Pretending to be an expert
As the leader of a Guild, he had to have some understanding of the people who came to participate in the auction. Just as Ling Chuxi and the others entered the venue, he had already inquired about their origins and also knew about the relationship between Ling Linxi and elder Qiu.
He thought to himself that even if his disciple was insensible, his master would not be so insensible. As long as elder Qiu opened his mouth, he did not believe that Ling Chuxi would not compromise.
"Hehe, this disciple of mine is stubborn and I've spoiled him. If he's set on something, I can't do anything about it as his master." Elder Qiu looked at Ling Chuxi with a kind expression, just like a grandfather looking at his mischievous yet helpless grandson.
As long as he didn't provoke this old man, there was nothing wrong with him pretending to be an expert.