Based on what he knew of Xue Qinghe before, he would never have been so passive and evasive toward Spirit Hall's blockade operation.
This showed that his previous suspicion was very likely true.
After leaving the imperial study, Qian Renxue did not see him off any farther.
Ning Fengzhi looked up at the sky. Could Douluo Continent truly be on the verge of upheaval?
This disciple was no longer worthy of his trust.
Qian Renxue watched as Ning Fengzhi slowly departed under the escort of Grandmaster and the other two, and a trace of pity could not help appearing in her eyes.
She had just told Ning Fengzhi that they would act once they had definite information. But by the time they obtained definite information, Spirit Hall would likely have already occupied the Star Luo Empire.
Jiang Chen had deliberately spared Ning Fengzhi's life, so naturally, she would not move against Ning Fengzhi again. She could only play along with him.
Seeing Ning Fengzhi's tightly furrowed brow, Grandmaster and the others all felt a sense of foreboding.
"Sect Master Ning, His Majesty refuses to send troops?" Grandmaster asked.
Ning Fengzhi nodded slightly. "He said that sending troops before understanding Spirit Hall's intentions would mean openly falling out with Spirit Hall. Besides, he also hopes to profit while the snipe and clam fight."
Grandmaster and the other two all looked grim.
Liu Erlong said, "Why is our emperor so cowardly?"
Grandmaster shot Liu Erlong a glare, signaling her not to speak carelessly, before saying, "If we wait until Spirit Hall's intentions are clear, it may already be too late."
Ning Fengzhi said bitterly, "I can't persuade him. I'm alone now, and my words no longer carry any weight."
The four returned to Shrek Academy with heavy hearts. None of them wished