Douluo; Zhongli Adventures in Mortal World with Paimon

"Master Ning, please think it over carefully!"

Everyone bowed to Ning Fengzhi, making his face instantly darken.

Ning Rongrong was ultimately a genius, wasn't she?

Was this an attempt to squeeze out every last bit of value from her?

A secret that wasn't really a secret.

When parents had significant talent, their offspring would typically not fall too far behind.

"Master Ning, the young lady has extraordinary talent. Locking her away like this—isn't it wasting resources?"

"Only by utilizing resources effectively can the sect grow even stronger!"

"Master Ning, please reconsider!"

Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's entire body trembled. His fists clenched tightly as he glared fiercely at the elder who spoke.

"You still know she's the young lady of our sect?"

"Master Ning, please don't let anger cloud your judgment," the elder replied with an unchanged expression.

The bowstring was already drawn; there was no turning back now.

"In your eyes, is my daughter, Ning Fengzhi's daughter, merely a resource?" Ning Fengzhi clenched his fists and gritted his teeth as he spoke.

"If she can bring benefits to the sect, even my own life can be considered a resource!" the elder declared without hesitation, righteous and resolute.

"Everything is for the sect!"

"She's only fourteen!"

Seeing that the elder showed no fear of death, Ning Fengzhi's entire body shook as he shouted.

"Master Ning, have you forgotten?"

"If the young lady's mother were still alive, she would only be twenty-eight this year!"

Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi collapsed heavily into his chair, his eyes wide with shock.

Gu Rong opened his mouth slightly, hesitating to speak.

Chen Xin gripped the armrest of his chair with his right hand, struggling to control his emotions.

This was the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. With their strength, it was impossible for Gu Rong and Ning Fengzhi to hide their actions of "visiting" Ning Rongrong from Chen Xin.

This was also why the elder dared to say all of this.

"Master Ning, please reconsider!"

"The sect needs a true genius to break the bottleneck of the Seven Treasures!"

"If sacrificing my own life can achieve such a thing, I am willing to end myself here and now!"

"Master Ning..."

With someone leading the charge, the rest of the elders also revealed their true intentions.

Before coming here, they had already discussed this thoroughly.

Major sect affairs were for the sect master to handle.

But if the sect master couldn't make up his mind, that's when they, the elders, would step in.

"Urgh..."

At that moment, Ning Fengzhi spat out a mouthful of blood. His eyes rolled back, and his body leaned forward, collapsing heavily to the ground.

Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo seemed quite "surprised" by this. With their cultivation level, they didn't even manage to catch him!

This time, they truly couldn't intervene.

"Master Ning!"

The scene grew chaotic for a moment.

No one knew how much time had passed, but when the commotion settled, only Chen Xin and Gu Rong remained in Ning Fengzhi's "sickroom."

"Fengzhi, why did you do this?"

"Those old fellows—who among them can't tell that you're pretending?" Gu Rong sighed.

"No matter how she changes, she's still my daughter," Ning Fengzhi shook his head and said.

Everyone knew he was faking it. And he knew they knew.

It was simply an unspoken understanding.

"Dragging it out for one more day is one more day." Ning Fengzhi sighed again. "The girl is still too young…"

"If it really comes to it, I'll have no choice but to cripple her martial soul and spirit power…"

He didn't finish the last sentence.

If Ning Rongrong's martial soul and spirit power were destroyed, her talent would be ruined.

The only concern was that even then, those elders might not let her go.

At this time, Ning Rongrong remained unaware that she was considered the most precious resource of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

To the sect, her descendants might inherit or even surpass her talent.

For now, she was locked up, treated to good food and drinks every day, with even her mood being catered to.

If she was unhappy, she wouldn't eat. Only when she was in a good mood would she eat.

While the sect wasn't lacking in resources, such indulgence was still a waste.

As merchants, they understood the concept of avoiding waste.

Even the last grain of rice in a bowl should be consumed.

As night fell, the Heaven Dou City became even more lively.

Due to the daytime competitions, the Great Spirit Arena wasn't open for business during this period.

It would only resume its usual schedule after the preliminary matches concluded.

Participants would take the evenings to relax and prepare for the next day's matches.

"Tomorrow we're up against Shrek Academy. Girls, are we confident?"

Shui Bing'er's spirited exclamation rallied the group, and they all nodded quickly.

When it came to dealing with Shrek Academy, they had plenty of confidence.

As for Ma Hongjun, though he was tricky, Shui Bing'er and her team didn't take him too seriously.

After all, Ma Hongjun was just as much of a challenge for Shrek Academy itself.

If Ma Hongjun went berserk at the start and "wiped out" Shrek in one move, it would be quite the laughable sight!

"Yes!"

The combination of girlish and mature voices echoed in the tavern, yet no one dared to disturb them.

This was the renowned Tianshui women's team, and even the city's playboys knew better than to provoke them.

"Our goal isn't just Shrek, though."

When she said this, Shui Bing'er's expression turned solemn.

"That person has returned. Tomorrow, we must perform well."

"If I could be his... maid, that would be worth it."

"Yue'er, what nonsense are you dreaming about!"

Shui Yue'er was blunt, voicing what everyone secretly thought.

Who wouldn't want such an opportunity?

The man, Zhongli, had the looks, the personality, and the strength.

As for his demeanor, it was beyond reproach.

Except for being a bit older, he was practically the dream of every young girl.

Shui Bing'er found the chatter annoying. She had her own thoughts about Zhongli, but not in that way.

"If only I could become his disciple…"

But then she shook her head. This was likely wishful thinking.

Even Xiao Feilian hadn't succeeded in becoming Zhongli's disciple. Shui Bing'er's chances were even slimmer.

In her academy, she already had a teacher.

But a teacher was just a teacher. A master was a master.

If she succeeded in becoming his disciple, it would truly bring glory to her family.

"Hmm?"

Suddenly, Shui Bing'er froze in place, a bit confused.

"Isn't that Xiao Feilian and the others?"

Xiao Feilian and her team, didn't have any matches before the finals.

During this period, apart from watching competitions, they focused on training.

For some reason, someone suggested grabbing a late-night meal today.

When Shui Bing'er saw Xiao Feilian's group, Xiao Feilian naturally noticed Shui Bing'er and her team.

They nodded slightly but didn't say much, as they weren't particularly acquainted.

"Gasp—"

"My goodness, the Heaven Dou Roayl Team is actually in my humble tavern!"

The tavern owner froze in shock, rushing forward with a beaming smile.

After everyone ordered their food and drinks, he finally left, grinning.

Members of the Body Sect really could eat.

Six burly "men" and the petite Xiao Feilian sitting together created a strange contrast.

Meanwhile, the Skywater team quieted down, straining their ears to overhear Xiao Feilian's group.

But they were disappointed. Xiao Feilian's team didn't seem inclined to chat and focused on eating and drinking.

"No, wait, they are talking!"

"You all, look at the man sitting beside Du Siji. There's soul power surrounding his head!"