"Why borrow? That's an interesting question," Qi Ling said with a smile. "Well, if one day the world returns to its bright and clear state, how about I offer you a position?"
Ning Fengzhi looked at Qi Ling without saying a word. His intuition told him that the young man was serious, and strangely enough, he didn't feel that he was just spouting nonsense.
"That reason is a bit too strong. You should come up with something else," Ning Fengzhi said cautiously, sensing a dangerous aura emanating from the young man.
"What a disappointment, Uncle, you're being far too cautious," Qi Ling said helplessly. "You missed a golden opportunity! Sigh."
"Our sect has survived to this day not because of its strength, but precisely because of this caution," Ning Fengzhi said. "Even if we lose something, it's better than losing everything."
"Alright, alright, there's really no other way. How about this then?" Qi Ling said, "Anyway, I see you're quite keen on cooperating with the Xiao San. You lend me this money, and we'll cooperate with you, how about that?"
Ning Fengzhi pondered, "If that's the case, then it's acceptable."
Xiao Wu and Tang San, listening to the conversation, were completely bewildered. Xiao Wu couldn't help but ask, " Brother Qi, what are you talking about? What's with all this talk of a bright and peaceful world? I don't understand a word!"
"It's nothing, this uncle just agreed to lend us money so we can rescue that girl," Qi Ling said.
"Really? Uncle, you really are a good person!" Xiao Wu exclaimed happily.
"I wouldn't call him a good person. If we're talking about a truly good person, it has to be your eldest brother," Ning Fengzhi said with a smile.
Even if Qi Ling hadn't spoken up, Ning Fengzhi would have bought the catwoman anyway. Qi Ling was starting to regret her actions; had she gone to all this trouble?
But since the Xiao San will eventually have to cooperate with him anyway, it's better to be lucky than early. After all, he hasn't really lost anything.
Next, Ning Fengzhi his move and won the catwoman's bid. As expected, Prince Xue Xing appeared once again, proving how corrupt the people of this empire were. However, under pressure from Ning Fengzhi, he chose to back down.
"Alright, I should go now. If I don't leave soon, these guys will try to fool me with some fakes again," Ning Fengzhi said. "You guys should come with me. You took the photos, so you should at least come and check it out."
"No rush, uncle, let's look at the next item first," Qi Ling said, because he sensed that the next item would be his.
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi sat down indifferently, intending to see what the auction house would bring out, but he was immediately drawn in by the host's introduction.
As expected, the item up for auction was Qi Ling's Spirit Ascension Pill. After listening to the host's introduction, Ning Fengzhi immediately realized the importance of this pill and began bidding.
This auction was much fiercer than before, after all, women are just a pastime, and it is strength that determines whether you can even be a pastime.
The final transaction price was over 200,000 for each pill, which astonished everyone. This price was much higher than that of the catwoman. Even Ning Fengzhi, due to insufficient preparation, only managed to bid for one.
Of all those present, Qi Ling was naturally the happiest. He never expected that this Spirit Ascension Pill, which cost less than one Gold Soul Coin to produce, could fetch a price of 200,000, a full 200,000 times its original value!
Xiao Wu then said curiously, "Hey, Brother Qi, isn't this the pill you..."
Ning Fengzhi's senses were incredibly sharp. Upon hearing Xiao Wu's words, he immediately exclaimed in surprise, "What? This medicine... could it actually belong to you?"
Xiao Wu had already told him, so Qi Ling naturally wouldn't hide it anymore. In fact, this was exactly the result he wanted.
"That's right, this medicine is mine," Qi Ling said. "Uncle, I borrowed two hundred thousand from you earlier. Here, is a Spirit Ascension Pill? We're even now!"
As Qi Ling spoke, she casually tossed a medicine bottle to Ning Fengzhi, who was so startled Ning Fengzhi he quickly caught it. Good heavens, this wasn't just a medicine bottle, but two hundred thousand Gold Soul Coin!
"Interesting, truly interesting!" Ning Fengzhi laughed. "You two brothers, one created such a miraculous Hidden Weapon, and the other refined such a rare medicine. It's truly unexpected."
"Now, I think I'm starting to believe what you're saying! Young man, would you be willing to cooperate with me?"
Qi Ling then laughed and said, "Hehe, sorry, Uncle, you just asked Xiao San to cooperate with you because of that catwoman. Now you want me to cooperate with you again, but there isn't another catwoman, is there?"
"Haha, that's true. I didn't expect to be outmaneuvered by you," Ning Fengzhi said. "You're right. So, what conditions would you need to agree to cooperate with me?"
"Hehe, no need for conditions. Although you don't have another Catwoman, you still have others!" Qi Ling hadn't forgotten that the person in front of her was Ning Rongrong's father. Considering that relationship, it was more than enough.
Although he didn't know what Qi Ling was referring to, getting Qi Ling's consent was naturally a good thing for him!
Ning Fengzhi then said with great pleasure, "Let's go, let's go take a look at today's auction items. I'm really looking forward to it."
After speaking, Ning Fengzhi led the three of them to their seats and left. They followed the passageway outside and, under the guidance of a waitress, entered a VIP room.
The young woman then said, "Please take a short rest, everyone. The items will be delivered shortly."
The room was luxuriously decorated, with various fruits and snacks laid out on the table. It was far superior to the other VIP rooms, clearly thanks to Ning Fengzhi.
At this point, the three no longer needed to hide their identities, so they all took off their masks and threw them aside. Xiao Wu even happily picked up a piece of fruit and began to eat it seriously.
Looking at the three men who had removed their masks, Ning Fengzhi recognized them as rare and talented young men. He couldn't help but say, "It's rare to see even one young talent like you normally, but today three have appeared at once! So, how about you join my sect?"
"Hehe, Uncle, save your breath. We have our own power, we can't join your sect," Qi Ling laughed. "But if you want to join us, Uncle, I have no objection."
"Me? Join you?" Ning Fengzhi laughed. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School, one of the Upper Three Sects, joining an organization of a bunch of children?
"I'll think about it."
Seeing Ning Fengzhi's disapproval, Qi Ling didn't mind and simply said, "Just because something is unimaginable doesn't mean it's impossible! Uncle, let's look at these auction items first."
Just after Qi Ling finished speaking, there was a knock on the door, and several burly men pushed the iron cage in, along with several other girls.