97. A Gentleman Does Not Take What Others Like

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"Although I don't have the heart to harm others, having the heart to guard against others is essential. Your Royal Highness, do you think it makes sense?"

There was no trace of guilt in his speech and behavior. Lu Yuan opened his chair, sat down candidly, and threw the question to Xue Qinghe with a smile.

Xue Qinghe narrowed his eyes slightly and calmly responded:

"Of course, there is a reason. But Brother Lu's actions will inevitably embarrass some people. Brother Lu, don't you think about yourself?"

Ning Fengzhi glanced at Xue Qinghe, who was talking and laughing happily. His expression moved slightly, and he smiled, saying:

"There are no worthless people under a great reputation, and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has always earned respect through virtue. Therefore, it has been unanimously recognized by many soul master friends in the soul master world."

"Since you like freedom, why don't you come to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile School and see for yourself? The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile School is unlike some big forces with strict rules. In our school, every soul master is like a brother or sister, living in harmony without constraints."

From what Xue Qinghe had just said, Ning Fengzhi understood clearly that the two were no longer allies. They were mentors and apprentices, supporters and supporters. However, at this moment, their identities were "Seven Treasures Glazed Sect Master" and "Heaven Dou Prince."

Whether it was Ning Fengzhi or Xue Qinghe, every word spoken at this moment was a statement from their respective perspectives.

It had nothing to do with truth, and nothing to do with right or wrong. It was simply because they had different positions that they had to face the situation of contradicting each other.

Of course, no matter what the outcome of this matter would be, after it was over, the relationship between the two parties would return to its original state.

He was also Xue Qinghe's mentor and supporter, and Xue Qinghe was still his apprentice and supporter.

Xue Qinghe, who had been counterattacked by Ning Fengzhi, remained as stable as Mount Tai. Without saying much, he simply sat there quietly, maintaining a smile.

Negotiation is a matter that requires patience and energy. Similarly, until the last moment, no one knows what the result will be.

At the very least, up until now, she had made a better impression than Ning Fengzhi. So why rush to refute? Just be herself and continue to be generous.

Not to mention, she was still not sure if Lu Yuan was sent by that woman. That woman had a lot of money, and she didn't dare to bet. However, if she was patient, she would eventually find out.

Glancing at Xue Qinghe, who remained emotionless, Lu Yuan smiled and flicked his fingers, picking up on Ning Fengzhi's words.

"Hearing is believing, seeing is believing. This saying is very insightful, but I have an even more insightful saying here. I wonder if Sect Master Ning is interested in hearing it?"

"Then I'm all ears!" Ning Fengzhi said with a smile. An inexplicable emotion flashed in his eyes, but it quickly disappeared.

Lu Yuan naturally sensed the other party's mood swings and calmly praised:

"Sect Master Ning is still too modest. It's not enough to just listen attentively. After all, this saying goes: 'What you see with your own eyes is not true.'"

Xue Qinghe lightly clapped his palms and exclaimed with a hint of surprise:

"Brilliant! It's truly brilliant! Even after considering myself knowledgeable all these years, I still feel amazed from the bottom of my heart after hearing these two sayings."

There is always a chance for betrayal. However, it doesn't necessarily mean that all opportunities for betrayal need to be created by individuals. Often, borrowing a platform from others can lead to a more effective betrayal.

Ning Fengzhi's eyelids trembled a few times and then slowly returned to calm. For the first time, he felt that it might not be a good thing for a disciple to be too outstanding. Could this one be any better?

In all fairness, at this time, the rational choice would be to remain silent and not speak.

Give the initiative to Xue Qinghe first, and then find faults in the other party's remarks to achieve the effect of countering the client.

But it was a pity that Ning Fengzhi couldn't even take half a step back.

In this stalemate between the two sides, impression points were crucial because they determined who the neutrals would favor.

It didn't take much, just a few words from a neutral person could tilt the situation in favor of one side.

So, even though he knew that the road ahead would be difficult, Ning Fengzhi had to bite the bullet and take the lead.

The only advantage he currently had was the right of first-hand information. Giving up that right was not an option. He didn't need to talk about what would happen afterwards.

Just focus on the present. However, Ning Fengzhi wanted to exercise his right of first-hand information, and Xue Qinghe had no objection. But Lu Yuan did!

He lightly tapped the table with the knuckles of his index finger. Lu Yuan deviated from his usual routine and asked a question that caught everyone off guard:

"I once heard a saying: A gentleman does not take what others like. Sect Master Ning, do you think this saying makes sense?"

He pondered for a while but couldn't figure out what the other party's intentions were. Ning Fengzhi could only answer in a normal tone and said with a smile, "Of course, it makes sense."

"Forgive me for being presumptuous, but may I ask, Sect Master Ning, are you a gentleman?"

Upon hearing this impolite and somewhat sharp question, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but ponder for a moment.

To be honest, he always felt something was amiss. It was like walking into a deep trap, and when he realized it was a trap, he couldn't escape. But he didn't even know what this trap was for, so how could he break through it quickly?

Xue Qinghe's eyes flickered. Glancing at Ning Fengzhi, who suddenly stopped, he casually mentioned:

"Brother Lu, you can rest assured. The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has always earned respect through virtue and has a good reputation in the world of soul masters. From Sect Master Ning to ordinary disciples, almost all of them are gentlemen."

Ning Fengzhi and Lu Yuan both admired this statement in their hearts. However, Lu Yuan was thanking the opponent for a crucial assist, while Ning Fengzhi was speechless and once again betrayed by Xue Qinghe.

Ning Fengzhi absolutely did not believe that his disciple couldn't see the strangeness in this question, but...

His complexion darkened, his eyes turned serious. Ning Fengzhi was about to say something to express that this was too much when he was stunned by Lu Yuan's sudden question.

"Then, since Sect Master Ning is a gentleman, I don't know why you took what belongs to me?"

Straightening his back, leaning slightly forward, the young man's voice was filled with anger and displeasure, giving off a sense of impending storm.

"Is it becauseshe is beautiful?"

The deep voice gradually grew sharper in the calm eyes.

"Or is it because of her worth?"

His smile turned into a straight face as he asked calmly:

"Or is Sect Master Ning not afraid that I will destroy your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect in the future?"

The young man grinned, revealing eight white teeth, and asked calmly.

Black, black, black, black, red. Five soul rings slowly rose from Lu Yuan's feet. The extreme ratio of soul rings and the pure blood-red soul ring made everyone in the room stop thinking.

Only Xue Qinghe managed to maintain his composure, but the horror in her eyes was undeniable.

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