บท 91: Chapter 91: Ning Fengzhi's Ambition, Dugu Bo's Late Night Visit

Chapter 91: Ning Fengzhi's Ambition, Dugu Bo's Late Night Visit

Silence!

Complete silence filled the arena!

No one had expected that Dai Weisi, the crown prince of the Star Luo Empire and a 39th level Soul Honor, would be so embarrassingly defeated by Su Yun, a mere 32nd level Soul Honor.

Even with the addition of Ning Rongrong's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Tower, it was reasonable to assume that Su Yun could at most match Dai Weisi. Yet in this battle, Su Yun almost single-handedly defeated Dai Weisi with one spear, barely sustaining any injuries.

It's worth noting that Ye Lingling, a member of Su Yun's three-person team, hadn't even made a move until now.

Ye Lingling had initially wanted to showcase the power of their Nine-Heart Begonia martial spirit in front of Emperor Xue Ye, especially against Dai Weisi. However, she almost had no chance to participate throughout the match.

"Lingling, you should go and help the crown prince with his injuries first. I think I might have broken his ribs with my kick," Su Yun's voice suddenly echoed in the hall.

Ye Lingling was initially stunned but quickly realized what he meant: "Oh… Oh."

She hurried to Dai Weisi's side, asking softly, "Your Highness, are you alright? Do you need my help with healing?"

Dai Weisi almost spat out blood in frustration.

Just heal me, why ask such a redundant question.

"I... I'm not..."

As Dai Weisi was about to assert he was fine, his voice abruptly stopped.

Ye Lingling blinked, noticing Dai Weisi's flushed face, and quietly released her Nine-Heart Begonia martial spirit and soul rings, beginning to treat him.

When Dai Weisi's complexion improved significantly, his wife Zhu Zhuyun helped him stagger back to his seat.

"Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!"

"Today's battle was truly eye-opening for me. I never imagined someone could defeat a 39th level Soul Master with just 32nd level soul power."

"Truly a young prodigy of the Spirit Hall."

Emperor Xue Ye applauded and praised, clearly directing his words at Su Yun.

He had watched Su Yun's battle closely.

Whether it was protecting his teammates or attacking Dai Weisi, Su Yun's control was perfect.

"Of course, Rongrong's support was also excellent."

Emperor Xue Ye timely praised Ning Rongrong.

This praise made Ning Rongrong somewhat embarrassed.

Throughout the battle, aside from boosting Su Yun with two soul skills, she had hardly done anything else.

After the match, Su Yun, Ning Rongrong, and Ye Lingling returned to their seats.

During the subsequent feast, Su Yun noticed that more and more eyes were unintentionally drifting towards him.

Affected by Ah Yin's soul power, Su Yun could sense that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Qian Renxue, and Dugu Bo were particularly attentive to him.

"Junior Brother, it seems you're destined to become famous tonight," Hu Liena said with a smile, sitting beside Su Yun.

Su Yun waved his hand, his face showing helplessness.

He had no other choice.

Su Yun glanced at Ning Rongrong, who was coquettishly talking to Sword Bone Douluo, and sighed.

If it weren't for this little witch calling him out, he wouldn't have wanted to reveal his strength so soon.

But now that it's been exposed, he could only let things take their course.

At the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's table.

"What?! Rongrong, did you say he's only ten years old?!"

Apart from Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, Ning Fengzhi's face showed immense shock!

They had assumed Su Yun was at least fourteen or fifteen years old based on his height and appearance.

They had no idea that Su Yun was the same age as Ning Rongrong!

"No wonder this kid could become Bibi Dong's new disciple!"

Bone Douluo Gu Rong's expression slightly changed.

"Such a genius in cultivating soul power, coupled with his extraordinarily formidable martial spirit, would be a great asset if he could join our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect," Ning Fengzhi said somewhat regretfully.

Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo nodded slightly in agreement.

Su Yun's performance in the recent battle had not only impressed them, but also many other Soul Douluos and Titled Douluos present.

To be honest, Su Yun's offense was indeed exquisite, almost flawless.

He seemed to fully utilize all his strengths—his spear techniques, agility, and the coordination with his martial spirit.

They were certain that if the gap in soul power between Su Yun and Dai Weisi was only three levels or less, Su Yun could have defeated him without Ning Rongrong's assistance.

"With Spirit Hall acquiring such a talent, it's hard to predict what the future holds for us," Ning Fengzhi mused, his eyes reflecting deep thoughts, contemplating the future.

As the power of Spirit Hall grew, and being one of the top three sects, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi was naturally sensitive to these changes. He could sense that Spirit Hall seemed to be preparing to expand its influence.

Bibi Dong was already a formidable figure, and now with the addition of a genius like Su Yun, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but marvel.

However, before he could ponder too long, his daughter Ning Rongrong's voice rang in his ear: "It's okay, Dad. Why don't we just lure Su Yun to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

"Lure him over?"

Ning Fengzhi looked at his confident daughter, slightly startled.

Ning Rongrong stood proudly, like a proud peacock, confidently saying: "I just have to beckon with my hand, and I'm sure I can lure that Su Yun from the Spirit Hall to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."

Ning Rongrong believed in her unmatched charm. She was sure that a mere gesture would be enough to have Su Yun follow her.

"Hmph!"

Gu Rong scoffed, saying, "How could that boy be worthy of our Rongrong?"

Despite acknowledging Su Yun's talent, Gu Rong was not ready to let his precious Rongrong, the apple of his eye, be wooed by any outsider.

"Right, Old Chen?" Gu Rong turned to Sword Douluo Chen Xin.

However, contrary to Gu Rong's expectations, Chen Xin, who usually sided with him, seemed to be seriously considering Rongrong's suggestion.

"I think Rongrong makes a good point. If we could bring Su Yun to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it would not only significantly weaken the younger generation of the Spirit Hall but also enhance our sect's strength," Chen Xin slowly said.

"I agree with Sword Uncle," Ning Fengzhi spoke, "Su Yun's martial spirit, I believe, is a variant of the Blue Silver Grass, almost mutated to its extreme."

He gazed towards the distant Su Yun and continued, "Bone Uncle, Sword Uncle, I'm sure not just you, but almost all the Soul Douluos and above present could feel that overwhelming vitality."

"Such vitality, while not granting eternal life, would surely extend one's lifespan by a decade or two when he reaches the realm of a Titled Douluo."

"For a Titled Douluo nearing the end of their life, if they are just one step away from advancing their soul power, and at that moment, they receive assistance from Su Yun's martial spirit to cross that threshold..."

Ning Fengzhi's implications were clear, and Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo gasped.

They realized the importance of Ning Fengzhi's words.

For higher-level soul masters, apart from talent and dedication to cultivation, time was crucial.

Every person is granted almost the same amount of time by fate.

Any Titled Douluo who couldn't break through to the next soul power level before their life's end would face death.

Chen Xin, with his 96th level soul power, naturally aimed to reach the 99th level, the peak of Douluos, or even surpass the 100th level, venturing into the unknown.

If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect could secure Su Yun in the future, it might provide a safety net for him and Gu Rong during their breakthroughs.

The strategic importance of Su Yun was immense for both them and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

And crucially, Su Yun's combat abilities were strong.

With his spear, not a martial spirit, Su Yun could contend with Dai Weisi.

This alone was proof of his strength.

If Su Yun joined their sect...

Or even married into it...

With the wealth of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, they could directly approach the divine craftsman in Gengxin City to forge an unparalleled spear for Su Yun!

Thinking this, Ning

Fengzhi looked at Ning Rongrong and said earnestly, "Rongrong, I'm giving you a task."

"You must lure Su Yun to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, using any conditions necessary."

"Be it gold, silver, power, status, or even marriage. As long as he joins our sect, we'll accept any conditions."

Marry into the sect?

Ning Rongrong was momentarily stunned.

In the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's generation, Ning Rongrong seemed to be the only girl.

"Dad, what do you mean by this? I haven't said that I like Su Yun," Ning Rongrong pouted, showing her dissatisfaction.

She wouldn't just develop a liking for Su Yun simply because he was good at fighting. At the very least, Su Yun should confess his feelings first, and then she would consider him for some time.

Only if Su Yun could satisfy her would she give him the opportunity to be her boyfriend.

The idea of her confessing to Su Yun was absolutely out of the question.

Even the concept of marrying into their family would have to be initiated by Su Yun himself.

Ning Fengzhi spoke seriously: "If you can find another way to attract him, that's fine too. But this boy truly has remarkable strength and would be a good match for you."

"Rongrong, although I love you dearly, as the heir of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, sometimes you must consider the sect's needs."

"When I married your mother, I hadn't even seen her face and followed your elders' wishes."

This was the first time Ning Rongrong heard such words from her father, Ning Fengzhi, and her expression subtly changed.

She had always thought her parents' marriage was one of true love. She hadn't expected that it was also arranged by the elders.

At this, even Sword Bone Douluo, who had always doted on Ning Rongrong, nodded and said, "Rongrong, your father is right."

"If it weren't for the threat of the Spirit Hall, your father wouldn't make such demands. Don't we, two old bones, have the ability to protect our sect?"

"But with Spirit Hall becoming more and more audacious, if we don't effectively counter them and strengthen ourselves, our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will inevitably be targeted by them."

"When that day comes, it might be too late for regrets."

Although Ning Rongrong was only ten years old, being intelligent and growing up in the sect, she understood a lot.

Hearing even her doting grandfathers speak like this, she pondered her father's words deeply.

Then, Ning Rongrong raised her head and said, "Dad, don't worry, I will definitely bring Su Yun to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."

"But I will make him beg to join our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, not use myself as a bargaining chip!"

"Good!" Both Bone Douluo Gu Rong and Sword Douluo Chen Xin nodded in approval.

Ning Fengzhi also nodded slightly, showing his admiration.

This was their Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's little princess!

Ning Rongrong turned her head and glanced at Su Yun, who had been dining with Zhu Zhuqing since the end of the match, a hint of a smile in her eyes:

She would definitely snatch Su Yun from the hands of the Spirit Hall to their Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

...

The lively banquet finally came to an end in the evening.

Just as they left the palace gates, Su Yun and his group were 'intercepted' by people from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

"What brings Sect Leader Ning here to stop us?" Chrysanthemum Douluo asked, his voice eerily soft.

"Hehe, Chrysanthemum Douluo, there's no need for such hostility. I was just impressed by young friend Su Yun's skills earlier and also wanted to thank him for protecting my daughter Rongrong from being harmed by the Star Luo Empire's people," Ning Fengzhi said with a light smile.

"You flatter me, Sect Leader Ning. I was merely fulfilling my duty," Su Yun replied with a fist salute.

"As the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, we are generous with our friends."

"To show our gratitude,"

"Tomorrow at seven in the evening, at the Drunken Cloud Tower in Tiandou Imperial City, our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will host a banquet for all of you. I hope you will all attend."

After speaking, Ning Fengzhi left with Sword Bone Douluo and Ning Rongrong.

As Ning Rongrong left, she gave Su Yun a wink and a smile, immediately drawing Zhu Zhuqing's hostile gaze.

"Hehe, young Su Yun, it seems the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has taken a liking to your martial spirit," Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan chuckled.

He had noticed during the banquet that almost all the high-level soul masters present had shown extreme greed in their eyes when Su Yun's Blue Silver Emperor martial spirit was released.

Even Emperor Xue Ye on the high platform had an excitement in his eyes that was hard for others to detect.

After all, which emperor doesn't want to live a little longer?

"What can I do when people fear fame like a pig fears fattening?"

Su Yun shrugged.

However, since the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had extended the invitation, they naturally wouldn't refuse.

To decline a meal invitation was a grave sin.

...

Back in the rooms arranged by the royal family, Su Yun didn't stay with Zhu Zhuqing that night.

He guessed that Dugu Bo would not be able to resist seeking him out after witnessing his martial spirit.

Sure enough, as the hour approached midnight, Su Yun, sitting cross-legged on the bed, finally sensed an odd scent spreading into his room from the cracks of his window.

Poison!

(End of the chapter)

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