Douluo: My Teacher Is Supreme Pontiff-Chapter 243: Don’t Call Me Uncle, Call Me Father-in-Law!

Chapter 243: Chapter 243: Don’t Call Me Uncle, Call Me Father-in-Law!

As all eyes turned toward him, Li Chang’an gave a slightly embarrassed smile and said,

"Ning Sect Master, honored seniors, that fruit was something I happened upon purely by chance. There was only one, so I gave it to Rongrong."

After all, a fruit that could accelerate soul power growth was an item that defied the very foundation of cultivation. Li Chang’an had no intention of overturning the rules of the Spirit master world—at least, not on a large scale.

Hearing there was only one, the three elders felt some disappointment, but at the same time it was perfectly reasonable. If such a miraculous treasure were common, it would never have been left lying about in the first place.

"However," Li Chang’an continued with a smile, "I do have a gift for Sect Master Ning."

With that, he retrieved a jade box from his storage soul tool and carefully opened it.

Inside lay a strange immortal herb. Its roots and leaves formed a dense curtain of vines, but at the top bloomed a brilliant golden tulip, radiating a rich fragrance of nobility and grandeur.

"This is called the Qiluo Tulip," Li Chang’an explained. "Magnificent and resplendent, it draws upon the essence of heaven and earth, as well as the brilliance of sun and moon. Since the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is itself a treasure-type martial soul, with the aid of this Qiluo Tulip, it may achieve perfect harmony. I can guarantee—this herb will allow the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda to advance into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."

As he spoke, Li Chang’an closely observed the trio’s reactions. At first they were indifferent, then gradually surprised. But when he mentioned evolving into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, their eyes brimmed with disbelief. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

"Hmph! Boy, even if you are Rongrong’s partner, you must know—insulting the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect carries a heavy price," Bone Douluo coldly snorted.

What had seemed like a mysterious veil over Li Chang’an was now, in their eyes, arrogance. Such a thing was simply impossible. If such an immortal herb truly existed, their sect would have found it long ago—why wait until now?

But Ning Fengzhi’s gaze lingered on the jade box. "Are you certain?" he asked slowly.

Unlike the others, Ning Fengzhi had long paid close attention to Shrek Academy. Li Chang’an’s brilliance alone had forced him to take note. And though he had tried to investigate Li Chang’an’s background, he had never uncovered the truth.

Precisely because of this, Ning Fengzhi was inclined to believe him. Li Chang’an was not the type to speak empty words.

"How will we know unless you try, Sect Master Ning?" Li Chang’an smiled, his tone both respectful and full of confidence.

"Very well. There is no harm in trying," Ning Fengzhi said as he rose. As one of the continent’s foremost auxiliary Spirit masters, he had little fear of poison. Besides, Li Chang’an had no reason to harm him.

"Sect Master—!" Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo cried out in alarm, their faces full of concern. Ning Fengzhi was too important. If anything happened to him, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would collapse overnight.

"Rest easy, Sword Uncle, Bone Uncle. I’ll be fine. And besides, are we not supposed to trust Rongrong’s judgment in her partner?" Ning Fengzhi reassured them with a gentle smile before accepting the jade box.

At this, Ning Rongrong proudly lifted her chin, exposing her snow-white neck as she teased, "Hmph, smelly Daddy, of course you should believe in my eyesight." She even stuck out her tongue at him playfully.

Ning Fengzhi chuckled and stroked her head before asking Li Chang’an, "How should this be taken?"

Li Chang’an replied respectfully, "Sect Master Ning, this flower must not be swallowed. One must gently inhale the fragrance from the pistil, slowly absorbing its essence, then circulate soul power steadily, allowing the medicinal effect to spread through every meridian."

""Understood." Ning Fengzhi nodded, giving Li Chang’an a deep look before following the method. He stood silently in place as he began absorbing the energy.

At his level, sitting cross-legged was unnecessary. Even standing, he could effortlessly refine the herb’s power into his own.

The banquet hall fell completely silent. All awaited Ning Fengzhi’s martial soul evolution. If successful, this favor alone would be monumental—enough to push the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect into alliance even with Spirit Hall.

Sword Douluo, Bone Douluo, and Ning Rongrong, however, were all filled with worry that something might go wrong.

Fortunately, Ning Fengzhi did not make them wait long. After a short while, he opened his eyes. In that instant, his entire aura grew deeper and more profound.

Originally, Ning Fengzhi was a level seventy-nine Spirit Sage. But after consuming the immortal herb, his soul power had already broken through to Spirit Douluo—becoming the only auxiliary-type Spirit Douluo on the continent!

"Sect Master..." Both Title Douluo instantly sensed the change, though they did not dare speak prematurely.

Without replying, Ning Fengzhi strode quickly out of the hall. His white robes fluttered as he leapt into the air. Behind him, seven soul rings emerged in sequence—yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black—signifying his formidable strength.

But what truly stole everyone’s breath was not his soul rings, but the colossal, magnificent pagoda that manifested in the sky. Its base was inscribed with golden patterns, and most importantly—this was no Seven Treasure Pagoda, but a Nine-Layered Pagoda!

"Nine Treasures... the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda! I never thought I’d witness it in my lifetime!"

"Will the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect now be renamed the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

Two beams of light shot forth from the pagoda, falling upon Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. Instantly, both men felt invigorated!

This was no mere level-seventy auxiliary effect—it was on an entirely different level.

The two Title Douluo soared up beside Ning Fengzhi, one on each side. The terrifying pressure of the three together swept across the sect grounds.

Although the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect only had two Title Douluo, Sword and Bone Douluo’s perfect cooperation, combined with Ning Fengzhi’s evolved support, meant even facing five enemy Title Douluo, victory was far from impossible.

Li Chang’an secretly glanced at Ning Rongrong, silently firming his resolve to cultivate her well. With Mu Xi, Ye Lingling, and Ning Rongrong—all auxiliary spirit masters—supporting him simultaneously, even the heavens would not be out of his reach.

"From this day forth, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect shall be renamed the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect! Tomorrow, invitations will be sent to every great power to attend the renaming ceremony!"

Ning Fengzhi’s voice boomed across the entire sect, full of vigor and pride. Under his leadership, the sect was destined to flourish!

What’s more, with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, there was a chance the inheritance could continue through future generations. From today onward, Ning Fengzhi was determined to take concubines and spread his lineage—for the prosperity of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!

After the sect cheered loudly for a while, Ning Fengzhi descended with the two Title Douluo. Ning Rongrong immediately leapt into his arms.

"Congratulations, Daddy."

"Mhm. Daddy also has to thank you, Rongrong." Ning Fengzhi lovingly stroked her head. Without his daughter, how would he ever have gained this opportunity?

Li Chang’an then cupped his hands respectfully, "This junior congratulates Uncle Ning on advancing to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."

But Ning Fengzhi’s expression suddenly hardened as he looked at Li Chang’an with displeasure.

"Uncle? Hmph. You should be calling me Father-in-law!"

Li Chang’an: ...