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--- Chapter 60 ---
Two weeks later!
Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo arrived at Dugu Mansion's front gate.
"That boy is really testing our limits." Bone Douluo said helplessly.
Ning Fengzhi smiled, "He's a fox, young, but still a fox."
"He knew I was planning to make things even but to think he'd pull Poison Douluo into the Dao Academy so quickly."
"I don't know what deal he made with Dugu Bo."
"Should we enter?" Bone Douluo stared at the mansion with a frown. He didn't like to enter the other's territory when that person was known for his deadly poison.
Dugu Bo suddenly arrived with a green flash. His sheer presence made Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo frown in their hearts.
This old poison, he has become stronger!
'His appearance also changed drastically.' Ning Fengzhi thought because Dugu Bo no longer had his iconic green hair and eyes.
This Dugu Bo looked much better, rivaling their clan's Sword Douluo in appearance.
Bone Douluo squinted his eyes slightly, 'This guy has broken through by one, no, two levels.'
'He almost reached my level...'
Bone Douluo is level 94 Title Douluo. Even then, he wasn't confident fighting Dugu Bo because this man is notorious for his poison.
He'd win for sure. But what would he do if Dugu Bo decided to poison him to his very bone?
Dugu Bo noticed their surprised gaze and smugly said, "Surprised? Hehe, you will even be surprised later."
"Let's cut to the chase and follow me in."
"Young Master has waited for you inside."
"Young Master?" 2x.
Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo were confused by Dugu Bo's words. Even then, they still followed him into the mansion.
After walking for a few seconds, they arrived at the guest hall and saw Han Yuan writing on a scroll.
Han Yuan checked the scroll and nodded, "Not bad."
"Oh, Uncle Ning, Senior Bone, you're finally here."
"I'm sorry for not being able to receive you personally..."
Like I'd believe you? Ning Fengzhi held himself from rolling his eyes as this boy became unreadable. He wasn't dumb and knew there was a powerful intention to send Dugu Bo to fetch them.
It means Han Yuan could order a Title Douluo!
How long has it been? Two weeks?
Two weeks ago, Han Yuan was a talented junior in their eyes. Yet, he quickly raised a rank to their level by somehow subduing the eccentric Dugu Bo to his side.
If one word could describe Han Yuan, then it would be Shocking.
"Xiao Yuan, you're really something." Ning Fengzhi said with a sigh.
Han Yuan smiled cluelessly, "What are you implying, Uncle Ning? I didn't do anything special."
"Senior Dugu decided to follow me because I helped him."
"You can ask him."
"Young Master is right." Dugu Bo nodded. "Not only did Young Master help me, but he also helped the Dugu Family survive a disaster, though I won't share what it was."
"At the moment, my Dugu Family has allied with the Dao Academy and become the Guardian of it."
"You did all that in two weeks..." Ning Fengzhi sighed even more.
"It seemed I underestimated your means, Xiao Yuan."
"Well, you got me. So, why don't we stop with riddles and talk about business."
Even though Ning Fengzhi was amazed by Han Yuan's story, he believed the Merchant Union's Mysterious Member must be the one who planned this scheme from the shadows. That person also must be the one who conquered Dugu Bo.
After all, Dugu Bo is known for his eccentric personality. Ordinary people can't conquer him. Let alone make him call a seven-year-old Young Master.
There must be a reason. Han Yuan is either that person's descendant or disciple.
Ning Fengzhi investigated Han Yuan's background and discovered he was an orphan with only an older sister. At first, he was shocked because the genius boy was only seven and was already a Spirit Elder, increasing his value countless times. However, he quickly calmed down and planned to pull Han Yuan to his side.
Unfortunately, all that planning went down the drain when Dugu Bo entered the scheme.
Overthinking Overdrive!
'I've seen through you!' Ning Fengzhi fixed his glasses.
'What was that?' Han Yuan swore he saw a glint of light in Ning Fengzhi's glasses.
Han Yuan quickly acted and pouted, "Come on, how could you say that, Uncle Ning? Business?"
"You haven't even got me the Heart Separation Control."
Yup, Han Yuan is throwing a tantrum.
Ning Fengzhi smiled apologetically, "Well, didn't I say you have to visit the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan for that? The Heart Separation Control is 'always' taught face to face, and that's our tradition for so long."
"Then, can you send that teacher here? I can't leave Dugu Mansion as I'm busy with something." Han Yuan immediately struck a chord, leaving Ning Fengzhi no path to step back.
"This..." Bone Douluo watched the confrontation between the two foxes in disbelief.
Han Yuan and Ning Fengzi stared at each other meaningfully.
Then, Han Yuan shrugged and said, "Okay, since Uncle Ning wants to do business so much, I have something here that might interest you more than the Mystic Water Pill, Holy Abyss Pill, and Foundation Building Liquid."
He jumped off his seat and walked to Ning Fengzhi, handing him the scroll he had written earlier.
Ning Fengzhi opened the scroll and read the first line. His eyes widened in shock, and even his body trembled. He couldn't calm down for a while before Bone Douluo came and read the scroll in curiosity.
Bone Douluo read the first line slowly, "Eight Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's advancement method..."
"Wait-!" He quickly read the rest of the scroll and was amazed because this method was feasible.
"Hoo..." Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath. "You're giving more and more surprises, Xiao Yuan."
"You actually have analyzed my clan's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to this level. This theory is indeed feasible. Who would have thought you even discovered the use of "Heaven and Earth Energy, and Treasure Qi" and used it to break the limitations by absorbing spirit rings from gem-like spirit beasts?"
"Tell me the price for the complete method."
"The same as before, but I need a few extra favors." Han Yuan replied casually. "Oh, also, Uncle Ning, send someone to teach me the Heart Separation Control quickly."
"Deal!" Ning Fengzhi didn't bother to haggle. Since Han Yuan brought this method so confidently, he had no choice but to agree.
'It seemed I must adjust my plan to get Xiao Yuan to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. At this point, Rongrong won't have a chance.'
'Huff, Father is sorry, Rongrong, But you have to suffer a little bit.'
After this, Ning Fengzhi planned to send an elder and her daughter to the Dugu Mansion.
Then, Ning Fengzhi paused, "As for the favors...'
Han Yuan smiled faintly, "It's not a big favor. I only wanted Uncle Ning to find the location of 100,000-year-old spirit beasts. Even some traces would do..."
"Why do you..." Ning Fengzhi wanted to ask but decided to give halfway because he wasn't close enough with Han Yuan yet. At the moment, they are only business partners. "Very well, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan will mobilize our forces to look for locations of 100,000-year-old spirit beasts."
Ning Fengzhi glanced at Dugu Bo curiously, wondering what kind of deal the notorious Poison Douluo made with 'that' person. First, Dao Academy, and now locations of 100,000-year-old spirit beasts.
Are they planning to hunt 100,000-year-old spirit beasts?
"By the way, Xiao Yuan. Uncle Ning wanted to buy more of the Mystic Water Pill, Holy Abyss Pill, and Foundation Building Liquid." Ning Fengzhi suddenly mentions.
'So, you used them all already? Faster than I thought.' Han Yuan thought, really underestimating Ning Fengzhi's eagerness to cultivate his little princess of a daughter.
Han Yuan rubbed his chin and replied, "Hmm, I still have another twenty sets of those products. However, I'm sure Brother Qinghe also wanted them, too."
"I will buy them all on Qinghe's behalf." Ning Fengzhi shamelessly said.
"..." Han Yuan.
Lying is not good, you know?
Just admit it! You wanted them all for yourself!
"Well, okay then."
"Haha, thank you, Xiao Yuan." Ning Fengzhi laughed gently. "Uncle Ning will update you on the spirit beasts as soon as possible."
"I will send the rare metals and remains of spirit beasts tomorrow morning."
"I'll be waiting." Han Yuan nodded
After exchanging pleasantries, Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo left with a crate.
Seeing the guests away, Dugu Bo returned to Han Yuan and asked, "So, we only need to wait now?"
"Yup!" Han Yuan lazily sat on his seat again. "We only to prepare and wait~!"