Yue Guan continued to browse calmly. After the Qirong Tongtian Chrysanthemum, he saw other Immortal Grade treasures he was more familiar with, such as the Lovesick Heartbreak Red and the Phoenix Crest Cockscomb.
Their descriptions and effects were similar to what he knew.
At this point, Yue Guan was basically certain that the heavenly treasures recorded in the book were likely real, because Li Qing couldn't possibly know which heavenly treasures he was familiar with, could he?
Although the price was a bit high, getting detailed information on a hundred types of heavenly treasures wasn't too much of a loss.
Before, he only knew about ten types of plant-based heavenly treasures, and finding them was too difficult. Now, the probability had increased by nearly tenfold.
"Hmm?"
Qiluo Tulip: Graceful and noble. After consumption, it can absorb the essence of heaven and earth and the radiance of the sun and moon. It is suitable for gem-type Martial Souls and can compensate for the deficiencies of gem-type Martial Souls...
When Ning Fengzhi saw the words "can compensate for the deficiencies of gem-type Martial Souls," his gaze could no longer move an inch.
Isn't the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda a gem-type Martial Soul? If they could find the Qiluo Tulip, would they be able to break the barrier of not being able to break through to Soul Saint?
He suddenly looked at Li Qing: "This Qiluo Tulip..."
"If you can find the Qiluo Tulip, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda will likely evolve. Evolution is inherently about making the Martial Soul more perfect, so it should be able to compensate for the deficiency of not being able to break through to Soul Saint."
Although Li Qing knew the effect, he didn't speak too definitively, otherwise it would be too fake.
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi became extremely excited. Sword Douluo on the side also had excitement on his face, as if the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda was about to evolve immediately.
"The transaction is complete, I'll take my leave!"
Yue Guan quickly flipped through the book. After confirming there were no issues, he put it away and prepared to leave.
At this moment, Sword Douluo said loudly: "Senior Dugu Bo, I wish to discuss the mysteries of the Titled Douluo realm with you. Is it convenient for me to stay at your manor for a few days?"
He was naturally saying this for Yue Guan to hear, and also expressing his stance.
We of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will protect Li Qing. If Spirit Hall insists on going their own way, feel free to try, and see how much you will have to pay.
"Hahaha... Of course, it's not inconvenient."
Dugu Bo also understood the hidden meaning in Sword Douluo's words. He laughed heartily and shouted loudly in Yue Guan's direction, as if afraid he would walk too far to hear.
Li Qing fell into thought.
Even if Dugu Bo's deterrent power far surpassed ordinary Titled Douluo, he was ultimately just one person. Trying to rely on him alone to deter Spirit Hall was indeed a bit difficult.
Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin's goodwill was obvious. Should I try to win them over?
In the original work, Ning Fengzhi was a very pure businessman, and businessmen have a common problem: they are only after profit, and they consider risk and cost in everything they do.
Giving him the Qiluo Tulip might earn his friendship, but it's hard to say how far this friendship can go.
However, even just a superficial alliance should increase some deterrent power. If Bi Bi Dong wants to kill him again, she would have to mobilize the enshriners of the Enshriner Hall.
Not to mention whether Qian Daoliu, who has long since become complacent, would agree.
Bi Bi Dong would absolutely not go and beg Qian Daoliu, not even just speak to him normally, because destroying Spirit Hall and the Qian family was her biggest motivation.
She regarded the Qian family as her greatest enemy, so how could she bow her head to the Qian family?
However, I still need to ask Senior Dugu Bo about Ning Fengzhi's character. After all, this is a real world, and who knows if Ning Fengzhi's character is really as described in the book.
"Everyone, I will head back now."
Yue Guan and Ning Fengzhi and the others did not question him. Ao De Biao naturally wouldn't jump out to cause trouble. He put away the book, gave a slight bow, and prepared to leave.
Li Qing returned the bow and said, "Count Ao De Biao, take care."
Ning Fengzhi and the others also either returned the bow or nodded in acknowledgment. Then, Ao De Biao didn't say much more and left directly, because he was already impatient to go back and have someone search for heavenly treasures.
...
"What happened?"
Ghost Douluo saw that Yue Guan had failed to lure Dugu Bo away and knew he had failed, but he still couldn't help but ask after appearing.
"Alas!"
Yue Guan sighed and said helplessly, "That little fellow is sly and saw through our plan at a glance. Now that they are alerted, it will be difficult to succeed again."
"Moreover, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School intends to protect that little fellow. This matter needs to be discussed in the long term."
"Let's go back first. We'll see what His Holiness the Pope says about how to proceed. If we really have to use force, she has to give the order, otherwise our small bodies can't bear this responsibility."
Ghost Douluo nodded and couldn't help but ask again, "What about the Martial Soul evolution method?"
Yue Guan said, "It's not as mysterious as we imagined, but overall, it's not a loss. It just depends on luck whether we can find the heavenly treasures needed for evolution."
"Alright."
Ghost Douluo stopped talking upon hearing this.
...
After leaving the auction house, Li Qing and Ning Fengzhi and the others took their respective carriages to the Dugu Manor. Yu Yuanzhen didn't feel comfortable following along.
"Senior Dugu Bo, what do you think of Sect Master Ning?"
Dugu Bo hesitated and said, "He might not be reliable in other matters, but there's no problem when it comes to targeting Spirit Hall, because he also understands the principle of interdependence."
He had read the "Heavenly Treasures" written by Li Qing and knew the effects of many heavenly treasures in that treasure land.
He had just heard in the room that the Qiluo Tulip would likely help the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda evolve, so Li Qing's purpose in asking about Ning Fengzhi's character was very clear.
Li Qing nodded. Since that was the case, there was nothing more to say.
Upon returning to the Dugu Family, Dugu Bo ordered someone to prepare a banquet, and then took Ning Fengzhi and the others to the reception hall to drink tea and chat. Li Qing was not in a hurry to give a gift.
Because Qian Renxue, that double agent, was still there.
Li Qing had thought about directly eliminating her, but he was worried about causing a strong backlash from Spirit Hall. After all, if Spirit Hall was determined to kill him, it wouldn't be difficult.
So, it's better to develop cautiously.
Only when he is strong enough can he fear no threat. Before that, causing less trouble and developing in peace is the way to go. There's no need to create unnecessary complications.
As the Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe naturally couldn't stay in the Dugu Manor for long and left after lunch.
After he left, Li Qing took out a jade box from his storage soul tool and handed it to Ning Fengzhi: "Sect Master Ning, thank you all for your help today. This small gift is a token of my appreciation."
"Young friend, you are too kind. Spirit Hall has always been overbearing, and they are powerful. If we don't unite, how can we survive?"
Ning Fengzhi didn't know what was in the jade box, so he waved his hand, intending to refuse. Moreover, favors are most valuable when they are owed.
Li Qing smiled and said, "Sect Master Ning, why don't you open it and see first?"
"Hmm?"
Ning Fengzhi suddenly seemed to realize something and looked at the jade box abruptly, his eyes flashing with brilliant light. He was so excited that his body trembled slightly.