuan nodded, "Can I ride with you, Senior Brother?"
"Of course, come on up." Zhao Xing looked somewhat surprised at Ji Zixuan.
They had known each other for over a decade; old acquaintances indeed.
He noticed Ji Zixuan seemed a bit hesitant when facing him recently.
"Thank you, Senior Brother." Ji Zixuan obediently flew aboard and took the initiative to steer the flying boat for Zhao Xing.
However, shortly after flying out, they were surrounded by a group.
"Duke Divine Might! Shangluo Academy’s Heavenly Bamboo Institute’s Doctor of Governance ’Zhang Zhen’, requests to meet."
"Doctor Zhao, I’m Wu Lei from Purple Vine Academy, sincerely seeking guidance."
"Master Zhao, could you discuss your ’Self Theory of Heaven and Earth’ new Chapter with us?"
"Doctor Zhao, the student has a perplexity..."
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Various small vessels outside approached, all with earnest eyes fixed on Zhao Xing.
"Senior Brother." Ji Zixuan called back, "So many people are looking for you."
"Hmm?" Zhao Xing stepped out.
In front of the flying boat was a dense crowd of people and small boats.