Gu Feng retrieved a purple flower from his Soul Guidance Device. The petals shimmered with a cold, ethereal glow, and the stamen flickered with starlight. A rich medicinal fragrance instantly filled the VIP room.
The moment Yang Wudi saw it, his pupils contracted sharply, and his Adam's apple bobbed violently. "The Secluded Fragrance Kirin Immortal Grade!" he exclaimed.
"Clan Leader Yang, a wise talent chooses the right master to serve, just as a bird chooses the right tree to perch on," Gu Feng said softly, gently twirling the stem of the flower between his fingers before placing it into Yang Wudi's calloused palm. "This item is fated for the Breaking Clan. Please accept it."
The moment his fingers touched the Secluded Fragrance Kirin Immortal Grade, Yang Wudi's eyes welled up with tears, his emotions overwhelming him. Only heaven knew how long he had searched for this Immortal Herb. For nearly half his life, he had sought it, yet there had been no trace of it. And now, his wish had finally been fulfilled!
With a thud, the usually unyielding man dropped to one knee, his voice resolute. "Yang Wudi pays his respects to the Sect Leader!"
Ning Fengzhi quickly stepped forward to help him up, his usually calm face now filled with joy. "Elder Yang, please rise. With you and the Breaking Clan joining the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, we are truly blessed!"
Once on his feet, Yang Wudi, to show his commitment, declared firmly, "Sect Leader, I will return immediately and bring the Breaking Clan to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
"Excellent!" Ning Fengzhi nodded in approval.
After Yang Wudi left, Gu Rong furrowed his brow, his tone tinged with concern. "Fengzhi, don't mind me saying this, but are you sure it's wise to let him go so easily? What if he changes his mind and runs off?"
Chen Xin snorted coldly. "Old Bone, do you think everyone is as narrow-minded as you? This man possesses Spear Intent. Those who can cultivate 'Intent' must have an unshakable resolve. It's impossible to achieve without a steadfast heart. I can tell he's a man of principle, just like me. He would never betray his word."
"Compared to those brutes from the Clear Sky School, I never expected that among the Four Clans under their command, there would be such a remarkable figure!"
Gu Rong ignored the latter part of Chen Xin's words and retorted irritably, "You old swordsman! Are you implying that my character is lacking?"
Chen Xin took a sip of tea, his tone unhurried. "Whoever takes offense, I'm talking about them."
"Are you looking for a fight?" Gu Rong rolled up his sleeves.
Chen Xin didn't back down, his Sword Intent swirling around him. "Do you want to test the sharpness of my Seven Kill Sword?"
As the two men stood on the brink of a full-blown confrontation, Ning Rongrong clapped her hands excitedly. "Yay! It's been so long since I've seen you two fight, Grandpa!"
Ning Fengzhi shot her a stern look. "Rongrong, don't be mischievous."
Ning Rongrong immediately threw herself into Gu Feng's arms, pouting. "Brother Gu Feng, look, Dad is scolding me."
Gu Feng chuckled softly. "Alright, Rongrong, Uncle Ning didn't mean it."
Chen Xin turned his head. "Fengzhi!"
Gu Rong did the same. "Fengzhi!"
Seeing this, Ning Fengzhi sighed deeply. Faced with these doting grandfathers and brother, he was truly at a loss. He couldn't scold them, nor could he reprimand them. It was as if he had given birth to a little tyrant.
Suddenly, Gu Rong seemed to remember something, and his expression immediately darkened as he looked at Gu Feng: "You little rascal, I was so busy scolding Old Swordman that I forgot to deal with you, didn't I?"
The smile on Gu Feng's face gradually faded.
No, it didn't exactly fade.
It just transferred to Ning Fengzhi's face.
Seeing this, Chen Xin quickly stepped in to mediate: "Old Bone, didn't Xiao Feng return safely from his training journey? Besides, with his current strength, what more could you possibly want?"
"Really, you're just being ungrateful after getting what you wanted!"
After saying this, Chen Xin shot a disdainful glance at Gu Rong.
"Hmph! It's easy for you to talk when you're not the one worried!"
Gu Rong glared at Chen Xin.
Little did he know, Gu Rong's concern wasn't about that at all, but rather about the issue of the Martial Soul. He looked at Gu Feng with a tense expression: "Xiao Feng, quickly release your Martial Soul and let Grandpa take a look."
Gu Feng naturally understood his grandfather's concern, and this was also a good opportunity to showcase his current strength.
Under the astonished gazes of the others, a yellow and a purple Soul Ring slowly rose from beneath Gu Feng's feet.
"A thousand-year second Soul Ring?!" Ning Fengzhi exclaimed in shock.
Even Chen Xin, who was usually well-informed and composed, was momentarily stunned, unable to speak.
Gu Rong, however, wasn't concerned about this and urged: "Release your Martial Soul first."
Gu Feng waved his hand lightly, and a gray mist surged like a tide, filling the hall with an ancient, primal aura.
Ning Rongrong was so frightened that she tightly covered her eyes with her hands, but her curiosity got the better of her, and she couldn't help but peek through her fingers.
Amidst the swirling black mist, a fearsome and majestic Saint Spirit Bone Dragon King coiled behind Gu Feng.
A terrifying pressure swept through the entire room. Even Chen Xin and Gu Rong, as Titled Douluo with top-tier Martial Souls, felt a slight suppression of their own Martial Souls. Although it was only a slight pressure, it was enough to prove the quality of Gu Feng's Martial Soul now.
Ning Rongrong hopped over to Gu Feng's side and exclaimed without hesitation: "Brother Gu Feng, your Martial Soul is so much more impressive than Bone Grandpa's!"
As she spoke, she gestured animatedly, her little face filled with admiration. She even sneaked a glance at Gu Rong, her mischievous expression making everyone present chuckle.
Coming back to his senses, Gu Rong looked at Gu Feng's Martial Soul in disbelief: "Xiao Feng, how did your Martial Soul change? Did it... evolve?"
After all, the Bone Dragon Martial Soul was already a top-tier Martial Soul.
If it evolved further... what level would that be?
"Exactly."
Gu Feng nodded, his eyes filled with confidence: "After consuming the Immortal Herb, my Bone Dragon underwent a complete transformation. Now it has a new name—Saint Spirit Bone Dragon King."
"Not only does it possess the ultimate Undead Attribute, but it also has a trace of the Power of Light!"
"As for the concerns you had, Grandpa, they no longer exist. If you don't believe me, take a look."
As he spoke, a gray mist gathered in his palm, moving as if it had a life of its own.
Gu Rong stared at the lively mist, then patted Gu Feng's shoulder and sighed: "Good lad, the path I couldn't walk, you've actually managed to walk it, and even opened up a path to the heavens!"
As someone who had personally experienced the power of the Undead Attribute, he understood better than anyone what this transformation meant.
Ning Fengzhi couldn't contain his curiosity and asked, "Xiao Feng, since your Martial Soul evolved due to the Immortal Herb, how exactly did you obtain this thousand-year second Soul Ring?"
A faint smile played on Gu Feng's lips as he raised his hand and brushed past the Saint Spirit Bone Dragon King hovering behind him. A swirling gray mist danced at his fingertips. "Uncle Ning, what if I told you I have a method that would allow most disciples in our Sect to absorb Soul Rings beyond their age limit? Would you believe me?"
Ever since he had tasted the benefits of the Immortal Herb, Ning Fengzhi no longer saw Gu Feng as just a child. He had already placed him on the same level as Chen Xin and Gu Rong.
Even the reform suggestions that Gu Feng had once proposed to him had gradually resurfaced in his mind.
After implementing them, he found that they were truly effective!
Now, hearing Gu Feng speak like this, Ning Fengzhi naturally understood that he wouldn't make such a claim without reason. He immediately nodded and said, "Go on, tell me more."
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