Yang Xiong watched Ning Fengzhi and Ning Rongrong push responsibilities onto each other and directly opened the fourth jade box.
Inside was an enormous tulip emitting a captivating fragrance. Its surface was as radiant as a rainbow.
Ning Fengzhi was shocked. "How is this possible? Xiao Xiong, you actually found the Qiluo Tulip Immortal Herb? There shouldn't be such a treasure in this world. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has searched for generations."
Yang Xiong asked with some confusion, "Sect Master, you recognize the Qiluo Tulip Immortal Herb?"
Ning Fengzhi gave a bitter smile. "I don't personally recognize it. I've only read about it in our sect's ancient records. The first generation sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda as his martial spirit, and its evolution was thanks to this Qiluo Tulip."
Yang Xiong nodded. "I've read the inheritance records of the Po Zhi Clan. The Qiluo Tulip is said to be the king of all immortal herbs, formed by the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the essence of sun and moon. It can discern the properties of all spiritual objects and command them. It complements the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda and might even cause it to evolve. I prepared it for Rongrong."
Looking at the four immortal herbs before him, Ning Fengzhi knew each one was priceless and fully understood Yang Xiong's sincerity toward the sect.
After a long moment of silence, Ning Fengzhi finally spoke. "Xiao Xiong, I know the value of these herbs. From this day forward, you are the greatest benefactor of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Whatever you plan to do, I will support you with all my strength,even if it costs me my life."
Yang Xiong quickly replied, "Sect Master, you're too kind. I am a member of the sect. A strong sect is my greatest support."
Ning Fengzhi sighed. "Perhaps I've thought too much. No matter what you do in the future, I will never stop you. In fact, I'll support you fully. This promise stands no matter what happens."
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After the conversation, Yang Xiong taught the four of them how to consume the immortal herbs and left on his own.
He had thought long and hard before offering these herbs. Whether he intended to found a new sect or pursue other goals, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was a mountain he couldn't bypass,especially with the Soul Hunt operation coming in five years. Preparation was essential.
By providing these herbs, the sect's top-tier strength would greatly increase, and his family's safety would be better protected.
Emotionally and practically, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect remained his best home and greatest support for the time being.
If he were just an ordinary person, how could he dream of creating the Body Sect? Yang Wudi and the others probably wouldn't even give him the time of day.
After leaving Ning Fengzhi, Yang Xiong sought out Zhao Wuji. After all, he had coaxed Zhao Wuji from the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy and made promises based on trust.
Zhao Wuji asked with some confusion, "Xiao Xiong, why did this trip take you so long? Didn't you invite me to be your personal coach? My hands are getting itchy from inactivity."
Yang Xiong responded, "Teacher Zhao, aren't Oscar and the other two enough to keep you busy? And didn't my parents also request your help in training their combat abilities?"
Zhao Wuji snorted, "Oscar and the other two are too weak, both in body and combat ability. There's no challenge at all. I'm afraid even the three of them together can't match you alone."
"As for your parents, their spirit power is higher, but they clearly lack real battle experience. Seems like they've been out of practice for years."
"Especially your big brother,35th level spirit power, yet his fighting ability is so poor. He's far inferior to those little monsters from Shrek back in the day."
Yang Xiong broke into a cold sweat. His big brother had likely focused too much on meditation and neglected physical training, which explained Zhao Wuji's disappointment.
After a long pause, Yang Xiong said, "Teacher Zhao, I'll come up with a tailored training plan for my brother soon. I'll need your help to oversee it."
Then, Yang Xiong took out a jade box. Inside was a unique golden plant with a golden fruit at its tip.
Zhao Wuji asked curiously, "What is this? What's it for?"
Yang Xiong replied, "Before you joined the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, I promised you'd break through to Titled Douluo within ten years. This is the Vajra Arhat Fruit, a legendary herb that strengthens the physical body and grants the power of the Vajra Arhat. It's a perfect match for your Vigorous Vajra Bear martial spirit."
Zhao Wuji hesitated before smiling bitterly. "You little monster... Is this herb really that good?"
Yang Xiong nodded. "I can guarantee its effects. But try not to mention it to outsiders,others might covet it."
Zhao Wuji nodded. "I'm not the type to speak carelessly. If I truly break through to Titled Douluo, I'll always support you, even if it costs me my life."
Yang Xiong smiled. "Thanks, Teacher Zhao. I hope you achieve your breakthrough soon."
Next, Yang Xiong visited Oscar. Among everyone, Yang Xiong valued Oscar the most,he had the potential to reshape the world.
Oscar was delighted. "Brother Xiong, you're finally back! I missed you so much. You don't know how miserable I've been,Zhao Wuji's been beating me every day!"
Yang Xiong laughed. "How's life in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Anything bothering you?"
Oscar shrugged. "Honestly, it's great here,especially getting to be with Qin Shuang every day. The only problem is that Teacher Zhao trains us way too hard. We've all taken a beating lately."
"Oh right, didn't you say I'd be going out to train soon? I've been planning to travel with Qin Shuang."
Yang Xiong shook his head. "You rascal. Qin Shuang is a prodigy the sect is focused on cultivating. If you really steal her away, I bet Sect Master Ning will want to beat you up."
Oscar quickly said, "I didn't steal her. She agreed to be with me because I've been working so hard."
Yang Xiong didn't argue and handed him a jade box. Inside was a snow-white, crystal-clear orchid.
"Oscar, this is the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid, one of the finest of its kind. Its medicinal effects are mild and pure. It can strengthen your foundation and cleanse impurities,perfect for your martial spirit."
Oscar was overjoyed and grabbed Yang Xiong's hand. "Brother Xiong, you're too good to me! I don't even know how to repay you!"
Yang Xiong laughed and said, "Stay away from me, or Qin Shuang might misunderstand. We're brothers,since you left Shrek with me, I want to help shape your future. After consuming this herb, your talent will truly be peerless. You might reach heights no food-type spirit master has ever achieved."
Oscar said seriously, "Don't worry, Brother Xiong. I'll always be by your side. East, west, dragon's lair, tiger's den,I'll follow you anywhere."
Yang Xiong smiled. "No need for words. Let's just hope we stay brothers forever and reach the peak of the spirit master world together."
Just as Yang Xiong was about to leave Oscar's room, he handed him another jade box.
"Oscar, this is Bodhi Body Transformation Saliva. It suits Qin Shuang's martial spirit and should greatly enhance her attack power and physical attributes. The opportunity is yours,make good use of it."
Oscar lit up with joy. "Brother Xiong, you know me best. I'm off to give it to her right now."
Watching him go, Yang Xiong shook his head. Oscar had unmatched talent and a brilliant mind, but he was hopelessly lovestruck,both now and in the original story.
Once everything was settled, Yang Xiong finally returned home.
This time, the herbs he gave out were for multiple reasons: drawing people in, securing his future, building his own power, or supporting his loved ones and friends.
At least for now, he liked this life and wanted to preserve it. But that required strength,without it, both family and sect would be in danger.
Now came the most important part: himself and his family.
He'd always felt he owed his family. Since childhood, his parents and older brother had loved him dearly, but he hadn't done much for them.
When he got home, his brother Yang Wei looked rather miserable,clearly having endured a lot from Zhao Wuji's training.
Yang Wei brightened upon seeing Yang Xiong. "Xiao Xiong, you're finally back! Weren't you out hunting soul beasts? Why were you gone so long?"
"I've had a rough time. Teacher Zhao is relentless,way harsher than back at Zixing Academy. And for some reason, he singles me out. I'm always the one getting beaten the most."
Yang Xiong smiled. "Big Brother, you lacked systematic physical training. Your body's too weak compared to those Shrek students."
"Look, I'm already level 45, and you're still at level 35. I need to design a specific training plan for you,maybe that'll help."
Yang Wei looked horrified. He knew exactly how intense Yang Xiong's training methods could be.
"Xiao Xiong, I think I'm doing okay. No need for any special training. You should focus on your own cultivation."
Yang Xiong was speechless. At 20 years old and with level 35 spirit power, Yang Wei barely qualified as a backup student at an elite spirit master academy. If he worked harder, reaching level 40 by 25 was doable,about the level of a main team member in the spirit master tournament.
But considering the crisis the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would face in the future, that level of strength was far too low.
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