"Quick, invite him in!" Ning Fengzhi shouted excitedly.
At the same time, he walked quickly toward the main hall.
In the hall, Lu Feng toyed with a teacup, feeling bored.
After witnessing Qian Daoliu's strength, his mood was slightly heavy.
In the original work, this part wasn't described. A Super Douluo, in front of a Limit Douluo, was like a little child, completely powerless to resist.
No wonder Qian Daoliu didn't care about Tang San's Twin Martial Souls at all.
In the eyes of such a powerhouse, perhaps even a level 98 Soul Master was no different from an ant.
"Brother Dai, we meet again, hahaha."
The voice arrived before the person.
Lu Feng looked toward the door and saw Ning Fengzhi striding in.
"Clan Master Ning, you are too polite. Just call me Mubai." Lu Feng stood up and cupped his hands slightly.
"Hahaha." Ning Fengzhi laughed loudly, patted Lu Feng's shoulder, his eyes twinkling.
A few days ago, Ning Rongrong sent him a message saying that 'Dai Mubai' wanted to discuss some cooperation with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan had a close relationship with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, and the relationship between the two empires wasn't friendly, so Ning Fengzhi naturally refused directly.
He figured that Dai Mubai wanted to ascend the throne and was seeking help.
However, after witnessing Qian Daoliu's strength, Ning Fengzhi suddenly sensed a crisis.
Originally, he was still immersed in the reputation of the 'Number One Auxiliary Clan in the World', but now, Qian Daoliu's appearance was like a heavy hammer smashing onto Ning Fengzhi's heart.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan urgently needed to expand its power!
Therefore, Ning Fengzhi had to lower his stance and actively send someone to contact 'Dai Mubai'.
Lu Feng smiled faintly. "Since Clan Master Ning is so polite, let's get straight to the point. Clan Master Ning should have heard about the struggle between the Star Luo princes."
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "The Star Luo Empire remains vigilant in times of peace. His Majesty the Founder was far-sighted. I, Ning, admire him greatly."
Hearing this, Lu Feng couldn't help curling his lips.
He originally thought Flender was 'cunning' enough, but he didn't expect there to be someone even fiercer.
"Ahem." Lu Feng cleared his throat and said seriously, "Davis has been operating in the Star Luo Empire for many years. When I return to Star Luo City, there will definitely be many constraints."
"Clan Master Ning, I won't beat around the bush. As long as your esteemed clan can lend me a hand, in the future, your clan will no longer be restricted from opening chambers of commerce in the various provinces of Star Luo."
"Ten years. Just ten years. After ten years, the Star Luo Empire will return 30% of the commercial tax paid by the Seven Treasure Chamber of Commerce during this period." Lu Feng said righteously.
"Oh?" Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi was instantly shocked by Dai Mubai's generosity.
Even though the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan was the wealthiest clan in the world, compared to the two great empires, it was still insignificant.
30% commercial tax, that was a fortune calculated in the 'billions'.
"Hahaha, Brother Dai is bold. Since that's the case, I, Ning, also promise that whether it's money or resources, as long as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan has it, I will not be stingy."
Ning Fengzhi's eyes were filled with excitement. He could already foresee that the status of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan would surely flourish in the future.
Moreover, his cooperation with the Star Luo Imperial Family was ostensibly purely commercial.
Even if Emperor Xue Ye knew, he might even applaud and encourage the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to extract more profit from the Star Luo Empire.
Ning Fengzhi had done business all his life, so he naturally knew what was important.
In the cooperation with 'Dai Mubai', the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan would only provide money, equivalent to an investment. They would never directly intervene in the competition between princes.
After all, the Heaven Dou Empire was the foundation of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
"In that case, I, Dai, thank Clan Master Ning here." Lu Feng cupped his hands.
Ning Fengzhi's eyes rolled, and he smiled. "I have a younger sister, twenty years old, who has loved the culture of the Star Luo Empire since she was a child. This time, why not let her go to Star Luo City with you?"
Hearing this, a trace of imperceptible surprise flashed in Lu Feng's eyes.
The younger sister Ning Fengzhi mentioned is most likely Ning Ya.
Really interesting. Whether it's the identity of a 'genius Soul Master' or the 'Empire's heir', Ning Fengzhi actually thought of using his sister to tempt me.
Heh, for these nobles, women are just tools for marriage alliances.
Lu Feng cupped his hands slightly. "Clan Master Ning, we can discuss this later. If someone with ulterior motives detects Miss Ning's presence, your esteemed clan's operations in Heaven Dou City would likely be affected."
Ning Fengzhi nodded. He had only made the offer on a whim because 'Dai Mubai's' talent was so outstanding.
A seventeen-year-old Soul King. This talent was no weaker than Lu Feng's back then.
One had to know, even with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan had not married any direct female descendants into it.
"In that case, we will discuss this later. I, Ning, wish Brother Dai success in advance." Ning Fengzhi said loudly.
"Thank you."
Outside Spirit City, in a hotel.
"Creak~"
The door was pushed open.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at the travel-worn Lu Feng and quickly went up to him. "You're back? What did the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan say?"
Lu Feng took off his coat and sat on the sofa. "Ning Fengzhi only agreed to give money and resources. As for manpower, we have to find another way."
Zhu Zhuqing sat next to him, arms crossed, and said coldly, "Hmph, and for that, you have to return 30% of the commercial tax? 30%, that's an unknown number of billions of Gold Soul Coins. Isn't he afraid of bursting one day?"
Lu Feng leaned back on the sofa and pulled Zhu Zhuqing into his arms. He said casually, "What are you afraid of? That's ten years later."
Zhu Zhuqing struggled symbolically and glanced at him. "You don't have to pay it back after ten years? You plan to renege on the debt?"
Lu Feng chuckled lightly. "Who knows? Maybe he'll come begging me by then."
As he spoke, his hand unconsciously slid to Zhu Zhuqing's waist.
"Hmph, actually, I've never quite understood. With your talent, there's absolutely no need to dive into the vortex of imperial struggle." Zhu Zhuqing slapped Lu Feng's hand away and glared at him.
"Even with your current Soul King-level soul power, it will waste several years of your time." As she spoke, Zhu Zhuqing was panting heavily, having given up struggling.
Lu Feng thought for a moment, and the movement of his hands stopped.
"For my strength, meditation is only a part. More importantly, I need to collect various cultivation methods and resources to find opportunities for breakthroughs. And the throne, for me, can save a large portion of time."
"So, you said you stayed at the Heaven Dou Academy for a year or two? Was it for those cultivation methods?" Zhu Zhuqing asked doubtfully.
Lu Feng nodded. "The cultivation methods in the academy are all basic ones. I guess the major sects should have what I need."
"Suit yourself. Anyway, it's your throne. I won't care about the debt you owe in the future." Saying this, Zhu Zhuqing broke free from Lu Feng's embrace.
Her face was a little flushed; obviously, someone's hands had been restless.
"I'm going to sleep. Get out." Zhu Zhuqing said coldly.
Lu Feng chuckled lightly. "Zhuqing, your husband has been busy outside for so long, do you have the heart to let me face a cold bed alone?"
"Pah." Zhu Zhuqing spat lightly and pushed Lu Feng out the door.
"Bang!"
The door closed.
Zhu Zhuqing leaned against the door, gasping for breath, her chest heaving slightly.
Looking at her messy clothes, she puffed out her cheeks. "This big pervert, he almost succeeded."
"Knock, knock, knock."
A knock on the door sounded.
Zhu Zhuqing shouted to the outside, "What are you doing? I'm already asleep."
"Zhuqing, I forgot to tell you something important."
"Whatever it is, tell me tomorrow."
"Zhuqing, it's really important. I swear on Tang San's happiness for the rest of his life, I absolutely didn't lie to you."
Zhu Zhuqing took a deep breath, a trace of panic flashing in her eyes.
Immediately, she patted her chest, her face quickly flushing red. "Forget it, this day will come sooner or later. Just let him have his way."
"Creak~"
The door opened slowly.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at the grinning Lu Feng outside the door and immediately pouted. "Hmph, come in."