The Female CEO's Personal Bodyguard

Chapter 3487 You can't rely on anyone but yourself
"That's how it is."

Nangong Li casually pointed to the tents or magical artifact-like dwellings scattered throughout the valley: "Everyone is afraid of missing this martial arts contest for marriage, so they all came here long in advance to wait. Although it's not time yet, there are people fighting here every day. In their words, they are clearing out the irrelevant people who have no chance of winning the competition in advance."

"Aside from those who provoke fights, there are also people setting up stalls here to do business, selling pills, refining weapons, and all sorts of other things. Anyway, there are many cultivators gathered here, so a demand market is naturally formed, and there's no fear of not having customers."

"As for the specifics of this martial arts contest to choose a husband, we don't know. The Sage did appear once and greeted everyone, telling them to wait patiently and that everything would be clear on the appointed day."

Ning Hesheng nodded: "In that case, let's wait."

Nangong Li said enthusiastically, "We've reserved a spot over there, and there aren't many people around. You can be our neighbors, and we can have some tea and chat when we have time."

Ning Hesheng couldn't very well refuse Nangong Li's enthusiasm, and besides, with everyone watching, he figured Nangong Li wouldn't be able to launch any sneak attacks, so he readily agreed, "Okay!"

Even if the other party has ill intentions towards me, there is still the Saint-level Demon Lord, Mei Shi, in the Linglong Tower.

Next to Nangong Li's quaint little building, a small hut containing magical artifacts was placed, providing a place to rest.

Nangong Li set up a tea table at the door and began to boil water and brew tea, not forgetting to invite Ning Hesheng.

Ning Hesheng was also a prodigy. Although his sect background might not be as powerful as Nangong Li's, he was no less capable than Nangong Li in terms of interpersonal skills, temperament, and demeanor.

The two sat at the table, drinking tea and chatting about everything under the sun, enjoying a lively and pleasant time.

After that conversation, the topic naturally returned to the martial arts contest for marriage. Ning Hesheng asked, "Fellow Daoist, you've been here for quite some time. You must know a little about these people who have come to participate in the contest. Are there any formidable opponents?"

Nangong Li chuckled and said, "Isn't my strongest opponent sitting right in front of me? Haha?"

Before Ning Hesheng could reply, Nangong Li waved his hand and said with a smile, "Just kidding, Fellow Daoist He, you don't need to take it to heart. Our friendship is open and aboveboard. Even if we both participate in the martial arts competition, we can have a good fight on the stage. Winning is winning, losing is losing, and we will accept it calmly. It won't affect our friendship."

What kind of relationship do we have?

Ning Hesheng thought to himself, but smiled and said, "Of course, let your abilities speak for themselves, and leave no regrets."

Nangong Li praised, "Yes, go all out and leave no regrets. But wow, there are quite a few people here this time, and quite a few of them are very famous..."

Nangong Li pointed to a small building on a mountain peak in the distance: "Look there, that guy who likes to stand on the mountaintop and look down at the valley is Dugu Feng, a genius from the Haiyuan Sect. He is quite famous in this area and is considered a strong competitor."

Nangong Li then pointed to the valley in the distance: "In that valley lives a ruthless fellow, known as Blood Wolf Zhu Lie. This guy is a rogue, and it is said that he has a great opportunity. He obtained an extraordinary cultivation technique in a holy domain, and his combat power is high, no less than these proud talents of powerful families."

"This guy is decisive and ruthless, and it's said he's connected to multiple cases, but there's no concrete evidence, and since the victims in these cases have all disappeared, naturally no one bothers to investigate further..."

Nangong Li seemed to want to continue the introduction, but after thinking about it, he stopped.

There are a few others, some with reputations and considerable strength, but after thinking about it, I'm afraid they're no match for us, so let's not mention them.

After listening to Nangong Li's introduction, Ning Hesheng laughed and said, "It seems there are quite a few people eyeing this Great Dao Spirit." Nangong Li sighed and said, "Our Celestial God Clan has extraordinary talent and no cultivation bottlenecks. As long as we have cultivation resources and enough time, we can definitely reach the Quasi-Saint Realm. The Celestial God Realm is vast and boundless, so you can imagine how many Quasi-Saints there are—they are simply countless. But how many Great Dao Spirits are there?"

"Compared to the number of Quasi-Saints of the Celestial Race, the number of Great Dao Spirits is just a drop in the ocean, a mere trifle. Don't be fooled by these so-called Holy Sons, Prodigies, and Monsters; they still can't obtain Great Dao Spirits and are just as miserable, having to fight for their lives on their own."

Ning Hesheng stared at Nangong Li and asked with a strange expression, "It may be difficult for others, but Tianxing Sect is also a powerful sect. You have a transcendent status in the sect. It's impossible that you can't obtain a share of the Great Dao Spirit, right?"

Nangong Li curled his lips: "I am indeed outstanding among the disciples, and no one can compare to me. But above me, there are many senior uncles and senior masters. Among these people, there are also many powerful individuals. Even if the sect obtains the spirit of the Great Dao, it will definitely be given to them first. How could it possibly be my turn?"

"If I, as their disciple, become a saint, they won't have any objections. If I become a saint, then those who are slightly inferior to me, will it be their turn next time?"

Upon hearing this, Ning Hesheng was speechless.

Yes, what Nangong Li said is indeed a problem.

In powerful sects, there are many talented and powerful prodigies, and everyone wants to become a saint. However, the spirit of the Great Dao is only so rare. So what can be done?

It's all about seniority, so let's take turns!

Nangong Li may be very powerful, but in terms of seniority, he is obviously inferior to his elders. Therefore, even if someone in the sect obtains the spirit of the Great Dao, it is unlikely that it will be his turn right now.

Ning Hesheng thought about his own sect and realized that the situation was pretty much the same.

If the Great Dao Spirit is obtained within the sect, would you use it for yourself?

Ning Hesheng thought about it objectively and finally came to the conclusion that Zongnei would not give him this opportunity.

That's why the sect gave me the opportunity to participate in the last trial, letting me try to seize it. After all, I have the strongest combat power, and my chances of obtaining the Spirit of the Great Dao are the highest if I participate in the trial.

Of course, in that sense, Zongnei did give him a chance, but he messed it up in the end.

If this happened now, wouldn't Nangong Li be the same as he was before?

If you have an opportunity to fight for it, then fight for it yourself. If you can win it, then it belongs to you. If you can't win it, then you're not destined for it, so just keep waiting.

Ning Hesheng smiled bitterly and said, "Yes, it's not easy anywhere. In the end, you still have to rely on yourself."

Nangong Li laughed heartily: "Yes, that hits the nail on the head. In this world, you can't rely on anyone; you can only rely on yourself."

Ning Hesheng nodded and picked up his cup: "Then I wish you all your wishes come true this time, fellow Daoist."

Nangong Li smiled and raised his glass: "Then let's wish each other well. Hmm, I hope it's one of us, and that no one else gets this opportunity..."

(End of this chapter)