Chapter 117: The Opening of the Soul Master Tournament
Ning Fengzhi hesitated, but seeing this, Tang Yuehua increased her offer, raising the profit share for the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect from 20% to 40%.
After a fierce internal struggle, Ning Fengzhi finally decided to help Tang Hao. He instructed the steward to find some rare medicinal herbs to treat the internal injuries of the Tang siblings.
Once the Tang siblings left, Bone Douluo, who had been silently hiding in the shadows, emerged and said, "Fengzhi, you know Tang Hao was severely injured by people from Nine Stars Palace. Why are you helping him? Don't forget, we sacrificed four 50,000-year-old spirit bones just to make peace with Nine Stars Palace!"
Sword Douluo appeared behind Bone Douluo without saying a word, but the look in his eyes showed that he shared the same doubts.
Ning Fengzhi responded seriously, "At first, I was uncertain too, but then I realized something. Those four spirit bones were only to ensure that Nine Stars Palace wouldn't pursue past grievances. In truth, the rift between us hasn't disappeared. Moreover, Nine Stars Palace is full of powerful individuals, and even now, we still don't fully understand their true strength. I have a bad feeling about this—if we form an alliance with them, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect might end up as their subordinate."
Bone Douluo pressed on, "But by helping Tang Hao, will the Clear Sky Sect appreciate it? Strictly speaking, Tang Hao isn't even part of the Clear Sky Sect anymore!"
"Rest assured, Bone Uncle!" Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly and said, "If Tang Hao merely wanted herbs to heal his injuries, he wouldn't have needed to send Tang Yuehua. After all, his title of Clear Sky Douluo is enough to grant him entry into the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. By bringing Tang Yuehua, he was subtly reminding me that the bond between the Tang siblings is as strong as ever, and even now, the title of Clear Sky Douluo, which should belong to the sect master of Clear Sky Sect, still belongs to him."
Bone Douluo's tone shifted, "Since you've already decided to side with the Clear Sky Sect, then we two old fellows will support you wholeheartedly. However, the strength of Nine Stars Palace is unfathomable, so unless we have no choice, it's best not to confront them."
"Of course!" Ning Fengzhi nodded. "I believe Tang Hao also understands the terrifying power of Nine Stars Palace after that battle. He already harbors deep hatred toward Spirit Hall, so I don't think he's foolish enough to provoke a sect even stronger than Clear Sky Sect. As long as he doesn't make any rash moves, who would ever know that it was us, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, who provided him with the herbs to heal?"
Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo both nodded in agreement. As long as Tang Hao didn't stir up trouble, everything would remain peaceful.
After obtaining a few rare medicinal herbs from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, Tang Hao stayed at Yuexuan to slowly recover. His injuries were so severe that he couldn't cause any trouble, and so, Heaven Dou City finally enjoyed a long-awaited period of peace.
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Spring passed and autumn came. Another year had gone by, and Xiao Yu finally welcomed the opening day of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament.
Over the past year, aside from dealing with the Sunset Forest incident, Xiao Yu had been in closed-door cultivation. The other members of the Nine Stars team had been doing the same—besides necessary trips outside, they were all focused on enhancing their spirit power and combat abilities within the academy, resulting in significant improvements in strength.
- Captain Xiao Yu, twin martial souls: Nether Apostle and Death Scythe. He is a Level 66 Assault-type Soul Emperor with one yellow, two purple, and three black spirit rings.
From the four 50,000-year spirit bones sent by the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, Xiao Yu chose two from relatively weaker spirit beasts and exchanged them in the system's shop for diamonds. Along with his accumulated diamonds, he was able to acquire a 100,000-year Hades Dragon right arm spirit bone.
With two 100,000-year spirit bones, Xiao Yu was confident that he could defeat even high-level Soul Saints like Flender and Zhao Wuji.
- Vice-Captain Eden, martial soul: Thunder Sovereign. He is a Level 59 Control-type Battle Soul King with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
- Member Yi Hui, martial soul: Fire Phoenix. He is a Level 58 Assault-type Battle Soul King with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
- Member Zi Long, martial soul: Azure Dragon. He is a Level 56 Assault-type Battle Soul King with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
- Member Rong Dou, martial soul: Thick Earth Greedy Wolf. He is a Level 54 Agility-type Battle Soul King with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
- Member Ye Lengleng, martial soul: Nine Stars Begonia. She is a Level 53 Support-type Battle Soul King with two yellow, two purple, and one black spirit ring.
- Member Cang Mo, martial soul: Flame Lion. He is a Level 53 Assault-type Battle Soul King with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
Team Member Yuna, martial soul: Whirlwind Hawk, Level 51 Agility-type Battle Soul King, with one yellow, two purple, and two black spirit rings.
Team Member Mi Yimei, martial soul: Harp, Level 49 Support-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
Team Member Dugu Yan, martial soul: Golden Dragon, Level 48 Assault-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
After the evolution of her martial soul, Dugu Yan lost her poison-based control ability. Under the guidance of Dugu Bo and other experts from Nine Stars Palace, she decisively abandoned her poison control method and switched to an assault-oriented path.
Team Member Xie Wu, martial soul: Qilin, Level 47 Agility-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
Team Member Huo Wu, martial soul: Fire Shadow, Level 46 Control-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
After deepening her relationship with Xiao Yu, Huo Wu naturally received special treatment. Xiao Yu gifted her a pill made from immortal herbs. Although she consumed the pill later than expected, the effects had just begun to manifest. Xiao Yu believed that in a few years, her cultivation would catch up.
Team Member Io, martial soul: Sea Phantom Beast, Level 44 Assault-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
Team Member Mei Yi, martial soul: Dolphin, Level 41 Agility-type Battle Soul Ancestor, with two yellow and two purple spirit rings.
In addition to the above team members, the Nine Stars team added four new members:
Meng Yiran, martial soul: Snake Staff, Level 39 Agility-type Battle Soul Elder, with two yellow and one purple spirit ring.
Yang Guan, martial soul: Soul-breaking Spear, Level 37 Assault-type Battle Soul Elder, with two yellow and one purple spirit ring. He is the nephew of Yang Wudi and the most talented among the younger generation of the Po family.
Niu Quan, martial soul: Plate-armored Rhinoceros, Level 36 Defense-type Battle Soul Elder, with two yellow and one purple spirit ring. He is the grandson of Niu Gao, the chief of the Yu family, and joined Nine Stars Academy at Yang Wudi's invitation.
Bai Ningxin, martial soul: Swift-tailed Swallow, Level 36 Agility-type Battle Soul Elder, with two yellow and one purple spirit ring. He is a young disciple of the Min family and was also invited to join Nine Stars Academy by Yang Wudi.
These four were brought into the Nine Stars team primarily as a favor to Yang Wudi and as a means to win over their influential elders—Dragon Duke Meng Shu, Serpent Lady Chao Tianxiang, and the leaders of the Yu and Min families—by giving them a chance to gain experience and visibility in the team.
(End of Chapter)
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