Druid in the Xianxia world

Chapter 96 Obtaining the title, founding county man

This spell allows Zhong Cang to use his magic power to transform some tree people into guards and let them protect him.

"Speaking of which, normally, Tree Guard is something that only Druids above level ten can do, but I can do it at level six. The hidden profession Tree Guard is really strong."

The emergence of this ability makes some strange ancient trees of great use to Zhong Cang.

Now, he was looking for the ginkgo tree because he wanted it to be his guard and fight for him.

Of course, Zhong Cang will not treat it unfairly.

If planted in one's own spiritual land, it will grow well, and Zhong Cang will also awaken its spirit and open its spiritual intelligence, making it qualified to practice.

Although, after it becomes stronger through cultivation, it will serve you better.

……

Zhong Cang's negotiations with the ginkgo tree...were going quite smoothly.

The simple-minded ginkgo tree prepared to fight for Zhong Cang without much hesitation.

Just when Zhong Cang had agreed with the ginkgo tree and was about to transfer the ginkgo tree to Huangni Village through Vice President Qin Xiuye's connections, an accident occurred.

A man found him from outside.

"Zhong Cang?"

"Who are you?" Looking at the man who was two or three years older than him, Zhong Cang raised his eyebrows and held the Two Scale Mountain Formation in his hand, ready to activate it at any time.

The man saw this scene, but said nothing, just quietly said his name.

"Snow Mountain."

This name instantly let Zhong Cang know why he was looking for him:
"So he's Xue Xirong's lover. Are you looking for me to avenge him?"

"No, I won't bully the weak. I don't need to take action against you. I just want to see who is so arrogant as to trample on the kindness I sent to you."

This made Zhong Cang laugh: "You think that's a good intention for you to let me kneel down and take my things? If that's what you think, why don't you kneel down in front of me and give me all your resources? If that's the case, I wouldn't mind making friends with you."

Xue Jingshan narrowed his eyes at Zhong Cang's mocking words, but he was a man who could endure it. Even so, he still did not take action. He just said quietly: "You are indeed arrogant and presumptuous, and you don't understand your own situation."

"Zhong Cang, remember one thing. You are from a humble family and are different from us. You are not qualified to stand with us."

“There are things we can do that you can’t.”

After coldly explaining some of the unspoken rules of Xuehu Taoist Academy, Xue Jingshan was about to leave.

However, just as he was about to leave, an accident happened again.

"Bang bang bang..."

A group of white-faced, beardless men in official uniforms walked in from outside.

When they arrived at the Xuehu Taoist Temple and saw everyone, the leading eunuch immediately made a sharp sound.

"Who is Zhong Cang, the Sage Zhong?"

"Ugh?"

Although he was a little confused and didn't understand why these eunuchs were looking for him, the address of eunuch was still quite polite. Therefore, Zhong Cang stood up and replied with a bow, "I am you. May I know why this eunuch is here?"

"Hahaha, I'm here to congratulate Mr. Zhong. Accept the order."

After the order was given, Zhong Cang was not asked to kneel (the king's power was not that great, and the status of Taoism was also very high). The eunuch took the imperial edict and began to recite it.

"By the providence of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: Now there is a great and wise man, Zhong Cang, who has tilled the fields, thoroughly studied the mysteries of the six grains, and has cultivated a fine crop, with abundant grains and heavy ears, which can fill granaries and provide for the people. This is in accordance with the will of Heaven and the will of the Earth, and his merits are for the country and will benefit generations to come. I hereby grant him the title of founding county baron, and grant him jade and land, to honor the agricultural cause... I decree this."

"?!!"

This imperial edict surprised Zhong Cang a little. He didn't expect that this matter would alarm the king, and that the king was willing to grant him the title.

Although he only granted himself the lowest rank of nobility, the fifth-rank founding county baron, a title is a title. At this moment, other people can no longer say that he is a commoner, and Zhong Cang has also officially joined a family of nobles.

Because the scene in front of him was somewhat unexpected, Zhong Cang was a little stunned.

Fortunately, he was stunned, but Yaxin, the maid who had been following him, was not stunned.

After hearing that Zhong Cang had a family background, she was also ecstatic, but she soon reacted and pulled Zhong Cang to thank the eunuch Xia in front of her and gave him a lot of money. With her smooth and tactful presence, the eunuch Xia left with a face full of joy.

After he left, Zhong Cang came back to his senses and looked towards Xuejing Mountain.

This time, he didn't say anything, just smiled.

But it was this smile that completely broke the defenses of him who had been calm and composed just a moment ago, as if he had everything under control.

Zhong Cang has a title, but he... doesn't.

Although he was born into a noble family, the Xue family had more than one heir, and the title might not be passed on to him.

Therefore, he just mocked Zhong Cang with the concept of family background, but now, his status is lower than Zhong Cang.

It is even possible that he will be in a low position for the rest of his life. In this case, how could he not be defeated?

……

Xuehu Taoist Temple, Zhong Cang's followers, and Yaxin were all happy.

The atmosphere in the Shuang family's meeting hall was a bit weird.

After hearing that Zhong Cang had become a founding county man, and that he was still very young with a promising future, for the first time, the people of the Frost and Snow clan felt that Zhong Cang was a good match for their eldest daughter... It seemed like there was no problem.

Even Frost Eagle felt a rare sense of regret in his heart.

But it was impossible for him to admit defeat, let alone regret it.

Therefore, at the family meeting, he could only grit his teeth and say:

"I still think that letting Ling Xue befriend Zhong Cang is a disgrace to our family. He's just a county boy, and he only has a slightly better family background. He can't be compared with the Feng family or the Xue family. Marrying and combining with them is what's most beneficial to our Shuang family..."

"Report, Patriarch, the eldest daughter of the Feng family went to the Snow Lake Taoist Temple to discuss the grain seeds with Zhong Cang."

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After listening to the information coming from outside, this time, Shuang Lingxuan looked at Shuang Tianying with some pity.

Obviously, he himself did not expect this.

As for Frost Eagle, after he learned about the Feng family's actions, he felt even more betrayed. His head felt dizzy and his eyes suddenly turned black.

In the end, he managed to pull through.

Unfortunately, if possible, he would rather faint.

This time, he was completely embarrassed.

Not only did he bring shame upon himself, but his actions also caused the family to suffer huge losses. In the next few decades, he would not be able to get involved in the family's power.

"Frost Eagle, go down and reflect on your mistakes."

Finally, it was Frost Sky Dragon who spoke up and asked Frost Sky Eagle to reflect on his mistakes behind closed doors.

After punishing the latter, Frost Sky Dragon turned his attention to Frost Lingxuan and Frost Lingxue.

"Ahem, Tianying was wrong this time, but he has already been punished. Lingxuan, Lingxue, I wonder if you can still contact Zhong Cang and get some grain for the family."

This made Shuang Lingxuan stand up, and he said solemnly, "This is a bit difficult. The City Lord's Mansion, the Snow Lake Taoist Academy, and the genius weapon refiner Gu Yan... They all have their own interests in Zhong Cang, and the Feng family is also preparing to get involved. In this case, if we want grain, it will not only be Zhong Cang's business, but we will also have to compete with these forces."

After explaining his difficulties, Shuang Lingxuan changed the subject and said, "Although it is difficult, for the sake of my family and for the poor members of the Shuang family, I will do my best."

"The head of the family is kind and righteous!"

"Thank you, Patriarch, for your mercy."

"Master, you must succeed..."

(End of this chapter)