Chapter 106 First Place

The argument between the two was destined to be fruitless.

The assessment continued.

Although many of the cultivators who participated in the assessment were somewhat disturbed because Zhou Changwang had planted the spiritual peaches in advance, they quickly focused on their own assessments.

One by one, they continued to use the birth-inducing technique and the spiritual rain technique to promote the growth of the peach trees.

Time passed.

After Zhou Changwang planted the spiritual peaches, he left them aside and meditated on his own.

After two cycles, his spiritual power was restored to its original state.

He also opened his eyes and looked at other cultivators.

At this moment, most of the cultivators' peach trees have reached the stage of flowering and fruiting. Spirit bees are diligently shuttling among them, collecting nectar for pollination. Among them, the fastest growing one is the female cultivator that Gao Mingyi and Zhou Changwang noticed before.

Moreover, Zhou Changwang discovered that the spiritual peaches planted by the two were actually planted by the female cultivator. They grew better, and the spiritual peaches condensed were larger and more spiritual.

If she continued, the spiritual peaches she planted would definitely be better than those of Gao Mingyi.

However, for some reason, the female cultivator suddenly slowed down her spellcasting, and finally looked like she was running out of spiritual power. She sat cross-legged and began to meditate to recover.

As for the others.

The three people who were unlucky and picked the dead seeds had already stood aside like they had lost their parents, and no longer struggled in vain.

They also knew that they must have picked the dead seeds. Now that half of the time had passed, it would be too late for the seeds to germinate. They could only look around and observe the planting situation of others.

In addition to the three of them, there were several others who started to get rid of insects in a hurry.

At first, they failed to get rid of the spiritual insects. After the peach trees grew up, various spiritual insects ravaged the peach trees, especially those that could drill into the inside of the peach trees, which made them sweat coldly, but they were somewhat helpless.

Soon, two hours passed.

The assessment time was over.

A full seven people failed to complete the assessment and cultivate the water spiritual peaches to maturity.

This included the cultivator who had selected the spiritual seeds in front of Zhou Changwang.

It was not easy to cultivate spiritual seeds. That person was only at the third level of Qi training, and his own birth-inducing technique was only a small success. After two hours, he could only barely cultivate the spiritual seeds to a height of three feet, and the peach blossoms could not bloom. Naturally, he was judged to have failed, failed to pass the assessment, and could not become a formal spiritual planter.

Among the remaining nine, there were actually two who planted very small water spiritual peaches, which looked malnourished.

But fortunately, they barely matured and passed the assessment.

"Next, the assessment ranking selection.

In my opinion, the top three should be Zhou Changwang, Gao Mingyi and Gong Baixue."

Yang Ping stood up and said.

Everyone else nodded.

Even Liu Yuanqing did not refute.

Although, among the people who participated in the assessment, there were actually two people, Yang Xin and Lu Ming, who also selected spiritual seeds for planting.

However, the peach trees planted by the two people had some problems in appearance. The peaches they produced were a little flat and thin, and looked a little green and astringent, with a feeling of being a crooked melon or a cracked date.

Although you can only know how it tastes after tasting it.

But appearance determines everything. As experienced spiritual planters, they naturally know that the reason why the two people's spiritual fruits are of poor quality is either that the spiritual insects were not cleaned up, or that the peach flowers did not attract enough spiritual bees during pollination, so that the spiritual peaches were not pollinated enough...

No matter what the reason is, it can be determined that the spiritual peach trees they planted will not be among the top three.

Then several people took the spiritual peaches planted by Zhou Changwang and others, cut them with a knife, and tasted them one by one.

Then.

Their eyes widened in an instant, and they looked at each other and got the answer.

...

"Three years.

Three years have passed five or six assessments.

Finally, this time, I passed successfully and became a real spiritual planter."

In the crowd, some were happy and some were sad.

Among the Zhao brothers, the eldest brother Zhao Jie was also excited at this time.

Just now, after confirmation by the examiner, he passed the assessment this time and was truly recognized as a spiritual plant master.

Next, he only needs to wait for the spiritual plant master token issued by the spiritual plant hall, and he will be a real spiritual plant master, no longer just a spiritual farmer like before.

With a higher status, he can join forces one by one with this status, enjoy higher treatment, and earn more spiritual stones.

Spiritual plant master.

It is equivalent to an admission ticket.

You can join various forces.

For example, the Bai family and the Chen family actually have their own spiritual fields and medicine gardens.

Especially the medicine garden.

Only spiritual plant masters are qualified to enter. It is said that the starting price is fifty low-grade spiritual stones per month.

In a year, it is five or six hundred.

Compared with spiritual farmers, it is a world of difference.

Just like their spiritual fields at the foot of Changling Mountain before, although there is a small medicine garden where spiritual medicine can be planted, after five years of hard work, all the spiritual materials in the medicine field were harvested, and the income was only two or three thousand low-grade spiritual stones.

And they also need to bear many unknown risks.

Not to mention, even if he didn't join other forces, he could just rent a spiritual field and cultivate it himself. With his status as a spiritual planter, he could occupy a better spiritual field and plant better quality spiritual materials and medicinal herbs.

The income would be much higher than before at the foot of Changling Mountain.

The benefits were huge.

Zhao Qiang, who was standing by, was also happy for his elder brother.

Although he failed the assessment this time, with his elder brother leading him, his life would be better.

The two of them were only thirty or forty years old, so they might not have any hope of building a foundation, but it would not be difficult to break through to the seventh level of Qi training and become high-level monks in their lifetime.

By then, it might not be possible to support a small immortal cultivating family.

"But this time, Fellow Daoist Zhou's performance is really surprising."

The two were surprised, and then quickly looked at Zhou Changwang, their eyes full of disbelief.

“Indeed, I never expected that Fellow Daoist Zhou’s spirit planting method would be so clever.

I estimate that even if I don't get first place, I will definitely be in the top three.

Now that I think about it, what we said before seems a bit ridiculous. "

Zhao Qiang said, thinking of his previous words of comfort, he felt really embarrassed.

"Two fellow Taoists.

I really didn’t mean to hide this... I can’t say outright that my spiritual cultivation method is pretty good, right? "

Zhou Changwang reluctantly arched his hands and explained.

"this……"

The two of them were relatively speechless, and thinking about it carefully, it was true.

As soon as they met Zhou Changwang, they preconceived that the other party's spiritual cultivation methods were not much different from their own, or even worse, so their words naturally focused on admonishment and comfort.

And Zhou Changwang did not mention how good his spiritual cultivation methods were. Under such circumstances, the other party could not say in a high-profile manner that his spiritual cultivation methods were very good, right?

“As for the ranking, I don’t know.

It is mainly based on the judgment of several examiners. "

Zhou Changwang didn't care too much about these.

Although the Qingyuan Order is good, he already has the Shuiyun Order. This extra token is just one more choice, and he will not worry about gains and losses.

“But I do think that Fellow Daoist Zhou should be number one.

After all, Fellow Daoist Zhou completed the assessment in just half an hour. Compared with others, he had a huge advantage.

If I am not the first, I will be the first to refuse. "

Zhou Jie muttered.

When the others heard this, they looked sideways for a while, but when they saw Zhou Changwang, they all looked solemn.

Indeed, even though they were unwilling to admit Zhou Changwang's previous performance, most people were convinced.

Some people couldn't help but move forward and came forward to make friends.

I saw one person walking over, looking straight at Zhou Changwang, cupping his hands and saying, "I'm Gong Baixue, I've met fellow Taoist.

The little girl admired the fellow Taoist's spiritual cultivation method very much, and wondered if she could get to know him.

I also hope that in the future, I can discuss some spiritual planting methods with fellow Taoists. "

The person who came was the female cultivator that Zhou Changwang had noticed before.

In Zhou Changwang's opinion, her spiritual cultivation method was superior to that of Gao Mingyi.

"You're welcome, Fellow Daoist Gong.

Zhou Changwang only knows a little bit about spiritual plants. "

Zhou Changwang's words were indeed not self-effacing.

Although his three spiritual cultivation skills have been cultivated to perfection by him.

But spiritual plant cultivation is by no means limited to these three spells.

In particular, what spiritual planters of the middle grade and above pay more attention to is actually a spell called the 'Annual Ring Technique'.

This spell mainly works on spiritual materials and elixirs.

Most elixirs often require a certain number of years before they can be used as alchemy materials. A hundred years is never too little, and a thousand years is never too many.

If we only use fertility techniques to accelerate ripening, will we be able to mature in the year of the monkey and the month of the horse?

That's why there is this annual ring technique. After one spell, the age of the medicinal materials will increase rapidly. Although it also requires a large amount of spiritual energy to support life, and many other conditions must be met, it is a practical and fast way to cultivate spiritual energy. Medicine spells.

“But if it’s communication, of course.

I usually have a lot of questions, but I have been thinking hard to no avail. If I have a good teacher and friend to help me solve my problems, I think it will save a lot of time. "

Zhou Changwang said immediately.

After all, he was born as a spiritual farmer. He grew up wildly in the Lingzhi Hall before. The spiritual planter he followed at that time had no intention of teaching him anything. He only treated him as a coolie and allowed him to take care of the spiritual valleys in the spiritual field. things...

Most of the knowledge about spiritual plants is self-study.

There is no way they can compare to Gao Mingyi and Gong Baixue, with the guidance of their master.

"You're welcome, Fellow Daoist Zhou.

Based on the strength of Brother Daoist Zhou’s spiritual cultivation, I should be asking for more advice. "

The two of them were humbling themselves when suddenly they heard Gao Mingyi snort coldly and said: "The results haven't come out yet, so are you praising each other?

The number one this time can only be me, and it can only be me. "

"you?

Do you think too highly of yourself? "

Gong Baixue sneered and said.

Zhou Changwang did not speak.

The result could not be determined by just a few of them arguing, so there was no need for him to get angry about it.

"It's not me, is it you?"

Gao Mingyi smiled mockingly, but turned his eyes towards Zhou Changwang.

Zhou Changwang's previous performance really shocked him.

But this time, he was sure of victory.

In particular, the first reward this time, the ‘Qingyuan Order’, was originally from his master, and Gu Qianhe specially requested it for him.

This is a show to increase his reputation and momentum.

to this end.

Before the assessment began, his master specially took him to visit several assessment examiners.

Under the same circumstances, even if the spiritual peaches he grows are slightly inferior, the examiner will definitely choose him as the first.

This is, the wisdom of the world.

Cultivation.

But it has never been a pure heart with few desires, no desires and no pursuits.

Friendship between people can lead to wealth!

At this time, the four examiners on the high platform suddenly removed the soundproofing magic, and then Yang Ping stepped forward, looked at everyone, and said in a low voice: "Silence!"

"Next, I announce that the results of this assessment have come out.

The first place is Zhou Changwang, the second place is Gao Mingyi, and the third place is Gong Baixue..."

As soon as the voice fell.

Everyone was in an uproar.

The Zhao brothers patted Zhou Changwang's shoulders eagerly, and they were also excited.

They are proud of it.

As spiritual farmers who also came from the foot of Changling Mountain.

Although it was not them, they were naturally excited and excited that someone they knew got the first place.

Zhou Changwang smiled when he heard it.

Although he was quite confident in his heart, he was actually a little nervous before the results came out.

Now, he can be said to be relieved.

"Congratulations to Brother Zhou."

Gong Baixue on the side immediately congratulated him.

"Congratulations!"

Zhou Changwang also spoke up.

The third place is definitely not bad.

A second-grade spirit seed is worth at least hundreds of low-grade spirit stones.

"Impossible!"

Gao Mingyi, who was originally full of confidence, suddenly spoke up and said in a hurry: "How is it possible? Are you mistaken?

How could he get first place?

The first place should obviously be me."

As he said that, he hurried forward, as if he wanted to forcibly change the ranking.

"Nonsense!"

"Are you questioning our fairness?"

Two voices spoke in succession.

Especially the second voice, which was spoken by Yang Ping. He glared, and a powerful aura instantly emanated, which immediately oppressed Gao Mingyi's face pale.

Cold sweat dripped down.

At this time, he remembered that the people in front of him were all elders in the Spirit Planting Hall, two first-grade intermediate spirit plant masters, and two first-grade high-level spirit plant masters.

Especially this Yang Ping. Not only is he a first-grade high-level spirit plant master, but he is also a veteran of the Spirit Planting Hall. His strength has reached the eighth level of Qi training early, and his status is higher than his master.

Even his master couldn't afford to openly question the fairness of the other party in front of him.

"This result was unanimously agreed upon by the four of us and cannot be changed.

The reason why Zhou Changwang was judged as the first is because the spiritual peach he planted is a medium-grade spiritual fruit, sweet in taste and full of spiritual energy.

This first place is well deserved."

Fortunately, at this time, Liu Yuanqing spoke up and helped him out, but he also recognized Zhou Changwang's spiritual plant strength, which was the real first place and could not be questioned.

"Middle-grade spiritual fruit?"

"How is this possible..."

Gao Mingyi's face turned pale, muttering to himself, but he dared not say more.

He also knew that he had no chance of getting the first place in the assessment.

As a disciple of a famous teacher, he certainly knew how difficult it was to grow a medium-grade spiritual fruit with an ordinary first-grade lower-grade spiritual seed.

Not to mention him, even if his master took action, it might not be successful.

Because the grade of the spiritual seed limits the upper limit of the fruit it grows.

Those who can break through this limit cannot rely on luck, but must rely on real strength.

"Humph!

Just a clown.

If I didn't look down on the reward for the second place.

How could I give the second place to him?"

Just at this time, Gong Baixue also spoke in a low voice, snorting coldly.

Although her voice was low, there were cultivators around her, and many people heard it. They couldn't help but look at her, and they also had their own judgments in their hearts.

Some believe it, and some don't believe it.

However, Zhou Changwang believed it.

Because he could see that the other party didn't cast spells after cultivating the spiritual fruit to maturity, and acted as if the spiritual power was insufficient.

But her cultivation level is the fifth level of Qi training, which is equivalent to Gao Mingyi. Since Gao Mingyi can persist in casting spells until the end, then she must be able to do it.

It is somewhat reasonable to say that she gave up the second place.

But it is true that the second prize is to choose a high-level spiritual plant master as a teacher... Gong Baixue can see that he has an extraordinary background and has such spiritual plant skills. Naturally, he has no shortage of famous teachers. It is normal for him to look down on this reward.

So.

The result is announced.

Whether you accept it or not, it is the same.

After receiving the corresponding spiritual plant master identity token and engraving your name on it, many cultivators also left in twos and threes.

Only the top three were left, and they were left by several examiners to receive the corresponding assessment rewards.

However, Gao Mingyi did not stay and left directly.

His second prize is to become a disciple.

He already has a high-level spiritual plant master as his teacher, so he naturally does not need this reward. In addition, after the commotion just now, he has no face to stay here, so he can only leave.

So, Zhou Changwang and Gong Baixue were left at the scene.

"Zhou Changwang, this is your first prize, the Qingyuan Token.

With this token, you can directly participate in the Qingyuan Sect's entrance examination in the spring of next year, which is half a year later.

I can't guarantee that I will become an inner disciple, but at least I can get the status of an outer disciple.

Although I am just an outer disciple, we are spiritual plant masters after all, and we have a skill to rely on. Qingyuan Sect is a major spiritual plant sect. As long as we complete the sect's tasks on time and endure for three to five years, we will definitely be able to enter the inner sect.

It will be much more convenient for us to practice."

Yang Ping looked at Zhou Changwang and said in a kind manner.

"Thank you, Senior Yang, for your advice!"

Zhou Changwang stretched out his hand to take the token, and held it lightly. It had the word "Qingyuan" written on it, and there were also special legal prohibitions and restrictions. The material was similar to the Shuiyun Order he had obtained before, and it was all a certificate.

"Zhou Changwang, I see that your three spiritual cultivation techniques are very subtle and brilliant.

I wonder, have you studied under any famous teacher? "

Immediately afterwards, Yang Ping spoke again and asked.

"Indeed, there is a master."

Zhou Changwang felt a chill in his heart, and then said calmly.

He knew that his performance had attracted the attention of the high-level spiritual planter. This was actually expected before he participated in the assessment.

His three spiritual cultivation skills have all been cultivated to the perfect stage. Even if they are hidden when they are used, some of them will eventually be revealed.

Especially winning the first place will naturally attract a lot of attention.

So he had already been prepared.

"Then I don't know who the master is? I wonder if I know him? Can I pay my respects?"

When Yang Ping heard this, he couldn't help but feel a little disappointed, secretly thinking it was a pity, and then asked quickly.

"My master was an old spiritual farmer who wandered into the city. Unfortunately, he passed away some time ago."

Zhou Changwang lowered his head slightly and said.

This is naturally an excuse.

Fengming Wufang City is an old city that has existed for hundreds of years. There are a lot of people coming and going. Some people come and some people leave.

No one knows the original identity of this person.

Of course there would be no problem if Zhou Changwang made up such a character.

"this……"

When Yang Ping heard this, he felt happy, but when he saw Zhou Changwang's expression, he concealed it slightly and said with a sigh: "To be able to teach your magic so well, he should be more than just an old spiritual farmer.

It's just a pity that I didn't have the chance to see him. "

Then, he hurriedly spoke and said: "However, Changwang, your spiritual cultivation talent is extraordinary. If you don't have a good teacher to guide you in the future, you will inevitably make mistakes in your spiritual cultivation practice.

Now that your master has passed away, although it is a pity, your spiritual cultivation still needs to continue.

How about you become my disciple first, and then let me teach you the art of spiritual cultivation? "

"Thank you, Senior Yang, for your kindness.

However, for the time being, I don’t want to be my teacher. "

Hearing this, Zhou Changwang quickly shook his head and said.

There are too many secrets in him.

After becoming a disciple, it is inevitable that there will be contact. Whether it is the Thunder Spirit Rice Tree or the secret of his attribute panel, it is his top secret and cannot be exposed in front of others.

Therefore, he refused without hesitation.

“You might as well think about it again.

After all, the three techniques of spiritual cultivation are only the foundation of spiritual cultivation.

In terms of spiritual cultivation, there is still a lot of knowledge. If there is no teacher to teach you, it will be much more difficult. "

Yang Ping said, after all, he still had some love for talents, and said again: "Of course, even if you don't worship me as your teacher for the time being, if you have any problems with spiritual planting in the future, you can come to me. As long as you are free, I will I will answer everything for you.”

“Thank you, Senior Yang, for taking a fancy to me.

If there is a problem, the boy will definitely come to bother you. "

When Zhou Changwang heard this, he had no choice but to bow and say.

Immediately afterwards, Zhou Changwang said goodbye.

Yang Ping was also a little disappointed that he could not accept Zhou Changwang as his disciple, and he would not keep him longer.

On the other side, Gong Baixue only received a second-grade spiritual species and had already left, so Zhou Changwang also strode out of the assessment place.

Just as he was about to walk out of Lingzhi Hall, he saw Gong Baixue standing aside, waving to Zhou Changwang from afar.

"Fellow Daoist Gong, I wonder if there is anything else you can do?"

Seeing this, Zhou Changwang had no choice but to step forward and ask.

"This is a seed of red leaf tea. I have several plants of this spiritual plant at home, and one is over a hundred years old.

I had no use holding it, so I gave it to you. "

Gong Baixue said, handed over a wooden box and said.

"Fellow Daoist Gong is too polite.

This should be your reward, right?

You'd better keep it for yourself. "

Zhou Changwang waved his hands repeatedly and said.

“I said before that when I want to communicate with you, it’s not just polite words.

If you don't keep this spiritual seed, how can I be embarrassed to visit you in the future?

By the way, tell me your current address so that I can come and visit you then. "

When Gong Baixue heard the words, she pressed on and said.