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"Alright, let's get down to business."

Xuanzi seemed to realize that he had lost his composure, so he cleared his throat before continuing.

"I heard from Wang Yan that this child once used his Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul to engage in close combat with a child with a dragon-type martial soul. How did you teach him?"

"Ah...this..."

Elder Xuan always lectured Ning Yunqing in the manner of an elder, as if the person in front of him was not the leader of a sect, but the capable disciple from back then.

"That's truly excellent education!"

"This child will likely become the first direct descendant of your Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School to possess an offensive martial soul! Because his martial soul mutated back then, if he were to be given additional spirit rings, he would likely gain not only support-type spirit skills, but also a high probability of acquiring offensive spirit skills!"

Xuanzi changed the subject, staring intently at Ning Fan.

"I've seen your body-strengthening prescription. It's excellent. By strengthening Xiao Fanzi's physical attributes through these methods, and teaching him some close-combat techniques, once he reaches the second ring or higher, he'll likely be able to hold his own against other high-attack type Soul Masters of the same level with his mutated Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul!"

"Judging from the current situation, it's not impossible to make him a power-attack type Soul Master, but the mutation of his weapon spirit... we need to observe it further?"

Upon hearing this, Ning Yunqing was stunned.

He stayed up all night last night to prepare a set of medicine to nourish his constitution, and it's still in his bedroom. How did Elder Xuan know about it?

Wait, Fan'er's Glazed Pagoda Martial Soul has offensive capabilities?

"Elder Xuan, do you mean that Fan'er can be trained as a power-attack type Soul Master? And what about his original martial soul..."

"Physical spirits are rare even in the history of our academy, but I can say with certainty that a physical spirit in the eye area is definitely a top-tier physical spirit, comparable in quality to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda that your family has inherited for generations."

"Therefore, I think we still need some time to consider the combination of spirit rings for his two spirits. We'll probably need to consult with some people who have their own spirit souls before deciding which one to prioritize. In short, this kid is definitely not going to be just a support character in the future."

Xuanzi knew better than anyone that the original martial soul often possessed the power of a second awakening.

Perhaps Ning Fan's eye-based martial soul after his second awakening will be even more powerful than the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda!

If you add a spirit ring to this original spirit first, there is a chance that its talent will be buried.

Therefore, he dared not draw a conclusion so quickly.

"I'll observe him for three months first, and then we'll consider how to add a spirit ring to his martial soul. Don't worry, this period won't affect his cultivation."

According to a certain master's theory, a Soul Master's cultivation will not stop because they have not obtained a Soul Ring; the Soul Ring only restricts their potential.

Although no spirit rings were added and the level did not increase, the cultivation level was potentially improving.

Once you obtain a Soul Ring and break through the bottleneck, you will experience a burst of upgrades.

Ning Yunqing felt this most deeply. He had been inactive at the seventh ring for more than 20 years, and roughly speaking, his total soul power had reached the level of an ordinary titled Douluo.

It's a pity that he no longer has the opportunity to add any more spirit rings to his martial soul to break through and level up.

"Alright, then let's do as Elder Xuan suggests. You can stay at our Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect for the time being."

Ning Yunqing could not hide her excitement. Xuanzi was now a legitimate candidate for the Sea God Pavilion. With his guidance, Ning Fan could avoid detours on the path to becoming a Soul Master.

"Hey, that's more like it, Xiao Fanzi, why don't you quickly perform the apprenticeship ceremony?"

Xuanzi chuckled, pushed aside the table in front of him, seemingly waiting for Ning Fan to come over, kneel down, and kowtow three times to him as his direct disciple.

However, the boy and Ning Yunqing exchanged a glance and gently shook their heads.

"I'm sorry, Elder Xuan, just like whether or not to join Shrek Academy, I need to think about this..."

Ning Fan's words surprised Wang Yan.

Think about it, does this child even know what he's saying?

The Elder Xuan before us is a figure standing at the very top of the Soul Master world in Douluo Continent!

Although he looks a bit unkempt, his abilities are beyond question.

So many people are desperate to become his disciple, and you still want to think about it?

"Hey, what a strange little one! Why does he like to think so much?"

Xuanzi began to doubt whether the boy in front of him was really a six-year-old child.

Being so vigilant is one thing, but why do you always make people anxious when you speak and act like this?

Could it be that he doesn't want to join Shrek Academy?

Upon hearing Ning Fan's reply, Ning Yunqing did not speak or explain anything; the uncle and nephew simply smiled at each other.

Ning Fan knew that once he joined the academy's faction, he would inevitably be labeled as Shrek Academy. With his talent, joining the Sea God Pavilion after adulthood would definitely not be a problem.

What will happen to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School then?

Although the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School already had a significant relationship with Shrek Academy, it would be a mistake to make the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School an appendage of Shrek Academy...

That's absolutely unacceptable!

Ning Fan didn't want to be a figurehead for any particular faction; he wanted to be his own master.

Isn't Ning Yunqing the same?

Even before the guests arrived this morning, he, in his capacity as sect leader, issued a notice, officially announcing that the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School had given birth to a disciple with twin body spirits, a rare occurrence in ten thousand years, and sincerely seeking cooperation from "powerful body spirit masters".

The uncle and nephew were tacitly in cahoots, playing a grand game of strategy.

Even Shrek Academy, currently the top academy on the continent, is merely a pawn in this game.

"Hmm, I'm getting more and more confused about the people of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School... Fine, it's fine if I don't become your disciple. Anyway, I don't want to take on any disciples. Yun Qing, do you have any Orleans-style chicken legs here? I've been starving for two hours."

The simple-minded Wang Yan was completely bewildered, but Xuanzi didn't care. He rubbed his rumbling stomach and asked where the food was like a hungry child.

"Hehe, of course, Elder Xuan, please follow me."

Ning Yunqing gestured for them to leave, and led Xuanzi away first.

Even after the two left, Wang Yan was still somewhat bewildered.

"Xiao Fan, do you know what you just refused?! Oh my god, I'll go back and talk to Elder Xuan again. I absolutely have to get him to take you as his disciple. We can't let your talent go to waste!"

Wang Yan spoke urgently, and to be honest, he really wanted Ning Fan to become a member of Shrek Academy right now.

There are so many mysteries surrounding this child; he really wants to study him thoroughly!

"Teacher Wang, you are overthinking it. I may become a student of Shrek Academy in the future, but I will always be Ning Fan of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School first and foremost."

"Anyway, not becoming an apprentice won't affect Teacher Wang's classes, right?"

Ning Fan smiled gently, feeling fortunate that his thoughts were aligned with his uncle's.

Although this method is not perfect, it is the most suitable way for Ning Fan to live.

That's what you call getting something for free!

Get everything you can for free, whether it's teaching resources or personal connections, and ultimately it all goes to you to benefit your own sect, instead of living under someone else's roof.

He is adept at navigating social situations, utilizing every possible avenue to his advantage, and establishing a power that truly belongs to him.

This is what an independent support-type sect should do.