In the blink of an eye, the four arrived at a luxurious restaurant, the most prestigious restaurant in Heaven Dou City.
The crystal-clear and dazzling Heaven Dou Glazed Tile Pavilion is located in the core of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's industry. Its seven-story eaves are like a phoenix spreading its wings, and the glazed tiles reflect seven colors of mysterious light under the sunlight.
Each floor of the pavilion is shrouded in Soul Power barrier, which can even block the Spiritual Detection of Titled Douluo, making it the most private banquet venue in Heaven Dou City.
The top-floor private room offers a panoramic view of Heaven Dou City, with distant mountains appearing like dark eyebrows and the imperial palaces spread out before you. The dishes on the table are also extremely luxurious.
The four took their seats as host and guest. Ning Fengzhi smiled and looked at Tang Feng, his gaze gentle and refined. He first pointed to the old man beside him. "This is our sect's guardian elder, Sword Dao Chen Xin, a Level 96 Super Douluo, titled 'Sword'."
The old man had silver hair and wore a blue robe. His sword-like eyebrows reached his temples, and his eyes were as sharp as divine swords from the heavens. He simply nodded, yet nods slightly, making people afraid to look him directly in the eye.
Ning Fengzhi then turned to Tang Lie: "May I ask how this Your Majesty is addressed?"
Tang Lie and Tang Feng exchanged a glance, then simultaneously removed their masks, revealing their true faces. Tang Lie laughed loudly, "Sect Leader Ning, there's no need for such formalities. You've probably already guessed our identities. I am Tang Lie, the Seventh Elder of the Haotian Sect and the Blazing Sun Douluo."
"As expected, they are from the Clear Sky Sect." Ning Fengzhi smiled calmly. With his Ning Fengzhi, he had already guessed their origins from their surname and strength.
" Clear Sky Sect has been in seclusion for many years, but now it has suddenly appeared in Heaven Dou City. If you have any difficulties, please don't hesitate to ask. The Upper Three Sects are of one mind, and my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect definitely do its utmost to help you."
Ning Fengzhi tall and righteous, but his heart was in turmoil. When did the Clear Sky Sect gain a Level 95 Super Douluo?
Tang Lie responded politely, "Thank you for your righteousness, Sect Master Ning. Our sect has been living in seclusion for many years, and this trip is solely to protect the young sect leader during his training on the continent. There are no difficulties whatsoever."
Ning Fengzhi's eyes brightened slightly as he re-examined Tang Feng: " The Clear Sky Sect's choice of a young sect leader must mean he's an unparalleled genius. Rongrong, that proud and arrogant child, only holds you in high esteem. Seeing you today, I can confirm that you truly possess exceptional talent."
Tang Feng humbly cupped his hands in apology. " Sect Master Ning is too kind; this junior is unworthy of such praise."
Ning Fengzhi the subject. " Clear Sky Sect two people to travel the continent, is there any next step in their plans?"
Tang Feng put down his jade chopsticks, his expression calm. "To be honest, Sect Master Ning, the Spirit Hall has been domineering and tyrannical in recent years, suppressing those who dare to disobey. My Clear Sky Sect is closely monitoring this situation and intends to reopen our gates, cooperate with everyone, restore the prestige of the Upper Three Sects, and stand against the Spirit Hall."
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi startled, thinking to himself: The continent has been peaceful for too long; a storm is brewing.
Tang Feng continued, "I believe that my sect leader will soon pay a visit to Sect Master Ning to discuss this matter in person."
Ning Fengzhi replied solemnly, "Then I will await Sect Master Tang's arrival at Seven Treasure City!"
Knowing Ning Fengzhi's shrewdness, Tang Feng realized he needed to offer some bait. Looking intently at Ning Fengzhi, Tang Feng said, "I've heard that Martial Soul Sect Master Ning's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul has a flaw, preventing him from ever breaking through Level 80. I have considerable expertise in Martial Soul research. If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is willing to form an alliance with the Clear Sky Sect to jointly fight against the Spirit Hall, I can offer a solution to this flaw as a sign of sincerity."
Ning Fengzhi paused, his smile freezing on his face, and he stood up in disarray. "Brother Tang, are you serious?!"
"Absolutely no exaggeration." Tang Feng's voice was calm. Of course, Tang Feng wouldn't immediately take out the Aromatic Silk Beauty, but instead said tactfully, "I already have some leads. After this journey across the continent, I will definitely find a solution."
Ning Fengzhi a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the turmoil in his heart. The shackles that had bound the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for thousands of years actually seemed to have a chance of being broken in the mouth of this young man!
Sword Douluo Chen Xin, who was standing to the side, also raised his eyebrows slightly, and his Dao heart was slightly fluctuating.
Ning Fengzhi solemnly raised his cup. " The Upper Three Sects are of one mind and share the same blood. An alliance with the Clear Sky Sect is inevitable. If Brother Tang can truly provide a way to overcome the flaws of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, it will be a great favor to my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!"
" Sect Master Ning, you are too kind. It will take at least two years, and at most three years. This junior will certainly not disappoint Sect Master Ning." Tang Feng raised his cup to clink glasses with him.
Dugu Manor, at dusk.
As soon as Tang Feng and Tang Lie stepped into the mansion, two beautiful figures were already waiting for them in the hallway of the living room.
Dugu Yan shed her usual sharp attire and donned a moon-white long dress, her long hair tied up with a silver hairpin. She lost some of her dashing air and gained more of the gentle grace of a young lady from a noble family.
The girl in black beside her was as slender as a willow, her face veiled in black, revealing only a pair of deep blue eyes like the ocean. Her short silver hair fluttered in the evening breeze, and she exuded a tranquil aura that was completely opposite to that of Dugu Yan.
" Little Fengzi!" Dugu Yan, with her sharp eyes, immediately greeted him in a cheerful voice, then obediently bowed to Tang Lie, "Hello, Grandpa Tang."
Tang Lie smiled and nodded, but his gaze lingered on the girl in black for a moment. With Tang Lie's perception Super Douluo, he naturally sensed the extremely pure life fluctuations emanating from this girl.
At this moment, Dugu Bo also arrived upon hearing the commotion, his green robes fluttering. He laughed loudly, " Little Monster, you're finally back! Come, come, let me introduce you to a friend."
The five people moved into the living room, where the butler served fragrant tea before leaving. The door to the living room was tightly closed, preventing any outside prying eyes from entering.
The girl in black remained as still as a lotus until Dugu Yan gently tugged at her sleeve. Only then did she slowly rise, her voice as soft as the wind brushing against flower petals. "I am Ye Lingling, greetings to the Young Sect Master and His Majesty Blazing Sun."
Tang Feng was taken aback upon hearing this, and looked at Dugu Yan with a questioning gaze. Tang Feng had no recollection of the name " Ye Lingling ".
Dugu Yan hurriedly explained, " Lingling is my best sister, and also the only successor of the Nine Heart Begonia in this generation."
" Nine Heart Begonia?" Tang Feng repeated softly, quickly searching through the sect's records in his mind. It was a pure and extremely Healing System Martial Soul, with all its Soul Skill being healing. However, its inheritance was strange and rarely seen in the world.
Tang Feng pondered for a moment and said, "I remember the sect's records mentioning that the Nine Heart Begonia's healing abilities are unparalleled, but it seems that the path to its inheritance is fraught with difficulties?"
Dugu Bo picked up the conversation and sighed, "It's not just full of misfortunes, it's practically a journey through blood and tears. The ' Nine Heart Begonia ' Martial Soul seems to be cursed, with only two able to survive in the world."
Moreover, the Nine Heart Begonia Clan is considered a thorn in the side by the Spirit Hall and has been hunted down generation after generation. Now, only Lingling and her grandfather remain, barely surviving in Heaven Dou City thanks to the protection of the Heaven Dou Empire.
Upon hearing this, a hint of sadness flashed in Ye Lingling's blue eyes.
She slowly removed her veil, revealing a face so white it was almost transparent, except for her eyes, which shone with an astonishing brightness.
She said softly, "Young Sect Master, Senior Dugu's Martial Soul defect could be healed and even evolved. I would like to ask... if the curse of my Nine Heart Begonia Clan can also be...?"
She didn't continue, which was quite awkward.
Tang Feng said solemnly, "I think I understand. Miss Lingling is Sister Yan's closest friend, so I will do my best!"
Tang Feng stood up and paced slowly in the hall, saying in a deep voice, "The 'curse' of the Nine Heart Begonia can only have two inheritors in the world at the same time. Its essence is not a curse, but rather a one-way inheritance and depletion of life force. The Martial Soul Origin is bound by the law of symbiotic balance, forming a strange 'twin bond.' To break it, one must..."
Tang Feng paused, then looked intently at Ye Lingling: "We must break this symbiotic bond and transform our Martial Soul from a 'consumption-type' to a 'circular' type, just like ordinary Soul Master."
Upon hearing this, Ye Lingling's blue eyes shone with an unprecedented light. "Young Sect Master... do you have a solution?"
Dugu Yan excitedly grabbed Tang Feng's sleeve. " Little Fengzi, tell me quickly! Help Lingling!"
Tang Feng chuckled and patted her hand, signaling her to calm down, then said seriously, "We all have a blood feud with the Spirit Hall, so we're natural allies. Helping you is only right. To be honest, I do have an idea, but I can't guarantee it will succeed."
Tang Feng turned to Ye Lingling: " Sister Lingling, you can call me Little Feng, just like Sister Yan."
Ye Lingling bit her lower lip and whispered, " Little Feng... I wonder what your method is? As long as the curse can be broken, my Nine Heart Begonia Clan is willing to pay any price."
"It's not that serious." After saying that, Tang Feng took out a strange plant from his Wishful Hundred Treasure Purse. It was a lotus-shaped plant with two flowers on one stem, one black and one white. Yin and Yang energies flowed on the petals, as if it were a microcosm of the cycle of life and death.
"This flower is called the ' Yin-Yang Twin-Stemmed Lotus '," Tang Feng said slowly. "It only grows in the narrow space between life and death, where extreme yin and extreme yang meet. It draws on the energy of both extremes to grow, and it takes ten thousand years for even one to grow. Its form itself is a metaphor for breaking the limitation of singularity and achieving a symbiotic balance."