Douro Continent

Chapter 281 The Mystery of His Origins and Haotian Douluo (Part 2)

If it can really play a significant role, then won't the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School have to rely on this child in this regard forever?

Seeing Ning Fengzhi's thoughtful look, Tang San did not hesitate and said calmly, "I wonder what kind of hidden weapons Uncle Ning wants."

Ning Fengzhi came to his senses. From Tang San's tone, he could tell that there was no room for negotiation regarding the method of making hidden weapons. Although Tang San was only a teenager, his composure and the determination he had shown earlier were not so easily shaken.

At this point, Ning Fengzhi, settling for second best, said to Tang San, "We've examined Rongrong's hidden weapons. I want five hundred sets, just like the ones she has. I'll offer ten thousand gold soul coins for each set. What do you think?"

Tang San said, "The price is no problem, but there's one thing I need to clarify beforehand. This complete set of hidden weapons does not include Rongrong's Flying Claw on her right hand. I can replace it with another silent sleeve dart. Everything else will remain the same. Because the Flying Claw isn't a hidden weapon; while it has offensive capabilities, its primary function is support. Moreover, the material of the Flying Claw is very difficult to manufacture, and ordinary craftsmen would find it hard to complete."

"Oh?" Ning Fengzhi hadn't seen Ning Rongrong use the Flying Claw, and only now, hearing Tang San's words, did he realize that his daughter had something else in her hand. However, he was already extremely satisfied with the hidden weapons Ning Rongrong had used earlier, so he smiled and nodded, saying, "Alright, as you say. In addition, I will pay you an extra one million gold soul coins as a reward for the 'Qiluo Tulip' you gave Rongrong. At the same time, I would also like to ask you, do you still have that Qiluo Tulip? If you do, I am willing to exchange it for it at any cost."

Even for Ning Fengzhi, the allure of the Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda was simply too great; it was his only chance to reach even greater heights.

Unfortunately, Tang San shook his head. "The 'Qiluo Tulip' is a celestial herb, and there's probably only one in the world. No two celestial herbs exist in the same place. Perhaps there are others on the continent, but I wouldn't be able to find them. I gave Rongrong hers; how could I accept a reward from my uncle? Five hundred gold soul coins are enough. However, I must make one thing clear: I'm only responsible for the final assembly. The manufacturing process of the various parts will have to be handled by Uncle Ning himself. Rongrong said that your sect has a dedicated blacksmith shop, so it shouldn't be difficult. Also, having your sect's own blacksmith shop forge the parts will make it much easier to replenish the various components for the hidden weapons in the future, especially crossbow bolts and steel needles."

As he spoke, Tang San pulled out a stack of blueprints from the Twenty-Four Bridges Under the Moonlit Night, examined them carefully, and handed them to Ning Fengzhi. "The Silent Sleeve Arrow, the Stomp Crossbow, and the Boot-Shaped Flying Blade can be made in duplicate."

Seeing Ning Fengzhi take the blueprints, Bone Douluo couldn't help but say, "Kid, you're really good at business! You don't even care about manufacturing the parts. You made those five million gold soul coins way too easily."

"Uncle Gu." Ning Fengzhi shook his head at Gu Rong, signaling him not to say anything more.

Tang San wasn't particularly interested in money at the moment; he was more eager to ascertain his identity as soon as possible. He smiled calmly and said, "If Uncle Ning thinks this price is unreasonable, you can lower it. The previous price was your suggestion, and I have no objection."

Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly and said, "No need to lower it. Let's stick to what we said before. Although I'm not exactly a man of absolute authority, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School still has credibility."

Tang San nodded and said, "Then that's settled, Uncle Ning. Thank you for your help earlier. If there's nothing else, I'd like to go back and rest. Regarding the hidden weapons, please bring the parts for every hundred sets you've crafted here. I'll assemble them and then hand them over to you. You'll need to craft the consumables for the various hidden weapons yourselves."

Ning Fengzhi didn't linger for Tang San, personally getting up to see him out of the conference room. At the same time, he slipped a gleaming gold card into Tang San's hand. Ning Fengzhi didn't say how much money was on it, only telling Tang San that it was a deposit. The remaining balance would be paid after the hidden weapons were assembled.

Watching Tang San walk out, Gu Rong couldn't help but frown deeply. "Feng Zhi, how could you agree so easily? Although our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is rich, this isn't the way to spend it."

Ning Fengzhi pointed to the blueprints in his hand and smiled, "Uncle Bone, there's no need to rush. The blueprints Tang San provided are extremely detailed. They not only indicate what materials are needed but also specify the casting method for each part. Moreover, the order is not messed up; all the parts are categorized according to the hidden weapons themselves. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has no shortage of skilled craftsmen. Surely we can assemble them? In my opinion, five million gold soul coins isn't expensive for the blueprints to make this entire set of hidden weapons. Furthermore, even without these blueprints, do you think five million gold coins could buy that single 'Qiluo Tulip' celestial herb?"

Hearing Ning Fengzhi's words, Uncle Gu's expression softened, and he murmured, "If that's how it is, then it seems like we're not losing out no matter what."

Ning Rongrong, who was standing to the side, couldn't stand it anymore. "Dad, Grandpa Bone, why do you seem to be plotting against my third brother?"

Ning Fengzhi glared at Ning Rongrong. "Silly girl, this isn't scheming. As the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, everything I do must be for the sake of the sect. Alright, you should go back now. Continue your cultivation at the academy."

Ning Rongrong glared at her father with dissatisfaction, then looked to Bone Douluo for help. But this time, Bone Douluo did not help her; he simply gave her a look, signaling her to go first.

Ning Rongrong also left the conference room. At this time, only Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong remained. With Gu Rong's strength, it would be impossible for anyone around to eavesdrop.

"Fengzhi, what do you think of that kid? Is he really Tang Hao's son?" Gu Rong asked in a deep voice.

Ning Fengzhi nodded and said, "It shouldn't be wrong. The Clear Sky Hammer of the Clear Sky Sect cannot be imitated. As far as I know, in recent years, no direct disciples of the Clear Sky Sect have left the sect, and the sect has maintained a very low profile. Only when Tang Hao disappeared. Moreover, this child has also acknowledged that his father's name is Tang Hao. Judging from his age, they are not far apart. I really didn't expect that even after leaving the Clear Sky Sect, Tang Hao still managed to raise such an outstanding son."

Gu Rong smiled wryly, "How could he not be outstanding? After all, this child is the offspring of Tang Hao and that woman. This kid is not only terrifyingly strong, but his mind is also extraordinary. Judging from his appearance, he probably didn't know Tang Hao's identity. Under these circumstances, he was still able to barely remain calm after receiving the news today. This is not something a teenager could do. Given time, he might become another Tang Hao. Sect Master, is it...?"

At this point, a fierce look appeared on Gu Rong's face, and he made a light gesture with his right hand, palm facing out like a knife.

"No." Ning Fengzhi resolutely rejected Gu Rong's suggestion. "Uncle Gu, please don't say things like that again. Although the Haotian Sect has always been superior to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the three upper sects have always been closely connected. From any perspective, we cannot harm this child. Although I can't predict how far this child will develop in the future, judging from his twin martial souls, perhaps, many years later, he will also be a pope-like figure. Although we cannot bring this child into our sect, we should do everything we can to befriend him."

Gu Rong asked, somewhat puzzled, "Why? Are we just going to watch this threat grow up? If he becomes a Title Douluo in a few decades, the Clear Sky Sect will have three Douluos. In that case, we'll probably be suppressed by them forever."

Ning Fengzhi sighed, "What you say is certainly true, but I have more to think about. Uncle Gu, you have never left the sect and never care about the outside world. But have you felt that the entire Soul Master world on the continent has been too peaceful for the past twenty years?"

Gu Rong's expression changed slightly. "Sect Master, what do you mean?"

Ning Fengzhi said, "I still remember when I was young, the Soul Master world on the continent was in turmoil, with visible and invisible battles happening everywhere. But in the last twenty years, such battles have almost disappeared. The Soul Master worlds of the two great empires on the entire continent are eerily quiet. But I vaguely sense a storm brewing. Perhaps, in a few years, the situation in the Soul Master world will change."

Gu Rong said somewhat dismissively, "Feng Zhi, aren't you being a bit overly worried? In my opinion, peace on the continent is an inevitable trend. The Soul Master world is mainly controlled by the Spirit Hall and our seven major sects, and they don't interfere with each other. Most Soul Masters are affiliated with these two forces, and even those who don't belong to either are controlled by the two great empires, kingdoms, or duchies. The overall situation will naturally become stable. What variables could possibly arise?"

Ning Fengzhi gave a wry smile. "If that's really the case, then that would be for the best. But I'm afraid it's not that simple. I've found some clues, but I can't be sure yet, so it's best to be cautious. However, one thing is certain: if anything changes in the situation on the mainland, our seven major sects must unite. I can't speak for the lower four sects, but our upper three sects have always been closely connected. As long as our relationship with the upper three sects remains stable, we won't be afraid of any shift in power."

(End of this chapter)