Chapter 136: Ning Rongrong Forcibly Sent to the Royal Family, Ning Fengzhi Has Problems
After several more days of Soul Fighting Competition, the Shrek Seven Devils were repeatedly victorious, which caused them to become arrogant again.
They began to calmly await the Soul Master Competition a year later, planning to amaze everyone.
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Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
After a month of recuperation, Ning Rongrong's injuries had significantly improved, and she stayed in her courtyard.
"Sigh."
Although her physical wounds had healed, Ning Rongrong sat on a stool with a face full of sorrow, her willow-like brows furrowed, constantly sighing.
Ever since Ning Fengzhi learned about her Martial Soul damage, he visited her less and less, going out every day. According to those in the Sect, it was for her sake.
But she didn't think much of it, still believing that even if Ning Fengzhi wouldn't pamper her as before, he wouldn't push her into an abyss.
After all, she was his daughter, and even if she couldn't break through to Soul Saint, a Soul Emperor would still be a pillar of strength in the future.
Furthermore, the reason for her Martial Soul's shattering wasn't her fault but rather an issue with the Immortal Herb Tang San had given her. Although Ning Fengzhi didn't believe her, it left her somewhat disheartened.
As Ning Rongrong's thoughts drifted, the courtyard door suddenly opened, and Ning Fengzhi walked in without Ning Rongrong's permission.
"Dad, what are you doing here?"
Seeing Ning Fengzhi, whom she hadn't seen in over ten days, suddenly appear, Ning Rongrong felt a bad premonition.
She suddenly recalled another rumor within the Sect, which said that Ning Fengzhi recently wanted to establish a closer relationship with the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family through marriage.
However, even though they didn't know which collateral female relative was being prepared to go, it still sparked discussion within the Sect, and no one thought of Ning Rongrong in connection with this matter.
After all, they didn't know about Ning Rongrong's Martial Soul being crippled, and Ning Rongrong was currently the Sect Master's most beloved daughter. It was unimaginable that she would be offered for a marriage alliance.
"Rongrong, Dad has something to tell you."
Ning Fengzhi's expression was solemn, unlike his usual demeanor towards Ning Rongrong. His face was as calm as water, as if everything was something Ning Rongrong should do.
Seeing Ning Fengzhi like this, Ning Rongrong's heart ached, but she still said, "Dad, just say it."
She had an ominous feeling, but she couldn't articulate it. She didn't believe it; she didn't believe that her father, who had always doted on her, would send her to the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family.
"Rongrong, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has raised you for so many years. It is now your time to contribute to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, so Dad hopes you won't refuse."
Ning Fengzhi's tone was forceful, as if he wouldn't give up if Ning Rongrong disagreed. This was no longer a request for Ning Rongrong's opinion.
The current inquiry was merely because an agreement had already been reached with the Royal Family; both sides had consented, and the terms of benefit had also been finalized.
Therefore, Ning Fengzhi's visit to ask for Ning Rongrong's thoughts was merely a formality. Even if Ning Rongrong disagreed, she would still have to go to the Royal Family.
After all, with her Martial Soul crippled, she was inferior to some collateral geniuses. It would be better for her to become the Crown Princess—an equivalent status.
Even if Xue Ye understood his intentions, he could only agree because the Heaven Dou Empire needed his support.
And he had offered a substantial dowry. Once Ning Rongrong gave birth to a prince, with his schemes, it wouldn't take many years for him to succeed in controlling the entire Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family.
At that time, holding an army of a million, with the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family being of his Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's bloodline, the Sect's position as the continent's number one would endure forever.
"Dad, is it me?"
As Ning Rongrong spoke, tears seemed to shimmer in her eyes, but she forcefully held them back, not letting others see.
She still found it hard to believe. Why did it have to be her? What would she face if she went?
That Crown Prince even had orientation problems. Are you still expecting me to marry that pervert? Has Dad lost his mind?
Is Xue Ye's brain fried? Letting her child be the imperial grandson? Doesn't he know your little schemes?
Even a young girl like her could see through it, but Ning Fengzhi just wouldn't believe it. Now he's making her marry out. Is she that cheap?
"Rongrong, I know you're unwilling, but this is for the future of the Sect, and even more so for yourself."
Seeing Ning Rongrong still resisting, Ning Fengzhi's tone became somewhat agitated as he spoke to her.
"Your Martial Soul has degenerated. In the future, you'll only be a small Soul Emperor. This level of power is insignificant in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Dad is also considering your safety."
"Considering my safety?" What a good excuse. Isn't it just because my talent is gone, and you want to use me one last time?
Ning Rongrong scoffed. The light in her eyes also faded. She knew she couldn't persuade Ning Fengzhi and could only nod weakly.
But she still inwardly asked, somewhat unconvinced, "Dad, was your past affection for me genuine, or was it just because of my talent?"
At this, Ning Fengzhi paused, his face showing no emotion, and he said somewhat indifferently, "It was genuine, I suppose. I had high hopes for you, and when you awakened innate Level 9 Soul Power, I even regarded you as the supreme treasure for our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's rise. Unfortunately, because of your emotions, you ruined your future."
Ning Rongrong was, after all, Ning Fengzhi's only daughter. Even before she awakened her Martial Soul, she was quite favored.
At that time, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had not yet seen the hope of its rise, but now the Sect was immensely powerful—indeed, the number one Sect in the world—causing Ning Fengzhi to gradually become somewhat arrogant amidst the constant flattery.
The once humble, polite, and clear-headed Ning Fengzhi seemed to have changed. The current Ning Fengzhi was blindly confident and short-sighted.
"Dad, do you still not believe that the Immortal Herb had a problem?!"
Ning Rongrong's tone was disappointed, her voice somewhat hoarse, but she was still met with Ning Fengzhi's ruthless gaze.
"It's come to this, so you don't need to explain. Now, just wait patiently. In a few days, you'll go to the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace to adapt. After all, royal rules are more numerous than those of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
After Ning Fengzhi finished speaking, he left without looking back. It wasn't that he didn't want to doubt Tang San, but rather that he had been having a dream recently.
In the dream, someone told him that Tang San possessed twin Martial Souls and would become a god in the future, and that he held the secret to evolving his Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. Originally, he didn't believe it. Now, he already possessed the Eight Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, and Tang Hao had also told him that Tang San had twin Martial Souls.
All seven of the Shrek Seven Devils would also become gods, so when Ning Rongrong initially invested in Shrek Academy, he didn't stop her.
But he couldn't say it openly because it was his secret. Afterward, he trusted the shadowy figure even more. According to that figure, he could also take on Ning Rongrong's eventual God Position. He became greedy; he also wanted to become a god.
That was an immortal god with an infinite lifespan—he couldn't even imagine it. If he became a god, what glory that would be.
Spirit Hall, Heaven Dou Empire, Star Luo Empire—all would become subordinates of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and he would forever preside over the Seven Treasures, never to decline.
But now, the first step was to gain influence within the Heaven Dou Empire, then poison Xue Ye, and control Xue Qinghe.
Finally, he would recruit the Shrek Seven Devils, and from then on, the continent would be ruled by their Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!
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