Agreeing to the Marriage Alliance! The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's Son-in-Law!

He had become the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's young sect master, Ning Fengzhi's personal disciple, and had grown up alongside Ning Rongrong as childhood sweethearts.

It was only natural for Ning Fengzhi to propose a marriage alliance at this time.

Zhao Tian had no reason to refuse.

Emotionally, Ning Rongrong would one day become the continent's foremost support-type Soul Master. Marrying her meant gaining the strongest possible backing.

Rationally, he was the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's young sect master. Marrying the sect master's daughter was the best choice for consolidating his position.

In terms of benefits, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was one of the Upper Three Sects, with immense wealth and abundant resources. With this connection, his future path of cultivation would be much smoother.

Besides, Ning Rongrong herself was a pretty and adorable girl. Though somewhat spoiled, she was kindhearted and rather fond of him.

"Teacher, I..."

Zhao Tian was about to speak.

But Ning Fengzhi raised a hand and interrupted him.

"Tian'er, there is no need to answer in a hurry."

"I know this is very sudden for you. You may go back and think it over carefully."

"But I hope you understand that I made this decision because I genuinely think highly of you."

Ning Fengzhi's tone was sincere, his gaze gentle.

He was not the sort of person to use his status as sect master to force others. No matter how much he wanted Zhao Tian to agree, he would not press him at a time like this.

Zhao Tian shook his head and said earnestly, "Teacher, there is no need to think it over. I can answer you now."

"I am willing."

"Rongrong is wonderful. I like her."

Zhao Tian's voice was not loud, but his words rang with conviction.

Those three words left everyone present stunned.

Ning Rongrong abruptly turned around, her large eyes widening round as the blush on her little face spread all the way to her ears.

"You... what are you saying!"

Ning Rongrong stammered, her heart racing as though it might leap from her chest.

Though she was young, she understood what "like" meant.

Zhao Tian looked at her and smiled faintly. "I said I like you, Rongrong."

"So, I am willing to marry you."

Ning Rongrong opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but her mind was completely blank and no words came out.

In the end, she gave a soft "Hmph," turned away, and covered her burning cheeks.

Yet the corners of her lips rose beyond her control.

Ning Fengzhi was stunned for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter.

"Good! Good! Good!"

He said "good" three times in a row, unable to conceal his excitement.

"Tian'er, from today onward, you are the son-in-law I, Ning Fengzhi, acknowledge!"

Chen Xin and Gu Rong also began to laugh.

"Fengzhi, that was quite a move you made."

Chen Xin teased.

"Any one would want to snatch a child like Tian'er as a son-in-law. You got there first, so now you need not fear that Qian Daoliu from Spirit Hall will come steal him away."

Gu Rong also made a rare joke.

Ning Fengzhi smiled. "Please stop teasing me, Uncles. I am also doing this for the sake of the sect and the children."

"Tian'er is an attacker, while Rongrong is a support-type Soul Master. They are naturally made for each other."

"If they can be together, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will surely become even more glorious in the future."

Zhao Tian stood to the side, listening to the three elders' conversation with a calm heart.

He did not regret this decision.

Ning Rongrong would grow into an outstanding girl in the future, and he would accompany her as she grew.

"Tian'er."

Ning Fengzhi walked over to Zhao Tian and patted his shoulder.

"From today on, you will live in the rear courtyard. Cultivate with Rongrong and live together with her."

"You may use all the sect's resources."

"I will personally teach you the ways of commerce and sect management. Uncle Jian and Uncle Gu will teach you the methods of battle."

"You are the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's young sect master, and also the future son-in-law of I, Ning Fengzhi."

"I hope you can grow quickly and soon become a powerhouse capable of standing on your own."

Zhao Tian bowed and said solemnly, "This disciple will remember Teacher's teachings and will certainly not disappoint Teacher's expectations."

Ning Fengzhi nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Ning Rongrong.

"Rongrong, come here."

Ning Rongrong slowly shuffled over, her little face still flushed red.

"Dad..."

"Rongrong, Dad has promised you to Tian'er. Are you willing?"

Ning Fengzhi asked.

Ning Rongrong secretly glanced at Zhao Tian, then swiftly lowered her head again.

Her voice was so soft it was almost inaudible. "...I am."

After saying those two words, she turned and ran, vanishing outside the main hall in an instant.

"Hahahaha!!!!!"

The three elders' hearty laughter rang through the hall.

Zhao Tian watched Ning Rongrong's retreating figure, the corners of his lips lifting slightly.

This little future demoness had such an adorable side too.

And from this moment onward, his bond with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was completely sealed.

No, it should be said that from this moment onward, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was his home in this world.

After running out of the hall, Ning Rongrong did not truly leave.

She hid behind a pillar outside the hall, covering her burning cheeks as her heart raced.

"He... he said he likes me..."

Ning Rongrong muttered softly, replaying over and over in her mind Zhao Tian's expression when he had said the three words, "I am willing."

He had been so serious, so resolute, not the slightest bit as though he were joking.

"Ah, Rongrong, what are you thinking!"

Ning Rongrong vigorously shook her head, trying to fling those messy thoughts from her mind. But the more she tried, the clearer Zhao Tian's face became.

Ning Fengzhi's voice drifted out from within the hall.

"Tian'er, go find Rongrong first. She is thin-skinned. Do not let her stay alone for too long."

"Yes, Teacher."

Zhao Tian's footsteps drew closer.

Ning Rongrong panicked and turned to run, but she stumbled and nearly fell.

"Careful."

A hand steadily caught her.

Ning Rongrong raised her head and met Zhao Tian's clear eyes.

"Y-you, why did you come out!"

Ning Rongrong stammered, forcefully pulling her hand back.

Zhao Tian smiled. "Teacher asked me to find you. He was afraid you would be alone for too long."

"I was not alone for too long!"

Ning Rongrong stubbornly retorted, but her feet nevertheless followed Zhao Tian forward of their own accord.

The two walked side by side along a small path in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the lingering rays of sunset stretching their shadows long and far.

"Zhao Tian."

Ning Rongrong suddenly spoke.

"Hmm?"

"Y-you said you like Rongrong. Was that true?"

Ning Rongrong lowered her head, her voice very soft.

Zhao Tian stopped and turned to look at her.

"It was true."

"Th-then will you always be good to Rongrong?"

"I will."

"Then will you protect Rongrong?"

"I will."

"Then will there be a day when you no longer like Rongrong?"

Zhao Tian raised a hand and gently flicked Ning Rongrong's forehead.

"Never."

"You promise?"

"I promise."

Ning Rongrong looked up, her eyes sparkling as a smile finally appeared on her lips.

"Then Rongrong will reluctantly believe you!"

She held out her little finger.

"Pinky promise."

Zhao Tian smiled and extended his finger, linking it with hers.

"Pinky promise, sealed with a hook. It will not change for a hundred years."

Their two childish voices echoed along the path.