If it weren't for Chen Xin's voice transmission, Ning Fengzhi would have definitely accepted the invitation. Having a meal with Zhongli could foster closer relations, which would be beneficial.
However, after hearing Chen Xin's transmission, Ning Fengzhi refused without hesitation.
"A hundred-thousand-year soul beast!"
He didn't doubt that Chen Xin could be mistaken. A level 96 titled Douluo couldn't possibly make such a mistake.
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi felt extremely conflicted. He was both pleased and worried.
If Zhongli discovered Xiao Wu, would the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect retreat or stand their ground?
If a fight broke out, Zhongli would not be at a disadvantage, as his soul power was at level 97. Even if Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Ning Fengzhi together could defeat Zhongli, they couldn't kill him.
If Zhongli escaped and later returned, it would spell disaster for the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect!
After all, Zhongli had twin martial souls. If pushed to the edge and he attached soul rings to his second martial soul...
With nine soul rings, each at least fifty thousand years old, his soul power level would likely reach 99!
Facing such a formidable powerhouse, how could the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect withstand it?
The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect had a large foundation and numerous concerns, unlike Zhongli, who was alone and unburdened.
Such a powerhouse should be avoided at all costs.
"No, no need, there are matters in the sect that need attention."
Ning Fengzhi waved his hand quickly, saying.
He tried to act nonchalant, but his voice betrayed a slight change.
"Xue Qinghe" observed Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin, finally fixing her gaze on Xiao Wu.
She understood the situation with Ning Fengzhi.
"Hmph, it would be best if they fell out over this soul beast!"
"The three upper sects are united?"
"In the face of interest, even trees can be chopped down, let alone talk about unity."
"A dog-eat-dog situation!"
"Xue Qinghe" slightly smirked, thinking to himself.
She knew the relationship between Xiao Wu, Tang San, and Tang Hao.
Although she didn't know how Tang San managed to revive Xiao Wu, their relationship was that of lovers.
Tang San had twin martial souls, and Tang Hao kept Xiao Wu, probably intending for her to become Tang San's soul ring. Somehow, Tang San and Xiao Wu developed a romantic relationship instead.
If Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin attacked Xiao Wu, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and the Clear Sky Sect would become mortal enemies!
For the Spirit Hall, this was a favorable situation.
"What a pity," Paimon said, spreading her hands and looking regretful.
Only Chiyu, Paimon, and Tang San were unaware of the specific situation. The others were all in the know.
"Brother San, let's go quickly," Xiao Wu tugged on Tang San's sleeve and whispered.
Danger, danger…
Zhongli might not have ill intentions towards her, but the other titled Douluo might not be so kind.
Xiao Wu's anxious tone puzzled Tang San, but he nodded in agreement.
They weren't familiar with the others, and staying there seemed pointless.
Tang San and Xiao Wu quietly left. Xiao Wu's urgent steps made Tang San quicken his pace as well.
"What's going on with Xiao Wu?"
"She was eager when we came out, and now she's even more so to go back."
Tang San was perplexed, thinking to himself.
Seeing Xiao Wu and Tang San leave, Chen Xin signaled to Ning Fengzhi.
They couldn't linger here any longer.
Ning Fengzhi understood immediately and quickly said a few words of farewell before he and Chen Xin hurriedly left.
Zhongli glanced at the departing figures, then slightly turned his head to look at a hidden spot.
How would Tang Hao handle this situation?
"Hmm, it's my first time seeing Sect Master Ning in such a hurry."
If Ning Fengzhi were still here, he'd be embarrassed, as even Paimon noticed his poor acting.
"They had murderous intent. They must not be good people," Chiyu muttered softly.
Everyone present, except for Paimon, could hear her clearly.
Zhongli and "Xue Qinghe" gave Chiyu a surprised look.
"Chiyu, can you sense their killing intent?" Zhongli asked.
In formal settings, addressing someone by their courtesy name indicated closeness, while using their given name suggested less familiarity or even potential conflict.
For example, Xiao Feilian's courtesy name was Chiyu. Strangers might call her Xiao Feilian, but those closer to her would use Chiyu. If someone less familiar wanted to show respect, they might address her as Xiao Chiyu instead of Xiao Feilian.
In the Three Kingdoms period, the hero who protected the young lord at Changban, Zhao Yun, was called by his courtesy name, Zilong, by his own people, not by his given name.
Hearing this, Chiyu looked at Zhongli, then nodded and said, "Master..."
"Stop!" Zhongli waved his hand and said, "Chiyu, we are in an employer-servant relationship. I hired you as a maid; that doesn't make me your master."
"Just call me Zhongli."
Seeing Zhongli's serious expression, Chiyu was moved and quickly said, "Okay, Master."
Zhongli: "..."
"Xue Qinghe": "..."
Paimon: "..."
Even the usually clueless Paimon couldn't help but twitch her eye at Chiyu's response.
"Since my martial soul awakened, I've been able to sense the emotions of people around me and roughly gauge their good and evil intentions," Chiyu explained without hiding her ability.
"Xue Qinghe" began to sweat.
No matter how well one disguised their appearance, they couldn't control their inner thoughts. If Chiyu's ability had been revealed earlier and Xue Ye knew...
"Xue Qinghe" swallowed, feeling a chill down her spine.
Fortunately, the cat girl hadn't exposed her ability earlier, or the consequences would have been dire.
"Hey~" Chiyu seemed to sense something and looked at "Xue Qinghe."
"Xue Qinghe" fell silent, her eye twitching.
It seemed she wasn't lying; she could indeed sense others' emotions.
Chiyu's situation was quite special. Her martial soul was integrated with her body, making her akin to a cat, with the heightened senses that came with it.
After her martial soul mutated, she became like a humanoid cat with enhanced abilities.
Of course, her sensing ability was very weak and only worked when someone's emotions were intense and unguarded.
"You must have innate soul power, right?" Zhongli changed the topic.
He could sense a "weak" power within Chiyu, similar to the soul power of a soul master.
"Yes, I have innate level eight soul power..."