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Ning Rongrong returned to her study.
She took out the sorted list in her hand and mused, "Now that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is willing to help, which Sect should I seek to ally with next…?"
She sat there quietly, her right hand gently propping her chin, her eyes staring blankly at the list full of names in front of her.
Her gaze held a hint of confusion, as if she was deep in thought.
Her slender fingers unconsciously tapped her cheek, immersed in her own thoughts, and she did not come back to her senses for a long time.
Suddenly.
Ning Rongrong's eyes lit up; she thought of a Sect that had once formed an alliance with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School: the Chaotian Sect.
The Chaotian Sect's strength was among the best on the entire Douluo Continent.
And even now, the Chaotian Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School still maintained some economic cooperation.
Ning Rongrong immediately left to go to the Chaotian Sect.
She arrived at the gates of the Chaotian Sect with a nervous heart.
The Chaotian Sect was also a well-renowned Sect on the Douluo Continent.
She knew that this mission was arduous, but to help Zhuge Lan and rescue Elder Bìluò, she had to try.
There were three guards in front of the Chaotian Sect's gate, and the security was very strict.
When the guards saw Ning Rongrong, they immediately became vigilant.
Two of them held their weapons tightly, as if ready to face any sudden situation at any moment.
One of the younger guards stepped forward and asked, "Who are you, esteemed guest? What is your purpose in coming to the Chaotian Sect?"
Ning Rongrong hurried forward and respectfully said, "I am Ning Rongrong of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and I have come specifically to request a Spectator with the Sect Master of the Chaotian Sect; I have important matters to discuss."
The guard was first stunned when he heard the name of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Then he looked Ning Rongrong up and down, cupped his hands, and said, "Please wait a moment."
This young guard walked back and whispered something into the ear of another, older guard.
Then, the older guard stepped forward and said, "Please wait here for a moment; I will go and inform them."
After a while, the guard returned, accompanied by a formally dressed Elder.
He respectfully said, "Young Sect Master Ning Rongrong of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, I apologize for not coming out to greet you!"
The guard beside him also cupped his fists with both hands, bowed his head, and said, "This humble one was blind and failed to recognize a great person; please forgive Young Sect Master Ning!"
Ning Rongrong also said generously, "It's alright; my visit today is sudden, as I have urgent matters to discuss."
The Elder quickly said, "Young Sect Master, please come in quickly."
The Elder led Ning Rongrong into the magnificent discussion hall of the Chaotian Sect.
Sect Master Zhou Yan of the Chaotian Sect sat in the main seat in the hall, with several serious-looking Elders seated on both sides.
Sect Master Zhou Yan saw Ning Rongrong enter, bowed slightly, and said with a faint smile, "Young Sect Master Ning, have you come today to discuss something important with my Chaotian Sect?"
Ning Rongrong bowed deeply and solemnly said, "Sect Master Zhou Yan, Elders, Rongrong has presumptuously come today because I wish to discuss an extremely urgent matter with all of you. Spirit Hall has captured Elder Bìluò, Lan Ge's beloved, and our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School intends to launch a rescue operation. The Chaotian Sect is renowned and powerful on the Douluo Continent, and Rongrong earnestly requests that the Chaotian Sect join hands with our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to jointly resist Spirit Hall."
Sect Master Zhou Yan clasped his hands across his chest, thought for a while, frowned slightly, and said, "Young Sect Master Ning, do you understand the stakes involved? Spirit Hall's power is at its peak, and our Chaotian Sect has always maintained a delicate balance with Spirit Hall. If we participate in your rescue operation, it will undoubtedly break this balance and could very likely trigger a large-scale war between our Chaotian Sect and Spirit Hall."
Ning Rongrong said anxiously, "Sect Master Zhou Yan, I understand your concerns. However, Spirit Hall's actions this time are simply too overbearing; they arbitrarily capture people, with no regard for morality. If we allow Spirit Hall to act so recklessly, they will only become more aggressive in the future. Moreover, Lan Ge's love for Elder Bìluò is as deep as the sea; we cannot just stand by and watch Elder Bìluò fall into danger without doing anything."
An Elder snorted coldly and said, "Young Miss Ning, you make it sound easy. I know you are eager to save her, but the situation on the Douluo Continent is complex and cannot be resolved by acting solely on emotion."
Another Elder said, "Our Chaotian Sect has developed to this day, enduring countless hardships, to maintain its current position. Once we go to war with Spirit Hall, our entire Sect will inevitably suffer immense losses, and we may even face the disaster of our Sect's destruction."
Ning Rongrong bit her lip and continued, "Elder, I understand the Chaotian Sect's concerns. But this time, we are not without a chance of success; our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has already contacted some other Sects, and everyone is willing to fight for justice. If the Chaotian Sect can join us, our strength will be greatly enhanced, and the possibility of success will be higher."
Sect Master Zhou Yan shook his head and said, "Young Sect Master Ning, you are still young and do not understand the considerations behind this. Although our Chaotian Sect is not weak in strength, Spirit Hall has deep foundations and countless experts. After all, if we join, it means our Chaotian Sect will have to take a definitive side. We do not want to get involved in this dangerous conflict; we need to consider the entire Chaotian Sect's disciples and families."
Ning Rongrong's eyes reddened as she said, "Sect Master Zhou Yan, I know the importance of the Chaotian Sect. But if every Sect only considers itself, then Spirit Hall's evil deeds will never be stopped. Every moment Elder Bìluò stays in Spirit Hall, the more danger she is in. We are fighting for justice on the Douluo Continent right now."
Another Elder slowly said, "Young Miss Ning, justice is important, but we must first ensure the survival of our own Sect. Spirit Hall's methods of retaliation are cruel and ruthless; we cannot put the entire Chaotian Sect in danger because of a moment of passion. After all, we and Spirit Hall only barely maintain a state of non-aggression and non-interference. If we are the first to break this balance, Spirit Hall might retaliate against our Chaotian Sect first."
Ning Rongrong persisted, "Elder, the Chaotian Sect has always been a respected Sect on the Douluo Continent, known for its justice and strength. If it refuses to participate in the rescue operation this time, how will other Sects view the Chaotian Sect in the future? Will everyone think that the Chaotian Sect is a Sect that fears Spirit Hall?"
Sect Master Zhou Yan's face instantly darkened, and he said, "Young Sect Master Ning, are you trying to morally blackmail us? Our Chaotian Sect does not need to prove its stance in this way. Our decision is based on the long-term interests of the entire Sect and will not change because of external opinions."
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