Lu Mingfei starts from Douluo.

Yes, Avalanche is in a complete panic right now.

For the past ten years or so, he had believed that his two older brothers had died at the hands of Xue Qinghe. In order to survive, he pretended to be a playboy to lull Xue Qinghe into a false sense of security. But now that even Xue Qinghe himself has been poisoned, it means that those things may not have been done by Xue Qinghe. Who else in the entire Tiandou Empire could it be but Xue Qinghe?

Of course, it was Prince Xue Xing who supported him in challenging Xue Qinghe to a duel and had a close personal relationship with Poison Douluo.

If all these things were attributed to Xue Xing, it would be perfectly reasonable and chilling.

Now he has become the last stumbling block for Prince Snowstar before he ascends the throne.

If it weren't for Dugu Bo, his father would have already sent a large force to imprison Prince Xuexing in his mansion and never let him out again.

In order to successfully inherit the throne and survive in the future, he must win over the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and of course, he cannot miss out on Lu Mingfei and the Haotian School.

Cast a wide net to catch more fish; it just so happens that Xueye played the bad cop, and he'll play the good cop.

"I've come at the invitation of Sect Leader Ning," Lu Mingfei replied truthfully.

“Me too. It seems Sect Leader Ning has something to discuss with me.” Xue Beng nodded.

The two went up to the top floor together and soon saw Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo.

"Greetings, Sect Master Ning, and Your Excellency Sword Douluo." Xue Beng bowed respectfully.

"Greetings, Sect Master Ning and Senior Sword Douluo," Lu Mingfei said in return.

"You're all here, please take your seats." Ning Fengzhi stood up and nodded with a smile.

Today's arrangement was actually put together by Ning Fengzhi at the invitation of Emperor Xue Ye for Xue Beng, hoping that Lu Mingfei would leave a way out for the Tian Dou royal family out of consideration for Xue Qinghe.

"Mingfei, I heard from Uncle Gu that your final match with that Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall was unprecedented. It's a real pity I couldn't witness it in person," Ning Fengzhi said with a smile.

"Sect Leader Ning, you flatter me." Lu Mingfei shook his head.

“Even the Pope said so, how could it be false?” Ning Fengzhi smiled broadly today, like a kind elder.

“That’s right, Mingfei, you truly deserve the title of the number one genius on the continent,” Xue Beng chimed in from the side.

Lu Mingfei is now immune to such flattery, but he came today to ask the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School for a favor, so he doesn't want to embarrass them.

"Actually, the reason for this dinner is that Xue Beng wants to apologize to you. You should know how precarious the situation of the Tian Dou royal family is. Over the years, he has kept a low profile and disguised himself as a playboy. His previous rudeness to you was all a misunderstanding." Ning Fengzhi finally revealed the purpose of tonight's dinner.

Avalanche quickly stood up, holding the wine in both hands: "Mingfei, I apologize to you for all the ridiculous things I've done over the years. I've already apologized to Li Lan and the others in person, so please forgive me now."

Lu Mingfei suddenly felt like laughing. Xue Beng's acting was much better than Xue Qinghe's back then.

"Your Highness Xue Beng is too kind. That's all in the past." Lu Mingfei didn't care at all. In fact, he had never suffered any loss at Xue Beng's hands. Xue Beng's current attitude was clearly imitating Xue Qinghe. He was just pretending to be an elephant with a pig's nose sticking out of his nose!

“Alright, since that’s the case, it’s good to talk things out.” Ning Fengzhi, acting as the mediator for today, spoke up. Lu Mingfei’s willingness to reconcile now not only forgives Xue Beng’s previous antics, but also means that the Heavenly Dou Empire has wiped the slate clean of the ambush by Haotian Sect a few days ago.

However, Lu Mingfei didn't take it seriously. Based on his understanding of Xue Qinghe, he figured that even if Xue Qinghe were still alive, he would probably remain neutral. At that time, he might still feel uncomfortable, but now, it didn't matter.

Just like he wouldn't care how many beatings the neighbor's brat got in a day.

He knew very well what Xue Beng was thinking today; he was simply trying to win people over by using Xue Qinghe's name.

However, he really wanted to ask Xue Beng, "Even Xue Qinghe has kicked the bucket, where do you get the confidence to survive to the end? Just from your name, I know the Heavenly Dou Empire is doomed sooner or later."

After exchanging pleasantries, Lu Mingfei was finally able to get down to business: "Sect Leader Ning, there's actually another matter I'd like to ask for your help with today."

Ning Fengzhi raised an eyebrow. This was the first time Lu Mingfei had asked them for a favor: "Oh, whatever it is, as long as it is within the power of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, we will definitely do our best to help."

Lu Mingfei chuckled lightly: "Actually, it's nothing. I plan to travel across the continent in a few days and would like to ask Sect Master Ning if there are any wonders, scenic spots, or unusual places on the continent. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has extensive business experience and knowledge, so I hope you can give me some pointers."

"I see." Ning Fengzhi understood Lu Mingfei's thoughts quite well. When he was young, he also liked to travel around the continent and appreciate the scenery of various places.

Moreover, he understood why Lu Mingfei wanted to leave at this time. The matter of the Haotian Sect was not over yet. If they stayed in Tiandou City any longer, they would be unable to withstand several title battles. It was better to leave as soon as possible and wait until they had the ability to protect themselves.

“Perfect timing. When I was young, I was just like you. I even collected some relevant information. I’ll have someone send you a copy later.” Ning Fengzhi nodded.

"Then thank you, Sect Leader Ning," Lu Mingfei said.

However, Avalanche, who was standing to the side, was a little unhappy upon hearing this. If Lu Ming insisted on leaving, how would he build relationships? But he had neither the guts nor the reason to stop him.

The dinner ended well, with both hosts and guests enjoying themselves. Ning Fengzhi discerned Lu Mingfei's attitude, and Lu Mingfei obtained what he wanted.

That very evening, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School delivered the item to him, and Lu Mingfei examined it throughout the night.

The next morning, he took Zhu Zhuqing with him, and set off out of the Tiandou City gate in the carriage he had bought in advance.

Zhu Zhuqing has been away from Xingluo for several years, and now that Davis has made a promise, she can naturally return home openly and legitimately.

As for Lu Mingfei, it was because he took advantage of someone else—oops, it was because he was going to visit some tourist attractions in Xingluo on the way, and he also took the opportunity to ask Davis if he knew where Haotian Sect was.

Chapter 207 respectively

Lu Mingfei didn't really have much experience with traveling. Back in that coastal city, he always spent his holidays in internet cafes.

Compared to going out under the scorching sun and rushing around like a mule, it's much more comfortable to sit in an internet cafe and order a bowl of instant noodles with sausage and a nutritional drink.

Two years ago, he claimed to be traveling across the mainland, but in reality, he found a secluded town to live in and would go to the wilderness to cultivate whenever he had free time.

The plan was the same this time, except I added a check-in task. As for now, although there was a slight mishap, it's nothing, since it was on the way anyway.

"Mingfei, thank you." Zhu Zhuqing tucked her hair behind her ear and leaned against the carriage, her eyes slightly narrowed. A gentle breeze brushed her cheek, and a lazy, innocent smile, like that of a kitten, appeared on her face.

However, Lu Mingfei did not turn around, but focused on doing his job as a driver, occasionally humming a little tune.

The sky was a perfect blue, the sun was shining brightly, and the breeze was gentle; everything seemed just right.

After a thousand miles of escorting someone, we must eventually part ways. In a month, Lu Mingfei had accompanied him for thousands of miles, finally delivering him safely to the gates of Xingluo City, a megacity that was clearly even more prosperous than Tiandou City.

Watching Zhu Zhuqing's figure disappear into the crowd of Xingluo City, Lu Mingfei silently breathed a sigh of relief. Instead of going into Xingluo City to stroll around, he chose to turn around and leave directly.

Unbeknownst to Lu Mingfei, Zhu Zhuqing had already climbed the city wall of Xingluo City, gazing at Lu Mingfei's departing figure with a look of melancholy mixed with a hint of determination.

That warm hug was a bold accident, and the journey was like a wonderful dream, one that she would cherish for a long time.

But one cannot remain immersed in dreams forever.

Zhu Zhuqing walked down the city wall, her eyes filled with determination. After waking up from the dream, it wasn't shattered, but reality.

This freedom was won for her by Lu Mingfei, and she couldn't and wouldn't let him down. One day when they met again, she would tell her that she was no longer that little girl who only knew how to cry, and that she shouldn't touch her head so casually next time.

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"Have I forgotten something?"

Lu Mingfei's carriage traveled along the flat mountain road. He scratched his head, not thinking much about it. Anyway, anything he could forget couldn't be anything important.

He didn't go into the city. Anyway, Xingluo City and Tiandou City were not much different. There would be a lot of trouble in the city, so he might as well find a quiet place.

Thinking of this, he flipped through the strategy guide Ning Fengzhi had given him again. He had to admit that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was indeed very good at gathering intelligence; this strategy guide was much more detailed than the so-called continental map.

It covers everything from folk tales and anecdotes to unofficial histories, and even marks many relics left over from the previous civilization, making Lu Mingfei quite eager to learn more.

However, he also knew that his strength was clearly not yet secure. For example, on Seagod Island, mentioned above, even a Title Douluo from the Spirit Hall could perish there.

Who knows how many secrets and dangers are hidden in this Douluo Continent? I should find a place to level up first, at least to the Soul Saint realm, so that I have enough power to protect myself before exploring side quests. As for the rest, I can take it slow.

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Three hundred miles east of Tiandou City, surrounded by mountains, lies the Haotian Sect. No one would imagine that the once number one sect on the continent is now huddled on this small hilltop, with a simple fortress built entirely of stone serving as its current headquarters.

At this moment, in the sect's council hall, five elderly men with white hair and eyebrows gathered together, creating a somber atmosphere.

They are the only five remaining elders of the Haotian Sect, each of whom has reached the level of a Title Douluo. They usually gather here together, but today everyone's brows are furrowed.

Although the Haotian Sect was closed, its secret networks continued to operate covertly in various places, with Yuexuan serving as their intelligence gathering center.

The elders also had their own private informants, and the events that happened in Martial Soul City were undoubtedly reported to them immediately.

That idiot Tang Hao actually took himself and that beast's son to Wuhun City to participate in some bullshit Soul Master Tournament. He was practically walking into a trap.

More importantly, this fool was exposed, and their current sect leader, Tang Xiao, actually came down the mountain ahead of time, revealing the Clear Sky Hammer and saving him.

The Spirit Hall's retaliation is likely imminent.

Although they dare not attack the sect, as long as they can cut off their supply lines from the outside, the Haotian Sect will inevitably have to go through a difficult period again.

And with such a huge incident, Tang Xiao, the sect leader, has yet to return, treating the entire Haotian Sect like a child's game.

Although the funds Tang Hao has recovered from the sect in recent years have made their lives much easier, it is nothing compared to his past sins.

They've come here today to demand an explanation. For the sake of Tang Hao, they've disregarded the entire sect—it's outrageous!

Tang Xiao's figure slowly appeared at the entrance of the hall. After briefly teaching Tang San how to use the Great Sumeru Hammer left by Tang Hao, he sent Tang San into the City of Slaughter and returned to the Clear Sky Sect as soon as possible.

The crime has been committed and cannot be undone; he can only try his best to make amends.

"Hmph, the sect leader still knows to come back?" The Seventh Elder sneered. He only felt deep hatred for Tang Hao. If it weren't for Tang Hao fighting to the death with the Spirit Hall for that monstrous soul beast, his eldest son would not have died in the Spirit Hall's ambush.

As for the other elders, although they didn't say anything, they were clearly very dissatisfied with Tang Xiao's unauthorized departure from the mountain.

However, to everyone's surprise, Tang Xiao walked in through the door without saying a word and suddenly knelt down in front of several elders.

All the elders gasped in shock, for even when they forced Tang Xiao to abdicate, he had never knelt.

The Second Elder, sitting at the head of the right, frowned and said in a deep voice, "If you want to plead for Tang Hao and that bastard again, then there's no need to say anything. We will not agree. For now, we should deal with the Spirit Hall first."

"No, I'm not here for Hao Di and Xiao San's matter. I'm here today to apologize to the ancestors of my Haotian Sect." Tang Xiao's tall body bent down and kowtowed heavily.

"Xiao'er, what exactly happened?"

Tang Xiao's solemn apology made them realize that this matter was definitely extraordinary.

At this point, Tang Xiao had nothing more to hide and told the whole story: "This trip was actually entrusted by Brother Hao to intercept someone coming down the mountain."

"Who?" The elders were surprised to find that someone even Tang Hao was not confident of killing could be asked to join in the fight. Could it be the Pope of the Spirit Hall?

Tang Xiao shook his head and slowly said, as if resigned to his fate, "Lu Mingfei, the person Brother Hao asked me to ambush and kill is that Lu Mingfei."

Chapter 208 Haotian Sect

"Lu Mingfei? Which Title Douluo is that?"

All the elders wore expressions of confusion. In their memory, there shouldn't be any titled Douluo on the continent with that name.

Could it be some newly bestowed title?

But what new title could make Tang Hao and Tang Xiao take it so seriously?

Although Tang Hao was indeed a disappointment for having an affair with a soul beast, his strength was undeniable; otherwise, the title of Haotian Douluo would not have been bestowed upon him.

“It’s not a title; he’s the champion of this year’s Soul Master Competition,” Tang Xiao sighed and shook his head.

The Soul Master Tournament? As titled elders, they naturally didn't care about such a competition for juniors, and the so-called number one genius on the continent was even less of a concern to them.

However, Tang Xiao's reminder did bring back some memories for them. They recalled the young Soul Master who defeated the Angel Soul Saintess in Wuhun City, who was said to be the number one genius on the continent.

"That wretched boy Tang Hao is getting worse and worse. He even needs to call for help to kill a child." The Seventh Elder continued to belittle Tang Hao. Which sect or soul master family hasn't done something like ambush and kill a genius? But what's shameful is that he, a titled Douluo with the Clear Sky Hammer, actually needs to call for help. He really is a piece of trash.

"Seventh Elder, shut up and let Xiao'er finish." Second Elder Tang Mei glared at Seventh Elder: "Xiao'er, continue."

"After I rescued Haodi from Wuhun City that day, news came that the Wuhun Hall was recruiting Lu Mingfei with the future position of Pope. Haodi and I continued to prepare the attack plan, persuaded the Heaven Dou Royal Family and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to remain neutral, and finally made our move near Heaven Dou City."

Tang Xiao's words contained both truth and falsehood; he concealed the reason why Tang San was involved.

"But..." Tang Xiao gritted his teeth as he said this, and hesitated for a while before continuing, "But we failed. Brother Hao was already seriously injured and had not yet recovered. He died in this attack."

Upon hearing the news of Tang Hao's death, the elders exchanged glances and fell silent. Although the Seventh Elder wanted to applaud, he wasn't stupid. Even if Tang Xiao and Tang Hao couldn't win, how could they not escape? The power behind Lu Mingfei must be very formidable!

Their Haotian Sect is in deep trouble!

"Damn it, that wicked Tang Hao has brought disaster to the sect again." Another elder couldn't help but curse angrily.

"Xiao'er, who exactly is behind Lu Mingfei?" The Second Elder with long eyebrows looked at Tang Xiao and asked sternly.

The fact that they were able to severely injure and kill Tang Hao means that the opponent has at least two Super Douluo, or even more. Although their Clear Sky Sect currently has six titles, don't forget that the Spirit Hall is still watching them covetously.

However, Tang Xiao simply shook his head, his eyes filled with an indescribable weariness: "There's no one, only Lu Mingfei."

"What are you talking about!" the Seventh Elder roared in fury.

The other elders also stared wide-eyed in disbelief, as if they had heard the most incredible joke in the world.

A teenager killed Tang Hao in a joint attack by Tang Hao and Tang Xiao?

This is even more absurd than them going down the mountain tomorrow to kill Qian Daoliu!

Tang Xiao looked at the five elders with unbearable pain, as if he had used up all his strength: "I'm not joking. He only used one soul skill to wipe out the patriarchs of the four single-attribute sects. That Lu Mingfei's martial soul is the Dragon God Martial Soul, which far surpasses the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon True Dragon Martial Soul."

"What's most terrifying is that his flight speed is probably faster than Qian Daoliu's, and he can also manipulate metal at will to create divine weapons. Even the most ordinary refined iron can kill a titled Douluo."

"Haodi destroyed four ten-thousand-year soul rings, wanting to use the Great Sumeru Hammer to deliver a final blow and perish together with him, but he didn't even have time to swing it before his arm was cut off by his sword."