Chapter 54: Night Meeting with Qian Renxue
Do you take me for a fool!
Hearing Ning Fengzhi's proposal, Xiao Yu was utterly infuriated. Ning Fengzhi had been talking for so long just to get his hands on the soul tool manufacturing technology without spending a dime.
As for profit sharing, leaving aside the uncertainty of Ning Fengzhi's verbal promises, according to Ning Fengzhi's cooperation method, the shop would be owned by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, the clients would belong to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, and the account books would be in the hands of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
How much profit there would be each year would still depend on Ning Fengzhi's word. Did he, Xiao Yu, have "sucker" written on his forehead?
Xiao Yu firmly rejected, "Sect Master Ning, the soul tool manufacturing technology is the highest secret of our Nine Star Palace and absolutely cannot be disclosed!"
As expected, it's not possible?
Ning Fengzhi sighed inwardly, then changed his tone, "In that case, would it be possible for me to purchase a batch of soul tools from Young Hall Master Xiao?"
"Of course!"
Xiao Yu nodded and said, "Later, I can prepare a list for Sect Master Ning to choose from."
Xiao Yu had previously given a list of soul tools to the Nine Heart Begonia Clan at a friendly price, but for Ning Fengzhi, there was no need for such courtesy.
He intended to charge as much as possible. After all, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan was the richest clan in the world and wouldn't mind spending a little extra money.
Ning Fengzhi cupped his hands in thanks, "Thank you, Young Hall Master!"
Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi had both roughly achieved their goals for this trip. After some polite conversation, they took their leave.
Shortly after leaving the Sunset Forest, the two parties parted ways. Xue Qinghe, with his four grateful Soul Douluos, returned to Heaven Dou City, while Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo headed towards the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
"Uncle Jian, what do you think of that Young Hall Master Xiao Yu?"
On the way, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but ask Sword Douluo.
Chen Xin replied gravely, "With those two Titled Douluo present, I didn't dare to overstep. However, I felt the boy's soul power was abundant and his blood energy vigorous. Among his peers, I fear none would be his match!"
"His talent is extraordinary, but even more so is his sharp mind. At such a young age, he handles things flawlessly and is exceptionally astute."
Ning Fengzhi sighed with a hint of regret, "It's a pity. If that child weren't the Young Master of the Nine Star Palace and was alone, I would go to any lengths to bring him into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan!"
Chen Xin nodded in agreement. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan was currently in a period of transition.
The only promising talent was Ning Fengzhi's daughter, Ning Rongrong, who had innate level nine soul power.
However, she was ultimately just a support-type soul master, needing strong teammates to protect her to fully utilize the terrifying auxiliary abilities of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
If Xiao Yu could join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and grow under their protection, achieving the rank of Titled Douluo in the future to support Ning Rongrong, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan could prosper for another century.
Unfortunately, Xiao Yu already bore the label of his affiliated clan, making it impossible for him to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
Therefore, Ning Fengzhi could only leave it with a sigh, "Regardless, for now, let's maintain a friendly relationship with the Nine Star Palace. We'll take things one step at a time and see what the future holds."
A few days after Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi left, Yu Yuanzhen finally gathered three soul bones over 30,000 years old and rushed to the Sunset Forest to redeem his people.
Unlike Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi, Yu Yuanzhen was not so courteous. Upon arrival, he threw down the three soul bones and stormed off with his three clan elders in a huff.
Xiao Yu shrugged at Yu Yuanzhen's rudeness, showing he didn't care. After all, the future of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was already sealed.
Even if Bibi Dong's hunting plan had an unexpected outcome in a few years, Xiao Yu would personally step in to ensure the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's complete annihilation.
A month later, the Nine Star Palace's Heaven Dou branch in the Sunset Forest was completed, and the soul tool business with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan was also settled. Xiao Yu then led his group back to prepare for the registration of their academy.
The return journey was much more comfortable than when Xiao Yu first came. The Heaven Dou Imperial Family went to great lengths to strengthen their relationship with the Nine Star Palace, covering all expenses along the way. There was no need to spend money on inns or taverns, as they were directly accommodated in official stations.
The officials at the stations clearly received instructions to treat Xiao Yu and his party with utmost care, almost worshipping them.
Xiao Yu naturally saw no reason to refuse such hospitality. Staying at official stations also saved a lot of unnecessary trouble.
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"Who goes there?"
In the middle of the night, a shout interrupted Xiao Yu's meditation. He quickly got up and rushed outside.
In the courtyard, Aiolia and Milo stood side by side, facing two black-robed figures. Ye Renxin, the patriarch of the Nine Heart Begonia Clan who had returned with Xiao Yu, arrived a bit later, trailing behind Milo and Aiolia.
"As expected of a Titled Douluo with a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring, your senses are indeed sharp!"
The speaker was the figure on the left, his voice somewhat hoarse. "No need to be so tense. We mean no harm today. We are here by the order of our master to invite Young Hall Master Xiao Yu for a meeting."
"Hiding your faces, why should we trust you?"
Ye Renxin scolded them angrily and transmitted a message to Xiao Yu using soul power, "Xiao Yu, be careful. These two are likely Titled Douluo. They are not to be taken lightly!"
"Young Hall Master Xiao Yu, a young hero, surely you have the courage for this?"
The person on the right spoke with a hint of mockery in his tone.
"Don't try to goad me. That doesn't work on me!"
Xiao Yu replied calmly, "But I'm in a good mood today, so I'll go with you."
"Xiao Yu!"
Ye Renxin was alarmed and wanted to dissuade Xiao Yu.
Xiao Yu gave Ye Renxin a reassuring look. "Grandpa Ye, don't worry. I know what I'm doing. I also have a good guess about who wants to see me. You stay here and look after everyone. I'll be back soon!"
Seeing Xiao Yu agree, the two black-robed figures said no more. They turned and left, with Xiao Yu and Aiolia and Milo following closely behind, flying out of the station.
The five of them flew in two clear groups, with two in front and three in the back. After leaving the city and flying for more than ten miles, they finally landed.
It's her!
Upon landing, Xiao Yu saw the person waiting there. She was a tall young woman, about eighteen years old, with a high nose, snow-white skin, and phoenix eyes exuding authority. She wore an elegant court dress made of gold threads, radiating an aura of noble elegance.
Qian Renxue!
Xiao Yu immediately recognized her. After all, he had concealed her martial soul sensing from Ning Fengzhi, and she must have been filled with doubts. Xiao Yu had anticipated that she would seek a meeting but hadn't expected her to come in person.
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