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Chapter 164: Tang Zhen's Plan

After a few days, a fragrance of pills wafted out from the hall, and the energy within the Burning Flame Valley began to surge intensely.

Tang Zhen, who had been meditating outside the hall, suddenly opened his eyes, filled with joy.

"Rumble!"

As Tang Zhen opened his eyes, a cloud of dark thunderclouds appeared in the sky without warning, rolling thunder and dancing lightning making the scene extremely terrifying.

"Pill Thunder! It looks like he succeeded!"

Seeing the thunderclouds in the sky, Tang Zhen couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Pill Thunder? Who is refining a seven-tier pill?"

"Is it the Valley Master in the main hall?"

Many people in the Burning Flame Valley looked up, their faces full of curiosity as they gazed at the sky.

Suddenly, a pillar of energy shot up into the sky.

Everyone looked up to see a round pill, glowing with red and green hues, rotating within the energy pillar, exuding an astonishing power.

Just as Tang Zhen was about to intervene to block the Pill Thunder, Xiao Tian had already flown into the sky.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Giant bolts of lightning struck down like silver dragons descending, tearing through the void toward the pill. But before they could reach it, they were absorbed by Xiao Tian to temper his body.

"Who is that?"

"I've never seen that person in the Burning Flame Valley!"

Seeing Xiao Tian bathed in lightning, everyone in the Burning Flame Valley was filled with surprise and doubt.

"He's not a Dou Zong, but a Six-Star Dou Zun!"

Tang Zhen's pupils contracted sharply. He knew that Xiao Tian was young, even younger than his own daughter. If he were a Dou Zong, he wouldn't be too surprised, but being a Dou Zun was terrifying.

Tang Zhen himself had cultivated for many years and was only a Five-Star Dou Zun, yet Xiao Tian was already a Six-Star Dou Zun. This level of talent made Tang Zhen feel a bit ashamed.

"To think that Xiao Tian could withstand the Pill Thunder of a high-grade seven-tier pill with just his body. His physical strength is truly formidable!" Tang Zhen remarked with admiration.

He could sense that the terrifying Pill Thunder in the sky was nearing its end. Soon, sunlight broke through, dispersing the dark clouds, and the intimidating thunder dissipated.

As Xiao Tian descended from the sky, Tang Zhen hurried forward and asked, "Xiao Tian, are you alright?"

If before, Tang Zhen had addressed Xiao Tian as a formality, now it was genuine. In the cultivation world, strength commanded respect, and Xiao Tian's strength surpassed his own, making them peers.

"I'm fine," Xiao Tian replied, shaking his head and opening his hand. In his palm lay a round pill glowing with green and red hues, exuding a rich fragrance that refreshed the spirit.

"Father!"

A red figure flew over, transforming into a red-clad woman upon arrival.

This woman had an exceptional appearance, with delicate brows exuding a hint of heroism. Dressed in fiery red attire, she appeared valiant and graceful. Her slender waist was accentuated by a dark red whip, adding to her charm.

As soon as the red-clad woman stood still, her bright eyes fell on Xiao Tian. Seeing his handsome face, her eyes lit up.

She then turned to Tang Zhen and asked, "Father, we have a distinguished guest. Why don't you introduce us?"

Tang Zhen had never seen his daughter show such curiosity towards a man before. He glanced meaningfully at Xiao Tian and said with a smile, "This is Xiao Tian. Not only is he a Six-Star Dou Zun, but he also helped you refine a high-grade seven-tier pill, the Fire Bodhi Pill!"

Then, he introduced Xiao Tian to the woman, "Xiao Tian, this is my daughter, Tang Huo Er. The pill was refined for her."

"Fire Bodhi Pill!"

Tang Huo Er was thrilled, her body trembling uncontrollably. Her eyes sparkled as she looked at Xiao Tian.

Previously, she had tried to forcibly fuse with the Burning Flame Valley's unique flame, the Nine-Dragon Thunder Gang Flame, but was counterattacked by it. Though she survived, she was left with severe injuries that would have led to her death within a few years.

Now, with the Fire Bodhi Pill, her injuries could be completely healed.

Suppressing her excitement, Tang Huo Er's fair face blushed slightly as she said, "Thank you, Xiao Gongzi!"

"No need to thank me. The reward for refining this pill will be paid by Valley Master Tang," Xiao Tian replied with a wave of his hand.

Since they were standing close, Xiao Tian could smell the faint fragrance from the girl in front of him. Although Tang Huo Er wasn't as beautiful as Xun Er or Ling Qingzhu, her valiant and heroic demeanor had its own unique appeal.

Seeing his daughter in this state, Tang Zhen's eyes twinkled as he said to Xiao Tian, "Xiao Tian, I won't go back on my promise. However..."

Tang Zhen continued, "The Tianhuo Sanxuan Bian is our Burning Flame Valley's treasure. My approval alone isn't enough; it requires the consent of the other elders."

Xiao Tian narrowed his eyes slightly, "So, Valley Master Tang wants me to change my request?"

"No, no," Tang Zhen shook his head. "I just thought of a workaround, but it requires some compromise from you."

"What method?" Xiao Tian asked.

"Marry my daughter," Tang Zhen proposed. "If you marry Huo Er, you'll be one of us. The other elders will naturally agree."

Xiao Tian's eyes widened. This old guy was scheming for his body all along?

"Father!" Tang Huo Er's face turned crimson, avoiding Xiao Tian's gaze.

Tang Zhen asked, "What do you think, Xiao Tian?"

"Though I'm tempted, I already have a wife and daughter," Xiao Tian shook his head.

It wasn't that he had changed his mind or looked down on Tang Huo Er. Girls like Tang Huo Er, with strong personalities, were more likely to cause trouble if things were hidden from them. He didn't want to turn Burning Flame Valley into an enemy, especially since it had a Dou Sheng. Even though he wouldn't fear them in the future, it was a disadvantage if they couldn't be an ally.

"I see," Tang Zhen sighed with regret. "I should have asked about your situation first."

While polygamy was normal on the Dou Qi Continent, he knew his daughter would never accept sharing a husband.

Hearing Xiao Tian already had a wife and daughter, Tang Huo Er's face paled slightly with bitterness. She felt she met Xiao Tian too late. At the same time, she appreciated Xiao Tian's honesty in not deceiving them for the Tianhuo Sanxuan Bian.

After a moment of thought, Tang Huo Er said, "I'll help you, but don't misunderstand. I'm only repaying you for refining the Fire Bodhi Pill."

"Thank you, Miss Tang," Xiao Tian said. His main goal was to obtain the Tianhuo Sanxuan Bian.

(End of the chapter)

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