Chapter 50: But what made you think Rongrong couldn't represent the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?
The Azure Bull Soul Master had remained on the defensive, while the Ape Soul Master attacked fiercely. Although he had no control-type skills, he possessed powerful physical strength, and every punch he brought down inflicted tremendous damage.
Gradually, the Azure Bull began retreating step by step, while the Ape Soul Master looked as though victory was already in his grasp. He fought with ease, seemingly without using his full strength. By contrast, the Azure Bull was panting, his body beginning to sway. In the end, he could hold out no longer and collapsed.
"Uh, this is a little boring. How about we go somewhere else? This fight isn't nearly as satisfying to watch as your training with Grandpa Sword," Ning Rongrong complained from beside him.
"Suotuo City is only a small city, after all. Getting to see two Soul Kings fight is already pretty good," Jun Yi replied.
Ning Rongrong turned toward Zhu Zhuqing and asked, "Zhu Zhuqing, how about we go browse the shopping street? We can see if there are any pretty clothes or other fun things."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded. After all, girls had no resistance to "buy, buy, buy."
Jun Yi nodded in agreement. Ning Rongrong was right; the fight between those two Soul Kings really was a little boring. He might as well keep that little girl Ning Rongrong company on a shopping trip!
"Then let's head out," Ning Rongrong said.
"Mm." Zhu Zhuqing nodded, and the two girls left the Soul Fighting Arena together.
Jun Yi had originally thought shopping would not be too tiring, but he had miscalculated. He had underestimated Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing's abilities. They went back and forth along the entire shopping street five or six times, browsing practically every shop and picking out a few pretty outfits each time, only looking without buying. This really was window-shopping.
Only after night fell did the three find a restaurant, planning to have dinner before returning to the academy. Sitting in his chair, Jun Yi felt tired for once-even more tired than after training with Sword Douluo.
"I didn't expect Suotuo City's shopping street to be so nice, even though the city is small."
Ning Rongrong did not feel tired in the slightest. She looked full of vigor as she held Zhu Zhuqing's hand.
Zhu Zhuqing also looked as though she was returning with a full haul. Although she had not bought much, a happy smile hung at the corners of her lips. This had been her happiest shopping trip since awakening her Martial Soul.
"You two really are something. Don't invite me next time you go shopping," Jun Yi complained beside them.
"That won't do. Before we came here, I overheard you talking to Dad. I heard that he gave you lots of Gold Soul Coins. If you won't come shopping with us, then give me the money my dad gave you." Ning Rongrong looked like a little money-grubber.
"All right, all right, you win. I'll definitely come along next time." Jun Yi spread his hands helplessly. After all, he had promised Ning Fengzhi that he would take good care of Ning Rongrong.
After eating and drinking their fill, the three continued on their way toward Shrek.
When the three returned to Shrek Academy, they happened to see the other Shrek students gathering on the field, while Flender was telling them something.
Seeing Jun Yi and the others return, Flender said, "There's training tonight. Would you like to join?"
Ning Rongrong waved her hand in refusal. "No thanks, Uncle Swindler. We're withdrawing tomorrow and leaving Shrek Academy to look around elsewhere."
"Zhu Zhuqing, are you withdrawing with them too?"
Flender questioned Zhu Zhuqing. He knew about her relationship with Dai Mubai and guessed that she had come specifically to find him, so she probably would not withdraw.
Zhu Zhuqing gave Flender an indifferent glance and nodded lightly. "Mm, yes."
Flender glanced at Dai Mubai in confusion, then turned back and asked, "Are you sure?"
"I'm sure. Your students seem very ordinary. I won't grow stronger by staying here," Zhu Zhuqing replied, casting a glance at Dai Mubai.
Dai Mubai immediately felt a wave of humiliation. He could barely hold himself together as a nameless fury ignited in his heart. He walked straight out in front of the others and shouted at Zhu Zhuqing:
"Zhu Zhuqing, you'd better think this through. We're engaged. If you don't stay, what kind of situation will you face in the future?"
Zhu Zhuqing ignored him completely, as though she had not heard him.
Ning Rongrong looked at Dai Mubai contemptuously and sneered, "What bullshit engagement? It's just a piece of paper. I'm telling you, don't try to morally blackmail her."
Dai Mubai ignored Ning Rongrong and continued speaking to Zhu Zhuqing. "Hmph, if you break the agreement on your own, the Star Luo Imperial Family and the Zhu Family will hunt you down. Do you think those two beside you can protect you? Do you think the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would sour relations with the Star Luo Imperial Family over one little girl?"
Dai Mubai's words stirred Zhu Zhuqing's emotions, and her grip on Ning Rongrong's hand tightened somewhat.
Seeing this, Dai Mubai pressed his advantage. "Do you think those two beside you can represent the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? However fine their promises sound now, what use are they? Won't the adults still have the final say?"
Jun Yi nodded and looked at Dai Mubai, replying calmly, "You're right. I can't represent it."
Hearing this, Dai Mubai's lips spread into a smug smile.
"But what makes you think Rongrong can't represent the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? Do you still not know her true identity?" Jun Yi looked at Dai Mubai mockingly.
Dai Mubai said nothing more. He truly did not know, but since Ning Rongrong had come to Shrek Academy, her standing in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect could not be particularly high. At most, she was merely an elder's child.
"Ning Rongrong is the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's only daughter, and his most beloved. In the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, whatever she says goes. Everyone indulges her."
"Do you think Ning Rongrong can represent the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? I think if anyone said she couldn't, Grandpa Sword and Grandpa Bone, who dote on her the most, would definitely be the first to object."
Jun Yi paused, then continued:
"I think what you should be considering is whether the Star Luo Imperial Family would be willing to offend Seven Treasure Glazed Tile over a cowardly second prince who ran away."
Jun Yi's words left Dai Mubai's face ashen and cold sweat pouring out. He had never expected Ning Rongrong's background to be so terrifying. It was not that he had never considered that she might be Ning Fengzhi's daughter, but how could the young lady of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect possibly come to such a shabby academy? Thus, he had cast the thought to the back of his mind.
Tang San and the others nearby were equally shocked upon hearing Ning Rongrong's true identity. No wonder she dared to treat Flender so coldly and act so arrogantly. As it turned out, she had the standing to do so.
No wonder even Flender had apologized to her. They had originally guessed that she had powerful backing, but they had never expected it to be this powerful. No wonder she dared to act so unrestrainedly.
Meanwhile, Jun Yi sighed inwardly. So this is what it feels like to crush someone with influence? It feels amazing!
(End of chapter)