Loyalty That Is Not Absolute Is Absolute Disloyalty

Jing Hongchen nodded and analyzed it instinctively. "Then let's go back first and test the waters. According to the intelligence I received, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School has sent powerful experts to aid the allied forces. Yet now they've sent people here to discuss matters with us. Perhaps they're trying to place bets on both sides.

Throughout history, many families and sects have done this when faced with choices concerning their future survival, hoping to avoid being completely wiped out. But betting on both sides is not so easy."

Hearing this, Xiao Hongchen felt that his grandfather's reasoning made sense. He nodded in agreement. "Alright."

Thus, the group swiftly returned to the academy. Some time later, Jing Hongchen entered the academy's reception hall. The bald researcher accompanying the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School delegation immediately rose to his feet, his expression respectful. "Hall Master, you're here."

"Mm. You've worked hard."

"It is no hardship for the Sun Moon Empire!" The bald researcher said instinctively, somewhat excited.

Jing Hongchen laughed heartily and waved a hand. "Alright, you may leave for now. I need to discuss some matters with these Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School guests who have come from afar."

"Yes, Hall Master!" The bald researcher nodded, then strode away.

Jing Hongchen's gaze fell upon Ning Tian, who stood at the center of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School delegation. With a smile, he teased, "Young Sect Master Ning, I only witnessed your splendid bearing during the tournament before. Now, I finally have the honor of speaking with you face-to-face."

Hearing his teasing words, Ning Tian felt somewhat embarrassed. What splendid bearing? She had not displayed anything particularly outstanding during the tournament.

Though she knew he was merely making polite conversation to ease the atmosphere, she still felt a little