Douluo: Martial Soul White Tiger, I am the White Emperor of Heaven

Chapter 465 Ning Fengzhi's 'Gift'

Dai Chengfeng's gaze inadvertently swept over the bulging cloud-patterned pouch at Ning Rongrong's waist.

"Given Sect Leader Ning's meticulousness and the two Douluo's perception, the fact that you successfully 'stole' the item and arrived safely in Spirit City is itself the biggest flaw."

'I'm afraid this is just a deliberate 'leak' by Sect Leader Ning.'

Dai Chengfeng can almost certainly conclude that...

Ning Fengzhi may have wanted to take this opportunity to toughen up his daughter, let her experience things on her own, and broaden her horizons.
Or perhaps, there are deeper considerations...

For example, could he take this opportunity to ease or even strengthen his relationship with the younger generation of the Spirit Hall, especially with himself as a candidate for "Holy Son"?
After all, Ning Rongrong's friendship with him might not be a bad thing for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

"Moreover, those two Douluo seniors might be hiding somewhere in Spirit City right now, secretly protecting their little princess."

Thinking of this, Dai Chengfeng almost burst out laughing.

Seeing Ning Rongrong's face beaming with a sense of accomplishment, as if she were the best, and her confidence in her "perfect plan," he couldn't bear to expose the cruel "truth."

It is utterly inhumane to punish a young girl who has just accomplished a "feat" and is basking in her pride.

Moreover, Dai Chengfeng also felt that letting Ning Rongrong retain this belief of "making her way through her own efforts" might be more beneficial to her experience this time, allowing her to be more engaged and serious about this period of being alone abroad.

So he perfectly concealed the smile in his heart, and his face still showed a look of surprise and admiration.

"I see."

Dai Chengfeng nodded, his tone sincere, "To be able to slip away successfully under the noses of two Title Douluos, Rongrong, your courage and resourcefulness truly far exceed my expectations."

"You must have had a hard journey."

This praise, "far beyond imagination," truly touched Ning Rongrong's heart.

She immediately felt that all the hard work and fatigue along the way were worth it, and her mood improved greatly, with her previous complaints disappearing.

She waved her hand, feigning nonchalance, and said, "It's alright, it's alright. Although it is a bit tiring, I can handle it!"

Just then, Ning Rongrong seemed to suddenly remember something extremely important, and her eyes lit up.

"Ah! That's right!"

She exclaimed in surprise, quickly put down the napkin she was wiping her mouth, and hurriedly went to untie the small pocket embroidered with cloud patterns at her waist.

"I was so busy talking about me that I almost forgot about the important matter!"

As she untied her sash, she said to Dai Chengfeng, "I'm not just here to settle accounts with you this time, there's something very, very important on my mind!"

Seeing how serious she was, Dai Chengfeng also put away his joking thoughts and focused his gaze on the small pocket.

Ning Rongrong carefully took out a palm-sized brocade box made of fine sandalwood.

The brocade box has an antique design and is engraved with a pattern of a seven-jeweled glazed pagoda, which exudes a solemn and profound aura.

Ning Rongrong held the brocade box with both hands and presented it to Dai Chengfeng. Her little face showed a hint of pride, like someone showing off a treasure, mixed with a touch of guilt for having done something wrong. She lowered her voice and said:
"Here, this is for you!"

Dai Chengfeng took the brocade box and immediately felt an unusual warmth and weight in his hand, clearly indicating that the contents inside were extraordinary.

He looked at Ning Rongrong with some confusion: "What's this?"

Ning Rongrong blinked her big eyes, her slightly guilty expression turning into a sly smile: "Open it and take a look!" "This is exactly what you need, an earth-attribute treasure!"

"What I need? An earth-attribute treasure?" Dai Chengfeng's heart stirred.

"It's the one you mentioned to my father before, saying that you needed an earth-attribute treasure. My father kept an eye out for it after he went back, and finally obtained this treasure a few days ago."

“I overheard him telling Grandpa Jian that he originally planned to give this to you personally when we met again or when he found a safe opportunity.”

She paused, a sly smile spreading across her face: "And then... hehe, I sneaked into his study while he was away and 'took' it out!"

"Since I was coming to see you anyway, I thought I'd bring it over for you!"

"How about that? Wasn't I a good friend?"

Hearing Ning Rongrong's words and looking at the heavy brocade box in his hand, Dai Chengfeng said, "You lost all the money, but you still have my things..."

"That's natural!"

Ning Rongrong held her head high, "After all, I know this thing is more important, so I always keep it close to my body!"

"Look at it!"

Upon hearing this, Dai Chengfeng gave Ning Rongrong a deep look, "Alright!"

As he spoke, he slowly lowered his head and looked at the brocade box in his hand. His heart seemed to pound uncontrollably at that moment!
Earth-attribute treasure!
What he had been dreaming of was the key to completing the final piece of the Four Symbols and Five Elements Lotus puzzle!

Just when I was about to fall asleep, a pillow was delivered to my head. I was being affected by the exclusive nature of the Rakshasa God's power, which made it temporarily impossible for me to continue cultivating the Martial Soul Fusion Technique.

Now that I have obtained this earth-attribute treasure, if I can make the Four Symbols and Five Elements Lotus fully mature, can I evolve my martial soul?
At that time, shouldn't mental strength also be able to evolve?
Does that mean the problem of Rakshasa's divine power can be solved?
A huge wave of surprise washed over Dai Chengfeng, leaving him momentarily lost in thought.

He gripped the brocade box tightly in his hand. The gloom and frustration caused by the stagnation of his mental energy were mostly dispelled by this sudden ray of hope.

"How was it? Surprised?"

Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath, trying to calm his turbulent emotions, but the joy in his eyes could not be concealed no matter what.

Upon hearing this, he raised his head and looked at Ning Rongrong, who was tilting her head and had a "praise me" expression on her face.

The girl's porcelain-white cheeks were flushed with a healthy blush from having just eaten, and her chestnut hair shone softly under the light. Her large, glassy eyes were filled with undisguised anticipation and a hint of smugness from having done something "naughty."

At this moment, in Dai Chengfeng's eyes, Ning Rongrong's image seemed to be shrouded in a lucky halo.

Almost instinctively, Dai Chengfeng reached out and gently pinched Ning Rongrong's soft, smooth cheek with a touch of intimacy and doting. His voice was filled with genuine joy.

"Rongrong...you are truly my lucky star!"

This sudden display of affection left Ning Rongrong stunned.

The warm touch on her cheek, and Dai Chengfeng's undisguised, bright smile, caused her mind to go blank for a moment.

Immediately, a strong heat rushed to her cheeks and quickly spread to her ears and neck.

In all her life, apart from Grandpa Sword, Grandpa Bone, and her father, she had never had her face pinched like that by any other man!

Especially Dai Chengfeng, the "bad guy" she had secretly thought about and complained about for a long time!
"What...what are you doing?!"

(End of this chapter)