One knows their own affairs best. It seemed the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had taken quite a lot of advantage from the other side.
Under such circumstances, reconciliation was impossible. They could only follow Bone Douluo's long-standing approach—cut the grass and remove the roots.
"Don't worry. Part of the god position was destroyed when the Sea God resonated with the Sea God Trident during the explosion."
"It won't be so easy for Tang San to repair it." Ning Rongrong paused for a moment before continuing, "In short, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect should consolidate our forces as much as possible. I need to go into seclusion for a while."
"Into seclusion again?" Bone Douluo was surprised. "Rongrong, didn't you just come out of seclusion?"
"I won't go into the details with you—it's a bit complicated to explain." Ning Rongrong sighed. "In short, try to avoid getting involved in any of the upcoming matters as much as possible."
"Of course, regarding Xue Ke… never mind. If Qian Renxue doesn't come back, just protect her."
"They have no need to completely break ties with us over one Xue Ke."
"No matter what, prioritize your own safety above all else." This was the first time Ning Rongrong had given such earnest instructions to her father and the two elders. The current situation was like walking on thin ice.
"Until I come out of seclusion, you must be extremely careful." Ning Rongrong paused slightly before adding, "When you cultivate, focus on stabilizing your foundations as much as possible."
"After I come out this time, I'll help Grandfather Bone and Father break through to Limit Douluo quasi-god realm."
"Mm, it should be possible by then!"
"Probably…"
"Break through to quasi-god!" The three of them exclaimed in unison.
"Mm… alright, I've said everything that needs to be said."
"So, I wish Father good health and both Grandfathers happiness for your families."
"Bye-bye!"
Ning Rongrong's body turned into specks of light and disappeared.
Leaving only the three people staring at each other in stunned silence.
After a long period of quiet, Bone Douluo looked at Sword Douluo, then at Ning Fengzhi, and couldn't help but say, "Do you think Bo Saixi's fall had Rongrong's hand in it?"
It wasn't surprising that Bone Douluo thought this way. Back during the Shrek Academy incident in the Barak Kingdom, Ning Rongrong had used just two pills to scheme against the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the Clear Sky Sect, and Spirit Hall all at once.
In the end, it led to Tang Hao and the others—including those from Spirit Hall—ending up in a complete mess.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's successor, Yu Tianheng, had directly been forced to GG.
"Whether she did or not, what difference does it make?" Sword Douluo shook his head. "It's just a first-level god. Isn't it normal for Rongrong to scheme against one?"
"Moreover, didn't that phantom that appeared in the Far North seal also get sealed away?"
When Sword Douluo mentioned the Far North, both Bone Douluo and Ning Fengzhi fell silent.
The memory information Ning Rongrong had given them included all the events in the Far North. In the other world connected to the Far North seal passage, there were gods—even ones who might be stronger than the Sea God.
The Sea God was a first-level god. Someone stronger than the Sea God…
The three didn't dare think any further.
"Forget it, let's not talk about this." Ning Fengzhi spoke up to interrupt Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo's thoughts. "What do you two think of that Ice and Snow Maiden?"
"Xue Di…" Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo exchanged a glance.
Seeing that neither spoke, Ning Fengzhi continued:
"Xue Di has become a god—a first-level god of the same rank as the Sea God. Although she may not be able to match the Sea God right now, it's still a form of protection for Rongrong before she goes into seclusion!"
"Speaking of which, Rongrong really doesn't feel at ease with us." Ning Fengzhi gave a wry smile.
Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo looked at each other, momentarily at a loss for words.
Hiring a god to protect them before going into seclusion.
Did she think the three of their martial soul fusion skill wasn't enough to protect their lives?
…
Outside Vast Sea City, on the vast ocean.
In a certain quiet stretch of sea, the surface was dark and carried a faint sense of oppression.
There was not even a trace of dry, cold wind.
"Deep Sea Demonic Whale King, where are you?"
An extremely penetrating voice directly seeped into the silent seawater.
Moments later,
A massive outline over 250 meters long slowly rose to the surface.
The overwhelming pressure it unintentionally released made the surrounding air feel even more stifling.
A few seconds later, the outline in the water disappeared.
A middle-aged figure appeared on the sea surface.
"Ning Rongrong, what are you here for?"
Toward Ning Rongrong, the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King was still quite wary.
This damn combat power simply didn't make sense—it was even more terrifying than that bastard Sea God.
"Do you remember what I transmitted to you before?" After the battle with Tang Chen and Bo Saixi back then, Ning Rongrong had sent a voice transmission to the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King, hoping the other party would agree to one thing.
Of course, it was something that wouldn't put the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King in a difficult position.
At the time, she hadn't expected it would be so perfectly timed now.
The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King sized up Ning Rongrong for a long while before speaking coldly: "Don't tell me you want my soul ring and soul bone. If that's the case, even if I can't win, I'll fight you to the death."
As a 990,000-year Deep Sea Demonic Whale King, when had he not been feared by all?
Ever since meeting this little brat, it felt like the one who was afraid was himself.
This time, the pressure she emanated even gave him the same feeling as when he had seen the Sea God become a god back then—and this pressure was even sharper.
"Don't worry, I'm not interested in your soul ring or soul bone." Ning Rongrong lifted the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in her hand. The colorful glow was like holding auspiciousness in her palm.
One soul ring after another slowly rose.
Red, red, red, red, red, red, brilliant gold, brilliant gold, red.
"You…" The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King's pupils contracted. He instinctively retreated a hundred meters, thinking she was about to attack him. But when he clearly saw the soul rings on Ning Rongrong's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, his body couldn't help trembling. He stared in disbelief:
"How did you do this? This is impossible!"
"Even for a divine trial, such soul rings are too ridiculous." The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King was completely baffled. Every time he met this pink-haired girl, she always managed to shock him.
"Hehe, who knows?"
After saying that, Ning Rongrong didn't show off any further and put away the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
In short, a bit of intimidation was enough. Having dealt with the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King for so long, she knew this fat-headed fish was terrifyingly timid. As long as she scared him, he would start overthinking and imagining things on his own.
"By the way, let me tell you something."
"Something that should be quite important to you…" Ning Rongrong paused her voice. "Well? Aren't you curious?"
Deep Sea Demonic Whale King: "…"
Damn it—if he didn't think this thing was too ridiculous, he would have blasted her with a "purple light orb" right away.
Still dangling the hook—you think you're writing a human world novel?
"If you want to say it, say it. If not, forget it." The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King said indifferently.
"Sea God Bo Saixi has fallen!"
"What?" The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King thought he had misheard and hurriedly flew closer. "What did you say? That LSP Sea God kicked the bucket?"
"Mm. I got the news by chance. And don't tell anyone I was the one who said it, okay?"
"In short, if you want to make a move on Sea God Island, it's not impossible."
"But don't cause trouble in the Demonic Whale Sea Domain. I plan to go into seclusion here and don't want to be disturbed." Ning Rongrong turned into a streak of light and directly plunged into the deep sea, not giving the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King time to react.
By the time the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King came to his senses, Ning Rongrong had already disappeared without a trace.
"Bo Saixi is dead!"
The Deep Sea Demonic Whale King murmured. He thought back to the flash of light that had appeared just now.
And there was a faint sense of familiarity.
The Sea God had fought something and fallen in defeat?
Could it be…
The figure of Ning Rongrong appeared in the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King's mind. The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.
The entire fish shuddered.
In an instant, the thought of packing up and moving house arose.
But in the end, he suppressed the idea.
"Ning Rongrong has no reason to kill him, right? Right?"
When the Deep Sea Demonic Whale King thought of Ning Rongrong mentioning Sea God Island, a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes.
"No matter what, it's about time to deal with the Sea God's nest."
Before that, he would first recover from his injuries.
Then, flatten Sea God Island.
Otherwise, his thoughts would remain unfulfilled.
(End of chapter)