Chapter 137: All Ascend, Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda

Without waiting for Yang Xiong or his parents to say anything, Ning Rongrong, already in high spirits, arrived at Yang Xiong's home, looking unusually excited.

Before Yang Xiong could react, Ning Rongrong planted a kiss on his face and then threw herself into his arms.

"Xiao Xiongzi, you are really kind to me; do you know what effect the Charming Tulip Immortal Herb has on me?"

Yang Xiong laughed: "Rong Rong, your martial soul should have evolved, right?"

Ning Rongrong beamed: "Of course, my martial soul has now become nine layers, named the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. My soul power has already reached Level 40, and I think if it weren't for the Soul Ring limitation, my Soul Power Level would be even higher."

After Ning Rongrong summoned her martial soul, it had indeed evolved into the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, and her soul power was very rich, apparently already exceeding Level 40. According to Yang Xiong's estimate, Ning Rongrong should be able to reach Level 41 or 42, an increase of about six levels in soul power.

Yang Lin, Sun Yu and the others looked at Ning Rongrong's demeanor, each appearing unusually embarrassed, yet they were reluctant to disturb the young lady.

Ning Rongrong seemed to recall something, grabbed Yang Xiong and prepared to leave: "Xiao Xiongzi, Dad wants to see you now; hurry and come with me to meet Dad and the others."

After Yang Xiong greeted his parents and older brother, he followed Ning Rongrong to Ning Fengzhi's residence.

At this moment Ning Fengzhi appeared unusually vigorous; whereas before he was rather refined and steady, now he exuded full momentum, as if his whole being had fundamentally changed.

Meanwhile, the Sword Bone Douluo beside him also looked pleasantly surprised; it seemed that after consuming the Immortal Herb, both of them had achieved some improvement.

"Sect Leader, I wonder what business you have called me here so early?"

Ning Fengzhi laughed: "Xiao Xiong, I truly thank you this time; after taking the Immortal Herb you provided, I finally broke through my shackles. Now the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda has evolved into the Eight Treasures Glazed Pagoda, and my soul power has reached Level 80."

Yang Xiong hurriedly congratulated: "Congratulations, Sect Leader. You are now the second Sect Leader in the history of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to achieve a breakthrough; in the future you should be able to lead our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to brilliance."

Ning Fengzhi, smiling broadly, said: "All of this is thanks to the contributions you have made to the sect. I called you here to discuss some upcoming measures."

"Jian Shu and Gu Shu have benefited from your Immortal Herb; their soul power each increased by one level. Jian Shu is now Ninety‑Seven, Gu Shu is now Ninety‑Six. With my assistance, our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is now unprecedentedly strong."

Yang Xiong was also a bit surprised; he hadn't expected these Immortal Herbs to be so effective, even the aged Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo could level up so quickly.

Yang Xiong himself felt a bit odd; such a major sect matter shouldn't fall to someone like him to consider, after all he still knows too little about the entire sect.

Ning Fengzhi, seeing Yang Xiong's expression, couldn't help but laugh: "Xiao Xiong, don't overthink it. For the contribution you've made to our sect, I originally should have made an exception and promoted you to an Elder, but given your young age and low Soul Power Level, you must act relatively low‑key. After all, the sect isn't a solid iron bucket; if you're too flamboyant, you might attract enemy targeting."

"We'll keep this merit in our hearts; once you break through to the Soul Saint realm, you will become an Inner Elder of our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and from now on all sect resources will be at your disposal."

Yang Xiong suddenly felt flattered and surprised: "Thank you, Sect Leader, for your cultivation and esteem. Since I have already taken Sword Elder and Bone Elder as my teachers, I still understand the principle of respecting one's master."

Ning Fengzhi nodded: "Since we're all comrades, share your thoughts on the sect's upcoming direction."

Yang Xiong thought carefully before speaking: "Sect Leader, I think our sect still needs to stay low‑key. Although our strength has improved, the gap with the Spirit Hall remains huge. During the Soul Master Competition, the Spirit Hall deployed seven Title Douluo to deal with Tang Hao, showing their power is stronger than we imagined."

"Especially Pope Bibidong, who has a dual martial soul; no one really knows his exact strength, so I think we must continue to develop as low‑key as possible. I always feel the current Soul Master world is a bit abnormal."

The others present fell silent upon hearing Yang Xiong's words, and finally Ning Fengzhi nodded: "Xiao Xiong, your thoughts are indeed far‑reaching; that is indeed my plan as well."

"If I, Jian Shu, and Gu Shu focus our hearts on cultivation, perhaps we can quickly improve again. We all think the Immortal Herb you provided does more than just raise soul power by one level; it may enhance future cultivation effects as well,"

Yang Xiong naturally understood even better the effect of the Immortal Herb he supplied; perhaps the Sword Bone Douluo could level up again within ten years, since the Immortal Herb can improve a person's aptitude.

The Sword Douluo suddenly spoke at this moment: "Xiao Xiong, the Clear Heart Three Leaf Grass you gave me is indeed excellent; I feel my comprehension of the Seven Killing Sword martial soul has deepened, and perhaps in the future I can reach the unprecedented highest realm of the Seven Killing Sword."

Yang Xiong said: "Then congratulations, Master; I hope you soon break through to Ninety‑Eighth Level."

The Sword Douluo smiled and nodded at these words, while the Bone Douluo, not showing any weakness, said: "Xiao Xiong, your Earth Dragon Golden Melon is very beneficial to me; perhaps in the future my soul power can catch up with the old sword man."

After the group chatted happily for a while, Ning Fengzhi suddenly spoke.

"Xiao Xiong, since I need to obtain the Eighth Soul Ring and Rong Rong also needs the Fourth Soul Ring, Jian Shu, Rong Rong, and I have recently planned a trip to the Star Dou Great Forest; would you like to come along?"

"However, the Star Dou Great Forest hasn't been peaceful lately. You've probably met Hu Yanzhen of the Elephant Armor Sect; recently, the Elephant Armor Sect suffered heavy losses in the Star Dou Great Forest, and many people now avoid going there. You should also know that the Elephant Armor Sect has always leaned on the Spirit Hall to oppose our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect."

Yang Xiong's face showed a strange expression upon hearing this; after a brief maneuver of his own, he hadn't expected it would cause so many people to fear entering the Star Dou Great Forest.

Ning Fengzhi, looking at Yang Xiong's expression, asked with some puzzlement: "Xiao Xiong, aren't you surprised about the Elephant Armor Sect's situation?"

Yang Xiong then laughed: "The Elephant Armor Sect suffered heavy losses this time; they sent three Soul Douluo and ten Soul Saints to the Star Dou Great Forest, where they were attacked by a Titan Giant Ape and an Azure Bull Python, losing two Soul Douluo and eight Soul Saints. Among the Soul Saints, one had already reached Level 80, and Hu Yanzhen also seemed seriously injured."

Rong Rong looked puzzled: "Xiao Xiong, how do you know so much about this matter?"

Yang Xiong said: "Rong Rong, not long ago I also went to the Star Dou Great Forest to hunt for the Fourth Soul Ring. Coincidentally, Teacher Lin Gong and I saw the Elephant Armor Sect's Soul Saints. At the time we sensed something was off, so we observed covertly and discovered they were helping others hunt for the Eighth Soul Ring."

"At that time I thought the Elephant Armor Sect was not very friendly to us, so Teacher Lin Gong and I went to Life Lake and asked Xiao Wu and his group to intervene. As a result, Xiao Wu summoned a Titan Giant Ape and an Azure Bull Python to strike the Elephant Armor Sect's party. You should recall the feud between Xiao Wu and Bibidong; the Elephant Armor Sect is Bibidong's chief lackey, so they were naturally pursued relentlessly by the two great Ten‑thousand Year Soul Beasts, which led to their heavy losses."

Rong Rong's face brightened: "Xiao Xiong, you actually went to see Xiao Wu; how is Xiao Wu now?"

Yang Xiong laughed: "Xiao Wu seems to be doing very well; she is protected by two great Ten‑thousand Year Soul Beasts, and the aura at Life Lake is extremely dense, making it ideal for her cultivation."

Ning Fengzhi then nodded: "That's good; it's a lesson for the Elephant Armor Sect. It's a pity they have the Spirit Hall behind them, otherwise I would have taken the chance to wipe them out. But now I can go to the Star Dou Great Forest with peace of mind."

Yang Xiong thought carefully and said: "Sect Leader, Oscar, Qin Shuang, and my older brother Yang Wei should all have reached Level 40. Why not have everyone go to the Star Dou Great Forest together to obtain Soul Rings?"

Ning Fengzhi and the Sword Bone Douluo twitched at the corners of their mouths upon hearing this; how many Immortal Herbs had Yang Xiong obtained to give so many people at once? It seemed he had completely stripped Dugu Bo the last time.

The three of them now deeply despised Dugu Bo; the old fool, a recluse, possessed such a treasure yet was unaware, a waste of a priceless item, fortunately the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect ultimately benefited.

Ning Fengzhi thought for a moment then said: "Fine, with me and Jian Shu leading this group of juniors, we can also give them some guidance; there shouldn't be any problem."

Yang Xiong was very confident in Ning Fengzhi's martial soul knowledge; at least theoretically, Ning Fengzhi is certainly not weaker than Yu Xiaogang, and even surpasses him in practice, since every Sect Leader of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has devoted great effort to studying the evolution of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda.

Just as Yang Xiong was about to leave, the Bone Douluo suddenly spoke.

"Yang Xiong, since you have taken me as your master, starting tomorrow morning I will give you individual training. After the old sword man returns from the Star Dou Great Forest with the Soul Rings, the two of us will take turns instructing you. If you dare to slack off, the old sword man and I will show no mercy."

Yang Xiong quickly saluted: "Thank you, both masters; I will definitely complete your training."

When Yang Xiong arrived at Oscar's residence, Oscar, Qin Shuang, and Zhao Wuji were all together.

As Yang Xiong expected, Oscar and Qin Shuang had both reached Level 40, clearly needing to obtain Soul Rings to confirm their actual soul power, while Zhao Wuji had risen to Level 78, and in terms of soul power had already caught up with Flanders.

Given Zhao Wuji's current state, he should soon surpass Flanders; it is estimated that within at most two years he can break through to the Soul Douluo realm.

Then, when Yang Xiong goes out for cultivation, with Zhao Wuji staying at home, his parents' safety should be guaranteed regardless of any situation.

After Yang Xiong helped Oscar and Qin Shuang analyze, he basically confirmed their selection direction for the Fourth Soul Ring; Zhao Wuji was also concerned about whether Oscar was accustomed to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and planned to follow Oscar and Qin Shuang to the Star Dou Great Forest, of course together with Yang Wei.

As for Yang Xiong himself, he had just returned from the Star Dou Great Forest not long ago; since Ning Fengzhi was personally leading the team, Yang Xiong had no intention of going again.

According to Yang Xiong's training plan, after Oscar and Qin Shuang obtain their Soul Rings this time, they will directly leave the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to go out for cultivation.

Two Soul Ancestors going out for cultivation, with Qin Shuang as an Inner Disciple of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and with people arranged by Ning Fengzhi covertly, should not be overly dangerous.

(End of Chapter)