Douluo Continent: Targeted Thoughts, Winning Over Bibi Dong at the Start

When Ning Chen woke up, it was already broad daylight.

He sat up abruptly in bed, looking around at the unfamiliar furnishings. The room was simple yet luxurious, with a faint scent of sandalwood floating in the air, completely different from the style of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

It was only then that he fully realized he was no longer in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Ning Chen sat on the edge of the bed, lost in thought for a long while, before finally letting out a low sigh, a hint of confusion and helplessness flashing in his eyes.

He quickly straightened his clothes, pushed open the door, and stepped out of the room. As soon as he stepped outside, he saw a figure slowly cultivating in the courtyard; it was Qin Heng.

At this moment, Qin Heng was shirtless, sitting cross-legged on a stone platform in the center of the courtyard. He was surrounded by faint ice and fire energies. The icy blue and crimson energies rotated slowly like a tai chi symbol, creating a very mysterious scene.

Ning Chen hesitated for a moment, then slowly walked over and quietly waited for Qin Heng to finish his practice.

A moment later, Qin Heng slowly opened his eyes, two beams of icy and fiery light flashing and disappearing in an instant. He looked at Ning Chen and nodded slightly.

Ning Chen immediately bowed respectfully, his attitude respectful yet slightly distant: "Good morning, Young Master Qin."

Qin Heng waved his hand and said casually, "No need for so much formality. I don't like these kinds of formalities."

"Yes," Ning Chen replied, then stood quietly to the side without saying anything more.

Qin Heng sized him up and down, then said expressionlessly, "Ning Chen, yesterday in front of the Grand Elder you said you were unwilling to betray the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. This shows that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School holds a lot of importance in your heart, am I right?"

Ning Chen tensed slightly, but did not deny it.

Qin Heng stood up, put on his outer robe, put his hands behind his back, and continued in a calm but powerfully oppressive voice: "Since that's the case, then I'll tell you the whole truth today."

Your father, Ning Fengzhi, is far too fond of stirring up trouble. For years, he's constantly spouting the phrase "the three upper sects are of one mind," cultivating connections everywhere while secretly opposing the Spirit Hall. You should know very well that he will one day… surely die at the hands of the Spirit Hall.

Ning Chen's pupils contracted sharply, and his face instantly turned pale.

Qin Heng looked directly into his eyes and said, word by word, "Whether the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will still exist at that time depends on you."

"Look at me?" Ning Chen asked instinctively, looking completely bewildered.

"good."

Qin Heng nodded, his tone suddenly softening: "I have no intention of destroying the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Therefore, I am willing to give you a chance. You do not need to be loyal to the entire Spirit Hall, you only need to be loyal to me."

I will give you the opportunity to evolve your martial soul, allowing you to possess potential far exceeding your current level. After your father dies, you will return to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and take charge of the sect for me.

Upon hearing this, Ning Chen gave a bitter smile: "Is there a difference between pledging allegiance to Young Master Qin and pledging allegiance to the Spirit Hall?"

"Of course."

Qin Heng smiled faintly, a sharp glint in his eyes: "To be loyal to me, you only need to submit to me alone and obey my orders."

If you pledge allegiance to the Spirit Hall, you'll need to obey the orders of many more people: the Elder Hall, the Offering Hall, the Pope Hall... At that point, you won't be able to protect the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

"Because within the Spirit Hall, there are many who covet the wealth and resources your sect has accumulated over countless years."

Qin Heng took a step forward, his voice low yet incredibly alluring: "But I am different. I only want the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's loyalty and support capabilities; as for the sect's wealth and heritage, I can leave them to you."

"Ning Chen, this is your only chance. Will you watch helplessly as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School falls apart and is divided up after your father's death, or will you become the new sect leader, preserve and even revitalize the sect?"

After Qin Heng finished speaking, he stood there with his hands behind his back, no longer speaking, quietly waiting for Ning Chen's reply.

A long silence fell over the courtyard.

Ning Chen lowered his head, his hands trembling slightly at his sides, his expression constantly changing, clearly indicating that his heart was in turmoil.

After a long silence, he finally raised his head and asked in a hoarse voice, "Young Master Qin, why did you give me this opportunity?"

Qin Heng looked at him, a meaningful smile playing on his lips: "Because I need someone who understands the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, is smart enough, and can be of use to me."