One had to understand that the wealth of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was by no means an empty boast. Even the Spirit Hall did not possess as much material wealth as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
After all, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was only a sect, whereas the Spirit Hall was an organization spread across the entire continent, consuming enormous amounts of resources every year. Compared to a sect that continuously accumulated wealth year after year, there was inevitably a considerable gap.
Of course, this comparison referred only to material wealth.
Yin Zhang smiled faintly.
"Yes, Sect Master Ning. I have a treasure in my possession that can cause gem-type martial souls to evolve. I believe it will be of great use to you."
Ning Fengzhi's eyes immediately lit up upon hearing this, but he forcibly suppressed the excitement in his heart.
This kid is suspicious. If he really has such a treasure, why would he come to me to trade it? Doesn't he know that our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Spirit Hall are enemies?
He's definitely not stupid. Either he's extremely confident, or he has other demands… But if this treasure can truly allow my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul to evolve, I must obtain it at any cost!
Because of the inherent limitations of their martial soul, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had been collecting treasures capable of inducing evolution ever since its founding.
Unfortunately, there had never been any real progress. Although there were a few items recorded that might allow their martial soul to evolve, those treasures had essentially disappeared since ancient times. Let alone actually obtaining them and breaking free from the limit that prevented cultivation beyond the Soul Saint rank.
So what treasure could it be, exactly?
Ning Fengzhi pondered internally, but his expression remained gentle as he spoke.
"Since that's the case, why don't we go inside and discuss this in more detail?"
Yin Zhang naturally had no objections. This was precisely the effect he wanted.
"Alright, Sect Master Ning. I was thinking the same."
Watching Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong walk ahead, Qiangu Yunying finally understood.
Back at the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye, Yin Zhang had mentioned that the Qiluo Tulip would be extremely useful, but she hadn't expected him to use it for this purpose.
Trading with Ning Fengzhi?
Just thinking about it was interesting.
Qiangu Yunying wasn't worried in the slightest. If both of her grandfathers joined forces, it would be more than enough to wipe out the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
In the original records, Qian Jun and Jiang Mo were said to have an unspoken coordination. When fighting together, they could rival Golden Crocodile Douluo of the Hall of Elders.
Even if that claim was somewhat exaggerated, holding Golden Crocodile Douluo at bay for a time would still be entirely possible.
That alone was enough to prove that the two of them were far beyond what Sword Douluo Chen Xin and Bone Douluo Gu Rong could handle together.
Not to mention that Chen Xin and Gu Rong were currently slightly weaker than in their peak years. In the original records, Chen Xin appeared at Rank 96 and Gu Rong at Rank 95, whereas now they were only Rank 95 and Rank 94 respectively.
It could be said that they would crumble upon contact.
The four of them entered the room. Ning Fengzhi sat opposite Yin Zhang and Qiangu Yunying, while Gu Rong stood behind Ning Fengzhi, his gaze filled with curiosity.
Ning Fengzhi spoke first.
"Xiao Zhang, is it alright if I call you that?"
Yin Zhang nodded slightly.
"Of course, Sect Master Ning."
Ning Fengzhi nodded in satisfaction.
"Then may I ask where this treasure is—the one you mentioned that can cause gem-type martial souls to evolve? Could you take it out for me to have a look?"
Yin Zhang did not refuse. He reached for the golden bead chain around his neck and retrieved a jade box from it.
Under the gazes of the three, he slowly opened the box.
A stunningly beautiful flower instantly appeared before their eyes.
Yin Zhang was slightly startled when he saw the shock and disbelief in Ning Fengzhi's expression.
Did the original records ever mention whether Ning Fengzhi recognized the Qiluo Tulip?
It didn't seem to say that he did, but it didn't say that he didn't either.
After all, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had undoubtedly invested enormous effort into searching for ways to evolve their martial soul. Thinking about it this way, it made sense.
Yin Zhang smiled.
"Sect Master Ning, it seems you recognize this Immortal Herb?"
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath and slowly exhaled. Then, with a complicated look in his eyes, he said,
"Xiao Zhang, name your price. I want this Immortal Herb."
Yin Zhang smiled faintly, glanced at Gu Rong standing calmly behind Ning Fengzhi, and said,
"I don't think I need to explain the importance of this Immortal Herb to you or to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Sect Master Ning. I only hope you can show your sincerity. As long as you don't look at Sister Yunying and me as young and try to 'bully us with your status,' that will be enough."
Ning Fengzhi looked at the Qiluo Tulip with reluctance, exchanged a glance with Gu Rong, and said repeatedly with a smile,
"Oh, Xiao Zhang, you have the Spirit Hall behind you, and your teacher is a Titled Douluo. We wouldn't dare do something like that."
After speaking, Ning Fengzhi lowered his head, as if deep in thought.
Yin Zhang and Qiangu Yunying exchanged glances. Qiangu Yunying was confused, but Yin Zhang noticed that Gu Rong's lips were moving slightly, clearly using voice transmission to communicate with Ning Fengzhi.
Uncle Gu, what do you think would be an appropriate price to exchange for this Qiluo Tulip? Given its value, calling it priceless wouldn't be an exaggeration.
Fengzhi, what do you think? Personally, I'd prefer to just take it by force. An Immortal Herb capable of evolving your martial soul is worth any price. There's no need to spend money on it at all.
No. Yin Zhang and Qiangu Yunying both have powerful backing. Regardless of which elder Yin Zhang's teacher is, the fact that he's an elder means his strength is at least Rank 96. Not to mention that Qiangu Yunying herself has an extraordinary background.
According to our sect's records, decades ago there were two extremely active Titled Douluos in the Spirit Hall, both surnamed Qiangu. Decades have passed, but the chances of them having fallen are extremely low. If they're still alive, their strength must be even greater now.
Although Qiangu Yunying's martial soul isn't the same Coiling Dragon Rod as theirs, judging by her surname and strength, it's likely a mutated martial soul. Under these circumstances, a straightforward trade is the best option. Otherwise, if we anger the Spirit Hall—or more precisely, the Hall of Elders—our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would have no way to withstand them.
After hearing Ning Fengzhi's reasoning, Gu Rong sighed helplessly in his heart. There really was no other choice.
Otherwise, he would have gladly staged a killing to seize the treasure. Even the Spirit Hall wouldn't have frightened him.
He had done such things more than once in his youth.
But now, he was no longer alone. He had too much to consider. Otherwise, the price they would pay would be far too heavy.
After discussing for a while, Ning Fengzhi finally decided to display genuine sincerity.
He glanced at Yin Zhang, who remained calm and smiling, and then said with a smile.
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