Chapter 3098: Searching for the Academy_1
The disciple from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect felt cold sweat bead on his forehead as he hurriedly explained, "When we left the imperial palace, we confirmed that Ning Rongrong was in our group."
"But we have no idea why she suddenly disappeared!"
Gu Rong was so angry he almost laughed, "Suddenly disappeared? You mean to say, someone could have abducted Ning Rongrong right under my watch?"
The former felt somewhat wronged and was on the verge of tears, "No... That's not it, Elder Bone Douluo, there must be something wrong with this situation!"
However, Gu Rong didn't give him a chance to explain and interrupted mercilessly, "Shut up, this is clearly your negligence, we will settle this matter after we return to the sect."
"What's important now, is to find Ning Rongrong!"
On the contrary, Ning Fengzhi's expression was much more composed...
"Yes, indeed!"
Hearing these lukewarm words, Gu Rong couldn't help but scold, "Feng Zhi, Ning Rongrong is missing, how can you look so unconcerned?"
The last time she had barged into the Pope Hall, who knows into what strange place she might intrude this time!
Ning Fengzhi gave him a glance and reassured, "Uncle Bone, you can relax. After the last incident, Ning Rongrong has learned her lesson and won't do anything to make us worry!"
For some reason, he always felt that this time, his daughter didn't leave on purpose!
Gu Rong was silent for a few seconds before replying noncommittally, "This... indeed, Ning Rongrong has changed a lot, but that doesn't mean she's safe now!"
"I'm going back to the imperial palace now to bring Ning Rongrong back!"
However, Ning Fengzhi reached out and patted his shoulder...
"No need, let's just return to the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect. Rongrong will come back on her own!"
According to his observation, besides Ning Rongrong, a few other disciples from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect had also vanished from the group!
So, it shouldn't be long before they would all return to the sect together!
Gu Rong's eyes widened, "Feng Zhi, this matter is no joke, are you sure we're going back to the sect right now??"
"Moreover, whether Ning Rongrong is in danger, we don't have any solid information!"
Ning Fengzhi just shook his head, then turned to the other disciples of the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect...
"Everyone, keep moving, we try to return to the sect before tonight!!"
The disciples, not knowing why they weren't scolded, felt a slight relief from their heavy hearts...
"Yes, Sect Master!"
And with that, they resumed their journey...
"No, Feng Zhi, are you serious? If anything happens to Rongrong..."
"Uncle Bone, let's go. Rongrong will be alright, there are some things she needs to experience for herself!"
"Otherwise, she'll always assume the outside world is as wonderful as the sect!"
Gu Rong hesitated, but then chose to trust Ning Fengzhi, "I... I understand. But if Ning Rongrong doesn't return to the sect later, even if you are the Sect Master, you'll still get a beating from me!"
Ning Fengzhi gave a wry smile, "Uncle Bone, you and Uncle Sword are really alike, so quick to anger!"
Over all these years, he had lost count of how many times he had heard such words!
But he had never actually come to blows!
Gu Rong snorted and crossed his arms, "Humph, what do you mean quick to anger? If it were you who disappeared, I wouldn't bother to care!"
Ning Fengzhi's mouth twitched a few times, "Uncle Bone, I'm still the leader of a sect, is it really okay to say that?"
Although he was well aware that the former was expressing a close relationship with Ning Rongrong, he still felt a sting in his heart!
Gu Rong's gaze became a few shades more dangerous, "What? Feng Zhi, are you still not convinced?"
Ning Fengzhi immediately gestured with his hands to deny it, "No… no, how dare I be unconvinced. If it weren't for Uncle Sword and Uncle Bone safeguarding the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect, our sect might have been destroyed long ago!"
"Not to mention becoming one of the upper three families!"
With a satisfying answer, Gu Rong couldn't be bothered with further talk, "That's more like it. Now, let's cut the chatter and hurry back to the sect. I'm eager to see Ning Rongrong!"
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Meanwhile, the sect disciples who had followed Ning Rongrong and left were showing deep worry on their faces...
"I'm saying, bringing Ning Rongrong here like this, we might suffer punishment from the Sect Master, right? Don't forget, the last time Ning Rongrong went missing, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo were furious!"
"But we couldn't help it, after all, it was this little witch's request. If we hadn't agreed, the consequences would probably have been even more terrible!"
"Stop with the useless talk. Since we're already here, we should just protect Ning Rongrong well and return to the sect in a few days!"
"Yeah, with Ning Rongrong disappearing, the Sect Master will surely send Bone Douluo senior to search for her right away. Yet, he hasn't shown up until now, which probably means he tacitly consents to this action!"
Amidst the discussion, Ning Rongrong came over and giggled, "What's everyone talking about?"
The others hurried to explain, "No… nothing, we were just discussing how to protect you, Ning Rongrong!"
Ning Rongrong's eyes rolled as if she saw right through their thoughts and spoke again, "I see, but everyone doesn't need to be so nervous. I already told dad about leaving the team, and he agreed to it!"
Upon hearing this, everyone revealed skeptical looks...
Seeing that they still harbored doubts, she reassured them again, "Don't worry. As long as you accompany me here for a few days, we'll return to the sect!"
"Besides, I have been working hard on my cultivation recently and surely deserve a break!"
She wasn't joking; ever since the previous incident, she had been cultivating within the sect...
And had reached the Two Apertures Divided Heart stage early!
This was also why Ning Fengzhi agreed to her wishes!
The leading disciple coughed and inquired, "In that case, may I ask, little… ahem, Ning Rongrong, what do you plan to do here?"
Ning Rongrong's eyes sparkled with excitement as she replied, "Of course, I intend to see the legendary Shrek Academy!"
Upon hearing this, the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect disciples all had question marks floating over their heads...
"Shrek Academy?? What kind of academy is that, I seem to have never heard of it!"
"I've never heard of it either. Does the Soul Land have such an academy? It couldn't be some low-grade academy, could it?"
"Just by the name, you know it's a trash academy, Ning Rongrong, let's just go back to the sect. Any academy in Soul Land would be easy for you to enter if you wish!"
Ning Rongrong seemed slightly surprised, "Eh, nobody has heard of it? It is said that Shrek Academy only accepts geniuses among geniuses, which is why I wanted to check it out in person!"
That wasn't right; this was different from the information her own people had gathered!
But soon she shook her head...
"Forget it, if Shrek Academy only accepts geniuses, it's normal for them not to have many disciples or fame. Let's just try our luck then!!"
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