Dugu Bo began to introduce the handsome middle-aged man and the cold, elderly man beside him to Yun Ming.
"This is the Sect Leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi, which is effectively the Number One Sect Under Heaven today. And the other is the guardian Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, Sword Douluo Chen Xin, who possesses the greatest offensive power in the world. Both of these men are true titans of the Soul Master World; you must learn well from these seniors, kid."
The middle-aged man, who appeared handsome and scholarly at around forty years of age, was none other than Ning Fengzhi. Hearing Dugu Bo introduce him in such a way, he felt pleased, but he still had to maintain appearances and spoke up to clarify.
"Your Excellency Dugu, you flatter me!"
"The Upper Three Sects are like branches of the same tree. It is only due to the kindness of our friends in the Soul Master World that my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is called the second-ranked sect. I certainly cannot lay claim to the title of Number One!"
Dugu Bo acted as if he hadn't heard a word of Ning Fengzhi's polite rhetoric. He didn't believe for a second that Ning Fengzhi didn't want to be the Number One Sect.
As Yun Ming heard Dugu Bo introduce him to Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin, he seemed to grasp the other reason Dugu Bo had dragged him here to watch the soul battle: he was introducing him to influential connections!
Although this wasn't actually Dugu Bo's plan, as he hadn't known Ning Fengzhi would be there, it was a good opportunity to make introductions now that they had crossed paths.
Thinking this, Yun Ming bowed to Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin to pay his respects.
"Junior Yun Ming, greetings to Sect Leader Ning and Your Excellency Sword Douluo!"
Upon hearing Yun Ming's name, Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin both had a moment of realization. Looking at the calm, composed, and well-mannered youth before them, they thought to themselves, So it is him!
Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin were both aware of Yun Ming. Whether it was the dissolution of Shrek Academy or the matter of Poison Douluo being poisoned, Yun Ming had been a key figure. Thus, even though they had never met, they had heard his name.
Back when Ning Fengzhi learned from Ning Rongrong that Dugu Bo might be poisoned, he had specifically investigated the truth of the matter. By searching through ancient records, they had indeed discovered accounts of ancient Biphosphorus Snake soul masters suffering from the poison of their own martial souls.
Ning Fengzhi had come to Heaven Dou Royal Academy today specifically to lobby and recruit Dugu Bo, hoping to use the resources of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to bring him into the fold, which was why these big shots were here to watch this team battle.
However, he hadn't expected that as soon as he expressed his concern, Dugu Bo would tell him directly that he had found a way to detoxify and that the poison was already half-cured, causing Ning Fengzhi's plan to collapse instantly.
Now, seeing Dugu Bo treat Yun Ming with such friendliness and even introduce him, Ning Fengzhi immediately understood the situation: it was Yun Ming who had helped Dugu Bo cure the poison! This made him even more curious about Yun Ming. After all, how had Yun Ming managed to cure a poison that the world-renowned Poison Douluo himself hadn't been able to solve for so many years?!!
Ning Fengzhi wore a smile, speaking in a calm and humble tone.
"So it is Little Friend Yun Ming, a pleasure to meet you!"
"Previously, my daughter Rongrong mistakenly entered Shrek Academy. It was entirely thanks to your keen eye that no greater losses were incurred."
"As her father and her Sect Leader, I would like to express my most sincere gratitude to you, Little Friend Yun!"
As he spoke, Ning Fengzhi bowed to Yun Ming to show his appreciation. Seeing this, Yun Ming quickly returned the gesture.
Sword Douluo Chen Xin, standing to the side, didn't have such complex thoughts. Upon learning that the boy who had helped Ning Rongrong escape her plight was the one standing before him, and sensing a faint, peerless sharpness radiating from Yun Ming, he spoke with genuine praise.
"Little Friend, your insight is remarkable, and your strength is equally impressive!"
Yun Ming could only bow to Chen Xin in return.
However, Ning Fengzhi was surprised to hear Chen Xin, who was usually quite haughty, praise Yun Ming. To earn such praise from Chen Xin, Yun Ming's strength must be more than just "impressive"! This only made him more curious about the boy.
Seeing that Yun Ming had even done a favor for the young lady of the Ning Family, Dugu Bo sighed inwardly, This kid is something else!
After the group chatted for a while, another uninvited guest arrived on the scene.
It was a man who looked to be about twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old. While his appearance wasn't as handsome as Yun Ming's, he was still quite dashing. He wore a clean, cyan cloth robe that gave him a very refreshing air. His long black hair was tied back with a cyan ribbon, hanging neatly behind him. Although his attire was simple, he possessed a unique temperament.
As soon as the man arrived, he bowed to Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, and Dugu Bo.
"Qinghe pays his respects to Teacher, Your Excellency Poison Douluo, and Your Excellency Sword Douluo!"
Chen Xin and Dugu Bo merely nodded in acknowledgment, but Ning Fengzhi looked at his disciple with a warm smile.
"Rise!"
"Qinghe, why are you here?"
Hearing his teacher's question, Xue Qinghe responded in a clear voice.
"With the tournament approaching, Qinghe heard that Huangdou and Shenfeng were having a soul battle here. As the Crown Prince, I naturally wanted to understand the preparations of the Empire's geniuses!"
As for the truth, it was naturally because someone from Heaven Dou Royal Academy had sent word that Dugu Bo and Ning Fengzhi were meeting to watch the battle, and Xue Qinghe—no, Qian Renxue—had been uneasy and decided to come and see for herself!
At this moment, Qian Renxue noticed Yun Ming, who stood out among the group. She turned to Ning Fengzhi to inquire.
"Teacher, who is this young man?"
Ning Fengzhi introduced him to Qian Renxue.
"This is Little Friend Yun Ming, a rare talent among the younger generation!"
Nearly a month had passed since Ya Li returned to Martial Soul Hall, and news regarding Yun Ming had long since been relayed to Qian Renxue.
Now that Qian Renxue knew this was the person who had captivated her Junior Sister and whom her grandfather called a peerless genius with talent not inferior to her own, her curiosity and competitive spirit were instantly piqued.
Seeing that Xue Qinghe had noticed him, Yun Ming greeted him.
"Yun Ming, greetings to the Crown Prince!"
Qian Renxue responded with equal humility.
"So it is Brother Yun Ming. I am Xue Qinghe, it is a pleasure to meet you!"
Yun Ming replied with a polite formality.
"It is my honor to meet Your Highness."
Seeing that the necessary introductions were made and fearing the conversation would devolve into endless pleasantries, Dugu Bo interrupted.
"Those kids have probably been waiting long enough. Let's start today's soul battle!"
Seeing that Dugu Bo was growing impatient, Qian Renxue temporarily suppressed her desire to probe into the background of Yun Ming, responding with her usual amiable demeanor.
"Your words are absolute, Corona!"
Following this, Xue Qinghe turned around and spoke in a resounding voice to the soul masters who had been waiting on the sidelines.
"Talented Soul Masters of Heaven Dou Royal Academy and Godwind Academy!"
"Today, because of your match, Sect Leader Ning and two Coronas have gathered here!"
"This is your honor, and it shall also be your pressure!"
"So, do you now have the confidence to display the top-tier level of the Empire's talented soul masters?!!"
The academy geniuses, already excited and stirred by the arrival of Ning Fengzhi and the two Titled Douluo of the Sword and Poison, felt their blood boil upon hearing that these figures had come specifically for their soul battle. They were eager to engage in a fierce fight with their opponents immediately to showcase their talent and strength. The crowd responded with passionate, thunderous shouts.
"We do!!!" xN
With the formalities concluded, Xue Qinghe made the official announcement.
"Good!"
"In that case, I hereby announce that the Heaven Dou and Godwind exchange match begins now!!!"
ps: There is more today; I will try my best to finish the team battle today!
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