Chapter 94: Ning Fengzhi: Please Deepen Your Relationship with Rongrong
"Senior Dugu."
"Yan Yan."
Seeing Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo return looking healthy, Yu Tianheng couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. Yu Yuanzhen, the head of the Yu family standing beside Yu Tianheng, narrowed his eyes slightly upon seeing Dugu Bo, as if sensing something from him.
"Dugu Bo, your granddaughter sure has a lot of clout," Yu Luomian commented, observing Dugu Yan. "To ensure her safety, Tianheng rushed to our residence in the middle of the night, just to bring us here to treat her."
His gaze lingered on Dugu Yan, assessing her up and down before adding, "But looking at your granddaughter now, she seems to be out of danger."
Dugu Bo was well aware that Yu Yuanzhen and Yu Luomian were specially invited by Yu Tianheng for his granddaughter Dugu Yan. The heads of a family, especially one of the top three sects like the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, waiting specifically for a junior was indeed an honor, possible only because of Dugu Yan's relationship with Yu Tianheng.
"Thank you both for your concern. After a night of treatment, Yan Yan is now fine," Dugu Bo acknowledged gratefully, understanding the significance of their presence.
Turning to Yu Tianheng, he expressed his gratitude: "Tianheng, thank you for your concern."
Yu Tianheng shook his head, replying seriously, "Senior Dugu, Yan Yan is my woman; it's my duty to protect her with all my efforts."
Dugu Bo laughed heartily, pleased with Yu Tianheng's words. "With your assurance, I can rest easy about entrusting Yan Yan to you."
Dugu Yan blushed at this exchange, tugging at Dugu Bo's sleeve and protesting shyly, "Grandpa, what are you saying..."
Dugu Bo, seeing his granddaughter's shy demeanour, suddenly had an idea: "Right, to thank you both for your concern, I'll host a banquet tonight at the Zuiyun Tower. I invite Tianheng and both of you to join us. It's a good opportunity to officially arrange the engagement of Yan Yan and Tianheng."
Though traditionally, engagements are decided by the parents of both parties, in this case, the backing of Titled Douluos from both families was enough to make such decisions.
Dugu Bo turned to Yu Yuanzhen, Yu Tianheng's grandfather, and inquired, "What do you think, Brother Yuanzhen?"
Yu Yuanzhen raised an eyebrow, recalling the unusual feeling he sensed from Dugu Bo, and was about to speak when Yu Tianheng eagerly interjected.
"I agree! I'm willing!" Yu Tianheng expressed his joy, nodding vigorously. "Senior Dugu, it's settled then."
Having been fond of Dugu Yan for years, the prospect of getting the elders' approval for their engagement that night was more than welcome to him.
Seeing his grandson preemptively agreeing, Yu Yuanzhen reluctantly nodded in approval.
After finalizing the plans for the evening, Dugu Bo, Yu Yuanzhen, and Yu Luomian parted ways, leaving Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng alone.
"Tianheng, after tonight, we can be together openly," Dugu Yan said, holding Yu Tianheng's hand with a flushed face.
Despite her strong appearance at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Dugu Yan was still inexperienced in love.
Up to this point, she had only held hands with Yu Tianheng.
Yu Tianheng nodded, his joy apparent though he said little. However, he failed to notice a faint green line on Dugu Yan's pale neck, resembling a lurking venomous snake. It vanished as quickly as it appeared, as if it had never been there.
On their way back.
Yu Luomian turned to his elder brother Yu Yuanzhen and asked, "Big brother, did you want to say something earlier?"
Having worked together for years, they could easily guess each other's thoughts from the slightest gesture. Yu Luomian had noticed a slight hesitation in Yu Yuanzhen when Dugu Bo mentioned arranging the engagement.
Yu Yuanzhen shook his head slightly, "It's nothing."
He had keenly sensed something off about Dugu Bo when he first appeared. Yu Luomian, being a Soul Douluo, naturally couldn't detect it.
As a Title Douluo with a soul power level surpassing that of Dugu Bo, Yu Yuanzhen, despite Dugu Bo's efforts to hide it, still sensed that something was off with him. 'It seems that the old poison has gotten a bit heavier,' he thought, recalling Dugu Yan's sudden poisoning the night before. But he quickly shook his head, dismissing the thought. 'Hopefully, I'm just overthinking it.'
Night fell over Heaven Dou City, and the Drunken Cloud Pavilion was the venue for the gathering. Representatives from the Spirit Hall were Su Yun, Chrysanthemum Douluo, and Ghost Douluo. Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqin understood that this occasion was obviously directed at Su Yun by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, so they decided to explore the night market of Heaven Dou City together.
As soon as they arrived at the entrance, a Drunken Cloud Pavilion attendant noticed the Spirit Hall emblem on their carriage and greeted them with a smile. "Are you the distinguished guests from the Spirit Hall?" he asked. "The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has been waiting for you on the top floor; please follow me."
After Su Yun and his party entered the Drunken Cloud Pavilion, another group arrived - the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, represented by Yu Tianheng, Yu Yuanzhen, and Yu Luomian. Guided by another attendant, they too made their way into the pavilion.
Led upstairs, Su Yun and his group soon reached the top floor. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, being one of the wealthiest sects in the Douluo Continent, had extravagantly reserved the entire top floor. Ning Fengzhi, Ning Rongrong, and the two Douluo were already seated, seemingly having waited for some time.
"Greetings, Sect Master Ning," Su Yun said courteously.
Ning Fengzhi replied with a laugh, "Su Yun, you're too polite. We've just arrived ourselves. Please, take a seat."
Despite saying this, Ning Fengzhi and his group had actually arrived much earlier, which was evident from Ning Rongrong's apparent dissatisfaction at having to wait for Su Yun.
Once everyone was seated, the customary pleasantries and toasts began. Su Yun, now possessing the Blue Silver Emperor spirit and having undergone vigorous cell enhancement due to practicing the Taiyi Green Wood Formula, could easily metabolize the alcohol, absorbing its nutrients and expelling any waste.
Ning Fengzhi, slightly tipsy, remarked, "The Pope is lucky to have a disciple like Su Yun. It's a pity our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect doesn't share the same fortune."
Chrysanthemum Douluo chuckled, "Sect Master Ning, are you perhaps interested in our Spirit Hall's genius?"
Ning Fengzhi shook his head, "I respect talents but would never covet what belongs to others."
Then, turning to Ning Rongrong, he suggested, "After last night's event, Rongrong has been inspired by Su Yun and wishes to exchange insights with him. Would Su Yun be willing to stay in Heaven Dou City for a few days to discuss and exchange ideas with Rongrong?"
Su Yun nearly laughed at this proposition, seeing through Ning Fengzhi's intentions. After his performance the previous night, many forces, including the Emperor of Heaven Dou Empire, might have taken an interest in his spirit.
"Expecting deep exchanges with Ning Rongrong?" Su Yun thought to himself. "As if I can't see through your scheme, old fox. But if you're offering, I won't refuse."
(End of Chapter)
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