Ning Rongrong seemed to believe what the former said and muttered in a daze, "I never thought I would be so important to the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect!"
Now she finally understood how big of a conflict she had stirred up by barging into the Martial Soul Hall last time!
A little inattention could escalate into a full-scale war!
Chen Xin stood up, walked over to her, and extended a hand to gently stroke her head…
"Silly child, you are the next Sect Master of the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect and also a child that Old Bone and I have watched growing up since childhood; of course you're important!"
Ning Rongrong appeared somewhat moved, "Thank you, Sword Grandpa!"
But the next second, she shook her head vigorously, "No, no, weren't we just discussing why dad and the others haven't returned yet?"
"How did we suddenly end up talking about Xu Sheng?"
Chen Xin was somewhat helpless, "Rongrong, are you only realizing this now? Otherwise, I, Sword Grandpa, wouldn't have asked the previous question!"
Suddenly, his spiritual power seemed to sense something...
He raised an eyebrow and said, "Hmm? Speak of the devil, we were just discussing them and now they're here!"
Ning Rongrong's face lit up with joy, "Sword Grandpa, who has come? Is it dad and the others?"
Chen Xin didn't deny it, nodding in affirmation, "Hmm... I have already sensed their presence, they are not far from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect now, roughly fifteen minutes away!"
Inside, however, he was thinking, "But... why do I sense a trace of murderous intent from Old Bone? What happened?"
But, once they return, we will know.
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Indeed, fifteen minutes later, Ning Fengzhi and his party returned to the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect...
Ning Rongrong immediately rushed out, embracing Ning Fengzhi and said, "Dad, you're finally back. Rongrong has been so worried during this time!"
Ning Fengzhi gently patted her back, "I'm sorry, Rongrong. I'm late because I had to discuss matters with the Elders of the other sects, which made you worry!"
Ning Rongrong shook her head, "It doesn't matter, as long as dad you returned safely!"
Gu Rong, carrying a hint of jealousy, said, "Rongrong, do you only remember your dad? Haven't you missed Bone Grandpa at all these days?"
Ning Rongrong immediately let go and hugged him, "Of course I did!"
A hint of anger in Gu Rong's heart faded, "Just like my dear Rongrong!"
"Old Bone, I sensed a fleeting murderous intent from you earlier, what's that about?"
Upon hearing that, Gu Rong, a rare sight, moved Ning Rongrong to the side, and his expression turned grim again...
"Speaking of that, it just infuriates me. Those old fellows from the other two great sects, they're so stubborn!"
Seeing this scene, Ning Fengzhi covered his mouth to cough and said to the puzzled Ning Rongrong, "Um... Rongrong, could you go play by yourself for now? Dad needs to discuss important matters with your Bone Grandpa and Sword Grandpa!"
She was taken aback, and although a bit confused, sensing the odd atmosphere, she tactfully nodded her head...
"Dad, I understand, then I'll come over after you've discussed everything!"
Having said that, she waved her hand and quickly left...
After she left, Chen Xin pondered, "Old Bone, it's rare to hear you curse so bitterly; it seems this trip didn't go too smoothly."
"Feng Zhi, better you explain it,"
Given Gu Rong's current mood, he probably wouldn't be able to explain clearly!
Ning Fengzhi didn't refuse, giving a slight nod, "Alright, but let's discuss this in the main hall. There are many disciples around; we don't want to stir up any controversy!"
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After entering the great hall, Ning Fengzhi detailed the situation...
After listening, Chen Xin frowned and said, "That explains it. No wonder the old man's in such a foul mood. If it were me, I probably would have lost my temper on the spot!"
Gu Rong hastily agreed, "Right? These guys are already elders of the sect, and yet they still can't prioritize matters properly!"
"If we're not careful, it could even affect our Seven Treasures Glaze Sect. In my opinion, we should quickly distance ourselves from this situation!"
Ning Fengzhi was somewhat helpless but still tried to soothe him, "Uncle Gu, please calm down, otherwise, we'll have difficulty continuing our discussion!"
Upon hearing these words, Gu Rong gradually calmed down...
"I apologize for my earlier demeanor. Don't take it to heart!"
Chen Xin turned his gaze to Ning Fengzhi, "Feng Zhi, what's your opinion on this outcome?"
Ning Fengzhi hesitated for a moment before voicing his thoughts, "Since we can't stop the other two Great Sects, then we can only go along with their wishes!"
Chen Xin was inwardly shocked, disbelievingly replying, "Are you really planning to..."
Ning Fengzhi quickly shook his head to explain, "No, what I mean is... the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect will not hinder them, but neither will we assist!"
"After all... our sect's Soul Masters are not adept at fighting!"
Most disciples of the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect have the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Martial Soul!
Only a very small portion possess other Martial Souls!
Therefore, in terms of combat power, only Gu Rong and Chen Xin represent the sect's high-end strength!
Chen Xin's eyes revealed deep concern, "But in this manner, our Seven Treasures Glaze Sect's relations with Hao Tian Clan and the Blue Electric Overlord Dragon Gate might suffer greatly!"
Once a rift forms between the upper three families, it would be fatal!
Ning Fengzhi sighed, "Indeed, but there's no helping it!"
"If our Seven Treasures Glaze Sect also gets involved, I fear what follows would be an earth-shattering war!"
Chen Xin suddenly thought of something and abruptly suggested, "How about we pass the message to Martial Soul Hall?"
"If they learn of this, surely they will increase their defenses, and this way, we could indirectly stop the other two Great Sects!"
Gu Rong's eyes went wide, not having anticipated that Chen Xin would suggest such a shocking course of action...
"Chen Xin, have you lost your mind? Passing the message to Martial Soul Hall?"
"To other sects, and even the royal household, this would signal that our Seven Treasures Glaze Sect is siding with Martial Soul Hall!"
At this, Chen Xin couldn't help but roll his eyes, "Uncle Bone, don't get excited. It was just a suggestion, not that we're actually going to do it!"
He was well aware of the complexities involved!
But it was not yet time to burn bridges!
Gu Rong gave him a sidelong glance, "Tch, you should've said that earlier, getting me all worked up for nothing!"
He had almost thought Chen Xin was planning to defect to Martial Soul Hall!
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath and made up his mind...
"Uncle Bone, Uncle Sword, how about we do this, discreetly spread the news!"
"This way, we can not only stop the plans of the other two Great Sects but as long as we're not discovered, they likely won't suspect the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect!"
He naturally did not wish to see the other two Great Sects and Martial Soul Hall outright clash, so this was considered a compromise!
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