ATM, Ning Fengzhi

A month later, in a luxurious residence at the easternmost edge of Heaven Dou City!

"Achoo..." Jun Lin sneezed, a trace of confusion flashing through his blood-red eyes.

He frowned slightly and mused to himself, Who could be talking behind my back...?

At that moment, Ah Yin, dressed in a blue gown, approached lightly like an orchid in spring.

Her stunning face was filled with concern as she asked softly, "A-Jun, are you feeling unwell?"

Jun Lin shook his head slightly. "It's nothing. I've probably just been cooped up at home for too long."

Then, his gaze turned toward the equally beautiful and captivating Shui Linglong beside him.

Shui Linglong wore a light-purple dress that accentuated her graceful figure, while her lively eyes gleamed with shrewd competence.

"Sister Linglong, what are we having for breakfast today?" Jun Lin asked.

Shui Linglong thought for a moment. "Uh... how about we go to the snack street?"

Ah Yin pouted lightly. "Sister Linglong, we've been in Heaven Dou City for over a month. We've already eaten every last thing at the snack street!" Her voice was crisp and pleasant like silver bells, carrying a hint of coquettish complaint.

Jun Lin said with a smile, "Then we'll have to think carefully about where to find some new delicacies today. We can't keep eating food we've already tried."

Ah Yin nodded, anticipation glittering in her eyes. "Exactly, exactly. Heaven Dou City is so big. There must be lots of delicious food we haven't discovered yet."

Shui Linglong also fell into thought. She gently bit her lip, trying hard to think of somewhere special to sample good food.

After a while, her eyes lit up. "I heard that a newly opened Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Hotel recently appeared in Heaven Dou City. They say its dishes are quite unique. Why don't we go try it?"

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Hotel? Opened by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Fine, we'll eat there today." Jun Lin nodded slightly, a mysterious anticipation appearing in his eyes.

Ah Yin looked interested as well. "A hotel run by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Then it must be pretty good."

Shui Linglong smiled. "Then let's hurry and set off. We might even run into something interesting."

As one of the Upper Three Sects, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect held a pivotal position in the Soul Master world. Since this hotel had been opened by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, both its cuisine and service surely had something unique about them.

The three exchanged glances, all showing interest.

After straightening their clothes, they prepared to head for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Hotel.

Along the way, Jun Lin could not help recalling that he had not seen Ning Fengzhi, this "ATM," for three years. He rather missed him.

Heaven Dou City's bustling streets were packed with people and brimming with life.

Jun Lin, Ah Yin, and Shui Linglong walked side by side, their figures especially eye-catching amid the crowd.

Jun Lin stood tall and carried an extraordinary bearing. His deep blood-red eyes, snow-white hair, and slightly upturned lips gave him a mysterious yet approachable air.

Ah Yin looked like an immortal maiden descended to the mortal world, her blue dress fluttering in the breeze as she radiated beauty.

Shui Linglong was elegant and poised, her light-purple dress bringing out her noble temperament.

"Good morning, Uncle Zhang San!" Jun Lin greeted a passing middle-aged man with a smile.

"Good morning, Young Master Jun!" Uncle Zhang San replied with a broad smile. "Out for breakfast with Miss Ah Yin again?"

"Good morning, Auntie Li Si!" Jun Lin warmly greeted an older woman as well.

"Oh, isn't this Young Master Jun and Miss Linglong? Out so early?" Auntie Li Si said with a smile.

Everyone who knew them greeted them. Clearly, the residents of Heaven Dou City had long grown accustomed to this trio. They had become a distinctive sight on the city's streets.

Jun Lin and the other two continued walking while exchanging pleasantries with the people around them. Warm smiles filled their faces, as though they had become one with Heaven Dou City itself.

At that moment, an exceedingly luxurious carriage slowly approached along the street. Its exquisite decorations, golden carvings, and splendid silk curtains displayed its owner's noble status.

Inside the carriage sat Ning Fengzhi, the young sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. At that moment, his heart was full of worry because one of the sect's Titled Douluo powerhouses—Dong Liu—did not have long to live.

Dong Liu was a level ninety-six assault-type Peak Douluo, bearing the title Spear. Not only was he a powerful pillar of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but he was also Ning Fengzhi's maternal uncle.

Watching his uncle grow weaker by the day, Ning Fengzhi was frantic with worry. He desperately wanted to do something for both his uncle and the sect, but could not find a suitable way.

Ning Fengzhi's brows were tightly furrowed, the troubles in his heart tangled like a mess of threads. He knew just how important his uncle was to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Should his uncle pass away, it would undoubtedly be a heavy blow to the sect.

He constantly considered every possible solution, trying to find a way to save his uncle's life, but he never found a clue.

Thinking of his uncle Dong Liu only made Ning Fengzhi feel heavier. His uncle's condition was worsening, and only the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's deep resources were keeping him alive.

All sorts of precious medicinal herbs and Soul Tool-assisted treatments could only barely slow the worsening of his injuries. Ning Fengzhi understood that this could not continue forever. They had to find a method that could truly cure his uncle's injuries.

At that moment, the lively clamor from the street drifted into the carriage. Ning Fengzhi's heart stirred, and he grew curious about the commotion.

He thought that perhaps going down for a stroll and relaxing for a while would help clear his mind.

Thus, he curiously had the coachman stop, then stepped out of the carriage and prepared to stroll through the street.

The moment he emerged from the carriage and saw those three figures amid the crowd, his heart jolted.

Were those not the three people who had saved his life three years ago? Delight immediately appeared on his face.

Ning Fengzhi quickly walked toward Jun Lin and the others, his heart filled with emotion. If they had not helped him during that accident three years ago, he would likely have died long ago.

Ever since then, he had wanted to find an opportunity to repay their kindness, yet he had never expected to meet them again here.

"Brother Jun, Miss Ah Yin, Miss Linglong, it really is you!" Ning Fengzhi said excitedly.

Hearing his voice, Jun Lin and the other two turned around. They were equally surprised to see Ning Fengzhi.

Jun Lin and the other two had settled in Heaven Dou City long ago. They had even spent a sum of Gold Soul Coins to buy a residence and had wandered Heaven Dou City for an entire month. Yet they had not encountered a single other "key figure," making it impossible to complete even one system mission.

Originally, he had planned to eat at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Hotel and see whether he could catch Ning Fengzhi, this "ATM." He had not expected to run into him halfway there.

Seeing this, Jun Lin smiled as well. "Brother Ning, I didn't expect to meet you here."

Ah Yin and Shui Linglong also greeted Ning Fengzhi. Looking at them, Ning Fengzhi's heart was filled with joy.

"Three years have passed, yet Brother Jun's bearing remains as impressive as ever," Ning Fengzhi said.

Jun Lin said modestly, "Brother Ning, you flatter me. You seem somewhat worried. Is something troubling you?"

Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi was slightly stunned, and a thought flashed through his mind. He could not casually reveal such important intelligence as a Titled Douluo powerhouse in the sect being near death, not even to Jun Lin and the other two who had saved his life. After all, it concerned the safety of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Ning Fengzhi quickly regained his composure and said with a smile, "It's nothing major. Just some family affairs bothering me a little."

Jun Lin, however, sharply noticed that something was off and mused to himself, With Ning Fengzhi's identity and status, anything that could make him look like this must be no small matter.

Perhaps the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is in some sort of predicament because of Dong Liu's condition, or perhaps Ning Fengzhi is racking his brains to find a way to treat Dong Liu.

He had known three years ago that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's Titled Douluo powerhouse, Dong Liu, did not have long to live. Naturally, he understood that Ning Fengzhi's current worries must stem from concern over Dong Liu.

But since Ning Fengzhi was unwilling to say more, Jun Lin could not press him. Everyone had their own secrets and difficulties, especially a great sect like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which had many matters that could not easily be spoken of to outsiders.

Even though Jun Lin had once saved his life, Ning Fengzhi would not readily reveal important sect intelligence to others. That was only human nature. If it were Jun Lin, he might have made the same choice. A sect's rise, fall, honor, and disgrace were matters of great importance. How could critical information be casually disclosed?

At that moment, Jun Lin said, "If you need help with anything, Brother Ning, feel free to ask."

Ning Fengzhi said gratefully, "Thank you for your kindness, Brother Jun. May I ask what the three of you are planning to do?"