Druid Fairy

Chapter 10 3 years

Chapter 10 Three Years
"It was I who hosted the banquet for Brother Zhou. Why did you bring gifts as well?"

"Brother Li, you're too kind. What's a little treat I brought for the children?"

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and Li Rongzhou introduced his three sons with a smile, then said to the children, "Quickly thank Uncle Zhou."

"Thank you, Uncle Zhou!"

Li Pingfu shouted with great vigor, but a closer look revealed a hint of nervousness. He knew that this was a martial arts instructor his father had specially hired for him, and he was eager to show off.

Li Ping'an bowed respectfully and said, "Hello, Uncle Zhou."

He then stepped behind his brother, displaying a refined and courteous demeanor befitting a scholar.

Li Pingcan said in a childish and amusing way, "Uncle Zhou is like a big tiger, majestic and spirited!"

The clear, childlike voice made everyone burst into laughter.

Warriors all respectfully refer to the "tiger," the king of beasts.

Li Pingcan's innocent words struck a chord with Zhou Enxian, making her feel extremely comfortable.

My initial intention to socialize lessened, and I began to think about making friends.

It wasn't just that Li Rongzhou made a good impression on him; these children, you can tell what they'll be like at three years old—one was a martial arts prodigy, another was polite and quick-witted, and the last one was exceptionally intelligent.

The three brothers support each other, and they are sure to achieve great things in the future.

How come Li Rongzhou is so lucky?
For an ordinary person, having a son like this would be enough to support their family and build a career.

Zhou Enxian said with a hint of bitterness, "Brother Li, you have a worthy successor."

Li Rongzhou was proud, but he didn't show it on his face. He said humbly, "Not at all. If I want to become successful, I still need a master as capable as you to guide me."

"Let's not stand and chat," Madam Qin said with a smile as she served dishes and wine. "Let's drink and eat."

……

After three rounds of drinks, the atmosphere became harmonious.

As one of the few Qi and Blood Realm martial artists in Peach Blossom Village, Zhou Enxian was someone Li Rongzhou had always wanted to befriend. After examining Li Pingfu's bones, Zhou Enxian was also very satisfied with this disciple.

Good physical attributes, medium to high grade.

In martial arts, physical constitution is of utmost importance, especially for ordinary people who cannot afford medicinal herbs.

However, he still said, "Practicing martial arts is not something that can be accomplished overnight. One must be diligent and hardworking in order to achieve something. The poor study literature and the rich study martial arts. Practicing martial arts not only requires eating more meat, but also nourishing soups and medicines to replenish one's qi and blood... The cost here is definitely more than a hundred taels. Brother Li, you are also a martial artist, you should understand what I mean."

This is actually a disclaimer, and Zhou Enxian would say this to every disciple.

Li Rongzhou replied, "That's how it should be."

Li Pingfu mustered his courage and said, "Uncle Zhou, don't worry. Suffering in martial arts training is a blessing. I won't give up."

After the incident at Wang Pozi's house, he realized how naive his methods were, and he also felt a chill down his spine because of the gang's ruthless methods.

For the safety of his family, he must learn martial arts, and he must become a master!
"Good ambition." Zhou Enxian smiled and accepted the apprenticeship fee.

His apprenticeship fee was ten taels of silver per year. Later, for each small improvement in his physical strength and bone structure, he needed to add another tael of silver. Medicinal herbs were charged separately.

We have high hopes for the Li family, but we must not break the rules regarding fees. From now on, we will do our best to teach and take good care of them.

Zhou Enxian looked at his new disciple and said, “What I practice is the Black Tiger Kung Fu, which is accompanied by the breathing method of a tiger. It is as swift as a mountain king and as still as a crouching tiger, with ample room for advance and retreat. You will start learning the basics with me tomorrow.”

Li Pingfu was overjoyed and, mimicking the storybook, respectfully served tea, saying, "Master, please accept my bow."

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Two more days passed.

"Then I'll leave it to you, Village Chief," Li Rongzhou said gratefully.

Peach Blossom Village has a village school, and the teachers are all scholars. He once personally investigated Master Xie's character—he was poor but not resentful, rigid and polite but not mean, often helped poor children, and most importantly, he was very knowledgeable.

This old Master Xie was specially invited by the village chief, which shows his far-sightedness.

"There's no need to thank me for such a small matter."

The old village chief chuckled, "Studying is good. Studying can make you wise, and it's not impossible to escape the mountains."

This act of kindness will benefit future generations. If any of their descendants are successful, they will naturally give back to Peach Blossom Village for the sake of their reputation.

The old village chief served tea to his guests, keeping his merits and fame hidden.

……

Compared to the elaborate banquet ceremony for Li Pingfu's martial arts training, becoming a disciple of Master Xie was much simpler; one only needed to submit tuition fees to enroll.

The next morning.

Li Ping'an, being sensible, got up early, put on the new clothes Qin Shi had made, packed some flatbread, patted his younger brother's head, and said to Qin Shi, "Mother, I'm going to school."

"Brother, be careful on the road."

Li Ping'an responded and went out. Passing by Wang Pozi's house, he saw that half of the door was missing and the empty yard was overgrown with weeds.

He turned his gaze away. The golden sunrise shone on the earth, and he walked resolutely towards the rising sun, the shadows of the past no longer able to catch up with his steps.

…………

Time flies like an arrow; three years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Spring returns to the earth, birds sing and flowers bloom.

On the edge of the field, four-year-old Duck squatted in the loose soil, holding a thick wooden stick in both hands, and laboriously digging a hole in the ground.

Li Pingcan's indigo cotton trousers were covered in mud and dust, his arms ached as if filled with lead, and his face was flushed from the heat. He was diligently and attentively digging in the soil, and large beads of sweat dripped down and seeped into the ground.

"Finally finished digging!"

Looking at the small pit, about the size of a teacup, he was excited and solemnly planted the peach seedling in the soil.

The dug-out red earthworms were thrown back into the pit and covered with dark soil.

Gently tamp the water down and irrigate the river until it is thoroughly soaked.

In the spring breeze, the slightly curled peach leaves sway in the wind.

Another one has been planted!
Li Pingcan excitedly raised his little fist towards the sky.

Despite the exhaustion, a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction welled up inside me.

"Today's tree planting target has been achieved."

To upgrade, he needed to plant two hundred saplings. He had been working himself to the bone for the past three years to upgrade his Druid class.

Initially, being young and inexperienced, he wanted to imitate the natural growth of plants by burying the leftover peach pits in a hole.

Indeed, some seedlings did successfully sprout, but the number was minuscule, almost nonexistent, and the efficiency was appallingly low, so we had no choice but to give up.

In the end, all we can do is patiently wait for it to grow and then plant it ourselves.

There are rules here too; the use of any supernatural power is not allowed—that would show a lack of reverence and piety towards nature.

Fortunately, my father has diligently repaired the peach orchard saplings over the years, which has brought in a lot of XP, and the experience points for leveling up will soon be enough.

He looked at the panel.

[Level 1 Druid (189/200)]

[Current Branches: Spore, Beastmaster, Earth, Astrology, Swarm, Elementals]

【spore】

[LV5 Spore Growth (297/599) (Zero-ring spell)]

[LV6 Spore Sensing 486/699] (Zero-ring spell)

【LV1 Fluorescent Mushroom (45/199) (Zero-ring spell)】

[Insect Swarm]

【LV3 Insect Swarm (17/399) (Zero-Circle Spell)】

[Astrology]

【LV9 Moonlight (Max Level) (Zero Ring Spell)】

【element】