Douluo Dalu: Seven Kills

Chapter 621 Will be forever great; For the rest of my life, we will never be apart, please continue to guide me (two chapters combined)

"mom--"

The moment Ning Tian saw his mother, he couldn't suppress his overwhelming longing. He completely ignored his father, who was embracing him, and rushed into Yang Zihan's arms.

"Quick, let me see, have you lost weight?"

Yang Zihan's eyes were also glistening with tears. Before she could even finish asking the question or fully touch Ning Tian, ​​her lips moved as she mumbled to herself, "You've lost weight, you've lost weight... But it's good that you're back. You were gone for four years, you suffered so much."

No matter how old a child is or how strong a person is, in a mother's eyes, he is ultimately just a child returning home. What title douluo or the young sect master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School?

However, this left Ning Bowen in a difficult position. He could only watch helplessly as his daughter bypassed him and rushed into his wife's arms. So, he could only cough awkwardly but politely to maintain his fatherly demeanor in front of his daughter.

Just then, Ning Bowen's cough was clearly and "melodiously" heard by Chen Junting, who had just finished greeting his master.

Ye Xuanji, who also noticed this, couldn't help but smile, before quickly suppressing her smile and slightly raising her chin towards Chen Junting. Chen Junting, seeing this, immediately understood.

So he walked straight up to Ning Bowen.

"dad."

As the two are already engaged, it's inappropriate for Chen Junting to use a title like "Uncle Ning," as it sounds somewhat distant. Furthermore, since they are currently in private, not in a public setting, there's no need to address him as "Sect Leader"; simply calling him "Dad" is sufficient.

Right now, Chen Junting's call immediately eased Ning Bowen's slightly awkward situation. He secretly breathed a sigh of relief and then started talking to Chen Junting with a proud smile.

"Xiao Chen, you guys..."

As they spoke, Ning Tian and Yang Zihan, mother and daughter, slowly came to an end their heartfelt exchange. Chen Junting then seized the opportunity to give Ning Tian a chance to ease the pain of their longing for each other.

He himself went to Aunt Yang, or rather, his mother-in-law/"Mom," and began to communicate with her.

Ye Xuanji was naturally among them.

For a time, there were no sect leaders, sect leaders' wives, or supreme elders in the room; there were only family members present.

Until the very end…

"Xiao Tian, ​​you've really grown up!"

Suddenly, Ning Bowen uttered this remark.

But that's true.

His daughter not only became a level 95 Super Douluo in her twenties, but was also favored by a god who sent her to take a test. So far, she has also obtained a divine artifact.

If we calculate it this way, Ning Tian's current achievements have already surpassed those of his ancestor Ning Rongrong, who was of the same generation. If he successfully becomes a god in the future, his achievements will definitely be even greater than his ancestor's.

How could such a situation not move a father?

"dad…"

Looking at her proud father, Ning Tian opened her mouth to speak. Just as she was about to say something, Ning Bowen's next words caught her off guard. But upon reflection, she realized it was perfectly reasonable and not surprising.

"Xiao Tian, ​​it's time for you to inherit the position of sect leader."

Upon hearing this, Ning Bowen's face became extremely serious.

Almost everyone present turned their gaze to Ning Bowen's eyes. And whoever it was, they could see a proud and composed look in Ning Bowen's eyes.

Besides, Yang Zihan and Ye Xuanji remained silent. This made Chen Junting, who was standing beside him, realize that this matter had probably already been discussed in private, and was just waiting for Ning Tian's word.

In Ning Bowen's eyes, Ning Tian and the others were the future of the sect. With her around, and with spirited young men like Chen Junting, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School would definitely continue to prosper! In fact, according to the sect's instructions, even after surpassing Shrek Academy, they would still retain the "heart of an apprentice."

But Chen Junting thought they were probably going to be disappointed.

And indeed, things turned out exactly as he had predicted.

Ning Tian was stunned for a moment, then subconsciously looked at Chen Junting.

But the moment she turned her head again, the daze had vanished, replaced by a slow but firm refusal.

Immediately, Ning Tian's gaze swept over the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School's Sect Master and the two Supreme Elders of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, and he said solemnly:
“Father, I do not intend to inherit the position of sect leader.”

His tone was resolute, yet tinged with regret.

But upon closer reflection, this is also quite normal.

Because of the education Ning Tian received from childhood, the training she received in handling affairs, and the philosophy her parents instilled in her, all of which were aimed at inheriting the position of sect leader and leading the sect to greatness.

Becoming the sect leader of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School is her dream.

Perhaps this dream is no longer unique.

In the end, however, she refused.

For a greater good! For a greater goal!
However, Ning Bowen frowned upon hearing Ning Tian's decision. "Xiao Tian, ​​compared to me, you are young, energetic, and capable. You are also my carefully cultivated successor, and with the only two Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Souls, you are undoubtedly the rightful heir to the position of sect leader." He didn't give Ning Tian a chance to object, continuing, "If you're trying to refuse the position because you've inherited a divine position, I don't think you need to. You already said you have a long time ahead of you. You can stay in this position for twenty or thirty years, until you and Xiao Chen have a child who inherits your Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul, then let him (or her) sit in this position."

"No, Dad. Please listen to me."

Ning Tian quickly interrupted Ning Bowen, "The matter of divine inheritance is not as simple as you think. Although it can be done in principle as you say, in reality I need to seize the time to break through."

Upon hearing this, Chen Junting naturally understood Ning Tian's thoughts.

Some things are indeed impossible to say outright.

For example, their future enemies might be Tang San, the Shrek Seven Devils from ten thousand years ago, or even those two ancestors.

Although Chen Junting previously believed they had plenty of time, in general, the claim of twenty or thirty years was absolutely unfounded.

At most, it would take about ten years.

Unless Ning Tian has successfully become a god in the past ten years or so.

Therefore, everything must give way to becoming a god.

"this…"

This put Ning Bowen in a difficult position.

Although the daughter can become a god, the heir is suddenly gone. If that's the case, how can the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial spirit be carried forward? It can't just rely on immortal herbs, can it?

It's actually quite normal to have such thoughts, after all, it's human nature. People are always greedy.

To put it nicely, as the head of a sect, Ning Bowen needs to be mindful of potential dangers even in times of peace. He must consider the future of his descendants.

We want to thoroughly stabilize the Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda.

Although the immortal herb can transform the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, it is still an external object, and its growth cycle is extremely long, occurring only once every six or seven generations of sect leaders.

Six or seven generations, there are too many variables.

One wrong move and the sect will decline. If the situation worsens and the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well is exposed, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School may not be able to hold out against those with treacherous ambitions.

At that time, the Nine-Jeweled Glazed Pagoda will have to break.

so,

It's safer to let their martial spirit be fixed in their bloodline. Or, perhaps we should let Xiaotian and the others have a child first?
Seemingly sensing the reason for his father's predicament, Ning Tian's teasing gaze fell on him, "Dad, have you forgotten that besides me, you also have the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul? Although it's not as good as mine, it's definitely at the level of our ancestor back then. Otherwise, you and Mom could have another one."

"Nonsense!" ×2
As soon as Ning Tian uttered these words, she was met with reproachful looks from both of them. Their daughter had grown up; she even dared to tease her parents now.

“Your mother and I are both quite old. When you were born, we decided that you would be our last child. If we had another one, there would be a gap of more than twenty years between you. At that age, he (or she) could be your child!”

However, Ning Tian smiled and said:
"Actually, I don't mind."

Upon hearing this, Ning Bowen and Yang Zihan both glanced at her, but then fell silent, as if deep in thought. Ye Xuanji, standing to the side, gently stroked his beard, sensing their underlying concerns.

Are they really worried about having children at this age?
of course not.

But if they were to actually have a child, how many children would they need to ensure that the child could successfully inherit the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul? Keep in mind, at their age, they don't have much time left.

If it were Xiao Tian and his group, they would have plenty of opportunities.

Then,
[...This is precisely where Bowen and his team's concerns lie.]

In the silence, facing the couple who found it difficult to speak, Ye Xuanji conveyed their true thoughts to Chen Junting and Ning Tian through a telepathic connection.

It turned out to be the case.

Chen Junting and the other person turned their heads almost simultaneously and looked at each other.

"Actually, I have an idea to make the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul completely stable so that it no longer needs to rely on the Qiluo Tulip."

These words immediately attracted everyone's attention.

Ning Bowen asked excitedly, "You have a way!?"

“I have an idea.”

Chen Junting reiterated this point.

An idea is not the same as a solution.

He only had a conjecture and didn't yet know if he could put it into practice. As for the principle behind this idea, it stemmed from the power of bloodline. Although a martial spirit is influenced by a person's soul and body, it is more influenced by the bloodline within the body.

As long as the genes in one's bloodline can be activated, then any direct descendant of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School who has ever possessed the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul will have the opportunity to awaken it a second time.

As for how to succeed…

As usual, we'll rely on the power of the formation.

"...What do you think of my idea?"

"good idea!"

Ning Bowen nodded without hesitation.

Clearly, he had great faith in Chen Junting.

Yang Zihan also came to her senses, muttering to herself, "I feel like this method is familiar, like I've seen it somewhere before."

"It's a self-condensing soul ring." ×2
The answer came in unison from Ning Tian and Ye Xuanji. As someone who had experienced it firsthand, Ning Tian felt it even more deeply.

Because one of the soul skills in his eighth soul ring came from this, but as a second awakening of a martial soul, it is definitely more complicated than the birth of a soul skill.

"This formation can work not only on the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul, but also on Ultimate Martial Souls, right?"

Ning Bowen looked serious and asked Chen Junting.

Chen Junting nodded slightly. "Theoretically speaking, yes."

The affirmation was not only felt by Ning Bowen, but also by everyone present who cared about the future of the sect.

Back in the day, Shrek Academy also had students with exceptional attributes who grew up to become elders. However, none of their descendants possessed exceptional attributes in their martial souls. Therefore, while identical martial souls can be inherited, the inherent exceptional attributes cannot.

But once Chen Junting truly develops that formation that allows martial souls to awaken a second time based on bloodline, everyone is well aware of what that will mean for the future of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Think about it.

The ultimate gold – the Seven Kill Sword;
Ultimate Fire – Crimson Flame Dragon King;
Ultimate Ice – Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion;

The ultimate poison—the Ten-Headed Jade Phosphorous Serpent King…

These ultimate martial souls, along with the six-winged angel, bone dragon, and crimson dragon, will form the sect's absolute foundation.

The Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School will be great forever!
Thinking of this, Ning Bowen's eyes narrowed.

"Xiao Chen, will it work?"

Chen Junting said with considerable confidence, "Wait until I become a god!"

"it is good."

Having received a positive response, Ning Bowen was no longer in a hurry. He stopped urging Ning Tian to inherit the position of sect leader and instead thought about the next few years, perhaps focusing on having children with his wife.

Have more children to strengthen the lineage and benefit the clan.

At noon the following day, Chen Junting and Ning Tian stayed there as well, and had a reunion meal with the elders.

They didn't say goodbye and leave until the afternoon.

"Mom and Dad, they're really in such a hurry."

Ning Tian, ​​who was being led by the hand, muttered something unusual, but Chen Junting just smiled and explained for them, "It's also for the sake of the sect."

"I know."

Suddenly, Ning Tian stopped in his tracks.

Although she didn't understand why she stopped, when Chen Junting looked at her gently, she saw Ning Tian open her palms and move them towards the top of her head, so that her palms faced the sun.

Then, with a clench, it's as if you're holding the sun in your hand.

“Brother Junting”.

"I'm here."

A call to action receives a timely response.

The dappled sunlight seemed to fall on Ning Tian's pretty face, but she just stared blankly at the back of her hand, then a smile suddenly appeared on her lips. "My dream was to become the sect leader and strengthen the sect, but now it seems that the sect has already become completely strong, and I don't need to work hard for it anymore. So when I decided to relinquish the dream and responsibility of becoming the sect leader, I suddenly felt so relieved!"

After saying that, she turned around abruptly, her jewel-like eyes staring straight at Chen Junting, "From now on, let's strive together to become gods and be a carefree divine couple."

A shift in mindset caused a sudden flash of inspiration in Ning Tian's eyes. This kind of epiphany led to a surge in her mental strength.

Realizing this, Chen Junting smiled.

"Then let us stay together for the rest of our lives, and please continue to guide me."

(End of this chapter)