"Haah—"
Chen Yuan let out a yawn. Waiting for three hours straight was indeed a bit boring.
However, Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing were nearing the end of absorbing the immortal herbs. The auras around the two girls had risen to their peak before gradually settling down.
After a moment, Ning Rongrong, who had absorbed the immortal herb first, opened her eyes and exhaled softly. Her entire aura had transformed, exuding an air of nobility and grace, as if she were the embodiment of spiritual energy.
As soon as she saw Chen Yuan, Ning Rongrong stood up with a bright smile, unable to contain her excitement.
"Brother Chen Yuan, the medicinal power of this immortal herb is truly extraordinary. I've already reached level 30 soul power. From level 27 to level 30 in just a few hours—no one would believe it if I told them!"
Chen Yuan nodded with a smile, then added meaningfully, "The medicinal power of the immortal herb isn't just about increasing soul power. More importantly, it reshapes your foundation and enhances your innate talent. Check if your martial soul has changed. Also, the effects of the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda won't stop at just three levels. After you absorb your third soul ring, there will be another significant boost."
Hearing this, Ning Rongrong pondered for a moment, then summoned her martial soul. With a thought, a glazed pagoda appeared in her hand, and two yellow soul rings rose beneath her feet.
She stared intently at her martial soul, feeling that something was different. Then, her eyes widened in shock as she counted the layers of the pagoda.
"One, two, three, four… eight, nine! Nine layers! My martial soul has evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda!"
Overwhelmed with joy, Ning Rongrong couldn't believe what she was seeing. As the daughter of Ning Fengzhi, she knew exactly what this meant. Countless ancestors had strived for this goal but never achieved it. Today, she had accomplished it. The Seven Treasure Glazed Sect could now aspire to become the Nine Treasure Glazed Sect.
She retracted her martial soul and turned to Chen Yuan. First, she walked, then ran, and finally threw herself into his arms. Her voice trembled with excitement.
"Brother Chen Yuan, I'm so thrilled! Now that the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda has become the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda, it holds immense significance not just for me, but for the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Sect."
Chen Yuan remained calm despite her embrace. If it weren't for certain restrictions, he might have taken advantage of the situation, as Ning Rongrong likely wouldn't have refused.
With a gentle smile, he patted her head and encouraged her, "The original Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda was already the top support-type martial soul on the continent. Now that you have the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda, you'll surely surpass Sect Leader Ning and become the greatest support-type soul master on the continent. From now on, you must focus on your cultivation. In the future, you might even become a Titled Douluo."
Ning Rongrong nodded firmly. Previously, no matter how fast or slow she cultivated, she could only reach level 79 and become a Soul Sage. But now, she had the chance to become a Titled Douluo. It would be a waste not to seize this heaven-sent opportunity.
At this moment, Zhu Zhuqing also woke up. She had undergone noticeable changes as well. Her skin was even fairer, so delicate it seemed as if it could be pinched and water would seep out. Her refined features carried an aloofness that kept others at a distance, like an ethereal spirit under the moonlight—mysterious and solitary.
However, when her eyes met Chen Yuan's, a deep sense of gratitude shone through, as if a celestial being had been moved by mortal emotions. The once-static ink painting had come to life.
Zhu Zhuqing bit her lower lip and stood quietly to the side, watching Chen Yuan and Ning Rongrong without saying a word.
It was Chen Yuan who noticed her awakening and asked, "Zhuqing, how do you feel? You must have reached level 30 soul power too, right? But the effects of the Jade Muscle Bone Immortal Herb aren't limited to that. After you absorb your third soul ring, there should be another significant boost."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded with a smile. She also felt that her body had undergone changes. Not only was it unprecedentedly light, but her soul power circulation speed had increased several times over. Her future cultivation would undoubtedly be much more efficient.
"Yes, I've reached level 30 soul power, but I feel like I'm not just at level 30. My body feels incredibly light, and my speed has greatly improved. Even my soul power circulation speed has increased significantly. My cultivation will be much faster from now on."
Chen Yuan wasn't surprised. These immortal herbs were most effective when used at lower levels to solidify one's foundation. From now until she reached the Soul Sage level, Zhu Zhuqing would continue to benefit from the herb's nourishing effects. However, once she reached the Soul Douluo or Titled Douluo levels, her foundation would be fixed, and further improvements would be much harder to achieve.
He then said, "Both Rongrong and Zhuqing have reached level 30 soul power. Tomorrow, I'll take you both to hunt soul beasts. With my strength, hunting thousand-year soul beasts will be more than enough."
At this, Ning Rongrong's eyes sparkled. She released Chen Yuan and said, "Brother Chen Yuan, you can take Zhuqing to hunt soul beasts. My martial soul has evolved from the Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda to the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda. I need to return to the sect immediately and inform my father of this news."
Chen Yuan was momentarily stunned, then asked with a meaningful look, "Rongrong, if you're returning to the sect now, do you need me to accompany you?"
He wondered if Ning Rongrong would complain about him once she returned. Given her current level of trust in him, she probably wouldn't do something like that.
Although his strength had improved significantly, with soul ring configurations of yellow, purple, purple, and black, and various techniques that allowed him to contend with Soul Sages, he still didn't want Sword Douluo coming after him.
Ning Rongrong quickly shook her head and explained, "Brother Chen Yuan, you don't need to accompany me this time. I have other matters to attend to. Originally, it wasn't urgent, but now that my martial soul has evolved, I must return to the sect. I might as well take care of everything at once."
"Your talent is too exceptional to waste time on other matters. I plan to find Tang San and buy his hidden weapons. I'll bring my father, Sword Grandpa, and Bone Grandpa with me. No matter what background Tang San has, he must sell those hidden weapons to us."
"With a large number of hidden weapons, the overall strength of our Seven Treasure Glazed Sect will increase significantly. So, Tang San cannot be let off easily."
"During this time, I've left my good sister with you, Brother Chen Yuan. You mustn't bully her."
Chen Yuan finally understood. Ning Rongrong was planning to confront Tang San. It made sense. Hidden weapons that didn't require soul power and could ignore level differences were incredibly tempting for the Seven Treasure Glazed Sect.
Since it had nothing to do with him, he decided not to get involved. Facing the Seven Treasure Glazed Sect, Tang San would have to figure things out on his own. The thought of it was quite amusing.
Chen Yuan casually replied, "Then go ahead and return. As long as you explain the situation to Sect Leader Ning, I'm sure he'll handle it appropriately. Zhuqing and I will continue cultivating at the academy. You know me—I won't bully Zhuqing."
Ning Rongrong looked at Chen Yuan. In truth, she regretted running away from home. If she hadn't left, Chen Yuan would have remained hers alone.
But now, Chen Yuan was becoming more and more outstanding, more and more enigmatic. She feared that if she let her guard down even slightly, he would become unattainable, someone she could no longer reach.
(End of Chapter)
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