Chapter 223: Arrival of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ah Yin Takes Form!
While Su Yun and Ah Yin were undergoing their respective evolutions, in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Qian Renxue was as usual following Ning Fengzhi to learn. Over the years, through Ning Fengzhi, Qian Renxue had gained a comprehensive understanding of the hidden families and sects within the Tiandou Empire, which played a crucial role in her espionage work across different regions.
Inside the sect, Ning Rongrong was training under the guidance of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. Since the incident with Su Yun, Ning Rongrong had become increasingly dedicated to her cultivation. Freed from her engagement to Tang San, her enthusiasm for training had significantly increased, and her spirit power had now reached level thirty-eight.
Everything was proceeding as usual until suddenly, a surge of pure energy came from afar, enveloping the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and spreading toward Tiandou Imperial City.
Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, being top-tier combatants, were the first to detect the extraordinary nature of this energy, followed by Ning Fengzhi and Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe.
"Such a powerful energy." Sword Douluo captured a trace of the energy, letting it seep into his body to feel it more deeply, which made him exclaim in admiration.
While it was generally taboo for soul masters to allow unfamiliar soul power into their bodies, Sword Douluo was a top-tier Title Douluo. His body was protected by numerous sword auras, ready to slice any threatening soul power into pieces immediately.
"This soul power... it's coming from Sunset Forest?!" Bone Douluo frowned, "Isn't that the old poison Dugu Bo's territory? Since when does he have such vibrant life energy?"
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi emerged from his study with Qian Renxue, addressing the two Title Douluos, "Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, you've noticed it too?"
Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo nodded.
Qian Renxue, with her powerful martial soul, had also sensed the extraordinary energy. Knowing it originated from Sunset Forest—Dugu Bo's domain—she suggested, "Perhaps there's a heavenly treasure emerging in Sunset Forest."
Her suggestion was accepted by the three elders present, and they decided to head to Sunset Forest to investigate the cause.
Seeing this, Ning Rongrong naturally did not want to miss the opportunity and insisted on going along.
Ning Fengzhi initially refused his daughter's request, considering Dugu Bo's potent poison abilities challenging even for a Title Douluo like Bone Douluo. He didn't want his daughter to take risks.
Moreover, he had received information that Tang San of the Haotian Sect had completed his first spirit ring as a ten-thousand-year spirit ring—an excellent marital match. Naturally, Ning Fengzhi preferred his daughter to marry such a candidate rather than endure hardship at Dugu Bo's hands.
However, indulged by Bone Douluo, Ning Fengzhi eventually conceded and agreed to bring her along, not wanting to leave Qian Renxue, the disguised prince of the empire, alone in the sect.
Meanwhile, on the outskirts of Sunset Forest.
As Dugu Bo watched the arrival of the five individuals, his expression remained neutral: "What brings the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to my forest today? Have you come to visit this old man?"
He then bowed to Qian Renxue, "Greetings, Your Highness."
As Qian Renxue was disguised as the Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, Dugu Bo, who owed a debt of gratitude to the Xue family, naturally showed the royal prince due respect.
"There's no need for formalities," Qian Renxue nodded in return, showing her respect.
Bone Douluo stepped forward, addressing Dugu Bo directly, "Old poison, we'll cut to the chase. A burst of life energy emanated from here just now, and I presume you won't deny it?"
Knowing he couldn't hide it, Dugu Bo nodded, "Of course, but it's my own affair. I don't see a need to report it to you?"
"Moreover, you can feel that this energy poses no harm to you. Two Title Douluos and even the sect master himself have come in person. May I ask what exactly do you mean by this?"
Hearing the change in Dugu Bo's tone, Bone Douluo was about to retort when Ning Fengzhi intervened with a light laugh, "Elder Dugu, allow me a moment to explain. We speculate that a heavenly treasure might have emerged in Sunset Forest, generating such pure energy. If that's the case, it's surely no ordinary item."
"As you know, the spirit of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Tower, though called
the number one auxiliary spirit in the world, has a significant drawback: it can never elevate a soul master's spirit power to the ninety-level Title Douluo. We are stuck at level seventy-nine."
"Our records suggest that to evolve from the seventh tower to the eighth or even ninth, a great opportunity is needed."
"We were hoping to see if we could use the heavenly treasure to aid the special methods of our sect and help my daughter's spirit evolve."
"If you have suitable heavenly treasures, perhaps you could sell them to our sect. The price, of course, can be discussed. Whatever you need, Elder Dugu, you can name your price, and we won't bargain."
Being able to help Ning Rongrong evolve her spirit from the seventh tower to the ninth would be a win for Ning Fengzhi, regardless of the cost.
With a ninth tower, the descendants of a soul master possessing a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Tower spirit would also likely inherit such a spirit. The expense was a minor issue in comparison.
Moreover, if his daughter could possess a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Tower spirit and marry Tang San, who had twin spirits, their children might be able to replace Tang San's less useful Blue Silver Grass with their sect's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Tower spirit.
At that time, a soul master born with both the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Tower and Haotian Hammer would elevate the prestige of both the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Haotian Sect across the continent and even beyond.
Ning Rongrong, unaware of her father's thoughts about her marriage to Tang San, felt deeply moved by his willingness to make such sacrifices for her.
Dugu Bo had once speculated that Su Yun might have planted some extraordinary heavenly treasure between the extremely cold and hot springs, and Ning Fengzhi's analysis seemed to align with his own. However, even if there was a heavenly treasure, it was of no concern to Dugu Bo—he suspected that Su Yun's visit was likely for the heavenly treasure he had planted, which was about to mature.
"That may disappoint you, Sect Master Ning," Dugu Bo said coldly. "Not to mention that our relationship has cooled significantly due to certain events. Even if our relations were normal, I wouldn't easily sell my treasures to you." He was referring to the time when Ning Fengzhi, Tang Hao, and Yu Xiaogang forcefully entered his Sunset Forest.
Ning Fengzhi was at a loss for words. After reflecting on past events, he felt that Dugu Bo's actions had been reasonable. Dugu Bo was a loner, and his alignment with the Spirit Hall was merely to protect his granddaughter—there was nothing for Ning Fengzhi to criticize.
Just as Ning Fengzhi was about to speak again, he noticed a figure emerging from behind Dugu Bo. As the figure became clearer, Ning Fengzhi squinted slightly and saw that it was Su Yun standing before him.
"Su Yun?!" The appearance of Su Yun surprised everyone present, except for Qian Renxue, who pretended to be shocked only briefly before regaining her composure.
Qian Renxue had felt a familiar energy from the start, and upon seeing Su Yun, she realized where the energy had come from.
"Su Yun? How could it be you?" Ning Rongrong, who hadn't seen Su Yun for a long time, was also surprised at his sudden appearance.
Observing Su Yun's now taller and more handsome appearance, Ning Rongrong couldn't help but compare him with Tang San. In her heart, Su Yun clearly outshone Tang San, especially considering Su Yun's feats at the Five Elements Academy and his adventures recounted in stories from Xue Xuan.
Suddenly, Ning Rongrong found herself wishing she could marry Su Yun instead of Tang San.
Wait, why would she think that?
Su Yun, noticing the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect members and Qian Renxue drawn by the fluctuations from his martial soul evolution, chuckled, "I didn't expect everyone to come here; what a surprise."
"Sword Douluo," addressing the familiar presence of the Holy Son of Spirit Hall whose aura had grown significantly since their last meeting, frowned, sensing a threat. He had a premonition that within ten years, Spirit Hall would gain a top-tier powerhouse who might challenge the supremacy of the three sects.
Ten years ago, Sword Douluo wouldn't have believed in someone with Su Yun's talents, but now he did.
His martial soul was the Seven Kills Sword, particularly sensitive to killing intent, and now he could perceive a faint murderous aura beneath Su Yun's affable smile and calm demeanor. It was like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows, ready to strike unexpectedly.
"This level of subtlety suggests the boy has evolved to even greater heights," Sword Douluo communicated to Ning Fengzhi, Bone Douluo, and Qian Renxue, warning them to be wary of Su Yun, whose soul power seemed to have reached the level of a Soul Emperor.
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue scrutinized Su Yun, her surprise immense.
How long had it been?
Su Yun's soul power was about to surpass hers?
Could it be that woman had given Su Yun some forbidden drug to overdraw his talents? Or perhaps…
Qian Renxue's eyes brightened as she recalled a recent report from the hall, mentioning that Bibi Dong had sent Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo to escort Su Yun to a mysterious location for training.
At that time, she didn't understand where Su Yun was going that required the escort of two Title Douluos. But now, connecting Sword Douluo's explanation, Qian Renxue thought of a place that woman had also visited—Slaughter City.
"I remember the hall's records mentioned that the fastest time to clear Slaughter City is a year. How has Su Yun come out so soon? Or did he not enter Slaughter City?" Puzzled, Qian Renxue planned to find time to ask Su Yun about his recent experiences.
"Let me be frank with everyone; the recent energy fluctuation was caused by me," Su Yun said, bowing to Ning Fengzhi with a smile. "Sect Master Ning, if there's nothing else, please return. Our relationship is probably too strained to resolve now; it will have to wait for another time."
Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi knew exactly what Su Yun meant and, his
expression darkening, prepared to leave with the others.
Suddenly, another figure emerged from the forest.
Upon seeing the newcomer, everyone was shocked once again!
The newcomer was dressed in a blue dress, her slender figure outlined, and her aqua blue hair cascading down her shoulders, exuding a tender and loving charm that made it hard for anyone to look away. She radiated a gentle, soothing aura, like a mother calling to her children.
Who was she?
Dugu Bo was startled to see such a charming woman appear in his forest—when did a woman enter his territory?
Since his wife's death, he had kept away from women.
And this woman appeared only after Su Yun's arrival.
Could it be that Su Yun was hiding a lady here? No wonder he didn't let me in!
Seeing the woman in the blue dress, Ning Rongrong's eyes first caught the newcomer's impressive figure, and she self-consciously lowered her head, feeling a bit awkward.
Qian Renxue's eyebrows furrowed upon seeing this stunning beauty suddenly standing next to Su Yun, feeling a bit displeased by the impression the woman made.
As for Ning Fengzhi and the others, they felt a pure energy from the woman, similar to the energy that had spread earlier, seeming to share the same origin.
"Dare I ask, who might you be?" Ning Fengzhi asked the woman in blue, his tone exceedingly respectful.
(End of Chapter)
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