Douluo Continent II: The Peerless Tang Sect: Starting with a Bond to God King Tang San

Chapter 168 Ning Tian Joins

After a long while, Deng Mu finally came to his senses and gave a helpless, bitter smile.

If Dai Huabin knew this, he might be so angry he'd come back to life.

Ultimately, however, it was all Dai Huabin's fault. If he hadn't ordered people to kill Huo Yutong, then Dai Huabin wouldn't have gotten into trouble.

If Dai Huabin hadn't been killed, his fiancée wouldn't have ended up like this, so Dai Huabin deserved it.

"Never mind, let's go find Yu Tong and the others and give them the immortal herb." Deng Mu came back to his senses and went to find Huo Yu Tong and the others.

Deng Mu had only walked a short distance when he saw Ning Tian walking towards him. Her face showed signs of fatigue and worry, and her eyes revealed a hint of confusion.

Deng Mu greeted him with a smile, "Ning Tian, ​​long time no see! Where are you headed?"

When Ning Tian saw Deng Mu, he forced a smile and replied, "Oh, it's Deng Mu. I'm about to go back to my dorm to rest."

Looking at Deng Mu, she was somewhat amazed by him.

She really didn't expect that after a few months, Deng Mu would look much better than before.

Deng Mu noticed that Ning Tian's mood was off, so he asked with concern, "What's wrong? You seem to be in a bad mood. Is something on your mind?"

Ning Tian sighed softly, saying with some helplessness, "Sigh, it's all because of my status as the young sect leader. The family has too high expectations of me, which puts a lot of pressure on me. I feel like I'm working hard for the family's honor and future every day, and I don't dare to relax for a moment. It's really exhausting."

Sometimes she thought, "I wish I were just an ordinary disciple of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."

Upon hearing this, Deng Mu patted Ning Tian on the shoulder with deep sympathy and said, "I understand how you feel. The burden of being the young sect leader is indeed very heavy. But don't put too much pressure on yourself. Just do your best. You are already very outstanding, and everyone has witnessed your performance in the academy."

He remembered that Ning Tian had chosen to commit suicide due to family pressure when he was in Qiankun Asking Love Valley.

After being resurrected by passing the test, he was forcibly transformed into a male by the Valley of Love and Destiny and eventually became a couple with Wu Feng.

Hearing Deng Mu's words of comfort, Ning Tian felt a warmth in his heart and said with a wry smile, "I understand the道理 (principles/reasons), but how easy is it to truly let go of the pressure? I've been burdened with too many expectations since I was a child."

She lowered her head slightly, her hair falling down to conceal a hint of loneliness in her eyes.

"Ning Tian, ​​sometimes looking at things from a different perspective can make things easier. The family's expectations are important, but you also need to live for yourself," Deng Mu said earnestly.

Ning Tian raised his head, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes, and said softly, "But, if I only think of myself, wouldn't that be too selfish? My family has nurtured me for so many years, I can't let them down."

Her voice trembled slightly, clearly indicating that she was struggling intensely inside.

Deng Mu shook his head and patiently explained, "This isn't selfishness. You need to understand that only when you truly feel happy and fulfilled can you better contribute to the family. You can try to leave some space for yourself while completing family tasks, to do things you like, and cultivate some hobbies. This might make you more composed when facing pressure."

Ning Tian nodded thoughtfully. "Perhaps you're right, Deng Mu. I've always been trying to meet the family's demands, but I've rarely stopped to think about what I truly want."

Her eyes revealed a hint of clarity after confusion.

Deng Mu looked at Ning Tian and smiled, saying, "Look at me, I am now the sect leader of the Tang Clan, working hard to revive the Tang Clan, but I feel no pressure at all."

The two chatted for a while, and Ning Tian remembered when Ning Rongrong joined the Tang Sect. He felt that he could help Deng Mu by reporting on Deng Mu's guidance to her.

Ning Tian looked at Deng Mu with unwavering determination, his tone filled with unquestionable resolve: "Deng Mu, I've made up my mind. I want to join the Tang Clan. Our ancestor Ning Rongrong shone brightly in the Tang Clan, and I believe I can too. Moreover, I hope to use this opportunity to find my true self, which can be considered a way of repaying you for your guidance today."

Hearing Ning Tian's decision, Deng Mu looked at Ning Tian with some surprise, not expecting that Ning Tian would actually want to join the Tang Sect.

He originally intended to establish a cooperative relationship with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and use its power to promote the revival of the Tang Sect, but he did not expect Ning Tian to choose to join the Tang Sect directly.

Deng Mu extended his hand and said, "You are very welcome to join the Tang Clan. With such an outstanding talent as you, the revival of the Tang Clan will surely be accelerated."

Ning Tian blushed slightly, gently took Deng Mu's hand, and felt the warmth of his palm, a unique warmth welling up in his heart.

"Deng Mu, thank you for your trust. I won't let you down," Ning Tian said softly to Deng Mu.

Remembering something, Deng Mu took out the Qiluo Tulip and gave it to Ning Tian: "Here, take this."

Ning Tian looked at the tulip-shaped ornament Deng Mu handed him, his eyes filled with surprise and confusion. "Deng Mu, what is this...?"

Looking at the tulips, she felt like she had seen them somewhere before, but couldn't remember where.

Deng Mu introduced to Ning Tian: "This is the Qiluo Tulip, a magical herb I obtained by chance. I thought it would suit you, so I gave it to you."

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Upon learning that it was the Qiluo Tulip, Ning Tian showed a surprised expression; she hadn't expected it to be the Qiluo Tulip.

As the young sect leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, she was naturally aware of the value of the Qiluo Tulip.

Ning Rongrong, the ancestor of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, ate the Qiluo Tulip, which caused the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda to evolve into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.

The ancestors of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School had searched for the Qiluo Tulip, but none of them had ever found it.

Even after offering a reward many times, I have never received a single Qiluo tulip.

Ning Tian's eyes were filled with shock and hesitation. She slowly reached out her hand, but withdrew it just before touching the Qiluo Tulip.

She wanted the Qiluo tulip, but considering that she hadn't done anything, she felt embarrassed to accept it.

Seeing Ning Tian's conflicted expression, Deng Mu felt completely understanding.

Deng Mu gently handed the Qiluo Tulip forward and said, "Ning Tian, ​​don't refuse anymore. This immortal herb is destined for you, and I believe it can realize its greatest value in your hands. Moreover, your joining the Tang Sect has already injected a powerful force into the sect, and this is what you deserve."

Ning Tian bit her lip, and finally slowly accepted the Qiluo Tulip. Her hand trembled slightly: "Deng Mu, this kindness is too heavy. I... I really don't know how to repay you."

After the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda evolved into the Nine Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, she told her father about it.

Seeing Ning Tian's expression, Deng Mu smiled and said, "It's alright, I'll need your help in the future."

(End of this chapter)