"Level 70?" Qian Renxue had no objection to Su Cheng's arrangement, but she was a little puzzled.
"You mentioned this before, right? Why are you in such a hurry to get me to level 70?"
"That relates to another matter." Su Cheng turned to look at her.
"Regarding the little girl I took away, she comes from an academy called Shrek Academy and is also preparing to participate in this year's Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament."
Qian Renxue's eyes narrowed slightly upon hearing this.
Although her previous anger had subsided considerably, it wasn't that she didn't care about this matter; she was just waiting for Su Cheng's explanation.
"Among the members of that team, there is a member who is a 100,000-year-old soul beast in human form." Su Cheng continued, "Do you remember how powerful the Martial Soul True Body brought by a 100,000-year-old soul ring is? Moreover, the soul of a soul beast above 100,000 years old has a chance to be preserved in the soul ring." "A
100,000-year-old soul beast in human form?!" Qian Renxue's spirits lifted.
She naturally remembered the power of a 100,000-year-old soul ring, especially when combined with a Martial Soul True Body, which could absolutely lead to a transformative improvement in strength.
Although she lost the two soul skill bonuses from the 100,000-year soul ring, she gained the opportunity to significantly enhance her domain and martial soul, making her a completely different level from the martial soul true body used by ordinary soul saints.
Losing a soul skill for this kind of improvement was definitely worthwhile.
In another world's dream, she had absorbed a 100,000-year soul ring as her seventh soul ring, so she understood its significance all too well.
Her original plan was to wait until level 70 before hunting the 100,000-year soul beast from her dream.
However, that would be much riskier.
Hunting itself wasn't a problem; with the Title Douluo of the Spirit Hall taking action, she only needed to finish it off.
But the problem lay with Bibi Dong.
In the simulated world, she could do this because Su Cheng had reached an agreement with Bibi Dong; this soul beast was essentially a condition of their deal.
But in the real world, obtaining that soul ring again would be like snatching food from Bibi Dong's mouth, with extremely high variables.
Qian Renxue thought for a moment and asked, "Since that's the case, why don't we just take action directly? What does it have to do with the Academy Tournament? I've never heard of that Shrek Academy before, so I doubt they have any strong members."
Su Cheng shook his head and explained, "No, that transformed soul beast is secretly protected by Tang Hao. Unless you can persuade your grandfather to take action, we have no chance."
"That Clear Sky Douluo Tang Hao, who disappeared for over ten years?"
"That's right, it's him. He should have reached the peak Douluo realm by now, and he also possesses a 100,000-year ninth soul ring."
Qian Renxue fell silent upon hearing this.
Qian Daoliu was unlikely to be willing to take action, and she didn't want to beg him to.
Qian Daoliu had an unusually high tolerance for Clear Sky Sect members.
Not to mention that Tang Hao was the current Clear Sky Douluo successor.
He didn't say anything even during the battle with Qian Xunji, let alone make an exception for a 100,000-year soul beast.
Even if they didn't tell him the truth beforehand, and tricked Qian Daoliu into going along, he would probably only be able to save his own life at the end, and wouldn't have much interest in that 100,000-year-old soul beast.
A thought flashed through Qian Renxue's mind, and she understood Su Cheng's meaning.
Her face was solemn as she said, "So, you want that transformed soul beast to be exposed in front of everyone, and then we can fish in troubled waters?"
"That's right." Su Cheng nodded frankly, "Once that soul beast reveals its true form, there will inevitably be a conflict between Tang Hao and the Spirit Hall. Bibi Dong possesses a second spirit and is determined to obtain the 100,000-year-old soul ring, while Tang Hao obviously won't let her succeed. We'll find an opportunity to strike in the chaos. As long as you can kill it on the spot, the Spirit Hall will naturally protect you in absorbing the soul ring. Even Bibi Dong won't be able to say anything then."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue's face didn't show much joy, but rather some worry.
"But have you considered the risks? With just the two of us, the chances are pitifully small."
"There are risks, of course, but if you're outmatched, you have no choice but to take the risk. This is already the best opportunity. Neither Tang Hao nor Bibi Dong are people we can contend with individually. They also have grudges against each other, and that transformed soul beast won't often be exposed to the sight of a Title Douluo. The only way to get them together is in the finals of the Soul Master Competition."
Su Cheng remained calm, clearly having considered this plan for a long time.
"At least then you'll have the support of some forces from the Spirit Hall, and I'll have a peak Douluo combatant on my side. After I advance to Soul King, my maximum burst of strength will at least reach the level of a high-level Soul Saint.
"Besides, our presence is weak, we're in the shadows waiting for our opportunity, and we have absolute initiative.
"With this first-mover advantage, if the timing is right, there's at least a 30% chance of success!"
A 30% chance is already well worth a try.
And this is just Su Cheng's conservative estimate.
Dugu Bo excels at group attacks, and now that his strength has greatly increased, restraining anyone below the Title Douluo level present is no problem.
Chen Xin and Gu Rong might not even intervene.
Their relationship with him is one factor, but more importantly, they don't need Xiao Wu's spirit rings; they can't just capture her and raise her until Ning Rong reaches level 90.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, full of fools, might do that, but Ning Fengzhi, with his shrewdness, definitely understands the principle of "possessing a treasure invites trouble."
The mere Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan doesn't have the audacity to snatch food from a tiger's mouth.
Of course, Su Cheng's greatest confidence comes from himself.
Even now, he can't be sure how much his fifth spirit ring will enhance him.
If the effect exceeds expectations, it might even increase his chances by 20%.
In this three-way clash, a 50% win rate is already an absolute advantage.
"There's one more question," Qian Renxue said, looking at Su Cheng with a probing gaze.
"Would that soul beast really be so stupid as to participate in the Soul Master Competition? Even if it did, how could it possibly avoid everyone's attention and successfully enter the finals? There will definitely be Title Douluo-level powerhouses among the audience."
"So this is where the Acacia Heartbreak Red comes in."
Su Cheng's gaze shifted to the white flower in Qian Renxue's hand.
"With the help of this immortal herb, I can research a drug that can conceal one's aura. When I promote it, that soul beast will fall for it."
After the brief observation just now, he was already somewhat confident in improving the efficacy of the prototype drug he had previously developed; otherwise, he wouldn't have told Qian Renxue about his plan now.
"However—"
Qian Renxue seemed to suddenly realize something, a smirk playing on her lips as she looked at Su Cheng, "If I absorb a 100,000-year soul ring and advance to Soul Saint, will you still have a chance to win the final championship?"
"That's exactly what makes it interesting." Su Cheng chuckled.
"With your current strength, you won't stand a chance after I advance to Soul King."
Less than a month later, Su Cheng arrived alone at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
After understanding all the details of the plan and waiting for Su Cheng to make all the preparations, Qian Renxue returned to Wuhun City ahead of time to take the Acacia Heartbreak Red.
This trip to the Heaven Dou Empire, aside from some personal motives, was mainly to inquire about taking the immortal herb and the dormancy of her main personality.
Now that she had obtained relatively satisfactory results and even received an unexpected surprise, she naturally couldn't delay any longer.
Even with her current temperament, she couldn't help but feel apprehensive about the adventurous plan Su Cheng mentioned, and dared not be careless in the slightest.
And this time, Su Cheng returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School for the purpose of promoting the potion.
No force is more suitable for this than the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, with its astonishing wealth and businesses spanning the continent.
Moreover, it's a win-win situation; considering the risks Su Cheng would have to bear, it's hard to say who would ultimately benefit more.
"Xiao Cheng, you said this medicine, after a Soul Master takes it, can help them conceal their aura and cultivation level, making it difficult even for a Title Douluo to detect?"
Ning Fengzhi asked, looking at the potion Su Cheng had taken out with surprise.
Not only him, but Chen Xin and Gu Rong beside him also looked serious.
Although they knew Su Cheng was well-versed in this area, they still had some doubts, thinking that this child had probably underestimated the keen perception of a Title Douluo-level expert.
In the Douluo Continent, the most direct way to judge a Soul Master's strength is naturally to observe the number of their Soul Rings. But for experts with strong mental power, such a complicated method
is unnecessary.
If the cultivation levels of two Soul Masters differ too much, they can discern the approximate level of the other at a glance.
"That's right, Sect Master, as you know, I have some research in herbalism. This is the result of my research in recent years, and I hope you can help promote it. You can distribute the profits as you see fit. You can rest assured about its effectiveness; I've already had Senior Dugu Bo try it, and Teacher and Senior Gu can also experience it."
Su Cheng looked at Ning Fengzhi earnestly and said, "I only have one request: I hope the price won't be too high in the initial sales. First, spread the word as much as possible so that most Soul Masters know about this potion."
He wasn't worried that Ning Fengzhi would be blinded by greed.
That's the advantage of doing business with smart people; they have enough sense of proportion and know how to balance each other's expectations.
Ning Fengzhi picked up the potion and examined it for a while.
He then unscrewed the cap and drank it all in one gulp.
In a short while, the powerful aura of a Soul Saint completely vanished.
Chen Xin and Gu Rong were stunned. Ning Fengzhi's previously clearly discernible Soul Power level was now impossible to detect; he seemed like an ordinary person with no cultivation.
Even with their peak Douluo-level perception, they couldn't fathom his true strength.
Of course, given Ning Fengzhi's demeanor and temperament, he was clearly not an ordinary person.
Therefore, if he walked outside like this, he would only inspire more respect, making people feel that his strength far surpassed their own.
As a peak Soul Saint, Ning Fengzhi was equally adept at controlling his own situation.
After silently concentrating and sensing for a while, he raised his head and said, "The effects will last about three days. For Soul Masters below the Soul King level, one bottle of the potion is enough for more than ten days; the lower the cultivation level, the longer the duration."
His face was a mixture of disbelief and intense surprise.
His surprise stemmed not only from the potion's obvious commercial value but, more importantly, from his keen perception of its strategic significance.
While reaping profits, the potential influence gained is even more astonishing.
Not all Soul Masters enjoy acting ostentatiously.
The continent is teeming with geniuses; aside from Title Douluos, few Soul Masters dare claim they can't encounter stronger opponents. In
the Soul Master world, strength always comes first. Having a potion that conceals one's cultivation level, regardless of other effects, simply making it impossible to discern one's true strength is incredibly valuable, significantly enhancing the safety of many lone Soul Masters. Moreover,
while this potion is precious, it's not excessive; at least with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's strength, they can definitely acquire it without difficulty.
After pondering for a while, Ning Fengzhi looked at Su Cheng, his eyes still brimming with excitement.
"Little Cheng, after selling the potion, the sect will take 15% of the profits. What do you think?"
This price is quite fair; in fact, Ning Fengzhi has made considerable concessions.
In business, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's channels are second only to the Spirit Hall and the two great empires on the continent.
This resource alone is worth a considerable share.
However, Su Cheng waved his hand in refusal.
"Sect Master, this ratio isn't quite right. I think we should split it 50/50."
Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's face showed no joy; instead, his heart tightened.
He had indeed conceded on the previous ratio, but even the most powerful sales channels weren't worth half the profits.
After exchanging a glance with Chen Xin, Wusheng smiled gently, "Xiao Cheng, a 50/50 split is too much. You probably haven't done much business, so you don't have a good grasp of the concept. Even if we're family, you can't make concessions without any bottom line."
"Yes, Cheng'er, since Fengzhi has spoken, let's go with his suggestion." Chen Xin also chimed in, her tone feigning displeasure, "How can a teacher take advantage of their disciple?"
Seeing this, Su Cheng quickly bowed and admitted his mistake, "I was rash. Let's do as the Sect Master says."
Inwardly, however, he sighed. Since that was the case, he would have to give up all the profits.
He hadn't expected Ning Fengzhi's senses to be so sharp; it seemed he had detected some of his thoughts through just this small detail.
Su Cheng had no intention of building a powerful force; wealth was merely an external thing to him—enough was enough, too much was meaningless.
On the contrary, money was crucial for the operation of a sect.
Su Cheng had already decided to join the Spirit Hall after the Soul Master Competition, using the extra profits as a final favor to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
However, Ning Fengzhi seemed to have a premonition, directly rejecting his proposal and even sending Chen Xin to persuade him.
What Su Cheng didn't mention was that there was a countermeasure to this potion.
After completing his plan, he intended to send the countermeasure to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School after a while, to avoid too many unexpected variables caused by the potion.
He had no intention of harming the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. How much
money they could earn and how much influence they could expand during this time depended on Ning Fengzhi's own methods.
After leaving the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, Su Cheng returned to Heaven Dou City.
This time, however, he didn't return to the academy but instead wandered around the city.
From afar, a long queue stretched as far as the eye could see outside a fruit shop.
A woman was bustling about at the entrance.
She was slender and graceful, her back view alone enough to make one's heart flutter.
Then she turned around, her head wrapped in a rustic headscarf, her face somewhat dusty, yet her beauty remained undeniable.
It was hard to say how many people in the long queue were genuinely there to buy fruit, and how many were there simply to steal a glance at the woman's beauty.
Seeing this scene from a distance, Su Cheng shook his head and chuckled lightly, then swaggered over to the very front of the line.
His action immediately drew a murmur of discontent.
"Hey! Don't you know how to queue?!"
"Where did this brat come from? How rude!"
"Soul Masters don't have to queue? Look closely, I'm a Soul Master too!"
"I'm a big customer of Yuexuan."
"..."
Hearing the commotion, Ah Yin, who had her back to the shop door, turned around. When she saw Su Cheng smiling at her, she was startled at first, then quickly lowered her head.
She had been doing the same things as ordinary people these past few days and had never used her soul power, so she hadn't sensed Su Cheng's approach.
Otherwise, given their relationship, she should have noticed him long ago.
The next moment, a middle-aged woman suddenly rushed out of the shop angrily, shouting, "Who dares to cause trouble here?"
She could run a small shop in Tiandou City, where land was incredibly valuable, so although she wasn't a Soul Master, she obviously had some background.
The environment of the Tiandou Empire was different from that of the Star Luo Empire. Here, the strength of the nobles varied greatly, and it was hard to say which ordinary person with no cultivation might be related to a noble.
Soul Masters are rare, and given the good security of the imperial city, she wasn't afraid of anyone.
"Sister, you've misunderstood," Su Cheng said with a polite smile to the woman. "I'm here to pick someone up."
He then pointed to Ah Yin, who was standing silently with her head down beside him.
The woman was taken aback at first, then carefully examined Su Cheng, nodding inwardly to herself. He spoke pleasantly, possessed an extraordinary air, and certainly didn't seem like a bad person.
Seeing Ah Yin's slightly embarrassed expression, she suddenly understood.
Smiling, she said, "You're her husband, aren't you? You have such a beautiful wife, yet you don't seem to take good care of her. I saw her wandering around the city for a few days, and when I asked her anything, she wouldn't say anything, so I left her at the shop to look after her. Don't make your wife angry again, or she'll run away from home."
Soul Masters develop early, and although Su Cheng looked slightly younger than Ah Yin, they weren't that far apart.
Considering Ah Yin's pure and innocent aura, the two really did seem like peers.
Su Cheng didn't care how a stranger might misunderstand, but seeing Ah Yin's face flushed red, as if she wanted to explain but didn't know how to start, he smiled and explained, "Sister, you've misunderstood. She's my older sister."
He pointed to the side of her head with his right hand, "She has a problem here. She went missing a while ago, and her family was very worried. It took me a lot of effort to find her." "
No wonder," the woman nodded knowingly.
Although she didn't think the girl was stupid, some of her words and actions were indeed overly naive, as if she had never left home and was completely clueless about everything.
If it were a ten-year-old girl, such naivety would be normal, but this girl looked to be around twenty, and still acted this way; perhaps there was something wrong with her head.
Thinking of this, she looked at Ah Yin with a hint of pity and earnestly instructed, "Then you must keep a close eye on your sister from now on, and don't let her go out alone again."
Ah Yin noticed Su Cheng's actions and words, and anger surged within her; she wanted to retort.
Seeing the woman's reaction, his face instantly turned bright red.
He turned away, head bowed, feeling utterly ashamed.
Reflecting on his experiences and actions over the past few days, he realized he hadn't exactly been clever.
The three-day deadline has passed; time to catch up. The next chapter will be posted later today.
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