Chapter 587: Chapter 263: New System Features, Ten Benefits, Purple Mansion Spiritual Objects 2

Just before heading out.

Fu Changsheng hadn’t considered the matter of red envelopes.

After receiving them.

He nodded slightly to him:

"You go ahead."

Fu Yongshang cupped his hands, as if greased under his feet, turned around and started arranging matters for the shop.

When Fu Changsheng reached the entrance of the World Suppression Bureau, he saw that the guards were indeed more than usual, and upon seeing him, each cupped their hands:

"Congratulations to Fu Clan Leader"

"Congratulations to the Fu Family on their promotion to Eighth Grade!"

Fu Changsheng smiled and gave each of them a red envelope.

The guards, having received the red envelopes, beamed with joy, believing that with the Eighth-Grade Noble Family’s fortune, their year would surely go smoothly.

Watching the back of Fu Changsheng.

The guards gathered together, whispering:

"The Fu Family really is blessed with great fortune. Back when they were weak and isolated, Fu Clan Leader happened to save the only daughter of the Grand Elder of the Shangguan Family. With this favor, the Fu Family rose swiftly."

"After being promoted to Ninth Grade,"

"they encountered our previous Master Cao."

"Hey, Captain Cui, I hear a strong tone of envy in your words."

Captain Cui naturally didn’t acknowledge it.

However.

Who wouldn’t envy Fu Changsheng for his successful career and his beautiful and capable confidantes?

Alas.

Why could he only meet someone like Widow Wang...

.....

Fu Changsheng stepped into the Main Hall.

He saw Master Xu dressed in solemn Hall Master’s attire, his demeanor calm and serious, but there was a hint of joy in his gaze:

"Congratulations, Fu Clan Leader!"

Saying this.

From the tray held by the Vice Hall Master.

He respectfully lifted the imperial edict with both hands.

The document was elegantly wrapped in brocade, embroidered with a golden dragon pattern symbolizing royal majesty, which, under the light of the Main Hall, seemed ready to soar out.

Master Xu bowed in the direction of the Imperial Capital.

Then he unfolded the edict.

As her lips gently moved.

The edict buzzed.

One by one, runes flew out, forming an edict of conferment in the air.

Upon the promotion to Ninth Grade.

The conferment edict for noble families was drafted by the World Suppression Bureau.

But now the Eighth Grade edict.

Every word was personally penned by Emperor Wu of Zhou.

Fu Changsheng bowed towards the direction of the Imperial Capital, his heart filled with excitement. At this moment, they, the Fu Family, truly entered the ranks of noble families.

His gaze fell on the edict in the air.

He saw it elaborately written:

"I, endowed with the mandate of heaven, rule over all, govern through rewards and penalties, and elevate virtuous and meritorious noble families.

The Fu family, since its ancestors, has upheld loyalty and righteousness, securing borders and fostering education in the local areas, bringing blessings to the community.

The young members of the family are skilled in martial strategies, defending the country at the borders; during the Beast Tide, the Fu Family bravely led the charge, with family members either fighting, organizing defenses, or aiding the disaster-stricken, making exceptional contributions to the great endeavor against the Beast Tide, truly a family of loyalty and virtue.

Now, after careful consideration by me and the ministers of the Court.

The achievements, prestige, and family strength of the Fu Clan meet the standards of an Eighth-Grade Noble Family. Thus, they are conferred as an Eighth-Grade Noble Family, eligible to enjoy the respective privileges of an Eighth-Grade Noble Family.

I hope the Fu Clan, after the promotion, remains true to its origins, continuing to contribute to the prosperity of the Court and the well-being of the people with the strength of the family.

Let family virtues and style be exemplary, guiding local customs; let family wisdom and strength be foundational, consolidating the foundation of the Court. If there is any negligence or rebellion, the Court will not lightly forgive.

By imperial command!"

Buzz!

The conferment scripture trembled slightly.

Then it transformed into a stream of purple energy, rushing into the Ninth-Grade Noble Family Jade Seal within Fu Changsheng, which trembled slightly, its original Ninth-Grade mark now evidently turned into Eighth Grade.

The entire jade seal.

With the enhancement of the scripture.

With a boom.

Instantly elevated to a Tier Three Top-Grade Spiritual Artifact.

Another step and it would be the legendary artifact.

After his excitement subsided, Fu Changsheng quickly calmed down. The edict stated that their Fu Family could enjoy the rights of an Eighth-Grade Noble Family.

But did not enumerate them in detail:

"Master Xu, could you tell me what rights an Eighth-Grade Noble Family enjoys?"

This was their main motivation and goal for advancing to the Eighth Grade.

Master Xu pointed to the Grandmaster’s Chair beside him for Fu Changsheng to sit down first, then had the Vice Hall Master personally bring tea. After taking a sip, he slowly said:

"Upon promotion to Eighth Grade"

"There are ten rights you may enjoy."

"First, the tax on your fief’s annual income is reduced by twenty percent."

Hearing this, Fu Changsheng’s heart delighted.

Compared to other noble families.

Their Fu Family’s domain exceeded that of others by several times.

The annual tax remitted was a daunting figure, so a twenty percent reduction would undoubtedly greatly reduce the financial burden for the Fu Family.

"Secondly, your Fu Family may select two Qi Refining clan members, one Foundation Establishment, to attend the Great Zhou Academy."

The Great Zhou Academy? 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

Fu Changsheng was hearing about it for the first time.

Their location was truly too far removed from the Imperial Capital, making news scarce:

"Master Xu, could you tell me about the Great Zhou Academy?"

Master Xu gently set down his teacup.

His expression turned solemn:

"The Great Zhou Academy is our dynasty’s premier institution for cultivating talents. Its history is long, tracing back to the founding of the nation. The academy gathers the world’s top scholars and Golden Core Masters as teachers. Whether it’s the methods of cultivation or strategies of governance, all are meticulously taught."

Pausing for a moment.

In Master Xu’s eyes, a hint of pride appeared inadvertently:

"Within the academy is a Library Pavilion, known as the ’Myriad Phenomena Pavilion,’ housing countless precious texts and cultivation technique secret manuals. Some texts have been unearthed from ancient ruins, while others were authored by great scholars and Immortal Masters over the ages, their value immeasurable."