Ning Fengzhi and the other two fell silent upon hearing Yang Podi's words.
However, Yang Podi ignored Ning Fengzhi's expression and continued speaking, "For example, here's a scenario. I have something I need to cooperate with the Spirit Empire on. Even if you have a blood feud with them, you must unconditionally support me."
After hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's face seemed almost flushed with blood.
On the side, Sword Douluo appeared unwilling. "Fengzhi, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and the Spirit Empire have a deep blood feud. Asking me to give up this hatred is something I simply cannot accept. I'd rather die than live like this."
Bone Douluo, standing beside him, didn't say a word, but his expression clearly mirrored Sword Douluo's stance.
After Yang Podi finished speaking, he simply looked at the three of them silently, saying nothing more.
In truth, everyone understood Ning Fengzhi's thoughts. He purely wanted to rely on Heavenly Academy to slowly nurture his disciples. When their strength was sufficient, he could rebuild the clan, and perhaps even leverage the academy as a powerful ally against the Spirit Empire.
Moreover, with the terrifying pace of Heavenly Academy's development in recent years, it was clear they had come across extraordinary opportunities. If he could access such opportunities, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's future growth would be limitless.
But if they followed Yang Podi's conditions, joining Heavenly Academy meant they would merely become ordinary teachers, unable to spread ideas of revenge or ambitions of dominance. Wouldn't that mean forever becoming a subsidiary of the academy? It might even mean that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan would cease to exist entirely in the future.
Ning Fengzhi's expression suddenly became calm. "Although we are few in number now, if we join Heavenly Academy, the academy's strength will significantly increase. Even if you face conflicts with the Spirit Empire in the future, we will be a tremendous asset."
"Moreover, with Heavenly Academy's current strength, the Spirit Empire may not continue to tolerate your neutrality. Especially once they unify the continent, it's likely that conflicts between the two sides will arise."
Hearing this, Yang Podi couldn't help but let out a cold laugh. "There's no need for Sect Master Ning to worry about that. While the Spirit Empire may be strong, in my eyes, they are nothing special. As for whether there will be conflicts between us in the future, that will depend on whether they have the guts to stir trouble at my Heavenly Academy."
"Of course, if anyone within Heavenly Academy dares to deliberately create conflict and provoke disputes, I won't hesitate to let them experience my methods."
As Yang Podi finished speaking, the entire room seemed to grow cold. Even though there was no soul power fluctuation from him, Sword Douluo, as powerful as he was, felt a chill deep in his soul.
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi suddenly stood up and bowed deeply to Yang Podi. "Thank you, Your Excellency. We are willing to join Heavenly Academy. From now on, everything we do will comply with the academy's rules, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan will cease to exist."
Yang Podi smiled and nodded. "Sect Master Ning, you are indeed decisive. Rest assured, Heavenly Academy treats everyone equally. From now on, consider Heavenly Academy your home."
Ning Fengzhi revealed a bitter smile. "Your Excellency, you jest. From now on, there will no longer be a Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, nor a sect master. Please just call me Mr. Ning or Fengzhi."
After further discussions, both sides finalized the arrangements for Ning Fengzhi and the others joining Heavenly Academy.
Once the talks were over, Yang Zhentian personally escorted Ning Fengzhi and the other two out of the conference room.
By this time, Ning Fengzhi was no longer the elegant figure he once was. His steps were unsteady, and he appeared far more desolate than ever before.
Watching their departing figures, Yang Podi couldn't help but sigh. "Fate is unpredictable. Even a hero of his time has ultimately fallen into decline."
As for whether Ning Fengzhi and the others joined Heavenly Academy, Yang Podi didn't really care. At this point, they were just a few decent fighters who couldn't stir up much trouble, nor would they dare to act recklessly under his watch.
As for ambition or aspirations, once they joined Heavenly Academy, their identities would be reduced to just one: teachers at the academy. Their past glory would fade like clouds of smoke.
After Ning Fengzhi and the others left, Sword Douluo seemed puzzled. "Fengzhi, why did you agree to this? No matter how difficult things get in the future, as long as I and Old Bones are here, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan will always have a chance to rise again."
Ning Fengzhi shook his head bitterly. "Uncle Jian, there's no chance anymore. Neither you nor Uncle Bone can push your strength any further. It's impossible to ever reach the level of Qian Daoliu or Bibi Dong. And as for our disciples, they are limited by their martial spirit and will never break through to the rank of Soul Douluo."
"All these years, I've poured my heart into trying to make our clan more glorious and powerful. But whether it's the Clear Sky Clan or the Spirit Empire, we are too weak by comparison. Or perhaps, our growth is simply too constrained. A single support-type martial spirit cannot hold up an entire clan."
"Moreover, Uncle Jian, Uncle Bone, the two of you have fought for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan for most of your lives. I really don't want to see either of you fall in battle, nor do I want our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial spirit to lose its inheritors."
Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo fell silent upon hearing this. They had witnessed the clan's peak and its decline. Even though they had given their all, it was ultimately beyond their ability to save it.
Ning Fengzhi continued, "In the past, our Upper Three Clans commanded respect across the continent. Even when facing the Spirit Hall, we could hold our own. But what about now? The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan has already been annihilated, and the Clear Sky Clan is likely doomed as well. If we can preserve the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's legacy, that's already a blessing."
"To be honest, I've always envied Yang Wudi and his clan's way of life. Staying away from worldly disputes and clan struggles, without so many schemes or intrigues, living simple and carefree days. From now on, Uncle Jian, you can focus entirely on pursuing the higher realms of swordsmanship. And Uncle Bone, you can finally do what you've always wanted."
At this moment, Ning Rongrong suddenly appeared and ran straight into Ning Fengzhi's arms. "Dad, Grandpa Sword, Grandpa Bone, I heard you've joined Heavenly Academy. That's wonderful! Now we'll never have to be separated again."
Ning Fengzhi, Sword Douluo, and Bone Douluo exchanged glances, a rare sense of comfort appearing in their hearts.
Ning Fengzhi looked a little embarrassed. "Rongrong, I'm sorry. Daddy has let you down. From now on, you won't have a great family legacy like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to inherit."
Though a trace of sadness crossed Ning Rongrong's face, she eventually spoke up. "Dad, the family legacy isn't what matters most. As long as the three of you are safe and well, that's all Rongrong cares about."
"Rongrong has grown up!"
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