Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Spinning Top, Explosive Warrior

The maid responded, left, and closed the door.

Manager Ning then turned to Wang Teng, his smile widening. He cupped his hands in greeting and said, "Friend, may I ask your name?"

"My name is Wang Teng."

Wang Teng stood up and returned the greeting.

The moment the other person entered, Wang Teng sensed a clear fluctuation of soul power.

The Five Rings Soul King.

The fluctuation was made undisguised, clearly intentionally made to make him aware of it.

Wang Teng remained outwardly calm, but his mind was racing.

The two then took their seats.

The maid who had been there earlier came back in and poured tea for Wang Teng and his companion.

Then, Steward Ning waved him away.

At this moment, only the two of them remained in the private room.

Manager Ning picked up his teacup, took a sip, put the cup down, looked at Wang Teng with a smile, and asked, "Young Brother Wang, where did you get that token from?"

“That’s no ordinary thing; it’s the highest-level token within our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.”

"Logically speaking, this kind of thing shouldn't fall into the hands of outsiders."

Manager Ning said this with a smile, but his narrowed eyes revealed a sharp gaze.

However, Wang Teng was prepared; the token was of legitimate origin and not stolen.

Wang Teng calmly explained the origin of the token, saying, "This token was given to me by your clan's eldest daughter, Ning Rongrong."

"Rongrong and I were classmates at Shrek Academy. We studied together at the academy before."

“I came to Tiandou City on business this time. Before I left, she gave me this token, saying that I could get some help from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School’s properties in Tiandou City.”

Chapter 208 The Passionate Steward Ning

Wang Teng used the word "classmate" naturally and briefly mentioned his time at Shrek Academy to avoid arousing suspicion.

Upon hearing this, Manager Ning's scrutinizing expression vanished, replaced by an even warmer smile.

He laughed and patted Wang Teng on the shoulder, saying, "So you're the young lady's friend!"

"Oh, Brother Wang, please don't take offense. I'm just used to being cautious. The sect's rules are there, so I have to ask clearly."

"Haha, since we're on the same side, everything is negotiable!"

Wang Teng was swayed by the pat on the shoulder, and felt that the change in attitude was a bit too fast.

Then, Wang Teng calmly withdrew his arm and said, "Manager Ning, I did come here this time because I have some things I would like to ask your sect for help with."

"Tell me, brother!"

Manager Ning patted his chest and assured him, "As long as it's within my power, I guarantee I'll handle it perfectly for you."

"Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School may not be able to do much else, but there are few things we can't accomplish in Heaven Dou City."

So Wang Teng explained his purpose: "I'm going to Sunset Forest in a couple of days and would like to ask your sect to help me prepare some things."

"Mainly antidotes and healing medicines, the more types the better."

"Also, help me collect some poison, any type, as long as it's useful, I want it."

After hearing this, Manager Ning was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter and said, "I thought it was something important!"

"Don't worry, Brother Wang, I'll take care of this little thing."

"Our Qibao Auction House may not have much else, but it has a lot of goods, especially medicinal herbs."

"What you need isn't anything particularly rare, just ordinary medicine. You can have as much as you want."

"By the way, bro, how much are you planning to get?"

"The quantity doesn't need to be too large, but the variety must be complete."

Wang Teng said earnestly.

"Alright, I'll have someone prepare it right away."

Manager Ning was about to get up and leave when he said that.

"Manager Ning, we haven't discussed the price yet."

Wang Teng immediately stood up and called out to him.

Manager Ning turned around, his smile widening, and explained, "Price? Hahaha, brother, you're underestimating me."

"This little bit of stuff is nothing, consider it a little gift from your brother."

"From now on, if you put in a good word for your brother in front of the young lady, that will be better than anything else."

Wang Teng frowned slightly, sensing something was amiss, and said, "This... isn't quite right?"

"What's wrong with it?"

Manager Ning waved his hand and said again, "We might all be family in the future, what's a little something like this?"

"Besides, these medicinal herbs aren't worth much anyway, so don't be so polite with me."

"Alright, sit down and have some tea. I'll go arrange it for you right away."

After saying that, Manager Ning did not wait for Wang Teng to refuse again, and turned to leave the private room.

Wang Teng sat down in the chair, picked up his teacup, and took a sip.

The tea is of excellent quality, with a sweet aftertaste and a subtle floral fragrance.

He looked at the closed door of the private room and shook his head.

"They really are rich and powerful."

In the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Steward Ning returned.

He held a ring in his hand and handed it to Wang Teng as soon as he entered, saying, "Brother, I've prepared everything for you."

"The antidote, healing medicine, and all kinds of poisons you requested have been provided."

"Also, my brother took it upon himself to add some things to your things."

"These are all dry rations specially made for food-type Soul Masters. They can be stored for a long time without spoiling. This storage ring itself also has a preservation effect, so it's perfect to take into the forest."

Wang Teng took the ring and put it on the finger of his left hand.

The ring is silver, finely crafted, and engraved with delicate patterns.

He sent a wisp of his soul power inside and was secretly surprised.

The storage space is as big as a room, and it's crammed full.

All kinds of medicines were neatly stacked, and each bottle was labeled with its intended use.

They are for detoxification, healing, and restoring soul power. Among them, there are several types of detoxification products, each targeting different toxins.

The poisons section is even more diverse, with the names on the labels alone being dazzling.

In the corner were boxes of dry rations, as well as tents, tinder, ropes, bandages, ointments, several weapons, and even several sets of spare clothes.

Wang Teng withdrew his soul power, looked up at Steward Ning, solemnly cupped his hands in thanks, and said gratefully, "Thank you very much, Brother Ning. I will remember this kindness."

"Oh, don't be so polite!"

Manager Ning, all smiles, asked, "Brother, is there anything else you need to do?"

"If you're free, I've arranged a welcome dinner for you. Let's have a good drink together."

Without waiting for Wang Teng's agreement, he pulled him outside.

Wang Teng spent the entire afternoon at the Qibao Auction House.

Manager Ning showed him what true wealth and power really meant.

The contents of that storage ring, even just a few of them, would be enough to feed an ordinary person for more than half a year.

The welcoming banquet was outrageously lavish.

The wine is brewed from the fruit of plant-type soul beasts and carries a faint fluctuation of soul power.

The dishes were served one by one, the worst of which was made from the meat of a thousand-year-old soul beast, and there were several dishes made from the meat of a ten-thousand-year-old soul beast, some of which Wang Teng couldn't even name.

After a few rounds of drinks, Wang Teng loosened up.

The two clinked glasses and chatted quite amiably.

At the same time, Wang Teng, taking advantage of his drunken state, inquired about some things from Manager Ning.

For example: the distribution of major forces in Tiandou City.

Wang Teng asked these questions ostensibly to avoid offending important figures, but in reality, his mind was entirely focused on the location of Poison Douluo Dugu Bo's residence.

Manager Ning was in high spirits after drinking and spoke freely, revealing everything he knew.

When the banquet ended, Wang Teng was already somewhat drunk.

Suddenly, Wang Teng slapped his forehead, remembering that he should prepare some other things.

So he quickly pulled Manager Ning aside and asked, "Brother Ning, I would like to ask you to help me make some things. It would be best if I could use them before I leave tomorrow morning."

"Tell me, brother!"

Wang Teng recited a string of names.

A detailed topographic map of Sunset Forest, preferably one that marks dangerous areas.

Telescopes and periscopes are used to observe the terrain.

A protective bodysuit, made of soul beast hide, the sturdier the better.

There are also boxes of various materials: jade, wood, iron, and gold, in several of each size.

Manager Ning wrote everything down and assured him that it would be ready by tomorrow morning.

That night, Wang Teng stayed in a guest room behind the auction house.