Journey to Sunset Forest

Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin finally came to their senses and stared at the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in Ning Rongrong's hand for a long time. They roughly guessed that the Marrow Cleansing Spirit Liquid was much more effective for children.

"Just this one bottle, and only enough for three sips," Ning Fengzhi smile. "I took the first two sips with Uncle Sword, and this last one is for Rongrong."

Upon hearing this, Gu Rong wore a pained expression, as if he had "missed out on a fortune." He looked at Chen Xin and said sourly, "So, Sword Man's soul power has improved quite a bit, hasn't it?"

Chen Xin grinned, a rare hint of pride in his expression. "So-so, I guess. I've only reached the bottleneck of level 96. After another three to five years of consolidation, I should be able to break through."

The Gu Rong is now in even greater distress.

But after calming down and thinking it over, he had to admit that the deal was worth it.

Using half of the sales network and the Heart Separation Control Method, Ning Fengzhi broke through to level 80 and Martial Soul Evolution, Chen Xin reached a bottleneck, and Ning Rongrong even evolved directly into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda —this was simply a huge profit!

"Uncle Gu, don't worry." Ning Fengzhi quickly reassured him upon seeing this. "If there's an opportunity in the future, I'll try to trade some more Marrow Cleansing Spirit Liquid with that person. He doesn't seem like a stingy person. As long as we treat him sincerely, there should still be a chance."

Hearing this, Gu Rong's hope was rekindled. He smiled and asked, "Is there one more thing?"

Ning Fengzhi said solemnly, "Bring Xue Qinghe and his maid Bai Xue to Sunset Forest to see him."

Gu Rong frowned slightly. "Xue Qinghe is, after all, the First Prince, and judging from Xue Ye's attitude, there's a growing tendency to make him the crown prince. If something happens... we won't be able to explain it to Xue Ye."

"Explain what?" Chen Xin curled her lip in disdain. "Even if Xue Qinghe really did die, what can Xue Ye do to us? Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect isn't a vassal of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family. Besides..."

He paused, a sharp glint in his eyes. "That person's strength is unfathomable. If we could form an alliance with him, it would be far better than being Xue Qinghe's teacher. If we succeed in this, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's future status will only rise to a higher level."

Gu Rong was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded. "If that's truly the case, I agree to it."

Ning Fengzhi a sigh of relief. With Chen Xin and Gu Rong's support, this matter was now secure.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

Early that morning, Luo Can and Qian Renxue prepared to depart from the Fate Defying Valley. Before leaving, they gave their four junior disciples a long holiday.

"Yay! Long live Master!" Upon hearing that there was a holiday, Xiao Xiao Xiao jumped up and down three times in a row.

Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan also smiled. Although their cultivation was usually very fulfilling, being able to rest for a while and go out to play was always a happy thing. Even Tang Ya, who was usually quiet, had a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

"What about me! What about me!" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion ran up to Luo Can, tilted its little head, and looked at him expectantly.

Luo Can looked at the furry little creature and pondered for a moment.

With the current strength of the Fate Defying Pavilion, plus the presence of Du Bisou and Scarlet King, the little guy shouldn't be in any danger if he goes out to play as long as he doesn't stray too far from Yaowang Town.

He smiled and ruffled the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's head, "If you're not afraid of being used as Spirit Ring by other humans, of course you can go out."

"Hmph!" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion puffed out its little chest, its tone arrogant. "Human, don't worry. When the time comes, I'll bring the Scarlet King along. Who dares to touch me?"

Luo Can reached out and tapped its little head, pretending to be serious as he said, "You can go out, but you're not allowed to run around or cause trouble. You have to stay with Xiao Xiao and the others. If you dare to disobey, I'll put you in solitary confinement when we get back."

"Confined?" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion looked at him in confusion.

"It means locking you alone in a dark little room for a month, not allowing you to come out or even participate in the Energy Tide," Luo Can said calmly.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion trembled and quickly said, "Human, don't worry, I definitely won't run away! I'll stay obediently with Xiao Xiao and the others!"

Luo Can nodded in satisfaction and looked at Du Bisou who was walking over from the side:

"Senior Poison, I'll have to trouble you to keep an eye on this little guy and make sure he doesn't cause any trouble."

Du Bisou nodded and said, "Leave it to me. I also want to go out and see what your Rebellious Fate Defying Pavilion is really like."

"Okay." Luo Can nodded, then looked at Ju Zi, "I'll leave the intelligence to you. Notify me immediately if there's any movement from Yue Guan's side."

"Don't worry about it, leave it to me!" Ju Zi patted her chest. "You guys should also go and come back soon. And Sister Snow, I wish you a successful mission this time."

Qian Renxue smiled slightly, "Then I'll accept your kind words."

Luo Can and Qian Renxue saw the young disciples off out of the valley, watching them happily head towards the Reverse Du Bisou Fate Defying Pavilion under the guidance of Du Bisi. The Three-Eyed Golden Lion excitedly ran in front, its golden fur shimmering in the sunlight like a leaping flame.

Only after their figures disappeared from sight did the two of them turn their gaze away.

"Let's go." Luo Can took Qian Renxue's hand.

The next moment, the two transformed into two streaks of light, one gold and one black, soaring into the sky and flying swiftly towards the Sunset Forest.

They flew swiftly, reaching the outer edge of Sunset Forest in less than half a day. Without stopping, they flew straight towards the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well deep within the forest.

Soon, the two arrived at the entrance to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

Before they could land, a sharp sword intent rose from the valley, locking onto the two of them. Immediately afterward, Ji Juechen appeared at the valley entrance, his Judgment Sword already drawn three inches from its sheath.

But when he saw who it was, the sword intent on his body instantly subsided, and the sword slowly returned to its sheath.

"It's you guys." A hint of surprise flashed in Ji Juechen's eyes.

"It seems your swordsmanship has improved quite a bit during this time." Luo Can landed and felt the more refined and pure sword intent emanating from Ji Juechen, his eyes flashing with admiration.

"Hmm." Ji Juechen nodded, a rare smile appearing on his face. "Chen Xin is indeed a worthy opponent. All three sparring sessions have been very rewarding for me."

Luo Can laughed, "You've certainly made quite a stir. Now even Spirit City knows about the ' Sword Obsessive Douluo '."

Ji Juechen didn't care. "Just empty fame. I only care about the way of the sword."

Luo Can then asked, "By the way, where is Dugu Bo?"

"He went to Suotuo City, saying he needed to get the paperwork done for establishing the primary and Intermediate Academy. He's been gone for about half a month now," Ji Juechen replied.

Luo Can nodded upon hearing this, thinking to himself, "It seems that Dugu Bo is quite concerned about the affairs of the academy. I should reward him properly after this matter is over."

"Let's go in first." Luo Can snapped out of his thoughts and said seriously, "We have a very important matter to attend to at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well this time."

Ji Juechen nodded, asked no further questions, and turned to lead the two into the valley.

After passing through the poisonous miasma, the view suddenly opened up before us.

Inside the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, various rare and poisonous herbs grew lushly and were carefully tended into herb gardens. It was clear that since he had plundered Immortal Herb here, Dugu Bo had paid even more attention to its care, and it seemed that he had also plundered a lot of top-grade herbs to transplant here.

The three of them soon arrived at the spring.

Standing on the shore, looking at the distinct red and blue springs, Luo Can suddenly felt a slight throbbing in the blood deep within his body.

It was a resonance that came from instinct, as if something deep within the spring was calling to him.

Luo Can's eyes narrowed slightly.

He suddenly remembered something—in the original story, the formation of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well seemed to be related to the fallen Ice Dragon King and Fire Dragon King. After the two dragon kings fell, their remains fell here, thus forming this spectacle of ice and fire originating from the same source.

"It seems I need to find some time to go down there and investigate," Luo Can thought to himself.

However, the priority now is to help Qian Renxue devour the main body. We can consider exploring the depths of the spring after this is over.