103. Ning Fengzhi And The Others

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It was evident that Lu Yuan felt refreshed, unlike Ning Fengzhi and the others who had trouble sleeping the previous night. The more thoughtful a person was, the more speechless they feel about the events that unfolded. All the mistakes combined to create a bitter taste of failure in their recruitment efforts.

It could be argued that it was a misunderstanding or a refusal, but who knows why they didn't change their minds at that moment? Even if they didn't change their minds, they could have shown more respect and less contempt towards the other party. It was a wasted opportunity to leave such an impression on Xue Qinghe.

Ning Fengzhi felt a surge of frustration when he reflected on the events that occurred along the way. Fortunately, his cultivation and health were good, so there were no physical repercussions from his anger.

On the other hand, Xue Qinghe, who resided in the room next to Ning Fengzhi, was not part of the sleepless group. Although Lu Yuan hadn't become a member of their group from the current perspective, if he had joined the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School he would become an enemy in another sense. As a genius, Xue Qinghe understood the importance of patience. And as a divine candidate, she knew that not only patience was necessary, but also considerable sincerity to make an impression on the other party.

At the very least, she needed to reveal her true identity once she ensured that the other party wouldn't disclose the situation. Whether she expressed it clearly or vaguely, she couldn't hide it. Being sincere first was crucial to gain the support of the other party. It was also a way to avoid a potential rift in the future due to identity issues.

As for whether Ning Fengzhi slept the previous night or not, it wasn't within her consideration. Ning Fengzhi, who had been awake all night, showed signs of fatigue in his eyes. However, his mental state remained intact, and there was no indication that he had suffered a setback the previous day.

When they met again in the morning, the energetic Xue Qinghe naturally noticed Ning Fengzhi's fatigue. She calmly asked, "Teacher, you look a little tired. Could it be the result of the hardships along the way?"

Ning Fengzhi picked up a warm towel and wiped his face, feeling refreshed. Then he put down the towel and smiled, saying, "Qinghe, you are almost ready to become a teacher."

Xue Qinghe didn't provide a direct response, but the metaphor in Ning Fengzhi's words served as an answer to her question. As it was well-known, one must meet certain standards, excel in some aspects, or even surpass their teacher before they can become a teacher themselves. Ning Fengzhi's words implied that he acknowledged Xue Qinghe's achievements and conceded the match, even though Xue Qinghe hadn't won yet. He understood that he had no chance of winning.

It was unclear whether Xue Qinghe grasped the meaning behind his words, but she smiled and said, "Teacher, you overestimate me. I still have a long way to go and wouldn't dare to belittle myself."

Ning Fengzhi looked at the towel in his hand, a trace of complexity flashing in his eyes. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, hoping that she would succeed this time. The process of recruiting talents was like taming an eagle – either you control the eagle, or the eagle controls you. There was no second option. However, there was a final safety measure. If the eagle remained within its cage, even if it wasn't tamed immediately, the hunter wouldn't resort to violent measures. But if the eagle tried to break free and soar again, the hunter had no choice but to crush the rebellious bird in the cage.

Likewise, in the case of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, a peerless genius with a five-ring Soul King level could only be considered an eagle. The strength of the spirit ring ratio was insignificant when there was a vast gap in soul power. A Titled Douluo was on a different level altogether. A Super Douluo at level ninety-five could effortlessly defeat five Titled Douluos at level ninety-one. It was like an armed human in armor chasing five dogs. Even if Lu Yuan could fight, his current cultivation base as a Soul King was already a high estimation to match a Contra. Moreover, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School had two Super Douluos, Uncle Jian and Uncle Bone, overseeing matters. Dealing with a rebellious eagle was simply a matter of ease for them.

Thoughts raced through Ning Fengzhi's mind as he put away the towel and walked past Xue Qinghe, lightly patting him on the shoulder. Shrek Academy was a treasure trove with many valuable assets. Although the most precious treasure in this trove wasn't meant for him, he could still explore other treasures. For example, there was Ma Hongjun, suspected to possess the Fire Phoenix Martial Soul. Then there was the food-type soul master who was said to be born with abundant soul power. And let's not forget about Prince Xingluo, with his special identity. These were all excellent treasures, worthy of consideration.

However...

"Teacher, you are mistaken," Xue Qinghe spoke from where he stood, sighing softly.

As a divine examiner, Xue Qinghe saw himself not as an eagle, but as a mighty dragon. And beside the dragon, there had to be Dragonborns. Instead of attempting to recover the Dragonborns, why not choose the path of "do or die" and try to break through the dragon's defenses?

In this moment, Xue Qinghe was immensely grateful for his background. Despite a childhood filled with shadows, his background provided him with access to "information that most people cannot know." He had a broader perspective and foresight, rivaling even some seasoned individuals.

"What are your thoughts?" Lu Yuan asked, causing Xue Qinghe's heart to skip a beat. He turned around calmly, with a hint of helplessness, and said with a smile, "Why, Brother Lu, are you here?"

Lu Yuan smiled and snapped his fingers, replying, "For most soul masters, it's normal for them to appear and disappear, isn't it?"

"Indeed," Xue Qinghe agreed, subtly revealing some insider information by indicating the direction of Ning Fengzhi's departure.

Upon feeling the hairs on his arm stand up, Lu Yuan waved his hands in a bewildered manner and sighed, "Your Highness, if you say it like that, it can easily lead to misunderstandings."

Misunderstandings? Xue Qinghe pondered over what he had said, and his expression became complex. There was also a peculiar look in his eyes as he gazed at Lu Yuan. It seemed that his words could be interpreted differently. Xue Qinghe genuinely hadn't anticipated...

"Speak," Xue Qinghe urged, "Your Highness, don't you want to chat with me?"

Realizing Xue Qinghe's interpretation, Lu Yuan quickly changed the subject. It was fine for men to joke around occasionally, but such a joke could be inappropriate for a young girl. They were almost at the point where the joke could turn malicious, and it wouldn't contribute positively to their ongoing conversation.

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