Upon seeing the young woman, the disciple leading the way immediately stopped and respectfully bowed, saying, "Young Miss."
Ning Tian nodded slightly to the disciple who was leading the way, as a response.
Her beautiful eyes immediately fell on Kong Xuan, a hint of curiosity on her face. "Why are you here?"
Kong Xuan looked at Ning Tian, who had run up to him, and a gentle smile appeared on his face.
He explained, "My grandfather and I came to Lingdou City on some business. Since we were already here, we thought we'd stop by and pay a visit to Sect Master Ning."
Upon hearing this, Ning Tian's gaze finally turned to the tall, yellow-robed old man beside Kong Xuan —Kong Xuan's grandfather, wasn't that...?
Not daring to be the slightest bit negligent, Ning Tian quickly composed himself, abandoning his casual demeanor towards Kong Xuan, and solemnly performed a standard salute to Kong Deming, his voice clear and respectful. " Ning Tian of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect greets His Majesty the Silver Moon."
Kong Deming wore a gentle smile, like a kind elder in an ordinary family, and waved his hand lightly. "Miss Ning, there's no need for such formalities."
After exchanging greetings, Ning Tian visibly relaxed. She looked at the disciple who had led the way and said, "Leave this to me. You can go and do your work."
Seeing that the young lady had personally taken over, the disciple who had been guiding the way had no objections. He bowed again and then quietly withdrew.
Ning Tian then looked at Kong Xuan and Kong Deming again, a bright smile on his face, and gestured for them to enter.
" Silver Moon Majesty, Kong Xuan, please come with me. Father should be inside the Glazed Pagoda right now."
With Ning Tian, the sect leader's daughter, personally leading the way, they passed through the intricate yet luxurious and profound corridors within the nine-story glazed pagoda without any obstacles.
Finally, the three arrived at a spacious and elegant reception room on a high floor of the tower.
The hall door was open, and Ning Yuanshan, the current sect leader of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, stood with his hands behind his back by the window, looking down at the scenery in the valley. He was dressed in a light gold casual robe.
When he heard Ning Tian call out "Father" from outside the door, a loving smile naturally appeared on his face as he turned around.
However, before Ning Yuanshan could turn around and speak, a sudden change occurred!
The moment Ning Tian stepped into the reception room, a figure that had been standing as still as a rock in the shadows moved without warning!
Like a sword drawn from its sheath, it instantly covered several meters, silently blocking Ning Yuanshan's path and protecting the sect leader behind him!
At the same time, a terrifying Sword Intent, sharp and unparalleled, seemingly capable of piercing the sky, mixed with immense Soul Power, erupted from this figure like a flash flood, instantly engulfing the entire reception room!
The air seemed to freeze, filled with a sharp, piercing sensation that stung the skin.
The one who made the move was none other than Ye Wuxin, the Heavenly Sword Douluo, a revered elder of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, renowned for his offensive prowess!
The Sword Combat Douluo Sword Dao Chen Xin lived ten thousand years ago, had no descendants, but his insights into the cultivation of the Sword Martial Soul remained within the sect.
Over the past ten thousand years, quite a few Soul Master with Sword Martial Soul have joined the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and Ye Wuxin was one of them.
As the guardian of the sect, Ye Wuxin's duty is to ensure the sect leader's absolute safety.
The moment Kong Deming and Kong Xuan stepped into the hall, he keenly sensed the terrifying aura that, even when it was being restrained, was still as deep and unfathomable as an abyss, which instantly put him into a state of highest alert!
Grandpa Ye! Don't be nervous!
Ning Tian Tianye was startled by this sudden aura, but she reacted quickly, stepping forward and explaining urgently, "This is Her Majesty Silver Moon of the Sun Moon Empire's Worship Hall."
Faced with the overwhelming and imposing aura of Heavenly Sword Douluo Ye Wuxin, Kong Deming simply stepped forward calmly.
The Sword Intent and pressure that were enough to freeze the Soul Power and shake the mind of an ordinary Titled Douluo, melted away silently as soon as they touched him, like ice and snow meeting the sun, without causing the slightest fluctuation in his expression.
Kong Deming's gaze passed over Ye Wuxin, who looked as if facing a formidable enemy, and landed on Ning Yuanshan, the elegant sect master of the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect behind him.
Kong Deming chuckled lightly, "Speaking of which, my Sun Moon Empire's Worship Hall has been cooperating with your sect for several years, and we have both benefited greatly. It's a pity we've never had the chance to meet."
"Only today have I been able to witness Sect Master Ning's charisma firsthand. It truly is a case of seeing is believing."
Although the Sun Moon Empire has always been regarded as a hypothetical enemy by the original Douluo Three Kingdoms, the cooperation between the Sun Moon Worship Hall and the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect in recent years has been quite pleasant.
Therefore, the two sides are not enemies, but friends!
Ning Yuanshan reached out and gently patted Ye Wuxin's shoulder, signaling him to calm down.
Ye Wuxin sensed the sect leader's intention, and the soaring Sword Intent and Soul Power around him quickly receded back into his body like a tide. He silently took half a step back and stood to the side and behind Ning Yuanshan.
Ning Yuanshan's face beamed with a hearty and sincere smile as he cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty Silver Moon, you flatter me. Your presence is an honor for my Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. I regret that I failed to greet you properly; it has been truly impolite! Please take a seat!"
After everyone was seated, a maid served Qing Ya tea. After a few simple greetings and pleasantries, the atmosphere gradually became more formal.
Ning Yuanshan picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and used it to briefly gather his thoughts.
He then set down his teacup, looked solemnly at Kong Deming in the main seat, and asked, "Your Majesty the Silver Moon's personal presence is an honor to my Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect."
"May I ask what brings Your Majesty here today? If there is anything I or the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect can do to help, please speak freely."
Kong Deming didn't beat around the bush; he calmly and clearly stated the main purpose of his visit to Lingdou City.
When it was mentioned that the Dou Ling Empire and the Heavenly Soul Empire had actually sent four Titled Douluo to join forces to intercept and kill his grandson Kong Xuan, Ning Yuanshan's brows furrowed instantly, and his face showed genuine surprise and astonishment.
Clearly, the Dou Ling Imperial Family was well aware that what they had done was dishonorable, so they completely bypassed the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and directly used the power offered by the royal family.
However, regardless of the circumstances, the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is also a national guardian sect of the Dou Ling Empire, and their relationship with the Dou Ling Imperial Family is truly difficult to sever.
Therefore, Ning Yuanshan couldn't help but show an embarrassed expression. His lips moved slightly, and he was about to say a few words to try to salvage the situation and at least show the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Sect's position on this matter.
However, Kong Deming seemed to see through his thoughts and spoke first before he could organize his thoughts, "Judging from Sect Master Ning's reaction... your sect must not have known about this beforehand, right?"
Upon hearing this, Ning Yuanshan felt a slight sense of relief, which quickly turned into a helpless sigh.
He nodded, his tone tinged with self-deprecation and anger. "I'm ashamed to say that... I only just learned of this from Your Majesty."
"The royal family's actions this time were truly... inappropriate."
The fact that the royal family he supported had done such a disgraceful thing, and that the aggrieved party had come knocking on his door, made him, the leader of the sect that protected the nation, truly lose face.
"It seems..." Kong Deming drawled slightly, his gaze lingering on Ning Yuanshan, "That the Dou Ling Imperial Family doesn't entirely trust your sect, the guardian sect of the nation."