Dai Mubai then asked, "Father-in-law, it's been half a year since the Soul Master Tournament ended. How is the situation in Heaven Dou City?"
Ning Fengzhi's smile gradually faded, and his tone became more serious. " Heaven Dou City has indeed been quite turbulent lately. Not long ago, the Tang brothers Tang Xiao Tang Hao, who had disappeared for nearly half a year, returned to Heaven Dou City. For some reason, they first caused trouble for the Heaven Dou Holy Temple, and the two sides were on the verge of a major battle."
Dai Mubai thought to himself that after half a year of recuperation, Tang Hao had probably brought his hidden injuries under control.
The reason for causing trouble for the Heaven Dou Holy Temple might be because the Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone, assuming it had been taken by the Spirit Hall.
"And then what? Didn't a fight break out?" Dai Mubai pressed.
Ning Fengzhi said, " The Spirit Hall's attitude is very tough. Salas has the Spirit Hall backing him up and won't budge an inch. Tang Xiao doesn't want to start a war with the Spirit Hall immediately either, after all, the Clear Sky Sect is just about to emerge from seclusion and its foundation is not yet stable. In addition, Xue Ye mediated between the two sides, so the two sides haven't started fighting for the time being. But I estimate that this won't be peaceful for long."
Dai Mubai asked, "Are they making such a big show of things? Is the Clear Sky Sect about to make a move?"
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "Yes, the Clear Sky Sect is about to leave the mountain. Xue Ye has already allocated a large area of land in the western suburbs of Heaven Dou City for the Clear Sky Sect to settle down; it's quite a large estate. The Clear Sky Sect members have been leaving the mountain one after another and are currently temporarily settled in the Strength Clan's residence. Tang San has also returned to the Clear Sky Sect."
He paused, then continued, " With the Clear Sky Sect emerging from seclusion, the Spirit Hall certainly won't stand idly by. The days ahead in Heaven Dou City are likely to be anything but peaceful."
Dai Mubai nodded, thinking to himself, "Let them fight, let the Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Sect fight for as long as possible."
Once they've fought to the point of mutual destruction, it will be a natural progression for the Star Luo Empire to step in and reap the rewards.
Dai Mubai stood up. "Father-in-law, I plan to set off for the Slaughter City tomorrow."
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "Alright. The City of Slaughter City dangerous, so be careful."
"Yes, I will definitely break out of the Slaughter City." Dai Mubai's eyes were firm.
Dai Mubai seemed to remember something and looked at Ning Fengzhi, saying, "Father-in-law, after you consumed the Nine-Grade Purple Ganoderma, your Martial Soul Evolution into the Eight Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda instead of the Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda. This is very likely because your life force is insufficient."
It's really just a facade. The so-called lack of vitality is just a euphemism.
Ning Fengzhi is older and has a large harem. The medicinal power of the Nine-Grade Purple Ganoderma is definitely not as good as that of the Aromatic Silk Beauty, and it is simply not enough to fill the gap in the two-layer pagoda.
Dai Mubai took out a jade box from his Storage Ring and handed it to Ning Fengzhi: "This is a Tonghua Pill, which can greatly enhance your vitality and may even help your Martial Soul break through the final bottleneck."
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's eyes gleamed, and he reached out to take the jade box.
The moment the lid was lifted, a rich and pure sense of life rushed out, the air so fresh it invigorated the spirit.
Inside the box was a bright green Pill, its surface shimmering with a lustrous sheen.
Ning Fengzhi looked at the Pill, his hands trembling slightly.
He took a deep breath and said eagerly, "Okay, I'll take it now."
Ning Fengzhi immediately put the Tonghua Pill into his mouth and sat down cross-legged.
The Pill melted instantly upon entering his mouth, and a warm yet powerful life force surged through his body, flowing along his meridians to every part of his body.
A pale blue light emanated from his body, Eight Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda appeared in his palm. The eight layers of the pagoda shimmered with light, and at the very top, the originally ethereal and hazy ninth layer was now gradually solidifying and shining.
Bone Douluo Gu Rong, Dai Mubai, and Ning Rongrong stood to the side, all holding their breath and staring at the tower.
Ning Rongrong gripped Dai Mubai's sleeve tightly, her fingers clenching slightly, her eyes fixed on Ning Fengzhi's changes.
Ning Fengzhi gritted his teeth, fine beads of sweat appearing on his forehead. His Soul Power surged wildly within him, pouring all the remaining life force of the Tonghua Pill into that illusory image.
The phantom image frantically absorbed the medicinal power, flickering between light and darkness.
After about half an incense stick's time, the light surrounding Ning Fengzhi began to converge on the Eight Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
The illusory image became increasingly solid and clear, gradually acquiring a warm luster from its initial transparency.
Finally, with a buzzing sound, the ninth floor of the tower lit up completely, just like the other eight floors, radiant and dazzling.
Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda.
Ning Fengzhi opened his eyes and stared at the nine-story pagoda in his palm, completely frozen in place.
The dignified Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School had seen all sorts of storms, yet at this moment, he was like a child who had received his most desired toy, his fingers trembling slightly.
" The Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda... it really is the Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda..." Ning Fengzhi's voice was a little hoarse, and his tone was somewhat incredulous.
Dai Mubai asked, "Father-in-law, how are you feeling?"
Ning Fengzhi suppressed his surging emotions, retrieved the Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda into his body, and his face relaxed. "I feel great, my body feels much younger, and although my Soul Power is still at level eighty-eight, it is noticeably more refined."
He clenched his fist, feeling the surging power within him, his tone carrying an unprecedented confidence.
"Give me another year or two, and I will definitely become the first Titled Douluo Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda."
Dai Mubai smiled and said, "Then I, your son-in-law, congratulate you in advance."
Ning Rongrong sidled up to Ning Fengzhi, tugged at his sleeve, and smiled, her eyes crinkling. "Daddy, then you'll be Titled Douluo of the Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda from now on, even more powerful than all the previous sect leaders!"
Ning Fengzhi patted his daughter's hand and laughed, "What's so great about it? It's all thanks to Mubai's good fortune."
He turned to Dai Mubai, his eyes filled with sincere gratitude, " Mubai, thank you."
Dai Mubai waved his hand and continued, "Father-in-law, during this time, you can secretly inquire about a place called Blue Silver Forest. There might be a ninth Soul Ring there that is very suitable for you."
" Blue Silver Forest!?" Ning Fengzhi was slightly taken aback.
"Yes. The Blue Silver Forest is the base of the Blue Silver Grass Clan. I've heard there's a Blue Silver King there that's over 90,000 years old. I think it would be perfect as your ninth Soul Ring."
Dai Mubai spoke with certainty.
The Blue Silver King's energy is inclusive and gentle, and it has a high compatibility with the Nine-Treasure Glazed Pagoda's auxiliary attributes, making it easier to absorb than ordinary 90,000 Years Soul Beast. Dai Mubai felt it was very suitable.
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "Okay, I'll send someone to secretly inquire."
Dai Mubai smiled and didn't say anything more.
That night, the light in Ning Rongrong's room remained on all night.
Ning Rongrong used every trick in the book, putting all her strength into Dai Mubai.
The bed, sofa, bathroom, even the window—everywhere bore the marks of their antics, leaving Dai Mubai thoroughly exhausted.
Ning Rongrong didn't stop until the sun rose in the east, and Dai Mubai barely slept a wink all night.