Wu Qi, Are You Also Planning to Go to Shrek Academy?

"Moonlight Pavilion," Wu Qi murmured.

Moonlight Pavilion's master, Tang Yuehua, was actually a member of the Clear Sky Sect and Tang San's aunt.

However, Tang Yuehua's identity had not yet been exposed. Xue Qinghe only knew that her background was extraordinary, not that she was connected to the Clear Sky Sect.

If the people from Moonlight Pavilion had come here for grain, then the grain disappearance case Xue Qinghe had been watching was connected to the Clear Sky Sect.

Upon closer thought, the possibility was quite high.

The Clear Sky Sect had now gone into seclusion, and its disciples no longer traveled the continent.

Back when Spirit Hall sought revenge, not many of the Clear Sky Sect's core disciples had actually died. For such a large sect to remain secluded, the grain it consumed every day would be an enormous amount.

Those Clear Sky Sect disciples were noble Soul Master old masters. How could they possibly work the fields themselves?

Tang Yuehua might have been an intermediary they had planted on the continent, purchasing grain in Moonlight Pavilion's name and secretly sending it to the Clear Sky Sect.

Given Moonlight Pavilion's standing among the Nobles, few would suspect it.

Besides, grain was not military equipment. Very few people paid attention to it.

Xue Qinghe had only noticed it because of the rumors the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had spread about Suotuo City. While looking through intelligence on Suotuo City, he noticed that some of the grain production had vanished into thin air.

Moreover, Xue Qinghe's concern was limited to whether it was related to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. He had no other thoughts about it and had not even planned to investigate further.

The Clear Sky Sect's move of hiding in plain sight had successfully deceived everyone.

Moonlight Pavilion's master was Tang Hao's younger sister. It was only natural for Tang Hao to lend a hand when he saw people from Moonlight Pavilion.

Thinking this, Wu Qi felt much more at ease.

There was no conspiracy at all. It was merely speculation born from a lack of evidence.

He did not intend to report this to Xue Qinghe, at least not anytime soon.

He had no way to explain how Moonlight Pavilion was the Clear Sky Sect's outpost. The crucial link could not be explained; anything he said afterward would be pointless.

But one thing was certain: the grain matter truly had nothing to do with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

"Moonlight Pavilion is only a place that teaches noble etiquette. Could they be planning a rebellion? Did they secretly raise a thousand armored soldiers?" Qiangu Changkong guessed.

Wu Qi said casually, "Moonlight Pavilion has close ties with the empire's Nobles. Maybe they're secretly helping some noble obtain grain."

"Besides, it's only speculation. There's no conclusion yet, so stop guessing. It has nothing to do with us."

The Clear Sky Sect was not an immediate threat. There was no need to focus their attention on them.

Besides, given Qian Daoliu's temperament, when it came to the Clear Sky Sect, he would most likely try to smooth things over until the matter was dropped.

Ning Rongrong sat by the hotel window, listlessly watching the scene outside.

Having seen the world, there was little in Suotuo City that could interest her. After several days, she had already played through everything there was to see.

Wu Qi's figure lingered in her mind. She had yet to find any trace of him, which inevitably made her restless.

"Shrek Academy will begin enrollment tomorrow. Will he go?"

Before she knew it, it had grown late outside. Ning Rongrong rubbed her stomach and decided to head downstairs for a hearty meal.

Just as she closed her room door, a familiar voice came from the hallway. Looking ahead, she saw Wu Qi's back.

Ning Rongrong thought her eyes were playing tricks on her. She rubbed them, confirmed that she had not mistaken him, then hurried after him.

"Brother Wu Qi, is that you?"

Wu Qi stopped and turned around. "Ning Rongrong?"

He was not surprised by Ning Rongrong's appearance.

But despite staying at the same hotel, they had never run into each other.

It had to be said, fate was truly wondrous.

In truth, Ning Rongrong was accustomed to leaving early and returning late. Meanwhile, Wu Qi and Qiangu Changkong spent their mornings cultivating Soul Power in their rooms. Around noon, they might go out for a stroll, then continue cultivating in the afternoon until evening, when they went to the Great Soul Arena for training.

Ning Rongrong only returned to the hotel after playing all day and eating dinner at night. Their schedules had completely missed each other, which was why they had never met.

"What are you doing here?" Wu Qi asked casually.

Qiangu Changkong scratched his head. Why did every pretty woman have her eyes on Wu Qi? Was he really not handsome?

For a moment, he looked utterly defeated, but Ning Rongrong paid him no attention.

Ning Rongrong first complained about Ning Fengzhi's restrictions on her, then explained why she had come here.

"I don't know which bastard spread rumors in Heaven Dou City about how prosperous Suotuo City is. It's all a lie! If I catch him, I'll break his legs!"

Wu Qi and Qiangu Changkong laughed inwardly.

If Ning Rongrong learned that Ning Fengzhi had spread those rumors, she would probably cry that she had been tricked.

"By the way, Brother Wu Qi, are you also here to enroll at Shrek Academy?"

"I heard Shrek Academy is really impressive."

Wu Qi raised an eyebrow.

First Dai Mubai, then Ning Rongrong—why did they all think he was going to join Shrek Academy?

Seeing that he did not want to answer, Qiangu Changkong hurriedly took over. "Miss Rongrong, about the misunderstanding between us..."

For Wu Qi's sake, Ning Rongrong generously waved it off. "Forget it. Why would I bother arguing with you?"

"Are you two going to Shrek Academy or not?"

Qiangu Changkong explained, "We've already seen Shrek Academy's students. How should I put it? Their talent is decent, but their combat awareness is terribly weak. They can handle easy fights, but when they face troublesome opponents, they turn into complete pushovers."

"So, we think Shrek Academy is entirely undeserving of its reputation. They only want to recruit highly talented students, but their education is an absolute mess."

Ning Rongrong nodded thoughtfully.

A moment later, she smiled. "If that's the case, then I won't go either."

"If Shrek Academy were really as extraordinary as they claim, its reputation would have spread throughout the continent long ago. The current situation only proves that it's all show."

To her, it made no difference where she went, as long as she could stay by Wu Qi's side.

Wu Qi spread his hands. "Suit yourself. But I think you should go back sooner rather than later. If your father starts asking questions, we won't be able to bear the responsibility."

Ning Rongrong pursed her lips. "What's the big deal? Father just has too much of a need to control everything."

As she spoke, she put on a pitiful expression. "Brother Wu Qi, you won't abandon Rongrong, will you?"

Qiangu Changkong felt his scalp tingle.

Years ago, Jin Yuting had said the same thing to him. Every time, he had obediently given in.

After giving it some thought, Wu Qi agreed.

To put it bluntly, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was a clown that constantly switched sides. Wherever there were benefits, that was where it leaned.

Ning Fengzhi was no old fossil. His stance shifted according to profit.

Worship Hall and Pope Hall were not of one mind. If they could cultivate the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect into a vanguard force against Bibi Dong, that would not be a bad thing.

However, before he understood Ning Fengzhi's attitude, he did not intend to have overly deep dealings with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

If he revealed his identity, he might drag Qian Renxue down with him.

For future contact with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, he would need to find an intermediary.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul possessed support abilities unmatched anywhere on the continent. Keeping Ning Rongrong at his side would be of enormous help in team Soul Fighting.