Chapter 289: Ning Rongrong’s Little Schemes – Has the Little Cotton Jacket Let in Some Wind?

This revelation left Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin shocked. After all, Su Ming was still only a Spirit Ancestor (Soul Sect), yet he had such a powerful defensive spirit ability?

Ning Fengzhi scolded, "Uncle Gu, why didn't you tell me and Sword Uncle earlier? Why wait until now?"

Gu Rong chuckled, "Fengzhi, I did give you a rough explanation before, but I saved this bit for now to make a bigger impact."

Ning Fengzhi shook his head, realizing that Gu Rong was trying to advocate for Su Ming. Otherwise, why bring this up at this specific moment?

Chen Xin frowned and said, "Old Bones, I understand your point, but aren't you worried that Rongrong might suffer if she stays with Su Ming? From what you're saying, Su Ming will likely have more than just two women in the future."

Gu Rong sighed, "Old Swordsman, you know I adore Rongrong just as much as you do. Of course, I've thought about that. But seeing how Su Ming treats Rongrong, I don't think we need to worry too much. Besides, Rongrong herself doesn't seem to mind, and I wouldn't want to break them up."

Ning Fengzhi finally spoke, "And let's not forget that in our effort to win Su Ming's favor, we already gave him the secret to controlling the mind. On top of that, his talisman-making is crucial to the safety of our clan's disciples. If we break them up now, we'll be making an enemy of Su Ming."

"All things considered, Su Ming is actually a very suitable candidate to be the son-in-law of our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan, isn't he? I suspect his reluctance to marry into the family stems from his awareness of his own situation. He knows he's too sentimental. If he were to marry into our clan, for the sake of the clan's prestige, he'd be forced to choose just one woman."

"I'm also quite curious about Su Ming's defensive ability. When he arrives, I hope to witness it myself. I just wonder if it can withstand a full attack from a Title Douluo."

Chen Xin grunted, "Then let me be the one to test it later. Honestly, I understand all the reasoning, but it still bothers me!"

Ning Fengzhi wasn't surprised by Sword Douluo's reaction. Though Gu Rong was trying to smooth things over for Su Ming, Chen Xin wasn't the type to let go of things easily. However, Ning Fengzhi cautioned, "Sword Uncle, feel free to test it, but don't go overboard. We're hosting Su Ming, and we can't lose our manners or put Rongrong in an awkward position."

Chen Xin huffed, "Don't worry, Fengzhi. I'll be mindful."

Not long after, Su Ming and Ning Rongrong arrived at the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. As soon as Ning Rongrong spotted her father and the two elders from a distance, she excitedly waved her hand, "Father, Sword Grandpa, Bone Grandpa, I'm back!"

With that, she dashed forward using the Lingbo Microstep technique, arriving quickly in front of Ning Fengzhi.

"Father, Grandpas, what do you think of my Lingbo Microstep? Pretty fast, huh?"

Ning Fengzhi smiled and nodded, "Very fast. Our Rongrong is becoming more and more capable."

Seeing Ning Rongrong rush forward so quickly, Su Ming felt it was inappropriate to walk leisurely, so he used a movement technique to appear before them in an instant.

This display of speed left the three men inwardly astonished. Su Ming's movement was much faster than Rongrong's Lingbo Microstep. They couldn't help but wonder just how proficient Su Ming had become with the technique.

Ning Rongrong had deliberately shown off her skill with a bit of her own cunning, hoping to soften her family's stance and make them go easier on Su Ming.

Of course, her little scheme didn't escape the notice of her father and the two elders. They could only smile inwardly. Was their precious little girl's "cotton jacket" beginning to let in some wind?

But Ning Rongrong wasn't finished. She stepped back, spun around playfully, and blinked mischievously. "Father, Grandpas, want to guess what my current spirit power level is?"

The three men exchanged confused glances. Gu Rong remembered that Rongrong had just reached the 35th level during their last meeting, only two months ago. He ventured a guess, "Level 37?"

It was already a bold guess, considering she had just recently broken through to level 35. Since she asked, he figured the increase must have been significant.

To their surprise, Ning Rongrong shook her head.

"Bone Grandpa, you guessed wrong. Try again!" she teased.

Chen Xin spoke hesitantly, "Rongrong, don't tell me you've reached level 39?"

Ning Rongrong giggled, "So close, Sword Grandpa, but still wrong!"

At that, the three men's eyes widened in shock. "Level 40?!"

"Bingo!" Ning Rongrong beamed.

Su Ming stood aside, quietly watching Ning Rongrong's performance. He couldn't help but smile. Her playful antics were quite amusing.

However, instead of celebrating her rapid advancement, the three men grew worried. "Rongrong, you didn't use any improper methods to force your spirit power up, did you? That could damage your foundation!"

They all looked to Su Ming, thinking he might have had a hand in this rapid advancement.

Before Su Ming could respond, Ning Rongrong summoned her martial spirit and smiled, "Don't worry, Father, Grandpas. Take a look at my martial spirit. There's nothing harmful about this. In fact, Su Ming helped me a lot!"

The three men, still puzzled, moved closer. Ning Fengzhi was the first to notice something unusual. His eyes widened in shock, "Rongrong… Your martial spirit… Nine layers!"

Upon hearing this, Gu Rong and Chen Xin were equally stunned. Ning Rongrong's martial spirit had evolved into the Nine-Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda!

Ning Rongrong nodded proudly. "That's right! Su Ming gave me an immortal herb called Qiluo Tulip. After absorbing it, my spirit power reached level 40, and more importantly, my martial spirit evolved!"

Ning Fengzhi stared at the Nine-Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in front of him, overwhelmed with excitement. The problem that had plagued their clan for so many years had been resolved, all thanks to Su Ming!

Seeing Ning Fengzhi's reaction, Chen Xin sighed inwardly. Su Ming had indeed played his cards well. It seemed Ning Fengzhi would likely approve of Su Ming and Rongrong's relationship after all.

Su Ming's contribution wasn't just to Rongrong but to the entire Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan.

Realizing that her plan had likely succeeded, Ning Rongrong added with a smile, "Alright, Father, Grandpas, now you understand my intentions. So, you're not allowed to give Su Ming a hard time!"

Gu Rong chuckled at her. The last time they met, she had just been calling him "Su Ming." Now it was "Su Ming gege (brother)." How things had changed!