Ning Rongrong Felt Guilty, Yu Mingfei Intimidated the Young Lady

For the month after escaping the Star Dou Great Forest, Ning Rongrong dreamed of Yu Mingfei's face every night.

Not for any other reason—it was the first time she had personally experienced the scheming and intrigue of the Soul Master world.

That day, at the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest, Zhao Wuji and Tang San had attacked Yu Mingfei without hesitation in order to draw the Titan Giant Ape's attention.

Yu Mingfei had clearly never offended Shrek Academy, and he had even given up the Thousand-Year Phoenix-tailed Cockscomb Snake.

Yet Zhao Wuji and Tang San had still attacked him without reservation.

The Shrek Seven Devils had already developed a certain tacit understanding. Naturally, Ning Rongrong felt that she had played a part in setting Yu Mingfei up.

Although she had been spoiled into a temperamental young lady since childhood, she still possessed a basic sense of right and wrong.

Ning Fengzhi had protected her too well.

What left an even deeper impression on Ning Rongrong was that Yu Mingfei, covered in blood and clearly weaker than any one of the Seven Devils, had somehow escaped the Soul Beast Tide with just a single Soul Ring.

If it had been her, the grass on her grave would probably have sprouted by now.

Later, Xiao Wu told her that Yu Mingfei had encountered Tang San, who had been searching for Xiao Wu alone. Not only had Yu Mingfei not attacked him while he absorbed his Soul Ring, he had even put aside their past grievances and helped him guide the Soul Power that exceeded his limit.

He had saved Tang San's life.

That act of repaying malice with kindness deepened Ning Rongrong's guilt even further.

And now, here in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, she had actually seen Yu Mingfei again.

In a side hall of Seven Treasure Hall, Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin immediately stopped talking when they heard the commotion and stepped out from behind the screen.

The moment Ning Fengzhi saw Ning Rongrong and Yu Mingfei, he promptly pulled Chen Xin back behind it.

He gave Chen Xin a meaningful look.

Rongrong is eavesdropping on us again. Ning Fengzhi's eyes were full of helplessness.

What's wrong with eavesdropping in her own home? Just remind her to be more careful outside. Chen Xin did not think much of it and continued defending Ning Rongrong.

Fine. This is a good chance to see what is so exceptional about the youth Uncle Sword praises so highly.

The two hid behind the screen and quietly observed.

The main hall of Seven Treasure Hall.

Yu Mingfei had not expected Ning Rongrong to return to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect so soon.

Shouldn't she be running laps at Shrek Academy at this hour?

"Y-you..." Ning Rongrong pointed at Yu Mingfei, unable to hide the surprise on her pretty face.

"I came to see Sect Master Ning."

Yu Mingfei had no interest in getting tangled up with her and directly stated his purpose.

The implication was clear: I have business with your father, so go do whatever you need to do.

But Ning Rongrong guiltily glanced toward the side hall. Seeing no movement, her eyes immediately darted about.

She pushed Yu Mingfei all the way to the entrance of the hall before lowering her voice.

"My Father is discussing matters with Grandpa Sword. You'll have to wait for a while."

The moment Yu Mingfei heard that, his first instinct was that something was wrong.

Ning Fengzhi had been the one to summon him. As the master of a sect, surely he had not failed to arrange his schedule.

"Fine. I'll wait outside."

As Yu Mingfei spoke, he moved to leave the hall.

Ning Rongrong hurriedly stopped him.

Why is he in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? What does Father want with him?

Did he see me eavesdropping? No, I need to stall him first and sound him out!

Ning Fengzhi had been far too stern just now, and Ning Rongrong was still a little scared. The thought that she might be punished for eavesdropping immediately made her panic.

"Wait!" She grabbed Yu Mingfei's arm and stopped him.

"Is there something else, Miss Ning?"

Yu Mingfei frowned, pulled his arm free, and looked at her calmly.

"Uh, I still don't know your name." Ning Rongrong's eyes darted around as she casually asked.

"What? So when I die, you can carve it on my tombstone? Fine. My name is Yu Mingfei."

Yu Mingfei answered with a barbed edge.

"I..." Ning Rongrong was instantly at a loss for words.

She fell silent for a moment, then said softly, "About what happened in the Star Dou Great Forest, I apologize on behalf of Third Brother and the others.

"I'm sorry."

Yu Mingfei sneered and mocked her.

"Oh? Are you all of one body and mind? He wanted to kill me, and you're apologizing?

"If I had really died, would you apologize to my corpse too?"

His attitude instantly provoked Ning Rongrong's spoiled temper, and she could not help wanting to retort.

"You! I already apologized, and you—"

That's not right! Tang San was the one who acted. Why am I apologizing? I was there, but I never wanted to hurt anyone!

Ning Rongrong had only gotten halfway through her sentence when she suddenly came to her senses.

Behind the screen, Ning Fengzhi looked at Chen Xin in confusion.

Does he have some grievance with Rongrong? In the Star Dou Great Forest?

And why is Rongrong apologizing for that "Third Brother"?

Chen Xin was equally baffled and responded with a look.

I don't know.

Fine. Let's keep listening.

Helpless, the two continued eavesdropping.

Ning Rongrong tried to separate herself from the Seven Devils. Looking at Yu Mingfei again as the young mistress of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, she suddenly had a new feeling.

He dared to venture into the Star Dou Great Forest before even reaching level twenty. His courage and ability are both outstanding. Why not recruit him into the sect? Even if he turns out to be of no use, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect can certainly afford to feed one more person. Consider it my compensation!

With that thought, Ning Rongrong suddenly regained her confidence and looked at Yu Mingfei with assurance.

"Then let Tang San apologize himself.

"You're here... don't tell me you want to join our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?

"I'm the Sect Master's daughter. Want me to put in a word with Father and let you join directly?"

Ning Rongrong blinked repeatedly as she stared at Yu Mingfei, wanting to see his reaction.

Yu Mingfei only found it amusing. Ning Rongrong did not have much ability, but her young lady airs were certainly impressive.

Still, given her status in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, she was qualified to say such things.

"No need. Do you enjoy pulling strings for others that much? The sect is truly fortunate to have you."

Ning Rongrong's face flushed red.

Although he clearly did not want to talk to her, she still refused to give up.

Ning Rongrong leaned closer and asked curiously.

"I heard you have a Soul Bone. Can you let me see it? I can say a few good words for you. Maybe if Father is happy, he'll directly make you an inner disciple!"

Yu Mingfei's heart tightened at her words.

Did Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin reveal that I have a Soul Bone?

He looked at Ning Rongrong. Killing intent rose within him, only to be suppressed at once.

"Heard? Who did you hear it from?" Yu Mingfei curled his lips into a faint smile and asked softly.

"Of course, my Father and Grandpa Sword!" Once Ning Rongrong's curiosity was piqued, she could not help pressing further. "Can you let me see it? I've never seen a Soul Bone before!"

In the side hall, Chen Xin glared at Ning Fengzhi.

I promised that boy I'd keep it secret! That included your share!

Ning Fengzhi looked utterly innocent as he replied with his eyes.

I didn't know Rongrong would eavesdrop. Besides, Uncle Sword, didn't you fail to notice too?

Chen Xin awkwardly turned his head away, pointed toward the main hall, and signaled for them to continue listening.

"Sure!" Yu Mingfei said with a broad smile. "Did you bring a knife?"

"A knife? What do you need a knife for?"

"Without a knife, how would you cut me open and take out my bones for a look?"

Yu Mingfei spread his hands and took a step closer, frightening Ning Rongrong into backing away again and again.

"You... already absorbed it?"

"If I didn't absorb it, should I leave it for someone else to steal?" Yu Mingfei's eyes widened. The smile on his face was so earnest that it became somewhat frightening.

Yu Mingfei was not even a member of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Even if he had joined the sect, Ning Rongrong had no reason to ask such a question.

She knew she had said the wrong thing and immediately lowered her head, explaining awkwardly.

"I'm sorry. I overheard the matter about the Soul Bone by accident."

At this point, Ning Rongrong no longer cared about hiding the fact that she had been eavesdropping.

Spoiled as she was, she did not want to disgrace her Father.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was one of the Upper Three Sects. If word got out that the Sect Master spread a guest's private affairs everywhere, it would be a considerable blow to the sect's reputation among the upper circles of the Heaven Dou Empire.

It was true that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had two Titled Douluo protecting it, but it was not invincible or free to act without restraint.

"Still want to see it?" Yu Mingfei asked, his outstretched arms still not lowered.

"No! No!" Ning Rongrong shook her head like a rattle drum.

"As the Sect Master's only daughter, you don't have a Soul Bone?" Yu Mingfei was very curious about that.

The other two of the Upper Three Sects both possessed inherited Soul Bones.

Because of its Martial Soul, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was wealthier than the other two sects.

Soul Bones were precious, but the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect should still have a few in its collection.

Hearing Yu Mingfei's words, Ning Rongrong rolled her eyes in irritation.

"Do you think Soul Bones grow on trees? Getting one is entirely dependent on luck.

"Some Soul Masters spend their whole lives hunting Soul Beasts in pursuit of Soul Bones and never come across a single one.

"How could they be so easy to obtain?"

When Yu Mingfei heard that, he suddenly thought of something.

Yu Xiaogang managed to earn a reputation for being unrivaled in theory with all those random, nonsensical theories of his. Why can't I?

With World-shattering Wisdom, perhaps anything I make up could become true!

Thinking this, Yu Mingfei began spinning tales for Ning Rongrong.

"Then do the records of your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect mention the origins of Soul Bones?"

Ning Rongrong felt somewhat frustrated.

What kind of question is that?

"Who would know something like that? Do you?"

Yu Mingfei smiled mysteriously and asked in return.

"What if... I said I do?"