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"Oh? This is..."

Ning Fengzhi examined the Immortal Herb Chu Bai had taken out.

"This Immortal Herb is called the Aromatic Silk Beauty. I believe Uncle Ning will be very interested in its effects," Chu Bai said with a smile.

"It's just a plant. What effect could it possibly have?"

Chen Xin asked from behind Ning Fengzhi.

"I picked this Immortal Herb from the place where Senior Dugu lives in seclusion. It is a rare treasure land, nurtured by nature itself. Once this Aromatic Silk Beauty is consumed, it can evolve your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul into the legendary Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."

"What?!"

Ning Fengzhi and Ning Rongrong's expressions instantly changed. Both rose to their feet, staring in disbelief at the Aromatic Silk Beauty in Chu Bai's hand.

Meanwhile, Dugu Bo was completely dumbfounded.

The Immortal Herbs growing outside his home had such effects?

Why did it feel like he had gotten the short end of the deal by giving them to Chu Bai?!

"The legendary Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda? Chu Bai, is this true?" Ning Fengzhi tried his best to keep his voice calm, but anyone could see just how shocked he was.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's only flaw was that its wielder could never break through to Soul Douluo in their lifetime.

But the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda was different. It could allow one to become a Titled Douluo. A Titled Douluo with a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda could absolutely be called the number one support-system Titled Douluo on Douluo Continent.

"Uncle Ning is a smart man, so naturally I would not make such a joke."

Chu Bai smiled.

Chen Xin, however, spoke up to remind him, "Chu Bai, if what you say is true, and this Aromatic Silk Beauty can evolve the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, then I presume you came to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to discuss something."

"That is indeed the case."

Chu Bai nodded. "Since that is so, I will not waste any more words. Uncle Ning, Senior Chen Xin, I have come this time in a private capacity to invite you to join Spirit Hall."

"Join Spirit Hall?"

Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin both looked grave.

"The Upper Three Sects have always stood together in solidarity. We have never planned to join any faction. Besides, Spirit Hall is already so powerful—why would it need the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to join it?"

Ning Fengzhi countered.

He exchanged a glance with Chen Xin, and their expressions were rather complicated.

There truly was no such thing as a free lunch.

"Uncle Ning, what do you think of the current situation on the continent?" Chu Bai asked.

"The continent may appear calm now, but it is merely the calm before the storm." Ning Fengzhi shook his head. "Chu Bai, when you said you were acting in a private capacity, what exactly did you mean?"

"Hehe, it is merely my personal intention. When I say join, all I need is a stance from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. The situation on the continent is about to become turbulent. I have one wish in my heart: to sweep aside all obstacles and unite the continent."

"If turmoil rises again, I do not believe any faction on the continent will be able to remain untouched."

Ning Fengzhi was greatly shocked as he watched Chu Bai calmly speak those words.

He was merely a twelve-year-old boy.

Yet he wanted to unite Douluo Continent. One had to know what a tremendous price that would require.

"Though the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would join, you would not need to obey Spirit Hall's commands. You could remain independent. This is the greatest sincerity I can offer."

Chu Bai smiled faintly. "I have control over the unique soil conditions at Senior Dugu's place. For a Aromatic Silk Beauty like this, I can cultivate one in a week."

"By then, Uncle Ning, I think you can change the plaque above your gates. Call it the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. What do you think?"

Ning Rongrong listened to their conversation in silence.

She was the same age as Chu Bai, yet she was still throwing childish tantrums like a spoiled young lady, while Chu Bai was already thinking of uniting the continent.

And he had even brought out a supreme treasure like the Aromatic Silk Beauty.

Is he... trying to change the future? It seems that if the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect does not join Spirit Hall, Grandpa Jian and Grandpa Bone will die in the future war...

But... what can I do? Even if we join Spirit Hall, can Chu Bai guarantee that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will remain safe and sound?

Ning Rongrong hesitated.

After a moment of silence, Ning Fengzhi finally spoke. "Chu Bai, while my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect does not involve itself in the affairs of the continent, if war truly breaks out again, then as you said, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will indeed be unable to remain untouched."

"But if you wish to unite the continent, given Spirit Hall's conduct over the years, would that truly..."

Chu Bai sighed.

"Spirit Hall's previous conduct has indeed earned it many unfavorable judgments. That is why I am acting in a private capacity this time. Moreover, even my teacher can be persuaded by me now, and I can obtain her agreement."

"Even if Uncle Ning does not trust Spirit Hall, you should trust me, shouldn't you? After all, Rong Rong and I practically grew up together."

Ning Fengzhi froze, then looked toward Ning Rongrong and smiled helplessly.

He had forgotten that the two children were fairly close. Perhaps Ning Rongrong was also an important link between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Chu Bai.

"I will provide the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect with Qiluo Tulips, one each week. How they are distributed and to whom will naturally be up to you."

Chu Bai stood up, then said, "Uncle Ning, I have not come here to beg this time. It is merely a transaction."

"I do not like wasting words. Given the future situation, no faction will be able to stay out of it. Before then, you should think carefully about your response. Hahaha."

Chu Bai laughed loudly.

At that moment, Chen Xin suddenly spoke. "Chu Bai, you said that even Bibi Dong has to listen to you. I would like to see what gives you the confidence to say such things."

"My confidence lies in my ability. With my current strength as a Soul Ancestor, I can shatter a Soul Sage's Martial Soul Avatar. Is such ability not enough?"

Chu Bai smiled.

"How is that possible..." Chen Xin frowned slightly. How could a Soul Ancestor possibly accomplish such a thing?

"Hehe, in that case, Senior Chen Xin, why not have a spar with me? If my ability can earn cooperation between our two sides, it will be worth it."

Chu Bai said with a smile.

"Hahaha, you suit this old man's taste. In that case, I shall have a little fun with you!"

Chen Xin laughed heartily.

"Rong Rong, what do you think of Chu Bai's idea..." Ning Fengzhi asked.

"Father, with Chu Bai's abilities, perhaps Spirit Hall really will change in the future. Before long, even Titled Douluo may no longer be Chu Bai's match." Ning Rongrong did not want to answer Ning Fengzhi directly.

She could not exactly say that if they opposed Spirit Hall, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo would both die.

"The Aromatic Silk Beauty... If this truly is an opportunity for my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to prosper once more, then this transaction may not be impossible. But before that, let me see just what ability Chu Bai possesses to seek the unification of the continent."