Shennong Dao Master
Chapter 216 - 18: Training the Teacher, Obtaining the Top Resources!

Chapter 216: Chapter 18: Training the Teacher, Obtaining the Top Resources!

Zhao Xing saw that not only he, but also other officials emerged on the pavilion, waving to Zhuang Ziqing and Shi Yong and others.

"I have no idea what they want to say."

After stepping onto the second floor of the pavilion, Lu Bang and Zuo Zizhi led Zhao Xing to a secluded elegant room.

"Greetings, Mr. Zuo, Mr. Lu."

"Sit," Zuo Zizhi said, smiling broadly, "no need to be formal."

Zhao Xing cupped his hands and took a seat.

"I wonder what instructions you might have for me, sirs?"

Zuo Zizhi spoke, "No specific instructions, just some casual talk in private, to ask about your thoughts."

"The field of agriculture supervision can be divided into three main sects, each with countless spells. A person’s energy is limited, so it’s best to focus on mastering one, while studying two others as support."

"Additionally, as a Reserve Army Minister of Agriculture, the sect you specialize in is also related to your future roles in the military."

"Do you have any plans in mind?"

Upon hearing Zuo Zizhi’s question, Zhao Xing began to ponder.

He had already thought about what sects to study and when.

However, specific questions need specific analysis.

For instance, why are there four institutes at Ten Suns Cave Heaven, instead of three?

The Heavenly Time Institute and Geography Institute are easy to understand.

The Taicang Institute corresponds to the Self Sect.

But the Pinghuai Institute is not divided by sect but serves the military.

The reason for creating a separate institute is mainly because Zhao Xing’s location was Pinghai State.

A part of Pinghai State was originally Canghai.

Later, Canghai was artificially altered, driving the Water Clan deep into the sea, transforming into land.

However, Pinghai State still had abundant water resources, with many rivers inland, the most famous being the Canglan River, Yuan River, Xuantian River, and Wind River.

These four waterways are vital to the stability of Pinghai State and the livelihood of millions of people.

Thus, in Pinghai State, any coastal or island city had a higher specification for the Minister of Agriculture Supervision, and the Pinghuai Institute in the Military Realm was singled out for this reason.

Even the official titles included Pinghuai Commander, Pinghuai Captain, and Pinghuai Capital Commandant.

If Zhao Xing’s future plans involved water management, or if the Divine Might Army’s plans included attacking water adept alien races, then he might consider joining the Pinghuai Institute.

Additionally, some roles had very distinct sectarian characteristics.

For example, the Land Register Commander and Leveling Captain, these Military Ministers of Agriculture Officers specialized in improving the geographical environment, mainly responsible for cultivating land at military stations to provide cultivation resources for the army.

The Nine-section Captain, who specialized in combat, needed to stay close to the army at all times.

The Commander of Grain and Yan Hua Duwei, for example, primarily trained in the Self Sect, seeking out exotic plants and cultivating them selectively to find ’derivative species’ suitable for human consumption.

Of course, regardless of the position, Heavenly Time, Earth Advantage, and Self Sect are all indispensable.

The popular Heavenly Time Sect did not exclude other sects, it just prioritized them.

This prioritization was more evident in some positions.

"In my opinion, the Heavenly Time Institute, Geography Institute, Pinghuai Institute, and Taicang Institute are all important."

"The Divine Might Army has not yet assigned me a role. However, I find it easier to cultivate spells from the Heavenly Time Sect and Earth Advantage Sect in my usual practice."

Zhao Xing first expressed his view that all four institutes were important, thus offending no one.

Then he stated the facts, saying he found it quicker to cultivate spells from the Heavenly Time Sect and Earth Advantage Sect in his usual practice.

This meant he was open to joining any institute.

In fact, Zhao Xing truly felt this way. He could achieve results with both the Heavenly Time Sect and Earth Advantage Sect right now.

As for the Self Sect, Zhao Xing planned to focus on it after reaching the fifth rank.

Reaching Gathering Essence’s fiftieth level would mean truly entering the Dao when cultivating the Self Sect.

Before then, it was just minor practice, suitable for subsidiary study but not worth excessive energy.

"Hmm." Zuo Zizhi nodded slightly. Zhao Xing’s answer didn’t surprise him and matched the thoughts of most people now.

"What spells from the Earth Advantage Sect have you cultivated?" Lu Bang asked.

"I’ve cultivated the Xuantu Skill, Earth Palace Skill, Ksitigarbha Skill, and Earth Splitting Technique," Zhao Xing pondered, "The Xuantu Skill is at the Seventh Transition. I cultivated two spells from the Earth Palace Skill, one at Seventh Transition, and one at Eighth Transition."

"One Ksitigarbha Skill at Sixth Transition, and one Earth Splitting Technique at Seventh Transition."

He didn’t mention specific spells by name as the Ksitigarbha Skill was somewhat taboo.

However, Lu Bang didn’t need the detailed names, just the realms and number of spells in cultivation.

After Zhao Xing finished speaking, Lu Bang revealed the real reason for the talk, "Since you mentioned being proficient in both Heavenly Time and Earth Advantage, I won’t beat around the bush either."

Lu Bang continued, "You will certainly be evaluated as top-tier talent. Regardless of whether you join the Heavenly Time Institute, Geography Institute, Taicang Institute, or Pinghuai Institute, the other three institutes’ comprehension lands and precious resources won’t be denied to you."

"The only difference in joining an institute lies in the mentor you will follow. Do you understand my meaning?"

Zhao Xing nodded, "I understand."

If he were rated top-tier, he would get top-tier training resources. Regardless of the institute, he would have priority in accessing resources from other institutes as well.

However, if rated second-tier, there would be distinctions. Certain resources might need a queue, or he may not get them at all.

Lu Bang said, "Since you understand, I’ll be straightforward."

"The Marquis Tian of the Geography Institute asked me to look out for some good seedlings."

"After hearing your proficiency in Earth Advantage Sect spells, I believe you are suited for the Geography Institute."

"The Marquis Tian is willing to mentor you personally. As long as what you said isn’t false, entering the Geography Institute will guarantee you the top-tier resources."

Zhao Xing listened quietly. It seemed the Geography Institute intended to secure him by the fourth checkpoint.