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Li Jiaqi pondered for a moment, then analyzed.
"We can frame Zhuge Lan on two points. First, it's still Ning Rongrong. Since Ning Rongrong is in Zhuge Lan's hands, we can create a narrative that Zhuge Lan has ill intentions towards Ning Rongrong and harbors possessive desires for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Second, it's the fortress. If Zhuge Lan wants to occupy the fortress, we can just give it to him. As long as Zhuge Lan shows even a hint of selfishness, we can create a narrative that he intends to use the fortress to threaten the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Qian Renxue thought about it; this point was not bad, but it was a pity about the fortress.
After all, building these five fortresses had taken some effort.
As for those Spirit Hall Soul Masters, it seemed they could only be allowed to leave.
Qian Renxue looked at Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.
"The task of creating the narrative will be entrusted to the two of you."
Ghost Douluo nodded.
"Alright, no problem."
Chrysanthemum Douluo's face showed hesitation. He pondered for a moment, then said.
"Young Master, are we just going to give those five fortresses to Zhuge Lan for free? I just feel it's a bit of a waste."
Qian Renxue nodded. Sometimes, if something needed to be given up, it had to be given up. After all, wanting everything usually meant getting nothing.
In this situation, one had to distinguish priorities.
Completely giving up was still a bit reluctant, so she said.
"Chrysanthemum Douluo, you handle this. Have the Soul Masters of the Spirit Douluo rank find a way to infiltrate the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. For the rest, tell them they can surrender or escape; Spirit Hall will not pursue them."
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded.
At this moment, Li Jiaqi quickly shook his head and said.
"My lords, we cannot do this. Once we act and withdraw the Soul Masters of the Spirit Douluo rank, how could the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect not know? If we're going to be meticulous, we need to be more serious."
Qian Renxue considered this. What Li Jiaqi said really made sense. Since Spirit Hall could plant so many spies in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it was also very normal for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to plant a few in Spirit Hall.
That was indeed the case; the Spirit Hall Soul Masters could not be withdrawn.
She said to Ghost Douluo.
"You go and spread the rumors first."
Ghost Douluo nodded and said.
"Alright."
Suddenly, a token on Chrysanthemum Douluo's waist emitted light. His face showed surprise, and he said with a smile.
"Young Master, the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is contacting me. What should I do?"
Qian Renxue's eyes lit up. As long as this line with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's high-ranking officials was maintained, the subsequent battles would be much easier.
So she said.
"What you need to do is stabilize the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's high-ranking officials. What was promised before is still valid."
Chrysanthemum Douluo nodded.
"Then I will go meet Sect Master Ning and see what the situation is."
Qian Renxue nodded.
Then, many golden chrysanthemum petals appeared around Chrysanthemum Douluo. When the petals disappeared, Chrysanthemum Douluo's figure also completely vanished.
When he reappeared, he was in a secret room. Sect Master Ning in the secret room had a face full of anger.
Upon seeing Chrysanthemum Douluo arrive, he immediately reprimanded him.
"Return Rongrong to me, otherwise all our previous agreements are void."
Chrysanthemum Douluo's face showed confusion, and he said, puzzled.
"Ning Rongrong is not in our hands; she is in Zhuge Lan's hands."
Sect Master Ning's face showed anger. He clearly felt Ghost Douluo's aura at the scene. How could it be Zhuge Lan who did it!
Afterwards, he sneered.
"What's wrong with Spirit Hall now? One thing in front, another behind. You think I don't know what you've done? When Ning Rongrong disappeared, the two guards were killed by Ghost Douluo, and Ning Rongrong was taken away by Ghost Douluo."
Chrysanthemum Douluo's face showed distress, and he quickly explained.
"Sect Master Ning, I know there might be a misunderstanding between us."
Sect Master Ning sneered and said.
"What misunderstanding? If you don't hand over Rongrong, our transaction ends here. You may leave."
Seeing this, Chrysanthemum Douluo sighed and said.
"I understand, but Ning Rongrong is indeed in Zhuge Lan's hands."
Golden petals appeared around him. After a moment, the petals dissipated, and Chrysanthemum Douluo also disappeared.
...
Inside the Fifth Fortress.
Zhuge Lan, Ning Rongrong, Dugu Bo, and others were drinking tea.
Zhuge Lan looked at Dugu Bo and asked.
"Elder Zhuge, in your observations these past few days, have the other four fortresses shown any suspicious activity?"
Dugu Bo pondered for a moment and said.
"No, it's as if this place has been abandoned. No one is paying attention here. I find it very strange."
Zhuge Lan thought about it. This fortress ostensibly only had two Titled Douluo, one of whom was dead, and there was still one left, but secretly there were also Qian Renxue and Ghost Douluo, two Titled Douluo.
Including himself, there were four Titled Douluo here, and Sword Douluo was also about to regain consciousness.
After careful consideration, since the other party was not resisting, he would continue to attack while Sword Douluo was still here, but he needed to consider his teammates' opinions.
So, he asked.
"Rongrong, Elder Zhuge, Clan Leader Bai He, Elder Starcloud, I want to continue attacking the other four fortresses. What do you all think?"
Ning Rongrong thought for a moment and said.
"I also want to fight, but can we win?"
Dugu Bo pondered for a moment and said.
"We can fight. After all, Sword Douluo will regain consciousness tomorrow and will then directly leave this team. Without Sword Douluo's help, if Sword Douluo turns against us, it will be even harder to fight."
Clan Leader Bai He nodded.
"Yes, if we can take all five fortresses and then dismantle them, then Spirit Hall's siege of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will be broken, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will have to owe us a favor."
Starcloud Douluo did not speak but also nodded slightly.
Seeing that everyone agreed, Zhuge Lan's face showed excitement. As for whether they could win, they definitely could. He was sure that Qian Renxue and Ghost Douluo should still be within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Taking this opportunity to dismantle all of Spirit Hall's fortresses, how wonderful.
Ten minutes later, the team assembled.
Zhuge Lan, Ning Rongrong, Sword Douluo, Poison Douluo, Clan Leader Bai He, Starcloud Douluo, and dozens of Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect disciples.
Although these disciples didn't have much strength, they could just cheer during the battle.
As for the Fifth Fortress, there was no plan to leave anyone behind; it would be directly flattened.
He looked at Poison Douluo and said.
"Elder Dugu, please flatten the Fifth Fortress directly."
Poison Douluo nodded, and a terrifying spirit power spread out. Then, his Martial Soul True Body appeared behind him, a giant green poisonous snake.
Then he rushed into the fortress, and his huge body began to destroy the fortress.
The fortress was like tofu, quickly turning into a pile of rubble.
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