The Wind, Water, and Fire Families pledged their loyalty
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi's study.
After reading the letter, Gu Rong couldn't help but sneer, "This kid's got a good plan. Getting the Wind, Water, and Fire Families to temporarily rely on us, then reaping the benefits later? There's no such thing as a free lunch!"
Ning Fengzhi, however, disagreed, saying, "For us, this might not be a bad thing."
It's clear that Wu Qi is ambitious.
Given his background, it's likely he'll find it difficult to gain real power within the Spirit Hall in the future.
Planning ahead for one's future is a wise thing to do.
For the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, their initial intention in cooperating with the Worship Hall was to forge a wide network of allies.
Even if the Wind, Water, and Fire Families later respond to Wu Qi's call and support him in establishing a sect, it will still be more beneficial than harmful to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Having benefited from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the three families will certainly be closer to them in the future, and the two sides may even form an alliance.
If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect were to suffer misfortune in the future, with this debt of gratitude still attached, how could the Wind, Water, and Fire Families possibly stand idly by?
In Ning Fengzhi's view, this was about paying a small price to secure a powerful and staunch ally for the future.
Chen Xin agreed with his idea, "Old man, Fengzhi Zhi is right. Sometimes, you're just too Petty-minded."
"Money in your hands is just a pile of scrap metal; its value lies in using it to make a profit."
Gu Rong gave a soft hum.
Previously, Ning Fengzhi hadn't explained; he was simply acting according to his own ideas, so what was wrong with that?
It was Chen Xin who took the opportunity to preach, which was truly Petty-minded.
Ning Fengzhi smiled helplessly.
These two sect elders sometimes behaved in a way that rivaled Ning Rongrong's.
After a pause, he sat down in front of his study and immediately wrote a reply, doing a favor as a gesture of goodwill.
The Huo Family.
The three Clan Head engaged in a heated discussion.
Feng Changlin acknowledged Wu Qi's abilities, after all, he was his grandson, and Wu Qi's prowess had been praised to him many times.
Feng Xiaotian has already been confirmed as the next Clan Head the Feng Family. Even if he disagrees, in a few years Feng Xiaotian will take the initiative to bring his family under Wu Qi's command.
Rather than adding to someone's success later, it's better to offer help now when things are going well; you might gain even more benefits in the end.
Conversely, Shui Ningbing.
The Water Clan has not benefited from Wu Qi in any way, and it is impossible to convince her to believe in Wu Qi based solely on the words of others.
Huo Lie has not yet expressed his opinion, and watching the two trying to persuade each other, he can't help but feel helpless.
If this leads to a breakdown in relations between the three families, then it would be a net loss.
Finally, he made the decision. "Old Shui, I don't think young friend Wu intentionally 'forgot' about the Water Clan."
"Let's see what he has to say first. Don't worry, Lao Feng and I will fight for your interests."
Having said that, Shui Ningbing had nothing more to say.
When Wu Qi returned to the Main Hall, he carried a letter with him.
He smiled and presented the letter to the three men, "The three Clan Head, this is Sovereign Ning's reply."
Upon receiving the letter, the three of them could read it at a glance, given their combined Spiritual Power.
Wu Qi has already fulfilled his promise; what else do they have to hesitate about?
The three rose from their seats and respectfully bowed to Wu Qi, saying, "We greet the Sect Master."
Wu Qi smiled wryly.
"You're not quite Sect Master yet. For a long time to come, you'll probably have to take orders from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Ning Fengzhi in his letter that they would manage three profitable businesses within the Seven Treasures Commerce Association and receive 30% of the net profits.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's wealth was known to everyone on the continent; this 30% profit was enough for them to live a life of luxury.
The three knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make their fortune, and they had to seize it firmly.
It's important to know that there are more than just these three families on the continent with Soul Douluo.
Wu Qi could win them over, and he could also use this opportunity to win over others.
"We Martial Soul Oath that our families will obey the orders of Sect Master Wu Qi from now on. If we disobey, Martial Soul Shattering and our Death and Dissolution."
Gods truly exist on the Douluo Continent, and no one has ever broken their Martial Soul Oath.
And this time, they didn't play word games.
Wu Qi nodded in satisfaction and then helped the three of them up.
"I am aware of the three Clan Head ' sincere intentions. As for the Elephant Armor Sect, I will have Senior Dugu handle things. As for the future, hmph, with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect as your backer, I doubt anyone will dare to cause you trouble."
The three readily agreed.
However, Shui Ningbing's attitude was somewhat subtle, and she hesitated to speak several times.
Wu Qi understood her thoughts perfectly. So, he called her to an empty room alone.
"Clan Head, this Icebound Snow Lotus is a special Heavenly Treasures and Earthly Treasures, containing unparalleled Spiritual Energy. Cultivating nearby will rapidly enhance the strength of an ice-attribute Soul Master."
"If consumed directly, it can enhance Soul Master's Talent and Soul Power, making it a rare treasure."
"There is only one of these plants. I hope Clan Head will keep it a secret and not leak the news, lest it bring trouble upon me."
As for whether to give it to Shui Bing'er to absorb or keep it for her to cultivate with, that's up to her to decide.
Seeing this, Shui Ningbing grinned from ear to ear and readily agreed.
"Since the Sect Master is so considerate of me, I will certainly not let the Sect Master down."
Having dealt with the Wind, Water, and Fire Families, Wu Qi had no more worries for the time being, and could now focus on dealing with Qin Ming.
Back at the academy, they heard that Wu Qi had accomplished another great feat, and everyone admired him immensely.
"If Rongrong had half of Brother Wu Qi's abilities, Dad would definitely look at Rongrong with new respect." Ning Rongrong said with envy.
Qiangu Changkong patted Wu Qi on the shoulder and laughed, "As expected of Wu Ge, whatever you want to do, you accomplish it."
Hearing everyone's praise, Wu Qi felt a little embarrassed.
"Alright, alright, that's enough. I was able to get things done because I aligned myself with the Core Interests of the majority."
"Everyone must understand that this is a world driven by self-interest. To get things done, you need to balance the interests of your own side with those of the other party. If this isn't handled properly beforehand, Conflicts of Interest will inevitably arise in the future."
All of this was not difficult for Feng Xiaotian, the oldest among them and who had been nurtured by his family for many years, to understand.
But it took him nearly ten years of study to gradually understand the relationships between interests.
Wu Qi's words revealed the truth in a single sentence, demonstrating his extraordinary talent.
That night, Dugu Bo concealed his presence and sneaked into the temporary headquarters of the Elephant Armor Sect.
To coordinate with Bibi Dong's actions and to annex the Wind, Water, and Fire Families, Huyan Zhen specifically established this temporary base near Element City.
The reason is simple: the Elephant Armor Sect Sect's headquarters are too far away. If they cannot send strong experts to be stationed near the Elephant Armor Academy, they would probably have been squeezed out by the Wind, Water, and Shui Families, and Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan long ago.
Inside a Camp, Huyan Zhen was discussing something with several Elder.
"Sect Master, the Wind Sword Sect and the Sacred Dragon Sect are eyeing us covetously. We must return as soon as possible to deal with them."
"Yes, these guys have been coveting the sect's position for a long time; we can't let them succeed so easily."