Douluo; Zhongli Adventures in Mortal World with Paimon

On one hand, there was the favor owed to the Body Sect and Zhongli; on the other, there was the hope of the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.

For a moment, even a wise man like Ning Fengzhi found it difficult to make a decision.

Ning Fengzhi did not doubt Zhongli's words. A powerhouse like Zhongli would never stoop to lying.

Based on past interactions, it was clear that Zhongli had no reason to lie. If Zhongli had proposed a deal, Ning Fengzhi wouldn't have hesitated so much.

But Zhongli not only refrained from making any demands, he even laid everything out so clearly.

If Ning Fengzhi accepted this, all his previous efforts would be in vain.

After some thought, Ning Fengzhi clenched his fist, gritted his teeth, and seemed to make up his mind.

"Thank you, Martial God, for this generous gift!"

In the end, Ning Fengzhi chose to accept the Beautiful Silk Tulip Or rather, he had no other choice.

This was the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda!

Without any hesitation, Zhongli handed the Beautiful Silk Tulip to Ning Fengzhi and explained how to consume it.

Since Ning Fengzhi had accepted the lily, all past grievances dissipated like smoke.

Ning Fengzhi didn't know whether to feel disappointed or overjoyed—perhaps he felt both.

With these mixed emotions, he and Gu Rong returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.

As for the matter of Ning Fengzhi meeting Zhongli alone, the higher-ups of the Body Sect didn't ask any questions.

Whatever the sect leader said, that was the way it was. However, Ning Fengzhi didn't receive the same treatment.

In the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's council hall, the atmosphere was far more luxurious compared to the Body Sect.

In the grand hall, only Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, and Gu Rong were present. Ning Fengzhi had already explained the situation to the two of them.

After hearing this, Chen Xin and Gu Rong exchanged glances, their expressions a mix of astonishment and excitement.

They never expected that Zhongli not only had a solution, but one that was so straightforward!

Zhongli's earlier dismissal wasn't a refusal, it was because there was no need for further discussion!

However, after obtaining this immortal herb, all past favors would be wiped clean.

Instead, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan now owed Zhongli an enormous favor.

The difference between the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda and the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda was like night and day.

"Fengzhi, what are you still hesitating for? Quickly consume the herb and refine it!"

To be honest, Ning Fengzhi was indeed hesitating.

Should he be the one to consume this immortal herb, or should someone else?

But if not him, then who? If not for that incident, Ning Rongrong would have been the perfect candidate.

She had innate level-nine soul power and exceptional talent for cultivation.

Unfortunately, under the current circumstances, Ning Rongrong was out of the question.

"Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, I... I'm old now..."

Ning Fengzhi was slightly younger than Tang Hao, but not by much.

This immortal herb would clearly be more beneficial to a younger person.

"Fengzhi, what nonsense are you talking about? With your talent, once the limitations of your martial soul are removed, do you think you can't break through to the Title Douluo level? Once you reach that level, you'll have plenty of time."

"Exactly! Ning Rongrong is a lost cause. You'll have to start over!"

Once Ning Fengzhi's martial soul evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda, even at his age, he would have to expand the family line!

His future children would have far greater potential than Ning Rongrong and Oscar.

Ning Fengzhi: "..."

He knew this would happen, which was why he didn't want to consume the herb himself!

"Fine, fine... It's fate."

"Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, please guard me while I refine the herb."

Without hesitation, Ning Fengzhi followed the method Zhongli had taught him and began consuming the Beautiful Silk Tulip Chen Xin and Gu Rong naturally didn't object.

They sat silently in the hall, guarding Ning Fengzhi. They too wanted to see if the immortal herb was truly as miraculous as it was said to be.

Time passed, and by the next morning, Ning Fengzhi suddenly opened his eyes.

"I've broken through!"

"???"

"Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, I've reached level 80!"

Ning Fengzhi let out a long laugh, tears streaming down his face.

With his talent, if not for the limitations of the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda, he might have already broken through to the Title Douluo level!

Let alone the barrier at level 80! The fact that he had broken through to level 80 could only mean one thing.

Thinking of this, Ning Fengzhi immediately released his martial soul.

Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black—seven soul rings rapidly rose from beneath his feet.

A delicate pagoda appeared in his hand.

The two Title Douluo and one quasi-Soul Douluo stared intently at the pagoda.

"One, two, three..."

Like toddlers learning to count, they carefully counted the number of layers on the pagoda.

"Seven... and there's more!!"

Their hearts were filled with excitement, their hands trembling. After so many years, they had finally seen something different.

"Eight, nine!"

"There really are nine layers!"

At this moment, the three of them were so excited that they looked like fools, dancing and jumping around.

Fortunately, there were no outsiders present, or their reputations would have taken a serious hit.

After a while, the three finally calmed down.

"Let's go. I'll take you to obtain your soul ring. This soul ring is of extraordinary significance!"

How many years had it been since a direct descendant of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan had reached the Soul Douluo level?

There were records of an Eight Treasure Glazed Pagoda appearing in the clan's history, but unfortunately, the descendants of that individual did not inherit the Eight Treasure Glazed Pagoda.

"Sword Guy, I should be the one to take Fengzhi for this!"

Chen Xin frowned and said calmly, "Can you beat me?"

Gu Rong: "!!!"

After discussing the matter of Ning Fengzhi breaking through to the Soul Douluo level, they decided to keep it a secret.

Ning Fengzhi had a feeling that something big would happen in the coming years, so he chose not to reveal his trump card yet.

After breaking through to the Soul Douluo level, his base amplification had increased by 10%, and he had gained a powerful amplification soul skill.

He was far stronger than before.

A 90% amplification, nearly double the original power, could allow the person receiving the amplification to fight above their level.

"Keeping it hidden is a good thing. Even if it's revealed, it shouldn't bring any tangible benefits to the clan. It's better to keep it concealed."

"Agreed!"

"The clan leader speaks wisely!"

In the blink of an eye, the promotion matches of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament had begun.

For powerhouses like Zhongli, whether they entered the military camp early or not made no difference.

But for the participating teams, it was a different story.

Even the Heaven Dou Royal first team, which didn't need to participate in the promotion matches, had entered the camp early.

"Are those guys the favorites to win this year's championship?"

"They look so rough and tough. Are they really that strong?"

"Are you doubting the Heaven Dou Royal Team one, or are you doubting the Body Sect?"

Hearing this, everyone fell silent. As the top young talents from the various kingdoms and duchies, they had their own pride.

The Heaven Dou Royal Team's reputation was well-known.

But the Body Sect's reputation, even if they hadn't interacted much with it, was something they had all heard of.