194 Chapter 194: Farewell

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"It's impossible!"

Ning Rongrong heard this request and immediately stood up without hesitation, staring straight at Qian Renxue.

"He can't go with you. We belong to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Are you planning to wage war against our sect, the Martial Spirit Palace?" A resolute expression appeared in Ning Rongrong's eyes. If Zeng Yi were taken away by the Martial Spirit Palace, things would definitely not be simple.

Not to mention that he was the disciple of Sword Grandpa himself. With his talent and Sword Grandpa's protective nature, not to mention the influence that Ning Rongrong could exert on Sword Grandpa, it was certain that he would bring Sword Grandpa and even the Ancestor to fight against the Pope's Hall of the Martial Spirit Palace. This would undoubtedly trigger a great war.

Flender trembled involuntarily. He didn't expect that this outcome could potentially cause a war between two major sects. If that were to happen, it would definitely change the current continent's situation.

Looking at Ning Rongrong's determined expression, Zeng Yi was dumbfounded. He did not expect that Ning Rongrong would dare to say such words for him. Moreover, judging from her expression, it didn't seem like she was joking.

Based on Zeng Yi's understanding of her, as well as the extent of love shown by the two Titled Douluos of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it would really trigger a war.

Although Zeng Yi was accepted as a disciple by Sword Douluo and became a member of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, he had never considered himself as one of them. He did not have any sense of belonging in his heart.

Even though he had lived in Shrek Academy for a few months, Zeng Yi did not have much attachment to it. He merely treated it as a temporary stop on his journey. Once he left Shrek Academy, he had nowhere else to go. He was like a rootless duckweed, drifting with the current.

It could be said that Zeng Yi had never fully integrated into this world. He treated it as a game, and even death meant nothing to him.

But Ning Rongrong dared to make this choice for him, and Zeng Yi felt a warm flow in his heart.

"Wage war? Hmph."

Qian Renxue looked at Ning Rongrong with a hint of disdain in her eyes.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect might appear powerful in the eyes of others, but it was insignificant compared to the Martial Spirit Palace. If the Martial Spirit Palace really wanted to annihilate the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, they wouldn't even need to use their full power.

Under Qian Renxue's gaze, an invisible pressure pressed down on Ning Rongrong, causing her to take two steps back involuntarily. However, she still persisted in her belief.

Seeing Ning Rongrong's stubborn expression, Qian Renxue smiled. "As I said before, if he comes with us, all of you can live. Otherwise..."

"Die!"

As soon as Qian Renxue's words fell, the two soul masters behind her suddenly released their soul rings, unleashing an immense pressure.

Those two soul masters had a total of sixteen soul rings on them. The middle-aged man and Flender were both Spirit Sage Douluos at the seven-ring level. The elderly man had two yellow, two purple, and five black soul rings. Nine soul rings flickered and radiated, causing an overwhelming pressure comparable to that of a Titled Douluo. Although he did not exert the intimidating force of a Titled Douluo, just looking at those nine soul rings filled Zeng Yi with an overwhelming sense of pressure, making him despair.

Flender also released his soul rings and used all his soul power to resist the pressure. Zhu Zhuqing was still in the process of integrating her soul rings. At this critical moment, she absolutely could not be disturbed by external factors. Otherwise, the disruption could cause her integration to fail, and at worst, it could cost her life.

Looking at the soul rings on the elderly man's body, Flender confirmed Zeng Yi's earlier words. This person was indeed a Titled Douluo.

This time, it was really difficult.

Flender couldn't help but look at Zeng Yi. The only one who could help them get through this difficult situation was Zeng Yi. He also understood Zeng Yi's personality and knew he would make that choice.

Flender couldn't help but feel guilty. He couldn't even protect his own students and needed them to protect him. It was truly shameful.

Moreover, the enemy was the formidable Martial Spirit Palace, making it difficult for him to even think about revenge.

He had never thought that those three words, 'Martial Spirit Palace,' would make him feel so suffocated.

Seeing the domineering and intimidating stance of the enemy, Ning Rongrong felt angry. She had made her stance clear, yet the other party still dared to act this way. They truly did not regard her Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect with any respect.

Do they really think our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is afraid of the Martial Spirit Palace!

"You..."

Ning Rongrong wanted to say something more but was stopped by Zeng Yi.

"Zeng Yi, do you really want to agree to their request?" Looking at Zeng Yi's expression, Ning Rongrong felt despair. She had a feeling that once Zeng Yi left, he would never come back.

"No."

Ning Rongrong pleaded with her eyes, but Zeng Yi shook his head.

He knew very well the power of the Martial Spirit Palace. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would undoubtedly be crushed if they confronted the Martial Spirit Palace. Moreover, if he didn't agree, all of them would die here. A Titled Douluo-level soul master was not a joke.

If he agreed, they could survive, and the Martial Spirit Palace might not kill him either.

Zeng Yi was certain that he still had some use for the Martial Spirit Palace; otherwise, they would have obliterated them in the Spirit Beast Forest. Who would know who did it? Even if the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect found out, they wouldn't be a match for the Martial Spirit Palace.

"I agree, but I hope you can keep your promise." Zeng Yi's eyes revealed a sharp gaze as he stared at Qian Renxue.

Currently, there was about five meters of distance between Zeng Yi and her. If he risked his life, he didn't know if that Titled Douluo could react in time. But if Zeng Yi waited a beat longer, he was confident that he could kill this woman, or at least severely wound her.

If she reneged on her previous words, Zeng Yi would have to risk his life.

"Zeng Yi!"

Upon hearing Zeng Yi's agreement, Ning Rongrong couldn't help but shout, wanting to run over. However, her shoulder was held back by a large hand. Turning around, she saw her Dean, Flender, stopping her.

"Let go of me!"

Seeing her tearful and agitated state, Flender shook his head and swiftly struck her neck with his hand. Ning Rongrong's body suddenly froze, and her consciousness went dark as she weakly collapsed.

"Meow!"

As Ning Rongrong fell, Xiao Ju jumped off her and hissed at Flender, then quickly ran towards Zeng Yi, deftly climbing onto his shoulder and making a fierce yet cute expression towards Qian Renxue.

Qian Renxue displayed a rather indifferent expression as she watched their performance. After it ended, her gaze met Zeng Yi's. "A wise choice! Rest assured, I'm not interested in their lives."

"Now, come with me, or I might change my mind."

"Can I talk to him for a moment?"

"Fine, hurry up."

Having received Qian Renxue's agreement, Zeng Yi walked towards Flender.

"Are we done?"

Zeng Yi didn't say anything, he just nodded indifferently.

"Let's go."

Seeing Zeng Yi's departing figure, Xiao Ju seemed to sense something and struggled to break free from Flender' grasp, wanting to run towards Zeng Yi. However, it couldn't break free and could only meow while looking at Zeng Yi, hoping he would turn back and take it with him.

Feeling the pain from the scratching, Flender did not let go of Xiao Ju. He watched the back of Zeng Yi until it disappeared, feeling a sense of sadness as he sighed heavily.

I'm sorry.