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He had to admit that what Xiao Wu said was true.
If I were to face Zhu Zhuqing, and without using hidden weapons or other external means, relying solely on a battle of martial spirits, the outcome would likely be quite unfavorable...
However, his deep trust and respect for his teacher, Yu Xiaogang, prevailed.
It was his teacher's theories that guided his cultivation; without his teacher, there would be no Tangshan today.
Tang Shan is a person who respects teachers and values keeping promises. Since he made a promise to his teacher, he must not change his mind because of temporary power imbalance.
Therefore, Xiao Wu's opinion was rejected by him without hesitation.
Chapter 25 Ning Rongrong's Self-Introduction
Looking at Tang Shan's determined profile, Xiao Wu had for the first time the thought that Tang Shan was utterly unreasonable.
She knew she had no control over his decision, and felt a little disappointed, glancing back every few steps in the direction of the Supreme Academy.
Looking at the three figures standing side by side, the man was handsome and extraordinary, and the girls each had their own unique charm, like a harmonious and dazzling painting. She couldn't help but feel a deep sense of envy.
At this moment, Ning Rongrong was completely under Jiang Yunzhou's control.
His near-perfect handsome appearance, his irresistible charm, and his unfathomable strength...
All of this dazzled her and completely captivated her.
She discovered that this handsome and powerful man seemed to have an unusual interest in gold coins.
Looking down at myself, my face clearly screams "I'm good at flipping checks!"
Is she thinking about whether she can use money to increase her favorability?
Or even, buy him outright?
Just as she was immersed in her wild fantasies, weaving a script of 'a rich woman and her warlike young husband', a clear and cheerful voice rang in her ear:
"Miss Ning, I'm sorry, I had to deal with a little unexpected situation. I'm sorry to have kept you waiting." Jiang Yunzhou greeted her with a smile, his attitude gentle.
Ning Rongrong snapped back to reality, as if her secret had been exposed. She quickly waved her hand, speaking so fast it was almost without thinking: "It's okay! It's okay! Hello! My name is Ning Rongrong, I'm twelve years old, I own a mansion, and my allowance is in the tens of millions. There's also a major sect waiting for me to return and inherit! I'm just waiting for my father to pass away one day so I can inherit his billions!"
She took a deep breath, completely oblivious to Zhu Zhuqing's stunned expression, and continued her barrage: "And! I've been single my whole life, my private life is as clean as a blank sheet of paper! My hymen and first kiss are still intact! My ultimate dream is to become a support-type titled Douluo! Giving my lover speed, strength, and attributes boosts are all my specialties! At most, at most I can accept having 12 children..."
She concluded her speech with a resounding voice, her eyes shining as she looked at Jiang Yunzhou, "Teacher, when are we getting married?"
Jiang Yunzhou: "..."
Zhu Zhuqing: "???"
Jiang Yunzhou was completely stunned. Even with his extensive experience, he never expected to hear such a groundbreaking self-introduction.
He's here to take on apprentices, not to find a wife on "If You Are the One"!
Zhu Zhuqing was also stunned; she hadn't expected that self-introductions could be done this way.
Aside from not having an enormous allowance and family fortune, she seems to meet all the other conditions Ning Rongrong mentioned?
She inwardly raged: If Ning Rongrong can accept it, so can she! She could even accept thirteen!
Suddenly, a strong sense of crisis welled up in my heart.
If Ning Rongrong, who is good at spending money, really becomes a junior sister, will she directly squeeze out her position in the teacher's heart?
It's no wonder she thought that way; even just thinking about such suggestive words made her cheeks burn, and she simply couldn't bring herself to say them.
No, she would find it difficult to think of something so specific and comprehensive!
Moreover, to make such a bold declaration in front of the teacher!
Jiang Yunzhou suppressed the urge to facepalm and tried his best to maintain the composure befitting a teacher.
He remained expressionless, feigning selective amnesia: "Miss Ning, what did you say just now? The wind was too strong, I didn't hear you clearly."
He cleared his throat, put on a serious expression, and formally extended the invitation: "Let me reintroduce myself. My name is Jiang Yunzhou, and I am the dean of the Supreme Academy. I admire your talent and would like to invite you to become my disciple. Would you be willing?"
Ning Rongrong felt as if she could hear the sound of her girlish heart breaking, and she felt like she had been dumped in an instant!
She laid out all her family's wealth and her life plans; isn't this man the one who loves money the most?
Aren't you even a little bit tempted?
Isn't winning over this rich woman the most important thing he should be doing right now?
Taking on a disciple? If I become his disciple, can I then become a rebellious disciple who defies his master?
She even began to seriously consider whether she should write a letter home now to ask her father what his opinion was on 'premarital pregnancy'.
After all, if you're planning to have 12 children, you need to plan ahead...
After struggling for a while, she looked at Jiang Yunzhou pleadingly and made a final effort: "Um, um, could I not be your apprentice, but your girlfriend? The kind where you provide food, lodging, and even a bed warmer, and I'd practically pay you to be mine?"
Jiang Yunzhou's lips twitched almost imperceptibly.
The world is a mess, people's hearts are all corrupt!
At this moment, Ning Rongrong was like a mango in Jiang Yunzhou's eyes.
Does Ning Rongrong also have some serious illness?
Absolutely! Being obsessed with love is a kind of illness!
Is it appropriate to say such vulgar and offensive words in front of outsiders?
He resisted a certain temptation, put on a stern face, and resolutely refused: "Hmm? You don't want to? Then forget it, the door's over there, please go ahead!"
Ning Rongrong panicked immediately; the plot wasn't unfolding as she expected!
Forget it, let's become disciples first. Once we're disciples, everything will be easier to discuss!
I'll write to my dad later and ask if we have any medicine at home that's particularly potent.
"Ah! Hahahaha..."
She chuckled awkwardly a few times, quickly trying to cover it up, "Teacher, I was just joking! I'll bow now! Master, please tell me what I should do?"
Jiang Yunzhou was puzzled; he'd never seen anyone so easily hooked...
No, it's like it comes with its own fishing rod and bait, jumping desperately into his fish basket!
That saved him a lot of trouble.
Sigh, yet another one has been conquered by my irresistible charm.
He sighed inwardly, but on the surface he coughed lightly, feigning seriousness: "Well, in that case, serve your teacher some tea."
Zhu Zhuqing, who was standing next to her, whispered, "Teacher, it seems there's no tea here."
"Oh? Is that so..."
Jiang Yunzhou's expression remained unchanged. "Water is fine too. It's just a ceremony. As long as the meaning is conveyed, that's enough."
Zhu Zhuqing was very thoughtful; she found a clean cup from somewhere, poured water into it, and handed it to Ning Rongrong.
Ning Rongrong held the water cup with both hands and respectfully handed it to Jiang Yunzhou. Her big eyes blinked, and she said something that was sure to shock everyone: "Teacher, please have some water! From now on, I'm your little darling disciple!"
"cough cough..."
Jiang Yunzhou almost choked on his own saliva, and his hand trembled as he took the water cup. "Disciple, don't talk nonsense! Alright, from today onwards, you will be my second personal disciple."
After saying that, he produced another sword-leaf bracelet as if by magic.
"This is my personal disciple's identification token, and also a storage bracelet. I bestow it upon you today as a gift for becoming my disciple. Keep it safe and accept it."
She noticed that Zhu Zhuqing also had the same style on her wrist, so she simply accepted it.
He took the bracelet, turned it over and over in his hand, his eyes full of curiosity, but he hesitated to put it on.
Jiang Yunzhou waited a moment, but didn't hear the system notification, so he couldn't help but urge them:
"Hurry up and put it on. Only after completing this last step will the apprenticeship ceremony be considered complete."
Chapter 26 Ning Rongrong: My throat is a little small...
The moment Ning Rongrong finally slipped the bracelet onto her wrist, a hint of suspicion flashed across her face. She stared blankly down at her wrist, as if she had sensed something inexplicable.
It was as if the bracelet suited her perfectly.
At this moment, Jiang Yunzhou once again froze, frozen in a daze.
Zhu Zhuqing was already experienced and not surprised, so she quietly stood guard to the side.
Just as Ning Rongrong was about to ask about her doubts, Zhu Zhuqing gently stopped her, saying, "Don't disturb the teacher. This is an old problem of hers; it will be fine in a moment."
She nodded obediently, but felt extremely regretful: if only she could have done something else with this perfect opportunity that was like time standing still... Sigh, what a waste.
Jiang Yunzhou's consciousness had already sunk into his mind, and the system's notification arrived as expected:
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have successfully accepted Ning Rongrong as your second disciple!]
[Disciple Ning Rongrong has been successfully bound to the host's second spirit ring slot!]
[The current host's second spirit ring age has been dynamically updated to: 2000 years]
[Ning Rongrong's information panel has been expanded:]
Name: Ning Rongrong
Qualification rating: S level
Martial Soul: Seven Treasures Exquisite Pagoda
Current Soul Power: Level 26
Soul Ring Configuration: Yellow, Yellow
[Ning Rongrong has undergone in-depth system analysis! A special growth gift pack is included.]
Martial Soul Advancement Pill *1: Can optimize the origin of a Martial Soul, greatly enhance its potential, and guide the Martial Soul to evolve towards a higher level.
Nine Revolutions Exquisite Path *1: Based on the supreme foundation of 'assistance is the Great Dao', it contains the subtle principles of energy manipulation and law amplification.
[Recommended supplementary cultivation method:]
The *Taishang Ganying Pian* (Treatise on the Response of the Supreme Being): Ultimately enhances mental cultivation, significantly strengthens the resilience, purity, and capacity of spiritual power, effectively resists external interference and inner demons, and maintains absolute calmness and stability during spellcasting. It is extremely beneficial to the *Linglong Xinqiao* (Exquisite Mind Aperture) and *Lingxi Yin* (Spiritual Connection), multiplying their effects.
[Compatibility Assessment: Perfect Match! This disciple possesses immense potential. This combination of techniques completely resolves his initial lack of self-defense capabilities and relatively limited amplification methods in the later stages. It endows him with diverse and strategic top-tier support capabilities, such as array construction, spiritual linking, and energy manipulation, and will ultimately guide his martial spirit to evolve into a natal magic weapon integrating offense, defense, and support—the Nine Treasures Exquisite Pagoda!]