"You have something to discuss with our Lord?"
Ning Rongrong's words left Bi Ji momentarily stunned.
The Lord often entered deep slumber, and if not for the matters concerning Qian Renxue's side, the Lord would likely have already gone into slumber to recuperate from injuries.
Now, Ning Rongrong wanted to meet the Silver Dragon King—what exactly did she intend to do?
It was impossible not to worry.
According to rumors, Ning Rongrong was still a Soul Douluo.
This Soul Douluo was the kind who could truly slay gods—the Hypnos from two and a half years ago, the God of Killing.
That was a genuine second-tier god, yet he had been forcibly killed by Ning Rongrong.
Although only she and Di Tian had been informed of this by Gu Yuena, it was still jaw-dropping.
A Soul Douluo taking down a second-tier god from the God Realm—this wasn't some novice god who had just ascended at level 101; it was a terrifying existence that had truly been tempered by the God Realm.
So, there was no choice but to worry.
What if this Ning Rongrong had her eyes on the Lord's soul rings? Then...
"Don't worry, I have no interest in your Lord." Ning Rongrong saw the concern on Bi Ji's face. "I hope to make a trip to Dragon Valley to help one of my elders break through."
"Besides that, I also need to borrow some Spirit Gold from the core district to break through my own bottleneck."
"Even if your Lord and Di Tian are not in the Star Dou Great Forest."
"This small matter, I'm sure Miss Bi Ji can decide on it, right?"
Silence—Bi Ji fell silent.
It wasn't just Bi Ji; no one else spoke either.
"To be honest, theoretically speaking, we cannot agree." Bi Ji sighed. "This concerns our future hopes. I won't elaborate on what those hopes are; I'm sure your Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is fully aware of them."
Bi Ji was referring to the cooperation between the Star Dou Great Forest and the Martial Soul Hall, among other matters.
Of course, for her own safety, she didn't want to say too much either.
"I can decide on the Spirit Gold, but for Dragon Valley, I need to contact the Lord and Di Tian."
"However, if you want the help of our Star Dou Forest, shouldn't you first help us heal our Star Dou Forest's number two figure?"
That's right—Xiong Jun was the Star Dou Forest's number two figure, though that was how Xiong Jun referred to himself.
Bi Ji didn't refute it, but the true number two, second only to Di Tian, was actually Bi Ji herself. As an auxiliary soul beast, what was the point in competing with Xiong Jun over it?
"Miss Bi Ji's true form is the Emerald Swan. I'd quite like to witness your mighty power with my own eyes!"
Xiong Jun's injuries hadn't truly killed him, and Ning Rongrong was rather curious about Bi Ji's healing abilities.
She remembered that in Absolute World Tang Sect or Dragon King Legend, Bi Ji possessed what could almost be called the ability to reverse life and death.
"You're joking. For normal injuries, I can heal them, but when it involves the soul, I'm powerless."
No matter what, Bi Ji was a top healer, but Xiong Jun's wounds had damaged his soul, and they were wounds inflicted by time and space.
At most, she could help Xiong Jun heal his internal and external injuries; she was helpless against soul-related damage.
Otherwise, when Duguyans's Misfortune Poison had invaded Di Tian's soul, Di Tian wouldn't have needed several years to expel the toxins.
"I see... Alright then." Ning Rongrong didn't want to tear face with the Star Dou Great Forest either.
But sometimes, establishing authority was necessary. If soul beasts caused trouble during her breakthrough, it would be problematic.
So, especially for thorns like Xiong Jun who didn't obey orders, it was necessary to curb his arrogance a bit.
And she could get two 100,000-year soulbones for free—what was there to lose?
As for having all 100,000-year ferocious beasts offer sacrifices or something—better to just think about it.
It wasn't like she had some kingly aura that would make others risk their lives for her casually.
At this moment, Xiong Jun lay in a pool of blood, filthy blood seeping from his pores.
If not for Ning Rongrong and Tokisaki Kurumi just now gauging this big fool's life force, a normal human would have been long gone.
"Kurumi, the healing is up to you." Ning Rongrong didn't want to do it herself.
Tokisaki Kurumi rolled her eyes.
As contractual partners, Ning Rongrong specialized in space, while Tokisaki Kurumi specialized in time—but that didn't mean the other ability couldn't be used!
A golden clock appeared behind Tokisaki Kurumi, its hands gently turning to a certain number. Bullets of brilliant golden color sank into Xiong Jun's body.
Xiong Jun's body trembled violently, and the blood that had been flowing out seemed to rapidly flow back into his body.
Ten seconds, twenty seconds... Xiong Jun, who had been on the verge of death, had all his injuries completely vanish.
Bi Ji herself was proficient in healing and could clearly sense Xiong Jun's physical condition.
"This isn't healing..." Bi Ji was quite certain in her heart. Healing wasn't like this; it was as if all the injuries were being deleted.
Time and space...
Could it be—
Thinking of the Dark Devilgod Tiger's original abilities.
Time reversal?
"I see!" A look of shock appeared on Bi Ji's face as she fully understood Tokisaki Kurumi's healing method.
She had rewound time, returning Xiong Jun's body to the state before he was injured.
"This... Is something like this really possible?"
In just half a minute, Xiong Jun's aura had fully recovered, and the profound golden energy began to dissipate.
Xiong Jun opened his eyes, and the instant he saw Tokisaki Kurumi, he instinctively lashed out with his claws in attack.
"So reckless toward the person who healed you?" Tokisaki Kurumi gave her forehead a smack, her speed suddenly increasing as she easily dodged Xiong Jun's instinctive attack.
"Enough, Xiong Jun!"
Bi Ji's voice rang out. "You've already lost. This battle is over."
"Ning Rongrong and Tokisaki Kurumi are not enemies of our Star Dou Great Forest."
Xiong Jun was stunned for a moment, recalling the scenes from before.
"I see... I lost..."
Xiong Jun looked dejected, transforming into a white-haired youth, his eyes filled with desolation.
"Actually, you're very strong." Ning Rongrong's voice sounded. "My and Kurumi's abilities just happen to counter you. In a real fight, I might not be your opponent."
Hearing this, Xiong Jun looked at Ning Rongrong, her eyes appearing extremely clear.
"A loss is a loss." Xiong Jun waved his hand. "Tian Qing and Tai Tan's soulbones are yours. Also, thanks for the healing just now."
"Bi Ji, since we've reconciled, I have no business here."
"I'm going back to rest; I'm a bit tired."
"Mm, you worked hard this time." Watching Xiong Jun's desolate retreating figure, Bi Ji couldn't help but sigh.
Perhaps this guy would usher in a transformation!
Bone Douluo sensed the battle had ended and hurried over, questioning Ning Rongrong intensely.
Upon learning that Ning Rongrong was fine and that the Star Dou Great Forest conflict could be considered concluded, Bone Douluo also breathed a sigh of relief.
"These next few days, I'll use the Spirit Gold to break through my bottleneck. I'll come find you then," Ning Rongrong discussed the arrangements with Bi Ji.
"Alright, I'll also use these days to contact the Lord and the others."
"With your strength, you can move freely anywhere in the Star Dou Great Forest without issue, but I hope you won't kill soul beasts indiscriminately, especially high-age ones," Bi Ji cautioned.
"Of course." Ning Rongrong replied, "I'm not some bloodthirsty person, and besides, we're barely considered partners, aren't we?"
"That's for the best."
Bi Ji led the remaining soul beasts away.
The only groups left on the scene were Ning Rongrong, Gu Rong, and Tokisaki Kurumi on one side.
On the other was the Martial Soul Hall contingent led by Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue.
Sizing up Qian Renxue, Ning Rongrong chuckled lightly. "Long time no see, Your Majesty Xue Qinghe."
"I never expected His Majesty Qinghe to be so refined and beautiful. It's truly an honor for Rongrong."
"Heh." The corner of Qian Renxue's eye twitched. "Compared to me, it's the young sect master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect who's truly eye-opening."
"Xiong Jun, comparable to a ninety-ninth level Limit Douluo, couldn't even touch the hem of your clothes."
"Ning Rongrong, was deceiving me for so many years fun?"
"Mm, it was fun." Ning Rongrong nodded solemnly as if it were a serious matter.
Qian Renxue: "..."