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"Young master, your noble character has deeply moved me.

This is the most prestigious gold card of our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect; please, I insist that you accept it.

You may use this gold card for purchases at any shop across the Douluo Continent, and all expenses will be covered by our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!"

Ning Rongrong approached Xiao Yexuan as if stepping across the stars, the arrogance that usually defined her expression now completely vanished.

She held herself with grace and elegance, her back straight as if she were a royal princess steeped in etiquette since birth.

A crimson flush bloomed on her delicate cheeks, and her fingertips trembled slightly as she held out a gold card engraved with the emblem of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

As she offered it to Xiao Yexuan, her sparkling peach-blossom eyes remained fixed on him, filled with unblinking anticipation.

Xiao Yexuan's gaze fell upon the gold card; the shimmering, iridescent patterns alone looked incredibly valuable.

He couldn't help but swallow hard, his Adam's apple bobbing.

Who was Ning Rongrong?

She was the apple of Ning Fengzhi's eye, the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, and the treasure held in the palms of the entire sect.

If she said this gold card had such utility, it certainly did.

For someone like him, currently penniless, this was undoubtedly an endless supply of wealth delivered to his doorstep; the greed in his heart was stirred, and he couldn't help but feel his heart race.

Yet, at the same time, Xiao Yexuan's brows furrowed slightly, feeling more and more that something was amiss.

It was one thing for Zhu Zhuqing to treat him differently, but for the haughty Ning Rongrong to be this proactive was certainly no coincidence.

He suddenly realized that even without a system, he likely possessed a heaven-defying golden finger since transmigrating to the Douluo Continent.

As this thought emerged, the concept of a "succubus physique"—a special ability from the novels he used to read—flashed through his mind.

Those with this physique possessed an irresistible, fatal attraction to the opposite sex.

A single glance was enough to make their favorability skyrocket, and his own ability seemed even more potent, as if it could max out their affection instantly.

Although being surrounded by two stunning beauties made Xiao Yexuan feel like he was floating on air, as a veteran gamer who had spent years playing various titles, he felt the lack of a "chase" made the development of their relationship feel somewhat dull.

Still, it felt undeniably good.

In the blink of an eye, he had gained the favor of two peerless beauties.

And now, he had the full support of Ning Rongrong, the little heiress of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

With Ning Rongrong's status by his side, he would never have to worry about being targeted without cause while traveling the Douluo Continent; the more he thought about it, the more pleased he felt.

Even though he was overjoyed, Xiao Yexuan decided to feign modesty and offer a polite refusal.

His gaze rested on the gold card Ning Rongrong offered; he neither waved it away immediately nor accepted it with unseemly haste, but instead reached out with both hands.

He took it with extreme care, his movements as gentle as if he were handling a fragile, priceless treasure.

"Miss, thank you for your kindness; I accept your gesture.

However, I will not be using the money on this card.

I believe that we are friends who connect heart-to-heart, not people brought together by the entanglement of interests."

As soon as Xiao Yexuan finished speaking, Ning Rongrong turned her head away abruptly, as if burned.

She covered her burning cheeks with both hands, muffled gasps leaking through her fingers, her shoulders trembling with excitement as a storm of emotions raged within her.

This card contained at least tens of millions of Gold Soul Coins, enough for an ordinary soul master to squander for a lifetime.

He had actually refused it so nonchalantly; what man could resist such temptation?

Where could one find such a peerless, incorruptible man?

And yet, I've actually met one today!

No, no, I must bring him back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and let Father and the two Title Douluo grandfathers see him; I must keep him in the sect no matter what!

Ning Rongrong took a deep breath and turned back quickly, the excitement and joy on her face instantly replaced by a composed and elegant expression.

She curved her lips into a faint smile at Xiao Yexuan, the appreciation and admiration in her eyes deepening.

"Young master, your virtue is truly admirable. I hope you will join our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect so that our friendship may grow even further."

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

Xiao Yexuan repeated the name in a low voice, a flash of surprise in his eyes.

"That is one of the three most powerful and wealthiest sects in the world, a place countless soul masters would break their heads to enter, and a sacred land for cultivation that every soul master dreams of."

Xiao Yexuan sighed softly, his tone sincere.

"Miss, I appreciate your kindness, but I must disappoint you. I am accustomed to a life of leisure and freedom; I truly dislike being bound by any organization.

Of course, I will keep this precious gold card you gave me in my heart.

I promise you, if the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect ever faces a crisis or requires my assistance in the future, as long as it does not violate my principles or bottom line, I, Xiao, will certainly not shirk my duty!"

Upon hearing these words, Ning Rongrong gripped her skirt tightly with her hands at her sides, her heart pounding as she turned her head away once more.

She couldn't help but let out a soft, jubilant cheer to the air behind her, looking exactly like a little girl who had just received her favorite toy.

"Hoh-hoh-hoh-hoh... He actually refused, he really turned down the invitation to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect! How can there be someone in this world so indifferent to power and status?"

Although I was rejected, I find myself liking him even more! He has such personality, such a sense of responsibility, and he is so polite! Even though he knows his spirit power is only around level ten and his strength is still weak, he is still willing to make such a promise... If the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect were truly in danger, the opponent would certainly be a powerhouse at the Title Douluo level.

Ning Rongrong suddenly whirled around, her gaze fixed on Xiao Yexuan filled with a burning radiance, her tone carrying undisguised admiration, her voice even higher than usual. "Young Master, you truly are a person who surprises this young lady beyond measure. Compared to you, everyone else is nothing but mere rabble. You are the most noble person in this world!"

Hearing these cloying praises, Xiao Yexuan's ears turned red, and he felt so awkward he could have curled his toes into the floor. He had no idea how to refute her, so he could only stand to the side, pulling at the corners of his mouth in a dry, silent laugh. He was terrified that if he spoke again, this little princess, whose emotions were erupting like a volcano, would say something even more shocking.

However, Ning Rongrong's straightforward and fervent favoritism did indeed bring Xiao Yexuan quite a bit of unnecessary trouble. He swept his peripheral vision toward the crowd from Shrek Academy, only to see Dai Mubai standing at the very front, his fists clenched tight. The veins on his forehead were bulging, his eyes were bloodshot, and he looked as if he were about to charge over and beat him to a pulp regardless of the consequences.

Even Dean Flender, Zhao Wuji, and the others all had grim expressions, the envy and jealousy in their eyes practically overflowing.