Time passed quickly.

When Xu Guang was already planning to pack his things and head to the Shen Family's large dining hall with General Wei.

An unexpected persuader arrived.

"I am Xiang Chunxiang from the Xiang Family in Chuannan Prefecture, I have met the Elephant Master."

Chuannan Prefecture?

Xu Guang was taken aback, did not expect his reputation to have spread to Chuannan Prefecture.

The entire map of Zouchuan Dao looks like a long strip, with Songjiang Prefecture, where Qingshuo County is located, at the far north, and Chuannan Prefecture in the center, with Songjiang and Changsong Prefectures in between.

Could it be Ou Nanyu?

Xu Guang thought in his heart, yet politely invited the other inside.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Xiang, the title of Elephant Master is merely empty words from Jianghu, not to be taken seriously. Mr. Xiang can just call me Xu Guang."

Xiang Chunxiang smiled slightly and softly said, "I represent the Xiang Family and invite Mr. Xu to join Chuannan Prefecture..."

Xu Guang was not surprised.

He just calmly listened to the subsequent words.

Benefits and such are the main focus.

"Every year, you can choose five Spirit Crystals of any attribute, and also enjoy the honorary Grand Elder treatment of our Xiang Family. With your strength, you are already a top expert in our family."

Upon hearing this, Xu Guang gained a rough understanding of the Xiang Family's strength.

Not to mention they couldn't compare to the Shen and Song Families, they might not even match the Gao Family of Songjiang Prefecture?

Of course, this does not rule out the possibility that the other party looks down on him and is just offering a casual benefit to fulfill a task.

In his heart, he was already thinking about sending the guest off.

Then Xiang Chunxiang spoke again.

"Our Xiang Family can't compare to the Song Clan of Songjiang Prefecture, nor to the Shen Family of Changsong Prefecture, and our benefits can't compare to them either. However, I am here not only representing the Xiang Family but also Jiufeng Mountain behind us."

"Jiufeng Mountain is willing to offer you the position of Steward stationed in Chuannan Prefecture at the Deacon Pavilion, inviting Mr. Xu. Additionally, we promise to give you a slot in the next opening of the Spirit Refining Pool. If Mr. Xu is interested, you might even formally join Jiufeng Mountain to cultivate the Nine Fruits Secret Technique."

Xiang Chunxiang's voice had a hint of excitement.

The conditions offered by Jiufeng Mountain left him utterly amazed.

This is comparable to the treatment for the Sixth Grade Great Training Level.

What surprised him the most was the slot in the Spirit Refining Pool.

Entering the Spirit Refining Pool can refine the Spirit Bone, transforming one's physique, increasing comprehension and aptitude.

Jiufeng Mountain itself doesn't have many slots. Besides, there are other factors, such as human exchanges and Daoist family trades. Only three or four disciples from Jiufeng Mountain can enter every five years.

Unexpectedly, they were willing to offer one to Xu Guang.

This matter was personally brought by Wine Daoist from Jiufeng Mountain to discuss with the Xiang Family.

The Xiang Family is not a noble family, with only three Innate experts, and their only pride is someone in their family currently studying under Master Fu Feng at the Wanhua Institute of Jiufeng Mountain.

The Xiang Family is too small to invite such Elder Tributor.

But having come all the way to Qingshuo County, Xu Guang's achievements had already been well understood by him.

Thus, the initial resistance in his heart completely turned into excitement.

What future achievements could such a young Innate Expert achieve?

Who could know?

This was a major opportunity for the Xiang Family.

However, reflecting on the things Xu Guang needed to do to get this Spirit Refining Pool slot, it didn't seem like he was taking much advantage.

Xu Guang finally became interested.

These conditions...

Far exceeded the highest offer from the Shen Family.

"May I ask, which Zhenren from Jiufeng Mountain made the promise?"

Xiang Chunxiang did not hide it and replied, "Wine Daoist from the Chuamen Institute."

Xu Guang suddenly understood.

He knew that there probably wouldn't be any better offer than from the Xiang Family.

...

The matter of joining Chuannan Prefecture was basically settled.

However, before heading over, Xu Guang needed to understand the situation in Chuannan Prefecture.

The result was not ideal.

Due to the presence of the Cha Family, this area was deeply infiltrated by the Celestial Destiny Sect, and it was in chaos, with Jiufeng Mountain and the other three major forces in Zouchuan Dao sending people annually to maintain order.

As for Chuannan Prefecture itself, it was full of intrigue, with remnants of the Cha Family stirring up trouble everywhere, and facing the Barbarians across the mountains.

The trouble indeed was not small.

However, in Xu Guang's view, these were not big matters.

He loves peace and is somewhat of a homebody, so wherever he goes, he's not likely to offend others for no reason.

The mountain ranges near Chuannan Prefecture are connected to Wangdang Mountain, home to numerous Fierce Ghosts, so relatively speaking, the Spirit Crystals in Chuannan Prefecture aren't particularly scarce.

In places rich in resources, it's easy to attract strong individuals, which Xu Guang can understand.

Though the 'salary' for being the Steward in Chuannan Prefecture may not be high, it should still be a lucrative position.

Having gained a general idea, Xu Guang decided to agree to it.

At this point, Xiang Chunxiang revealed something peculiar.

"There is something Mr. Xu should know..."

Xu Guang frowned, a sense of foreboding rising in his heart, could this be a trap?

"The name of the Elephant Master is extremely famous in Chuannan Prefecture, and its news has already caused a sensation throughout Chuannan Prefecture. Probably Mr. Xu also knows that Chuannan is full of Celestial Destiny Demons...

Wine Daoist said, should you decide to go to Chuannan, you might face assassination attempts from Celestial Destiny Demons of Chuannan Prefecture..."

Xu Guang's forehead was already lined with black streaks.

He hated trouble, didn't expect Wine Daoist to set it up for him.

However, after some consideration, he suddenly asked.

"How many Stewards are there in Chuannan Prefecture City?"

"The Jiang Family, Jiufeng Mountain, Dragon Gate, and Taiyi Alliance each have one Steward."

It seemed this was not as simple as he initially thought...

However, the intricate connections, Xu Guang felt he needed to ponder more about, as such deep political and strategic matters were beyond his understanding due to a lack of information.

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