Immortality Starts With Ignorant Heart Sword Art

Chapter 250: Zhong Cang, Treated as a National Hero

"Your Majesty, the human race has always been encroaching on our territory, trying to regain control of the rivers on land. We are not on the same side as them!"

"The human race is powerful, and it is not in our best interest!"

"I have heard of Zhong Cang from the Cloud Firmament Sect. He is the most outstanding genius of his generation and has achieved great feats that dominate a region. If such a powerful person were to develop, it would definitely lead to conflicts with our Cloud Dream Dragon Palace."

"The Cloud Firmament Sect has been at war with the Monster Race, and their attitude towards non-human races..."

Although they were unwilling to give up the dragon veins and the power they held, the water-based Great Monsters were not foolish. They did not directly advise against it, but from various angles, they discussed how Zhong Cang's growth would be detrimental to the Cloud Dream Dragon Palace, hoping to persuade the Dragon King to change his decision.

In response, the Dragon King at the head did not reply but instead looked down at his three sons.

"You three, share your opinions as well."

Upon hearing this, the three dragon princes glanced at each other and finally, the third prince of the Dragon Palace was the first to speak, expressing his opinion.

"Father, I think it would be good to agree to this matter. After all, being kind to the human race is the national policy you have set."

Unlike the interests of the water-based Great Monsters, the three true dragon princes wanted to give up the dragon veins. After all, if the offspring of the Great Monsters transformed into true dragons, they would also have the right to inherit the Cloud Dream Dragon Palace.

Although the old Dragon King favored his own offspring, the position of the Dragon King could not be designated. As long as they were true dragons, they had the qualifications to seize it, and ultimately, the strongest would claim it.

The three true dragon princes had no intention of having an additional "brother" unless they were foolish.

As for the transformation of the water-based Great Monsters into true dragons, it would boost the overall strength of the Dragon Race. Once they firmly established their position as the Dragon King, they would selectively promote their subordinates.

...

In this way, in order to reduce the competition for the throne, the third prince of the Dragon Palace, at the first opportunity, chose to agree.

As for the concerns of others about the Cloud Firmament Sect's power, which would cause losses to their own side, he also had an argument.

"The Cloud Firmament Sect is located north of the Monster Kingdom, and beyond that is the North Sea of Ice. The defeated old monsters of the Monster Race have taken refuge in the North Sea of Ice. No matter how powerful Zhong Cang is, dealing with the Monster Kingdom will consume all his efforts. He simply does not have the ability to expand his influence!"

Upon hearing this, the Dragon King still did not respond but instead looked at his thirteenth son.

This son supported the proposal of the water-based Great Monsters.

It was not that he wanted to have more brothers, but rather, the right to succeed the Dragon King was firmly in the hands of the third prince of the Dragon Palace. In order to seize power, he planned to first contact and win over the water-based Great Monsters.

In this situation, he naturally had to oppose his third brother.

After the thirteenth son spoke up, the seventeenth son of the Dragon King also voiced his opinion.

This son seemed to know that he had no hope of becoming the Dragon King, and therefore, he did not agree with either proposal and instead suggested a compromise.

"Father, if we give the dragon veins to Zhong Cang, it will enhance his strength. If we refuse the trade, it will make the Cloud Firmament Sect resentful. We might as well adopt a neutral stance."

"Neutral? How do we remain neutral?"

The seventeenth son's words piqued the Dragon King's interest, and for the first time, he asked a question.

"Sit back and watch the tigers fight... There are more than just our Dragon Race who do not want Zhong Cang to become too powerful. Those sects, although they belong to the same Dao Sect as the Cloud Firmament Sect, also do not want the Cloud Firmament Sect to grow. Otherwise, they would not have been competing with each other at the banquet in the Dragon Palace."

"And since they don't want it, we have a reason. We can respond to the Cloud Firmament Sect's envoy by saying that we would like to agree to the trade, but other Dao Sects are unwilling and have been obstructing it."

After hearing this response, the Dragon King pondered for a while and finally spoke, "Do as you said, but tell the people from the Cloud Firmament Sect that I am willing to give them a chance... The winner of the dragon veins will be rewarded at the Dragon Palace banquet."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

With the Dragon King's decision, no matter what the people below thought, they dared not show it in front of the Dragon King.

As a result, the dragon veins became the prize of the Dragon Palace banquet.

As this news spread, it also spread among the cultivators, Great Monsters, and dragon princes who were attending the banquet.

Curiosity, admiration, and a desire to prove oneself arose in response to Zhong Cang's arrival.

The reputation of dominating a region was something they also desired.

...

Unconcerned about the commotion outside, Zhong Cang, under the guidance of Qing Qiu, had arrived at the Cloud Dream Dragon Marsh, which was shrouded in mist and vast as the sea.

From a high altitude, the Dragon City built by the Dragon Palace in Yunmeng Dragon Marsh is like a pearl, embellishing the most beautiful and spiritually abundant place in Yunmeng Longze.

The vast Yunmeng Dragon Marsh also nurtures a large number of dragon descendants and a group of water-based Great Monsters.

In Zhong Cang's perception, this place is even slightly superior to the Cloud Firmament Sect headquarters, both in terms of strength and resources.

"No wonder they say the Dragon Race is wealthy..."

Amidst his sigh, Zhong Cang also descended from the clouds and followed Qing Qiu Shangren into the Four Seas Pavilion.

The Dragon City also has a Four Seas Pavilion, and according to rumors, one of the forces behind the Four Seas Pavilion is the Dragon Race.

Of course, this has nothing to do with Zhong Cang.

At this moment, what he cares most about is the issue of malevolent energy.

After contacting the elders stationed here from the Cloud Firmament Sect, Zhong Cang quickly learned the latest news.

"Due to the obstruction of many cultivators, the Dragon Palace is unable to trade with the Cloud Firmament Sect, but the Dragon Lord is willing to give an opportunity to use malevolent energy as a reward for the Dragon Palace banquet..."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Cang fell into contemplation.

On the other hand, Qing Qiu Shangren looked displeased.

"Opportunity? Hmph, does that old dragon think our Cloud Firmament Sect is foolish? How could we casually reveal such confidential information and let other sects know?"

"And, valuing it? I think he just doesn't want to give up the resources offered by the Cloud Firmament Sect!"

Qing Qiu Shangren's words instantly made Zhong Cang aware of the game being played.

The obstruction from the Dragon Palace also lowered Zhong Cang's initial impression of them.

After all, the Cloud Firmament Sect did not obtain their resources for nothing; they offered double, or even multiple times the resources for the trade.

In this situation, if they still haven't agreed, it naturally means they have other intentions.

While Zhong Cang was contemplating, Qing Qiu Shangren anxiously spoke up.

"What did the sect say in response to the Dragon Palace?"

"The sect has made three preparations. First, they will send someone to persuade the Dragon Lord of Yunmeng. Second, they will seek other Dragon Lords to trade for Earthly Fiend Qi. Third, they will contact some sects that have a good relationship with us to search for Central Wugui Sha and Xuanhuang Dimu Qi."

"... "

The sect's actions left Zhong Cang silent.

At the same time, he felt endless gratitude in his heart.

There was no way not to be moved. After all, in Zhong Cang's heart, the fact that the sect could continue to maintain contact with the Dragon Lord of Yunmeng was already taking great care of him.

As for contacting other Dragon Lords or discussing with other sects, these matters were not trivial and required great effort.

But for his sake, the sect used all means at their disposal, which was already a demonstration of the sect's dedication to his cultivation.

Being treated as a national scholar in this way naturally deeply touched Zhong Cang.

Currently, Zhong Cang's sense of recognition towards the Cloud Firmament Sect has reached its peak.

At the same time, Zhong Cang no longer worries about his Astral Fiend Qi.

When a sect goes all out, their power is immense. He is confident that he will definitely be able to integrate the top Astral Fiend Qi, at most just delaying it for a bit.

...

Zhong Cang thought that the sect seeking Astral Fiend Qi for him was the limit of what the sect could do.

But soon, he discovered that he had underestimated the sect's value and the horror of being cultivated by a sect that went all out.

That night, another Shangren arrived at the Dragon City in Yunmeng, riding on clouds and mist, and brought him a large amount of resources.

Those resources included the essence of the Earthly Mother, the divine water formed by the convergence of the sun, moon, and stars, naturally nurtured thousand-year vermilion fruits, and 2,400-year Primordial Yang flowers...

Obtaining various resources that can stabilize his foundation and enhance his cultivation, Zhong Cang discovered a terrifying fact.

His cultivation in the mid-stage of Foundation Building seems to be accelerating by a thousand or even a hundredfold.

"I might be able to complete the mid-stage of Foundation Building within a year!"

"Hiss..."

(End of this chapter)