Immortal Clan: I have a Tree of Creation

Wang Shuzhen took out an ironwood box from the house.

After unlocking the lock, a count was taken.

"The total is two hundred and thirty-two taels, and it's all here."

The couple's hard work over ten years had yielded a total of 232 taels of silver.

Most of it was accumulated in recent years.

As the three children grew up, the expenses increased.

Now that we've decided to send Shan'er to learn martial arts, there will naturally be a significant increase in expenses.

Zhou Chengnan first took the remaining thirty-two taels of silver, then after thinking for a moment, he took another thirty taels.

Now, all the family's belongings are left with only 170 taels.

It is a common saying that the poor study literature while the rich study martial arts, and the expenses of learning martial arts are enormous, far beyond what ordinary families can afford.

"This is all we need for now. Brother Lu, you'll need to make some arrangements as well. We can't skimp on this money."

With the goal of earning a thousand taels of silver getting closer and closer, I should have kept up the good work and exchanged it for a cultivation technique as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, there was nothing we could do; the children's future couldn't be jeopardized.

If Shan'er can achieve something in his studies, he will be a great help to his family in the future.

Zhou Chengnan had already made up his mind that there was no need to rush the matter of cultivating immortality.

"Yes, we can't skimp on this money," Wang Shuzhen wholeheartedly agreed.

"You must thank them properly; you can't let Shan'er be bullied at the martial arts school."

"Don't worry, my wife..."

......

a few days later.

Anshan County, Jingang Martial Arts School.

The Vajra Martial Arts School gets its name from its unique martial art, the "Vajra Palm".

It is said that the founder of the Vajra Martial Arts School was a renowned martial arts master in the Liang Kingdom, enjoying a high reputation in the region.

Although the current Jin Gang Martial Arts School is not as glorious as it once was, it is still one of the three major martial arts schools in Anshan County. Every year, countless families want to send their children to Jin Gang Martial Arts School to learn martial arts.

Getting into a martial arts school isn't just about paying tuition.

The martial arts school consists of one main hall and six branch halls.

At this moment, many children are practicing standing meditation in the main square.

"Brother Lu, Shan'er hasn't come out for so long, is it because...?" A look of worry appeared on Zhou Chengnan's face.

Shan'er has been taken inside by the martial arts school's master to have her aptitude examined for more than half an hour.

"Don't worry, my dear brother." Lu Songyue remained as serious as ever, but his words were full of concern.

"Deng Ming and I are sworn brothers, he won't refuse to help with this little thing."

"Shan'er is a child with exceptional talent, there is absolutely no reason not to accept him. Let's just wait patiently."

"good......"

After a while, the courtyard gate finally opened.

"Brother Deng, how is it?"

The burly man, addressed as Brother Deng, led Zhou Yuanshan out.

"Old Lu, you've brought me a great prospect!" Deng Ming's face was full of surprise.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Chengnan and Lu Songyue exchanged a glance and both felt relieved.

—It's safe!

"This child has abundant energy and a strong physique far surpassing his peers, and his bones are exceptional, making him a top-tier talent in martial arts." Deng Ming patted Zhou Yuanshan on the shoulder. "The little guy is very hardworking, and I like him very much."

Very good......

Zhou Chengnan quickly pulled his son over: "Shan'er, hurry up and pay your respects to your master."

"No, no, no!" Deng Ming hurriedly waved his hands.

"I'm not qualified to be his teacher."

"this......."

Deng Ming pointed to the courtyard behind him and then explained, "Our senior brother is making an exception and is willing to teach him personally."

"You mean...that person?" Lu Songyue's eyes lit up.

Deng Ming nodded, feeling quite pleased: "Yes, Senior Brother Huo has been back for many years, and this time he's finally willing to take on a disciple."

The "senior brother" they were referring to was actually Huo Jiangchuan, the direct disciple of the current master of the Vajra Martial Arts Academy.

It is said that... Huo Jiangchuan is a martial artist at the Innate Realm!

"That would be perfect." A rare smile appeared on Lu Songyue's face.

"Lord Huo personally accepted him as a disciple; Shan'er's opportunity is truly extraordinary!"

Zhou Chengnan quickly thanked them with his son, and at the same time, he consciously handed over the money bag containing the tuition fee.

"Thank you, Brother Deng."

"I hope Brother Deng will take care of my son who will be studying at the martial arts school in the back of the mountain."

"I don't seek fame or fortune, I only wish that my son will not be bullied..."

Being able to learn martial arts from a martial artist at the Innate Realm is indeed a great opportunity.

Looking at the entire Anshan County, those with innate martial arts skills can be considered important figures.

Deng Ming took the money bag, and as soon as he touched it, he noticed something unusual.

This money... is too much, at least double.

The tuition fee at the Vajra Martial Arts School is two taels of silver per month, and the price is the same whether the apprenticeship is for three years or ten years.

Based on an annual calculation, Zhou Yuanshan should be required to pay 24 taels of silver.

And there must be at least fifty taels of silver in this money bag.

Deng Ming accepted the silver without batting an eye, and instantly looked at Zhou Chengnan with newfound respect.

It is truly rare for a farmer to have such insight.

"You're too kind. Now that they've joined my Vajra Martial Arts School, we martial arts instructors will take good care of all the children."

"Besides..."

"Since Old Lu personally delivered this child, Deng Ming will naturally treat him as his own and take good care of him!"

The three of them had a very pleasant conversation.

Finally, Lu Songyue suggested going to the escort agency.

"Brother Zhou, you can rest assured that Shan'er is in Brother Deng's care."

Deng Ming tried to persuade them to stay, saying, "Won't you stay for a cup of tea?"

"Maybe next time. I have things to do at the security company, so I won't drink."

The matter of him becoming an apprentice and learning martial arts was thus settled.

Three days later, the apprenticeship ceremony will be held, at which point the formal cultivation will begin.

Zhou Chengnan took Shan'er for half a day to stroll around the county town.

The father and son, unusually, did not go home for dinner, but instead found a restaurant in the city and ordered a few dishes.

This was my first time eating out, and I had a "big meal".

"Shan'er, quick, here's your favorite braised pork." Zhou Chengnan put a large piece of steaming braised pork on his son's plate.

From now on, Zhou Yuanshan will leave home and stay at the martial arts school to train.

According to the rules of the King Kong Martial Arts School, apprentices are allowed to go home once every two weeks for three days each time.

In other words, Shan'er will spend most of his time at the martial arts school from now on.

This is undoubtedly very difficult for a child who is not yet ten years old to accept.

Even though Zhou Yuanshan was well-behaved and sensible, and even though he was much taller than his peers.

"Dad, I'm a little sad." Zhou Yuanshan didn't touch his chopsticks and suddenly squeezed out a sentence.

Zhou Chengnan froze, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared.

He already thought he was fully prepared and had armed himself with an iron will.

But when the incident actually happened, looking at my son's innocent face, I still felt a little reluctant.

"Shan'er, will your father and mother come to visit you often from now on?"

"Father..." Zhou Yuanshan's eyes welled up with tears.

"I don't want to learn martial arts anymore."

"If I learn martial arts in the county town, there will be no one to help Father with the work. Father will have to work the fields all by himself, and I will not be able to bear it."

"Shan'er..." Zhou Chengnan was speechless for a moment.

This child wasn't thinking of himself, but rather worried about his father being burdened.

He put his arm around his son's shoulder and sighed.

"Shan'er, I'm going to tell you a secret, but you mustn't tell anyone."

He leaned in and whispered something in Zhou Yuanshan's ear, and Zhou Yuanshan suddenly jumped up.

"Father, are you really going to break through to the Blood Refinement stage...?"

"Shh!" Zhou Chengnan quickly covered his son's mouth.

"Let's eat."