The Glory of the Sun and Moon in the Peerless Tang Sect

Yu Tianhuang was too perfect in every way, so perfect that Yu Tianhuang felt inferior to him.

If Tianhuang can join the Tang Clan, Xiaoya's dream will also come true...

A thought suddenly flashed through Bei Bei's mind, but he quickly dismissed it. For Yu Tianhuang, their Tang Clan held absolutely no appeal.

Their goal of reviving the Tang Sect hinges on soul tools. It seems that for now, they can only rely on Huo Yuhao.

Only then did Tang Ya turn her gaze away and look at Xu Zihuang with a smile.

"This Azure Mirror must be a gift for Junior Sister Ning Tian."

Xu Zihuang nodded slightly and put the longsword Shark Tooth and the Azure Mirror into his storage soul tool.

"Senior Xiaoya, if there's a chance in the future, I can also help you make a few suitable soul tools."

"Okay, okay!" Tang Ya nodded happily, her beautiful eyes narrowing into crescent moons, her long, black hair tied into a black ponytail swaying playfully from side to side. This scene seemed to transport her back to the time when Xu Zihuang helped her capture the thousand-year-old cave spider in the Star Dou Great Forest. However, Tang Ya was now almost an adult, and Xu Zihuang's physique had changed dramatically compared to three years ago. Tang Ya certainly couldn't hug Xu Zihuang so readily back then, disregarding her image.

Noticing Jiang Nannan's envious gaze, Xu Zihuang continued to add.

"Jiang, Xu, and Bei, you can all come to me if you need anything."

Jiang Nannan smiled at Xu Zihuang, but she couldn't hide the surprise in her eyes. Her delicate and graceful charm made Xu Sanshi's expression freeze instantly.

Then Jiang Nannan seemed to think of something, hesitated slightly before saying, "The materials for this kind of high-level soul tool must be very expensive."

Contrary to her delicate and fragile appearance, she possessed an extremely strong sense of pride. She could accept Yu Tianhuang helping her create a soul tool out of consideration for their friendship. However, she would definitely have to bear the cost of the materials herself.

Coming to his senses, Xu Sanshi almost instinctively said, "I'll buy it for you!"

Jiang Nannan's attitude towards Xu Sanshi was far from gentle. Her eyebrows immediately furrowed, and she snapped, "Get out!"

"Uh..." Seeing Jiang Nannan's strong reaction, Xu Sanshi obediently lowered his head. His eyes were full of grievance, but there was no trace of dissatisfaction.

At this moment, Beibei smiled and smoothed things over, saying, "It's getting late, let's hurry up and set off."

Upon hearing Beibei's words, Jiang Nannan's expression softened considerably.

Xu Sanshi and Bei Bei exchanged a glance, their eyes seeming to say, "You're a true brother, at least you knew to help me out of this predicament."

Tang Ya, who usually seemed carefree and easygoing, was now quite understanding of Jiang Nannan's thoughts. The ten-thousand-year-old Crimson Blaze right arm bone was something Bei Bei had helped her obtain. She had only accepted it after being persuaded by Ning Tian for a long time and under the pressure of the inner court assessment.

Jiang Nannan dislikes Xu Sanshi so much; if she were Jiang Nannan, she would have reacted the same way.

Tang Ya came to Jiang Nannan's side and said softly, "Nannan, the reason why high-grade soul tools are so expensive is mainly because they are difficult to make. If it's not a special kind of soul tool, the cost of the materials should be less than one-tenth of the total price."

Hearing Tang Ya's words, Jiang Nannan felt much more at ease. While the price was still high for her, it was still within her budget. She had received tens of thousands of gold soul coins from the one million gold soul coins awarded to the champion of the previous Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament. Moreover, now that she was an inner court student, she would receive a substantial subsidy for each inspector mission.

Instead of taking the small boat, the group used their flying soul tools to leave Seagod Island.

Because of the encounter between Xu Zihuang and his group and the Death Messenger bandit gang, all inner court disciples are now equipped with some soul tools. Flying soul tools are one of them.

Chapter 248 The Night of Parting

Four dazzling trails of flame streaked across the clear sky above Poseidon Lake. It was Tang Ya, Bei Bei, Xu Sanshi, and Jiang Nannan.

Flying soul tools are expensive to manufacture because they require several rare and precious metals. Therefore, the flying soul tools that Shrek Academy provides free to its inner court disciples are only level four.

In addition to flying soul tools, every inner court disciple receives a level 5 invincible shield defensive soul tool upon entering the inner court. This demonstrates their considerable wealth and resources.

Fortunately, Shrek Academy has a strong foundation and a small number of inner disciples, which allows it to afford such an expenditure of at least tens of millions of gold soul coins without breaking the bank.

Of course, this is also a form of indirect investment by Shrek Academy in its inner court disciples. Every investment requires a return.

The same principle applies to Elder Mu's tireless teaching of Xu Zihuang. While he acknowledges Xu Zihuang's talent, his primary goal is to cultivate a deep affection for Shrek Academy in Xu Zihuang, so that Xu Zihuang can protect the academy in his place after Elder Mu's death.

During the high-speed flight, the lakeside path soon came into view.

Using the dark red crystal mirror that solidified in the air for leverage, Xu Zihuang's speed was in no way inferior to that of Bei Bei and the others who used flying soul tools.

Unless it involves long distances and extended travel, he prefers to use his second soul skill, Mirror Annihilation, to walk on air. This gives him a sense of groundedness.

During his three years at Shrek Academy, he always walked on thin ice in order to maintain his persona and avoid revealing any flaws.

He's under immense pressure right now. His life isn't nearly as glamorous as it appears to outsiders.

The calm surface of Poseidon Lake was disturbed by the airflow brought by the flying soul tool, causing ripples to spread. The group landed one after another on the lakeside path. He Caitou and Ning Tian, ​​who had been waiting there, stepped forward to greet them.

"Senior Sister Xiaoya, Senior Brother Bei, Senior Sister Jiang, Senior Brother Xu."

After greeting everyone with a smile, Ning Tian naturally and intimately took Xu Zihuang's arm.

Ning Tian was dressed up carefully today. Her long, platinum blonde hair, which was longer than her shoulders, was tied up in a way that had a retro feel. Her snow-white collarbones and shoulders were exposed, and her fitted white silk dress accentuated her beautiful figure.

Xu Zihuang's gaze wavered for a moment. In his childhood memories, his mother's hair was always styled in this way.

This practice originated among the nobles of the Heavenly Dou Empire ten thousand years ago. Even today, some young ladies from ancient noble families and prominent Soul Master clans within the Heavenly Soul Empire still dress in this manner on more formal occasions.

Perhaps because they spent so much time together, Xu Zihuang didn't notice any significant changes in Ning Tian compared to before. But everyone else saw in Ning Tian the shadow of Ning Rongrong, one of the original Shrek Seven Devils and the Nine Treasures Douluo.

Especially her style of grooming and the elegant and noble air unique to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul.

"Junior Ning Tian, ​​you look beautiful today." Tang Ya smiled and looked at Ning Tian.

"That's how you leave a deep impression on Tianhuang, making him reluctant to leave you."

Ning Tian smiled sweetly, then looked up at Xu Zihuang. Noticing the dazed look in Xu Zihuang's eyes, although her expression didn't change much, a hint of joy rose in her heart.

Once she came to her senses, Xu Zihuang reached out her other hand and affectionately stroked Ning Tian's fair and smooth cheek, tucking a few stray strands of hair behind her ear.

"Xiaoya is right, you do look very beautiful today."

Ning Tian's pretty face flushed slightly, a blush that was three parts shyness and seven parts sweetness. Only when she realized that everyone was watching them with amused expressions did she suggest, "I've already had everything prepared. Senior Sister Xiaoya, Senior Brother Bei, Senior Sister Jiang, Senior Brother Xu, and Senior Brother He, let's go to the Nine Treasures Pavilion in the south of Shrek City first."

“Let’s go.” Beibei spoke first, then stretched out her right hand to Tang Ya, giving her a frantic hint.

Tang Ya gave Bei Bei a playful glare, but still stepped forward and took Bei Bei's right arm.

Beibei had a gentle smile on her face, but to Xu Sanshi, it seemed somewhat sarcastic.

Xu Sanshi rolled his eyes in annoyance, then seemed to realize something. His gloom vanished instantly, replaced by a pleading and humble look as he gazed at Jiang Nannan, like a lapdog yearning for its master's touch.

But Jiang Nannan was not about to give him a friendly look. She snorted and quickened her pace to follow behind Xu Zihuang and the other three, walking along the lakeside path towards the east gate of Shrek Academy.

In the end, only Xu Sanshi and the honest-looking He Caitou remained.

Xu Sanshi's height of over 1.9 meters and his robust physique made him look quite imposing, but he was still much smaller than He Caitou.

He Caitou's muscular physique was quite exaggerated, and his dark skin radiated a healthy glow. Although he was smiling憨憨地, his overall demeanor was much more composed than before.

As a food-type Soul Master, he recently obtained his fifth Soul Ring and advanced to Soul King. He then naturally became a Level 6 Soul Master and successfully created a Level 6 Soul Guidance Cannon.

Comparatively speaking, ranged attack soul tools of the same level are definitely less difficult to manufacture than melee soul tools. After all, ranged attack soul tools are larger, have a higher margin for error, and do not require as much precision in terms of parts and rare metal materials.

Regardless, He Caitou is a genuine Level 6 Soul Master. And he's only just turned seventeen.

Xu Sanshi reached out and patted He Caitou on the shoulder, sighing with regret.

"Caitou, they're all in pairs. It seems we're the only two brothers who are in the same boat."

"No, no, no, you're just having unrequited love. If Nan Nan had agreed to your request, would you still be here grieving with me?" He Caitou said disdainfully.

"Brother Bei said that you're the kind of person who'd stab your brothers in the back for a woman."

Xu Sanshi was still wondering why He Caitou was so quick-witted today, but he instantly became furious when he heard the next sentence.

You little rascal, always talking badly about me behind my back.

But on second thought, Beibei seems to be absolutely right.

If Nannan were to stab Beibei twice, she might agree to his proposal; it's not impossible.

……

In a luxurious private room inside the Nine Treasures Pavilion in the southern part of Shrek City.

Bathed in the soft glow of the soul-guiding lights, the crystal dining table was laden with dishes made from a variety of top-quality ingredients. Amidst the shimmering light, the guests chatted and laughed.

Ning Tian had previously invited Bei Bei and others to dine at this Nine Treasures Pavilion, and as the hostess, she took excellent care of them. Even Jiang Nannan didn't feel too constrained here.

During this time, several bottles of fruit wine made from rare and precious spiritual fruits were also opened, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.

Xu Zihuang used his chopsticks to pick up a slice of pink lobster meat spread on crushed ice. The thin slice of lobster meat was pink, crisp and refreshing, and melted in his mouth, turning into a sweet juice and the freshness of the sea as it slid into his stomach.

This is a soul beast that lives in the sea, the Peony Lobster. Its meat is tender and has a very good nourishing effect on the body of a soul master.

Peony lobster sashimi paired with a fragrant fruit wine has its own unique flavor.

Feeling the warm touch on his left arm and the sweet scent between his hair, Xu Zihuang subconsciously turned his head to the side.

Ning Tian sat close to him, his hazy, slightly tipsy blue eyes gleaming, and his rosy lips possessing an indescribable allure.

The two were already very close, and when Xu Zihuang turned slightly to the side, their cheeks almost touched.

A few strands of purple hair from Xu Zihuang's hair brushed against Ning Tian's cheek as she looked tender. The ambiguous atmosphere and the tingling sensation on her cheek caused Ning Tian's long eyelashes to flutter with moisture, and she couldn't help but part her red lips.

Xu Zihuang understood and moved closer, their breaths mingling.

Although the others couldn't see clearly because of the two people's hair, they all knew exactly what had happened.

Beibei's smile remained unchanged, and Tang Ya's expression was similar to Beibei's, but her dark eyes held a hint of shyness and teasing.

I never expected Ning Tian to be so bold!

He Caitou just chuckled and continued eating. The two who reacted the most were undoubtedly Jiang Nannan and Xu Sanshi.

Jiang Nannan's cheeks were flushed with shyness. Apart from the transaction with the Xuanming Sect, she had never had any intimate contact with other men since she was a child.

Xu Sanshi was simply envious, and couldn't help but secretly marvel at it.

"Tianhuang is really something. I wonder when Nannan and I will be able to pull off something like that."

As he thought this, his gaze couldn't help but shift to Jiang Nannan.

Jiang Nannan noticed some of Xu Sanshi's subtle actions, and her expression immediately turned cold, but she restrained herself from snorting out a cold snort.

"As expected of my favorite girl. Whether she's shy or angry, she's always so beautiful." However, Xu Sanshi took the opportunity to praise her.

As soon as he spoke, Ning Tian seemed to be stimulated and looked away from Xu Zihuang, his eyes darting around as he pursed his lips.

She didn't know why she had acted so frivolously in front of everyone. Maybe it was just the right atmosphere, or maybe it was a sudden whim.

The sweetness of the peony lobster and the fragrance of the fruit wine still lingered in her mouth, making her cheeks slightly flushed.

Xu Zihuang calmly picked up the crystal glass beside him and took a sip. The strange, teasing expressions of the crowd had no effect on him; his mind remained as still as water.

Everyone knows that today's main characters are Yu Tianhuang and Ning Tian. Moreover, Yu Tianhuang will be going to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy tomorrow to study, and he will be separated from Ning Tian for two and a half years. They will definitely have more time to spend alone together.