Chapter 354: Preparation
Inside the room, after a moment of silent staring, Niu Gao finally swallowed and asked:
"Old Yang, are we going to offend the Sect Master just after joining the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"
"Not really. The Sect Master just wanted to give us a warning. Otherwise, if this gets to the big ape's side, though they can't stir up much trouble, it will definitely cause some unnecessary problems."
"Phew, that's a relief."
Hearing that Ning Fengzhi was just giving them a little warning, Niu Gao immediately felt at ease. He certainly didn't want to let go of the richest man on the continent. Who knew how much financial support was needed for real estate development?
While Niu Gao was concerned about Ning Fengzhi's attitude, Bai He was more focused on other matters.
"Now I believe what Old Yang said about the strength of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect being no small matter."
"Oh?"
"Didn't you feel the pressure that Ning Fengzhi emitted just now? Can a Soul Saint achieve that?"
Yang Wudi and Niu Gao, who hadn't paid attention to this earlier, immediately widened their eyes. If it were anyone else who surpassed the Soul Saint level, that would be one thing, but it was widely known that Ning Fengzhi could never break through to the level of Soul Saint in his lifetime. Yet, now it seemed…
Yang Wudi thought for a moment about the vast amount of immortal herbs Ning Bei had shown him, and quickly recovered from his surprise. As for Niu Gao, he felt like he had used up all his astonishment for the year in one go.
"Are you saying that the Sect Master has broken through his martial soul limitations?"
"Heh, it's more than just a breakthrough. The aura the Sect Master exudes now is something I've only ever felt from my brother-in-law."
"Hiss!"
Both Yang Wudi and Niu Gao sucked in their breath. Bai He's brother-in-law—who could that be? The previous Haotian Sect Master, a Super Douluo-level existence. In other words, Ning Fengzhi was now on that level.
"My God, Old Yang, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Tower with its eighth and ninth soul skills? I can't even imagine it."
Niu Gao rubbed his head, his astonishment impossible to suppress. Seven soul rings for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Tower was enough to double the power of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. How strong would they be with two more soul rings?
"Heh, that's nothing compared to even more terrifying things."
"Oh? Tell me more."
"Have you ever seen a Title Douluo with three 100,000-year soul rings?"
At this, not only Niu Gao but even Bai He leaned back in shock. Did you hear what you just said? When you were still a Soul Saint, if I gave you a 100,000-year soul ring, would you dare absorb it?
Yang Wudi rolled his eyes, understanding what his two old buddies were thinking. He smirked but didn't offer further explanation.
"Hmph, you'll see it soon. Don't be surprised when your jaws hit the floor."
"Wait, there really is one?"
"Ning Bei, the Second Young Master of the Ning family, a Title Douluo at just twenty years old, with three 100,000-year soul rings. This is one of the reasons why I joined the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect without hesitation. Even if there's just a one-in-a-thousand chance, I don't want to be on the opposite side of this person. Just thinking about it sends chills down my spine."
"Hiss!"
If three 100,000-year soul rings were already shocking, then a twenty-year-old Title Douluo was practically defying their entire worldview. How could they, nearing the grave themselves as Soul Douluo, even comprehend this? They all vowed in their hearts that they would never make an enemy of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
"Luckily, the other side gave us a chance. I suggest we mourn for the big ape for three minutes."
Faced with life-and-death stakes, Niu Gao decisively abandoned his ties with the Titan family. His words made both Yang Wudi and Bai He sigh deeply, clearly feeling some pity for the fate of the Li Family.
But it couldn't be helped. After all, there was no way they would ever join another sect.
After Ning Fengzhi brought back the news that the three families had agreed, Ning Bei immediately made another trip to the imperial palace.
"Wow, didn't expect Uncle Ning to move this fast!"
Upon hearing the news, Qian Renxue was filled with joy. While she had confidence in Ning Fengzhi's negotiation abilities, she didn't expect things to progress so quickly. She had thought it would take at least a month, considering this involved the allegiance and relocation of three major families.
"Did you underestimate your father-in-law? We can start dealing with the Li Family now."
The little angel, who didn't mind Ning Bei's playful remarks, smiled confidently.
"Hmph, the Blue Electric Tyrant Clan has already fallen. What can a bunch of big apes do? I want to see what their loyalty to Tang Hao will get them in the end."
"It can lead to a reunion between the master and servant."
"Huh?"
Upon hearing this, the little angel froze for a moment, then recalled Tang Hao, who had already turned to dust. She gave Ning Bei a displeased glance.
"Are we going to act like we did with the Blue Electric Tyrant Clan?"
"Any problem with that?"
Ning Bei shrugged. The same knife that could kill a chicken could surely deal with a little chick, right?
Indeed, in Ning Bei's mind, compared to the Blue Electric Tyrant Clan, the Li Family was just a little chick.
"Hmm, that works. I'll let the Porcupine and Snake Spear handle it. As for your side, can you lend me the same team of soul masters from last time?"
"Sure, I'll lend you Ah Bao as well, just in case."
"That works perfectly."
With Ah Bao's involvement, Qian Renxue felt even more confident. After all, even if the Li Family was strong, could they really outmatch a 300,000-year Dark Golden Fearclaw Bear?
Summoning Ah Bao from the Dan Tower, Ning Bei pointed directly at the little angel.
"Follow the mistress's orders in the next few days. Did you hear me?"
"Got it, Big Brother."
The little angel patted Ning Bei to stop him from causing trouble and then smiled as she greeted Ah Bao.
Ah Bao, who had risked her life to shield Ning Bei in the extreme north, had a great deal of affection for this woman. After all, she had been raised by Ning Bei, and to her, Ning Bei's life was more important than anything else.
"Greetings, Mistress."
Qian Renxue was pleased that she could command Ah Bao, considering that Ah Bao's strength was likely even greater than some of her elder grandfather's strength.
"Let me know if there's anything you want to eat, alright, Ah Bao?"
Qian Renxue immediately declared that for the time being, she would take care of Ah Bao and make sure she got fat and healthy.
However, Ah Bao didn't understand the concept of politeness between humans and scratched her head before asking:
"Mistress, I want to eat a Titan Giant Ape. Do you have any here?"
"Pfft."
Ning Bei covered his mouth, nearly laughing out loud. Ah Bao, who had never gotten along with Er Ming, suddenly wanted to eat a Titan Giant Ape to try something new.
"Uh..."
Qian Renxue froze for a moment. If I could catch a Titan Giant Ape and kill it to eat, why would I need to borrow it from my man?
"Hehe, Ah Bao, that thing is too rare. It's hard to come by. How about we get something else to eat?"
"Really? What about the honey from the Jade Emperor Purple Bees?"
With a smile at the corner of her lips, Qian Renxue turned to look at Ning Bei.
"How about you get me one of those? The last time I worked with Yaoyao and the others, it went pretty well."
In reality, when people are speechless to the extreme, they really do end up laughing. The Jade Emperor Purple Bee? Their clan members had lived for over 5,000 years, and the Queen Bee was probably a Beast King over 50,000 years old. Who would risk provoking them just for a bit of honey? Compared to that, Qian Renxue thought catching a Titan Giant Ape for a taste was a much more practical idea.
(END CHAPTER)
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