As a divine inheritor, the sect master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and a 98th-level super Douluo, Ning Fengzhi had no need to flatter Tang Xiao.
His soul power level even surpassed Tang Xiao's 97th level, making him a senior figure in the soul master world.
The purpose of praising Tang Xiao was more about needing his combat strength.
Even if Ning Fengzhi didn't bring it up, Tang Xiao would still lend a hand in the face of the sect's destruction, even if the Seven Treasure… Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect hadn't assisted the Clear Sky Sect in the past.
Everyone loves to hear good words.
Tang Xiao was very pleased with Ning Fengzhi's flattery.
As long as he, the sect's top combatant, hadn't fallen, the Clear Sky Sect wouldn't be destroyed.
"If Sect Master Tang Xiao is willing, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is willing to fund the reconstruction of your sect…"
Before Ning Fengzhi could finish, Tang Xiao waved his hand, understanding Ning Fengzhi's intention.
This was an open scheme, and he was happy to accept it, but now wasn't the right time.
The Clear Sky Sect had no one left, only a few slightly talented children who still needed time to grow.
"Thank you for your kind offer, Sect Master Ning, but now is not the time."
Tang Xiao didn't refuse but planned to delay the matter, as it would be useful someday.
Chen Xin and Gu Rong stood by without speaking. Naturally, they didn't want the Clear Sky Sect to recover; it would be best if it died off completely.
But the Clear Sky Sect couldn't really die!
If they rebuilt, they could serve as a shield against external enemies.
Major forces should compete and trip each other up when necessary.
"Sect Master Tang Xiao, my offer stands at any time. As long as you speak, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will spare no effort to help rebuild the Clear Sky Sect."
Ning Fengzhi gave Tang Xiao a reassurance. At their level, promises made would definitely be fulfilled, as their words and actions were recorded by the heavens.
Breaking an oath could lead to stagnation in cultivation or even death.
Even if they wanted to trip each other up, they had to fulfill their oaths first.
Hearing this, Tang Xiao nodded, acknowledging the favor.
Since he had accepted the favor, he would go all out in the upcoming battle.
Chen Xin and Gu Rong didn't express any stance. In front of outsiders, they always deferred to the sect master and couldn't disrespect Ning Fengzhi.
What they discussed privately was irrelevant.
Moreover, Ning Fengzhi's decisions were rarely wrong.
Even if they were, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had the capital to make mistakes.
Time passed, and several days went by in the blink of an eye.
Spirit City, Pope's Hall.
Compared to before, a few old faces were missing, but several new ones had appeared.
"The Holy Dragon Sect is willing to take the vanguard!"
The sect master of the Holy Dragon Sect, with the help of the Spirit Hall, had successfully broken through to the Title Douluo level. Now, he was in high spirits, much to the annoyance of Huyan Zhen beside him.
In the previous sect-destroying battle, his Elephant Armored Sect had contributed the most, but it was the Holy Dragon Sect's master who had broken through to Title Douluo. How could he accept this?
Hearing this, Bibi Dong scanned the room and, seeing no objections, nodded.
"Approved!"
If anyone had observed Bibi Dong closely, they would have noticed her absent-mindedness, as if her thoughts were elsewhere.
Indeed, most of Bibi Dong's strength and focus were on the ninth trial. At this moment, she was somewhat distracted.
She didn't know what was going on. With her current talent, she should have been able to inherit the godhood, but the Rakshasa God had encountered some issues and hadn't allowed her to fuse with the godhood yet.
Her body had already transformed into a divine body, and her spirit into divine consciousness. All she lacked was the conversion of divine power and the godhood.
Now, Bibi Dong had entered the semi-divine realm and had come a long way, not far from the quasi-divine level.
"This battle must settle things with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Which of the elders are willing to take action?"
The previous failure wasn't just due to the Body Sect's intervention but also an underestimation of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's top combatants, which led to the loss.
To ensure success this time, the forces deployed couldn't be the same as before.
The deities exchanged glances, and the Fifth Elder, Glowing Feather Douluo, stepped forward first.
"I'll go!"
The previous failure had left the Fifth Elder deeply resentful. This time, he would surely redeem himself!
Despite Glowing Feather's youthful appearance, there were only a handful older than him in the room.
Flowing Demon and Fifteen Ton exchanged glances and nodded.
"We brothers will also go."
Flowing Demon Douluo spoke with utmost solemnity.
Seeing this, Bibi Dong frowned slightly, displeased.
"You all should know that without stronger forces joining, this mission is likely to fail."
"The sect-destroying battle can fail; the Spirit Hall has the capital to fail."
"But have you considered that if we don't quickly destroy the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and eliminate these obstacles, that person's days in the Heaven Dou Empire will be prolonged indefinitely."
"According to the information we've received, Ning Fengzhi has inherited a divine legacy and is a divine inheritor. If he becomes a god first…"
At this point, Bibi Dong didn't continue. These words were enough, and she believed these old fellows would make the right choice.
Sure enough, the Second Elder, Third Elder, and even the Fourth Elder's expressions changed, their eyes filled with killing intent.
Divine inheritance, they were all too familiar with it.
They absolutely couldn't let Ning Fengzhi succeed; they had to nip it in the bud!
Even if they didn't kill Ning Fengzhi, they had to ensure Qian Renxue smoothly inherited the legacy and became a god first!
"Everyone, Ning Fengzhi is already at the 98th level…"
Seeing that these old fellows still hadn't spoken, Bibi Dong dropped another bombshell.
When Bibi Dong learned this news, she was stunned.
As a semi-divine powerhouse, she naturally understood how difficult it was for a Title Douluo to advance each level.
Yet Ning Fengzhi had broken through to the 98th level in such a short time…
It was simply unimaginable.
If nothing unexpected had happened, she would have already become a god by now and wouldn't need these old fellows to deal with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Hearing this, only the First Worship, Qian Daoliu, fell silent, a strange glint in his eyes, and his fists clenched involuntarily.
The Angel God had already died, a fact known only to him and Zhongli.
Qian Daoliu actually hoped Qian Renxue would inherit the Angel Godhood later, which was why he hadn't spoken up, neither supporting nor opposing.
Qian Daoliu knew this, but Golden Crocodile and the others didn't.
"I'm willing to go!"
Golden Crocodile and the others exchanged glances and spoke in unison.
With Golden Crocodile and the others willing to act, Bibi Dong finally breathed a sigh of relief.