Gu Shenggo Recognized

A Ten Thousand Year spiritual head soul bone was priceless, a rare treasure. Even the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect did not possess many of them.

Ning Fengzhi looked at the Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone Qian Renxue offered him but did not reach out to accept it. He knew that once he accepted it, it would mean the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect stood behind "Xue Qinghe."

Now that "Xue Qinghe" had only just ascended to the position of Crown Prince, it was only natural for him to seek the support of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to stabilize his position. However, Ning Fengzhi did not wish to take sides.

No matter who ultimately became the emperor of the Heaven Dou Empire, it would not affect the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Though a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone was precious, it was far from enough to win the support of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Seeing that Ning Fengzhi had yet to accept the soul bone, Qian Renxue knew he was unwilling to become the Crown Prince's Grand Tutor, and she felt somewhat regretful.

"Sect Master Ning, Qinghe has been discourteous."

She could only put away the Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone. Ning Fengzhi merely smiled and said nothing, while another jade box appeared in Gu Shenggo's hand.

"Qinghe, Sect Master Ning governs the enormous Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Naturally, a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone cannot move him. However, I have a gift here that I believe Sect Master Ning will like."

Gu Shenggo spoke loudly. Ning Fengzhi's expression did not change, though inwardly he was secretly astonished. Just as he had expected, this Gu Shenggo had already been won over by "Xue Qinghe" and had come prepared.

Still, Ning Fengzhi was quite interested in the item Gu Shenggo claimed was more precious than a Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone. If it could truly satisfy him, then even taking "Xue Qinghe's" side would be acceptable.

Gu Shenggo slowly opened the jade box, revealing the Immortal Grade Herb inside.

It was a noble and magnificent Immortal Herb. Its roots and leaves spread like cascading vines, finely arranged and carefully combed, while at its peak bloomed a glittering golden tulip. A rich tulip fragrance immediately permeated the air, its heavy scent evoking splendor and grandeur.

It was none other than Aromatic Silk Beauty.

"What is this?"

Breathing in Aromatic Silk Beauty's rich fragrance and looking at its noble, magnificent bloom, Ning Fengzhi felt something unusual.

Beside him, the delicate little girl Ning Rongrong stared wide-eyed, her face full of longing as she cried out in a childish voice:

"Father, I want it! I want that flower!"

"Rongrong, don't be rude." Ning Rou pulled Ning Rongrong closer, telling her to quiet down.

Ning Rongrong could only sit obediently beside Ning Rou, but her eyes never left Aromatic Silk Beauty for even a moment.

Gu Shenggo smiled faintly and explained, "This flower is called Aromatic Silk Beauty. It is a peerless Immortal Grade Herb, born from absorbing the essence of the sun and moon. Noble and magnificent, it is an exceedingly rare treasure of heaven and earth. It complements Sect Master Ning's Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda and can help his Martial Soul Evolution, transforming it into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda."

Upon hearing "Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda," Ning Fengzhi instantly lost his composure. His originally refined face was filled with shock, and his eyes fixed tightly upon Aromatic Silk Beauty in disbelief.

After all, his greatest lifelong wish was to evolve the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda and become the first Titled Douluo since the founding of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

"Mr. Gu, are your words true? This Immortal Herb can truly evolve the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda?"

Ning Fengzhi's voice had begun to tremble. Gu Shenggo nodded and assured him:

"Of course. As long as Sect Master Ning absorbs it, your Martial Soul will certainly evolve into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda."

Having received Gu Shenggo's confirmation, Ning Fengzhi forcefully suppressed the excitement surging in his heart. He knew that the price of obtaining Aromatic Silk Beauty was for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to support "Xue Qinghe," perhaps even helping her ascend the throne in the future.

But faced with the temptation of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, Ning Fengzhi could not resist.

"Your Highness has shown me such great favor that Fengzhi cannot refuse. I hope Your Highness will not blame Fengzhi for his limited knowledge. I will certainly impart everything I have learned in my life to Your Highness."

Ning Fengzhi gave Qian Renxue a slight bow and spoke aloud. This also indicated that he was willing to become the Crown Prince's Grand Tutor. Of course, it was merely a gesture of support, signifying that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect now stood behind Qian Renxue.

A smile appeared at the corner of Qian Renxue's lips as well. This matter was settled. With the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's support, the Heaven Dou throne would surely be hers in the future.

Gu Shenggo then handed Aromatic Silk Beauty to Ning Fengzhi and told him how to use it.

Ning Fengzhi put it away, seemingly with no intention of using it himself. But that was not Gu Shenggo's concern.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Qian Renxue and Gu Shenggo left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

"Fengzhi, how do you plan to use this Immortal Herb?"

Holding Ning Rongrong's hand, Ning Rou gently asked Ning Fengzhi. He lowered his head to look at his daughter, shook his head, and said:

"I plan to let Rongrong consume this Immortal Herb. Her Martial Soul has only just awakened, and she still has great potential in the future."

Ning Fengzhi stroked Ning Rongrong's little head, his eyes filled with fatherly love. Parents would always save the best things for their children.

On the way back to Heaven Dou City, Qian Renxue did not travel with Gu Shenggo. Sword Douluo had invited him for tea.

In a pavilion on the back mountain of Seven Treasure Mountain, Gu Shenggo sat opposite Sword Douluo. Sword Douluo looked at Gu Shenggo and said something startling.

"I never expected you to still be alive, Qian Shiyu. This old man truly thought you had died at Bibi Dong's hands."

Gu Shenggo was not at all surprised that Sword Douluo had recognized him. After all, he had never intended to conceal himself. He had merely changed his name.

Moreover, the intuition of a swordsman was terrifyingly accurate. Even though Gu Shenggo and Sword Douluo had only crossed blades once, Sword Douluo still remembered him.

"Qian Shiyu was the name I used while I was in Spirit Hall. My real name is Gu Shenggo."

He picked up a cup of clear tea, took a light sip, and replied with a smile. Upon hearing this, Sword Douluo sighed.

"Is that so? Abandoning the name Qian Shiyu is equivalent to leaving Spirit Hall. It seems you have experienced a great deal over these past years."

"Five years imprisoned in a place without sunlight is enough to change many things."

Gu Shenggo set down his teacup, a trace of coldness flashing through his eyes. Sword Douluo noticed the change in his gaze. The once high-spirited young man had changed so greatly. Life truly was unpredictable.

"What are your plans now? Why not join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

Sword Douluo asked tentatively. Gu Shenggo shook his head and politely declined. "Thank you for your kind offer, Senior Chenxin, but I am now a Teacher at Skywater Academy. I will be taking up my post soon."

"Is that so? Skywater Academy is not a bad place."

Since Gu Shenggo had refused, Sword Douluo said no more. However, he secretly remembered Skywater Academy, wondering what was so special about it that it had drawn Gu Shenggo to become a Teacher there.

When the tea was finished, they parted ways.

As Sword Douluo watched Gu Shenggo leave, Bone Douluo appeared in the pavilion as well.

"So it really was him."

Bone Douluo looked at Gu Shenggo's retreating figure as it vanished almost like teleportation and sighed. When they first met, Bone Douluo had found Gu Shenggo somewhat familiar, but he had not dared to be certain.

After Sword Douluo's confirmation, he had not expected him to truly be Qian Shiyu, the Spirit Hall Holy Son rumored to have died.

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