Behind him, watching the two young girls chatting happily,Dongfang Jing suddenly spoke up: "It's truly fate. My sister seems to really like your daughter."
"Yes," Ning Fengzhi nodded with a smile, "It's rare to see Rongrong so talkative; they might become very good friends."
He changed the subject, his tone naturally carrying a hint of concern and inquiry: "Young brother, you seem quite young. Why are you traveling around with your sister? You know, this continent isn't exactly peaceful. Are your parents at home worried?"
Dongfang Jing shook his head: "Our parents... had some accidents. As for traveling around the continent..."
He glanced at Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin, his tone calm:
"Half of it is due to the circumstances, and half is because we are inherently averse to constraints and unwilling to follow the crowd. Opportunities often come with risks. As her older brother, I always want to strive for a carefree future for her, so that she can choose her own path in life."
"I see." Ning Fengzhi nodded slightly.
He looked at his daughter, who was chatting happily, and then glanced at Chen Xin beside him.
After a moment's hesitation, his tone remained gentle, yet took on a more formal tone: "Young brother, you're also a Soul Master, aren't you? Uncle may ask a question, please answer truthfully."
"Please speak."
"What are your thoughts on the current situation on the continent? Suppose you disregarded your sister and were alone, what would you choose? Would you still be traveling the continent?"
Dongfang Jing raised an eyebrow: "Senior, that's a rather grand question. How can I, a mere Soul Master found everywhere, possess such a broad perspective?"
"Haha, let's make a hypothetical scenario, but speak freely. I just want to hear your thoughts." Ning Fengzhi smiled, but his expression became even more serious.
Dongfang Jing remained silent for a moment, his gaze falling on his sister.
What would he be like without Yao'er?
Throughout his journey, through numerous adventures, his initial intention remained unchanged, all tied to her.
If his adoptive parents hadn't given birth to Yao'er, and he were the only one left in the world, would he still have fought so desperately?
He would fight desperately to avenge his parents, but what about afterwards?
After a moment's thought,Dongfang Jing raised his eyes and said frankly, "I dare not speak rashly about the situation on the continent. But if it weren't for Yao'er, I might have chosen to live a peaceful life. I might have joined the Spirit Hall on the day my Spirit Awakened, or attached myself to a sect, or perhaps served the Empire."
"But that's just a hypothetical situation."
His tone was resolute: "Yao'er is the most important person to me. Until she decides her own life, I will always stand behind her. As for myself, I'll talk about it when the situation on the continent changes."
Hearing this, Chen Xin gave Dongfang Jing a deep look.
Ning Fengzhi's serious expression faded, replaced by a refined smile: "Young brother, your temperament is truly affectionate and genuine. A brother who cherishes his sister like you is rare in this world."
After speaking, he looked ahead and pointed to a snack shop not far away: "Rongrong, take your new friend to buy some snacks."
"Okay!" Ning Rongrong replied happily.
Dongfang Yao looked at her brother, received a nod, and followed him.
Making sure the two girls couldn't hear the conversation, Ning Fengzhi turned to Dongfang Jing, his expression solemn: "In that case, young brother, I won't beat around the bush."
"I am Ning Fengzhi, Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
Dongfang Jing's eyes sharpened, and he took a half-step back, his soul power surging within him, ready to unleash its power.
'Good lad! Soul Master?!' Chen Xin and Ning Fengzhi's eyes flashed with surprise simultaneously.
Ning Fengzhi immediately raised his hand, his tone softening: "Young brother, don't be hasty! Don't use that mysterious escape technique again! Finding you and your sister was no easy task. We have no ill intentions here, nor any desire to harm you."
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Jing's expression eased slightly.
However, his guard remained, awaiting further instruction.
Ning Fengzhi frankly explained his previous efforts in sending people to keep watch in Shui Lan City, his subsequent search across the continent, and the purpose of his trip to Notting City.
"I've been traveling with my daughter for several months, firstly to handle the affairs of our sect's businesses in various cities, and secondly, I genuinely hoped to encounter you at Notting Academy."
"From what you just said, I know you don't want to be bound by the sect. But, why not listen to my other suggestion?"
Ning Fengzhi said, turning to introduce the old man beside him, "This is one of the Guardian Douluos of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Sword Douluo Chen Xin."
A Titled Douluo! No wonder his aura is so imposing!
Dongfang Jing remained composed, bowing respectfully: "Greetings, Sect Master Ning, and Your Excellency Sword Douluo. I did not recognize you earlier; my apologies."
"It is alright," Chen Xin's voice was steady, his gaze as sharp as a sword's edge. "Young man, let me ask you, is your sister's innate soul power above level seven? Is her martial soul a sword?"
"Yes. What does Senior mean?"
Ning Fengzhi continued, "When Uncle Jian was in Shui Lan City, he caught a glimpse of your sister from afar and vaguely sensed her extraordinary talent!"
"Uncle Jian is advanced in years and has no children. It would be a great pity if his swordsmanship were lost forever, so he intended to take your sister as his disciple."
"Extraordinary talent?" Dongfang Jing looked at Chen Xin with suspicion.
Chen Xin nodded and slowly said, "On the continent, martial spirits and soul power are revered. Among weapon martial spirits, some awaken hammers and spears, accompanied by considerable innate soul power. However, innate soul power only determines a soul master's talent and the speed of soul power cultivation, but it doesn't mean that the person is necessarily good at this path. Some people are born suited for spears, but their martial spirit is a bow; some people are born suited for swords, but they have no innate soul power."
Dongfang Jing immediately understood: "You mean—"
"That's right." Chen Xin's eyes were sharp. "Leaving aside other weapons for now, just considering swords, with my eyesight, I can tell at a glance that your sister is a natural sword prodigy! And she also possesses a sword martial spirit, and judging from your reaction, her innate soul power must be quite high. With all three, she is an excellent talent for swordsmanship!"
"I have also encountered many others with similar talent for swordsmanship. But their martial spirits are not sword martial spirits, and their innate soul power is mostly below level 3, or even zero. A genius like your sister is one I have never seen in my life!"
Dongfang Jing remained silent.
The other party was the renowned Sword Douluo; there was no need for them to lie about this matter to win them over.
Reminded of this,he recalled his sparring sessions with his sister in the Hall of Ten Thousand Mirrors. Yao'er, without using soul power, had made astonishing progress solely through swordplay. Although her attacks were somewhat immature and her swordsmanship chaotic, she always carried an indescribable sense of oppression.
Dongfang Jing fell into deep thought.
Seeing this, Ning Fengzhi stepped forward and added, "Of course, becoming Uncle Sword's disciple is not the same as joining the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. And you, young brother, are not required to join my sect."
"What? Fengzhi, you…" Chen Xin looked surprised, completely unexpected.
"Uncle Sword," Ning Fengzhi raised his hand to stop him, "You have devoted your life to the sect, and now you have encountered such a talented and promising individual. For both public and private reasons, I am willing to make an exception."
Chen Xin remained silent, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.
Ning Fengzhi looked at Dongfang Jing again: "If you agree, I hope to receive a promise, which you must swear on your martial soul! No matter what, you and your sister will never be enemies of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School! If you grow stronger in the future, and the sect happens to need your help, I hope you will remember our past relationship and lend a hand."
"In return, whether you join the sect or not, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will dedicate its full efforts to nurturing you! I guarantee this to you in the name of the sect."
"Young brother, what is your answer?"
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