Seeing that Ning Bei didn't mind his leaving the Sect, a hint of joy flashed across Oscar's face, but the words that followed made his eyes dim.
"Besides, it was my instruction for the Sect not to pay too much attention to you and Ma Hongjun."
"Uh..."
Oscar looked dejected. Ning Bei's words were a public denial of his value, which dealt an unprecedented blow to his self-esteem.
He had thought that the reason he and Fatty weren't valued in the Sect was because the others and the little princess had a less than pleasant time at the Academy, and that they were just taking the blame for Dai Mubai, Tang San, and Grandmaster. But now it seemed that wasn't the case at all.
"I... I can know why? Is it because of what Ning Rongrong went through at the Academy? That has nothing to do with me and Fatty, and our talent..."
Oscar wanted to defend himself and explain his talent, but he fell silent as he spoke. Thinking about the Seven Treasure Battle Team's Spirit Ring configuration in the Soul Master Competition five years ago, he couldn't bring himself to say that his talent was pretty good.
When he was still a Soul Ancestor, Ning Rongrong and her group had already collectively entered the Soul King level, and now that he had worked hard to reach Soul Emperor cultivation, the strength of that group would only be more terrifying.
Ning Bei clearly saw what he was thinking. Since he had already decided to recruit the other party into the Sect, it was necessary to make some things clear so that no rift would take root in the other party's heart.
"The reason I made this decision has nothing to do with your cultivation level. The reason is simply because of Tang San."
"Tang San?"
Oscar's eyes widened. Although Tang San was outstanding among their peers in both cultivation and strategy, he couldn't think of anything that would make Ning Bei, this great Buddha, pay attention to him.
"That's right, it's because of Tang San. Many forces on the continent will inevitably fight Tang San in the future. I believe your recent experience has already given you the answer to this."
"And the reason I didn't value you before was because it's highly likely you'll go to the other side's camp in the future. After all, your relationship with those few at Shrek Academy is very good, even deep. At that time, those few might forcefully tie you to the same war chariot as Tang San because of Grandmaster. I believe you understand this even better."
Hearing this, Oscar suddenly understood, and at the same time, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. So the problem was here. Then everything that followed would be easy. He now had an irreconcilable feud with Tang San, and Ning Bei was also very likely here to genuinely accept him.
"I understand, Second Young Master, but I will absolutely not join Tang San's side in the future. Please rest assured about this. Not to mention the hatred between me and Tang San, you also saved my life!"
"Mm, that's also the reason I rushed here to save you this time."
Seeing Oscar express his loyalty, a satisfied smile appeared on Ning Bei's face, and he slowly extended his hand towards him.
"Become my son... Pfft."
"Welcome to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
"Please guide me, Second Young Master!"
Although he had guessed it, seeing Ning Bei actually invite him, Oscar couldn't hide the excitement in his heart. He wiped his hands on his pants and held Ning Bei's hand, his posture extremely low.
"Mm, you must have also wondered why Rongrong and her little companions' cultivation progressed so quickly, right?"
"Here it comes!"
A gleam flashed in Oscar's eyes, and he thought to himself, "Good." Since Ning Bei brought this up, he must be genuinely planning to cultivate him into a pillar of the Sect.
"Yes, Second Young Master. When we first saw Miss and their cultivation level at the Soul Master Competition, all of us were stunned."
"Mm, actually, in terms of talent alone, you are only second to Xiao Wu, and even that girl can only be considered on par with you."
"Ah? Really?"
Oscar looked at Ning Bei in disbelief, thinking to himself if he had unintentionally wasted his talent all these years. Otherwise, why could people with less talent than him leave him so far behind?
Ning Bei smiled and nodded, dispelling the doubts in Oscar's heart. Then, with a flip of his right hand, a plant shaped like an orchid appeared in his palm.
The orchid shimmered with a faint flow of light, and the aura it emitted made Oscar feel intoxicated. Even without knowing the purpose of this herb, he could instinctively be sure it would bring him great benefits.
"This is the Eight Petal Immortal Orchid. It's an Immortal Herb of the same level as the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower that Tang San mentioned. Its effect is to strengthen the foundation and cultivate the origin."
"Saying it like this is a bit vague, but it's certain that your cultivation will greatly improve after taking it, and it can also pave the way for your future cultivation."
After hearing Ning Bei's introduction to the Immortal Herb, Oscar felt a little speechless. He didn't doubt for a moment that Ning Bei was deceiving him. How idle would a person of his level have to be to travel all this way to trick a nobody like him?
"This... this... is this for me?"
Oscar pointed at the Eight Petal Immortal Orchid and then at himself. Surprise flashed across his face, but there was also a hint of apprehension. He hadn't done anything for the Sect yet, and receiving such a benefit made him feel uneasy.
Ning Bei smiled and directly controlled the Eight Petal Immortal Orchid with his Soul Power, making it float into Oscar's hastily raised hands.
"Take it. When you use someone, don't doubt them; when you doubt someone, don't use them. Since I've decided to accept you, I will give you resources. Your talent is also worth cultivating."
This time, Oscar didn't hesitate for too long. The Immortal Herb was indeed something he urgently needed, and he also didn't plan to leave the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect anymore. He would just cultivate well in the future and give back to the Sect.
"Thank you, Second Young Master. Oscar will not disappoint you."
"Mm, absorb it yourself after we return to the Sect. The Eight Petal Immortal Orchid is mild in nature, so you can take it directly. There's nothing special to pay attention to."
"Let's go."
After speaking, Ning Bei was the first to turn around, planning to take Oscar back to the Sect together.
But Oscar stood still, not moving. He looked complex, wanting to say something several times but not knowing how to speak. After all, he had just been saved and received a great benefit, already owing a huge favor.
"Hm? What's wrong?"
Seeing that Oscar hadn't followed, Ning Bei turned back and asked, a little puzzled.
"Se... Second Young Master, you just said that this Eight Petal Immortal Orchid is an Immortal Herb of the same level as the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, so the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower..."
Seeing that the other party had only said half of what he wanted to say, Ning Bei immediately understood what he wanted to ask.
"That's right, I also have the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower here, but why would I give it to that Ma Hongjun?"
"That Fatty's talent is also very good, Second Young Master can..."
Before Oscar could finish speaking, Ning Bei interrupted him and then said:
"I know what you mean, but do you think I would eagerly go and give your brother an Immortal Herb and invite him to join the Sect?"
"This..."
Looking at the disappointed Oscar, Ning Bei didn't intend to comfort him. He had saved his life and given him a great opportunity; he didn't owe him anything at all.
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