Triggering a treasure chest in Douluo Continent

Chapter 76 Return to Heaven

The next day at noon.

Yu Xiaogang slowly woke up, and the fatigue that emanated from his body made them inexplicably irritable, as if their bodies had been hollowed out.

Rubbing his stiff neck, Yu Xiaogang looked puzzled. After a thorough examination, he found nothing wrong with his body and thought that he might not have slept well last night.

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Shi Quan, Dugu Yan, and Ye Lingling were already on the country road back to Shijia Village.

What happened last night went unnoticed by anyone.

A month later.

"I'm leaving now, Mom. I'll come back next semester during break."

At the village entrance, Shi Quan and his two companions waved goodbye to Li Meili and Shi Jian before embarking on their journey back to the academy.

Just as Shi Quan had expected, he brought up the matter of moving with Li Meili and Shi Jian, but both of them shook their heads and refused. Facing their hometown where they had lived for many years, the two were unwilling to leave. They had adapted to life here, and going to a big city where they were unfamiliar with people and places would make them feel awkward. Moreover, they did not want to become a burden to Shi Quan.

Although Shijia Village is a bit remote, life there is relatively stable and peaceful, so Shi Quan doesn't need to worry about them.

Shi Quan understood his parents' thoughts, but he instructed them to continue practicing the exercises he taught them to strengthen their bodies.

This was taught to them by Shi Quan when he left Shijia Village. It consisted of some basic movements combined with specific breathing techniques, which could strengthen the body and prolong life. In addition, Shi Quan would use his internal energy to help his parents nourish their bodies every time he returned, so their health was much better than that of the other villagers.

But this wasn't enough for Shi Quan. Looking at the two bottles of blood in his treasure bag, Shi Quan had already made his plans.

One of the two bottles of blood was from Shi Jian, and the other was from Li Meili.

With these two bottles of blood, Shi Quan could use the automated alchemy furnace to create two Yi Jing Cleansing Pills for the two of them, changing their talents and allowing his parents to embark on the path of Soul Masters.

Shi Quan's parents are his weakness. He hasn't made a name for himself yet, but he will inevitably become enemies with Tang San in the future. He may be able to protect himself through his own means, but his parents could easily become leverage for others to threaten him. Therefore, he must ensure that his parents have a certain ability to protect themselves.

Shijia Village was destined to be left, and since the two were unwilling to leave, Shi Quan did not force them; he would persuade them slowly later.

"Lingling, why are you wearing a veil again?"

During the month or so that Ye Lingling stayed in Shijia Village, she never wore a veil, but now that she has just left, she has put the veil back on.

"Because I have to go back." Ye Lingling looked back at Shijia Village, her empty eyes seeming to light up, and also seeming to have a bit more hope.

Shi Quan said with a smile, "I was used to you not wearing a veil, but it feels a bit strange now that you're wearing one again."

"If you don't want to, then I can take off my veil too," Ye Lingling said after a pause, and then she prepared to take off her veil.

Shi Quan quickly waved his hand and said, "No need, just be yourself."

"Tsk tsk tsk, just be yourself," Dugu Yan said sarcastically from the side. "Or should I leave?"

"Yanzi, what did you say?" Ye Lingling realized that she had spoken a little too intimately, and said with a flushed face, "Yanzi, if you don't want me to wear it, I don't have to."

"No need, no need," Dugu Yan said with a smile, looking at Shi Quan. "We'll listen to Xiao Quan."

Shi Quan shook his head helplessly.

But it must be said that in the month or so since they came back, the three of them have become much closer than when they arrived.

The three of them did not return by the original route. There were still ten days before the start of the academy, so they deliberately chose a detour to travel back at a leisurely pace.

……

Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

"What is our little princess Rongrong thinking about again?" Ning Fengzhi's teasing voice rang out from behind Ning Rongrong.

Ning Rongrong turned and ran into Ning Fengzhi's arms, snuggling against him affectionately. "Daddy, why are you here? Aren't you busy with sect affairs?"

Ning Fengzhi said with a smile, "Isn't it because I'm afraid our little princess will be bored? No matter how busy I am, I still have to come and keep our little princess company."

"Dad is the best."

"You didn't say that when you first came back."

Ning Rongrong said angrily, "Hmph, it's all because you dumped me at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy without even asking me."

"But Rongrong has indeed learned a lot, hasn't she?" Ning Fengzhi affectionately patted Ning Rongrong's hair. "What are your thoughts on Shi Quan, Rongrong?"

Ning Rongrong looked furious when Ning Fengzhi mentioned Shi Quan. "Hmph, that guy is always so busy, he has no time for me at all."

"But he is indeed quite capable..."

After she finished speaking, Ning Rongrong muttered something under her breath. Although her voice wasn't loud, Ning Fengzhi heard it clearly.

"Since Rongrong said he's amazing, shouldn't you make sure you hold onto him tightly?"

Hearing Ning Fengzhi say this, Ning Rongrong's cheeks flushed slightly, but she still said defiantly, "I will be better than him one day."

"Of course, our Rongrong is the best." Ning Fengzhi nodded in agreement, but still said, "However, Shi Quan is also good; he's a partner worth winning over and relying on. Rongrong, you need to know that your father, your Sword Grandpa, and Bone Grandpa can't protect you forever, so you must also find partners like your Sword Grandpa and Bone Grandpa who are worth relying on and whose backs you can entrust to. As the most talented person in our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the future of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School depends on you!"

"I understand, Dad."

Ning Fengzhi gently rubbed Ning Rongrong's head, "Rongrong, you've grown up. I said I would only let you stay at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy for one year. One year has passed, and whether you go again or not is up to you."

"I can decide for myself?" Ning Rongrong looked up at Ning Fengzhi. She had originally thought that Ning Fengzhi was there to let her continue to go to the academy, but it turned out that he was letting her decide for herself. This made Ning Rongrong unsure of what to do.

"That's right, it's your decision. Dad believes in Rongrong, and whatever decision you make, Dad will support you."

"I'll think about it carefully, Dad."

"Okay, you think about it first. Dad will go take care of other things. You can tell me anytime you've made up your mind."

After saying that, Ning Fengzhi got up and left.

"Fengzhi, you're letting Rongrong decide for herself?" As soon as Ning Fengzhi stepped out of the room, Bone Douluo's tall figure appeared beside him.

"Uncle Gu, Rongrong is not young anymore. Since she came back this time, she has become much more mature and composed. She should have her own ideas. I can't always guide her in everything. She needs to grow up gradually and learn to have her own thoughts and decisions. We can't consider everything for her and make everything perfect, otherwise it will only make her develop a habit of dependence."

Bone Douluo said, "What you said is indeed correct, but isn't it a bit too hasty? Rongrong is only eleven years old. When you are eleven, you might not even be as good as Rongrong."

Ning Fengzhi shook his head and said, "I wasn't as spoiled as Rongrong when I was eleven."

"Shi Quan is also eleven years old, and his achievements have already surpassed most Soul Masters. As the saying goes, 'One who stays near ink gets stained black, and one who stays near vermilion gets stained red.' I let Rongrong follow him in the hope that Rongrong can become as excellent as him. I also hope that Rongrong understands this principle. As a support Soul Master, the choice of partners is the most important thing."

Shi Quan has a simple background and a clear origin. His talent, temperament, and strength are all top-notch. Previously, his martial soul was just Blue Silver Grass, but now it's different. His martial soul has transformed into Blue Silver King, and its quality is at least high-level, or even top-level.

If he continues to grow, his future achievements will definitely be significant; such a person is the most worthwhile investment.

Bone Douluo shook his head and said, "Feng Zhi, sometimes I really think you're too pragmatic."

"Uncle Gu, you don't understand. As support Soul Masters, we have no ability to protect ourselves. If we weren't driven by self-interest, this huge Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School would have been devoured by other sects long ago." Ning Fengzhi also showed a helpless expression.

As the leader of a sect, how can he be worthy of the title if he doesn't strive to bring benefits to the sect?

"So what choice do you think Rongrong will make?"

Ning Fengzhi said confidently, "Rongrong will definitely go to the academy. I believe in her..."

……

"Phew, I'm finally back."

Three tall figures ran towards us from outside the majestic city walls of Tiandou City.

It was Shi Quan and his two companions who set off from Shijia Village.

After eight days of sightseeing, the three finally returned to Tiandou City.

Dugu Yan said excitedly, "Xiao Quan, Lingling, come to my house for dinner today. School is starting soon, and Grandpa should be home too."

"Is Senior Dugu here too?" Ye Lingling hesitated slightly, still holding a certain amount of awe for a Title Douluo.

"It's alright, Lingling, let's go." Dugu Yan took Ye Lingling's arm. "When we get there, let Xiao Quan cook so Grandpa can taste Xiao Quan's cooking."

With some hesitation, Ye Lingling followed the two to Dugu Bo's residence.

"Grandpa, we're back."

"Hmph, so you finally decided to come back?" Dugu Bo's voice came from inside the house.

The green-clad figure stepped out, glaring at Shi Quan, "I thought you'd just kidnapped our Yanyan."

"Grandpa Dugu, you're joking with me again. How could I dare?" Shi Quan said with an embarrassed smile.

"Grandpa, this is Lingling, Ye Lingling. She came with us," Dugu Yan introduced to Dugu Bo.

"That little girl from the Nine-Hearted Begonia family?"

"Junior greets Senior Dugu." Ye Lingling bowed respectfully.

Dugu Yan leaned close to Dugu Bo's ear and whispered a few words. Dugu Bo looked at Shi Quan and then at Ye Lingling and said, "No need to be so polite. Since you, Xiao Quan, and Yan Yan are all classmates and friends, just treat me as an ordinary elder and call me Grandpa Dugu, just like Xiao Quan does."

"Grandpa Dugu."

"Alright." Dugu Bo nodded slightly. "Let's go inside..."

(End of this chapter)