LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 60: Prince Xue Xing Admits Fault, Qin Xiao’s Attitude
Chapter 60: Prince Xue Xing Admits Fault, Qin Xiao's Attitude
"Xue Beng, do you have a problem with this place?"
Prince Xue Xing, without waiting for others to speak, noticed Xue Beng's gestures and glared at him coldly, his anger rising.
Xue Beng, a spoiled brat, seemed to have forgotten why they were here—to ask for help. He needed to humble himself.
"Ah, no," Xue Beng hastily lowered his hand, his face flashing with panic, "Uncle, I just couldn't help myself. And this place really is awful."
Prince Xue Xing was speechless. If not for the fact that Emperor Xue Ye's other son had passed away, leaving only two, he would have considered supporting someone else.
Nevertheless, Xue Beng was his choice, the only choice. Even if he was a hopeless case, Prince Xue Xing had to support him.
Prince Xue Xing, resigned to his choice, turned to Qin Xiao with a slight smile and a hint of apology, "Mr. Qin, Xue Beng is just a child and has been spoiled by his royal upbringing. Please disregard his lack of manners. We would have come to talk even without him."
He then turned to Flender and the others from Shrek Academy, "Dean Flender, teachers and students of Shrek Academy, I, Xue Xing, have come to apologize to you."
"We offended you yesterday."
Prince Xue Xing spoke sincerely and even bowed deeply, a significant gesture from someone of his stature.
Xue Beng, reluctantly following Prince Xue Xing's lead, also bowed awkwardly.
However.
The Shrek Academy members remained silent, their eyes on Qin Xiao's figure, waiting for his response.
Everyone understood that Prince Xue Xing and Xue Beng were actually apologizing to Qin Xiao.
"If I, Dai Mubai, could become like Qin Xiao, even a Prince would have to bow before me," Dai Mubai pledged silently.
Oscar thought to himself, "If I had Qin Xiao's charisma, would Ning Rongrong look at me like that?"
And Ma Hongjun, admiring Qin Xiao, thought, "With Qin Xiao's strength, what woman couldn't I attract?"
Yet, faced with Prince Xue Xing and Xue Beng's gesture, Qin Xiao remained silent, just quietly observing them.
Suddenly, Prince Xue Xing chuckled, "Look at my memory." He revealed a black card, which even Flender could see was covered in zeros.
"May I have the opportunity to sit down and talk with Mr. Qin again?" Prince Xue Xing asked, holding the card respectfully, like presenting a business card.
"Five hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins from a high-ranking Prince, quite generous!"
Qin Xiao easily read the numbers on the card.
Shocked, Xue Beng realized his uncle, the Prince, was offering Qin Xiao five hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins.
Shrek Academy members once again revised their understanding of a strong person's influence— even a Prince had to appease them with Gold Soul Coins.
To Dai Mubai, a prince himself, five hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins was an astronomical sum.
"Mr. Qin, don't misunderstand. This money is just to express our apology for the past," Prince Xue Xing said as Qin Xiao hesitated to accept the card. "Just sit down and talk again, and you can name your terms. I'll meet them as best as I can, and if I can't, I'll find a way!"
Prince Xue Xing's voice was firm and resolute.
"Hehe, is the Tian Dou Empire, or should I say Prince Xue Xing, really so determined to win me over?" Qin Xiao's gaze flickered slightly, but he still didn't reply. He was still contemplating the Tian Dou Empire's Hanzhi Qiankun Cover.
After all, as the saying goes, since Tang San and his son are enemies of Qin Xiao, then Qin Xiao must completely cut off their escape route and leave them with no way out. Of course, if he could solve the problem at its root, that would be even better. However, he had no interest in getting involved in the disputes of the Tian Dou Empire.
"Who's there?" However, at this moment, exclamations came from outside the door:
"His Royal Highness the Prince is here, make way for the commoners."
"Do not approach." However, compared to the loud shouts of the crowd, a warm voice seemed insignificant. But strangely, this voice had a penetrating quality, audible to both those outside the inn and those inside.
"I am Ning Fengzhi from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan!"
"I am Gu Rong, an elder of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan!"
Ning Fengzhi! Gu Rong! What are they here for? Prince Xue Xing was startled, and he discreetly put away the black card in his hand and straightened his posture. He first smiled apologetically at Qin Xiao, then shouted towards the door, "Please come in, Master Ning."
Immediately, the noise outside the inn ceased, and only the sound of footsteps could be heard. Clatter, clatter, clatter. Before long, two figures walked in.
The first one that caught Qin Xiao's eye was Ning Fengzhi, who had an elegant and refined demeanor. Beside him was a tall, slender old man. Qin Xiao knew that this person must be the second pillar of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, Gu Rong!
"Qin, my old friend, we meet again." Ning Fengzhi entered the inn and first greeted Qin Xiao with a slight bow.
"Master Ning, I didn't expect to meet so soon." Qin Xiao returned the greeting with a bow.
They actually know each other? On the side, Xue Xing, who witnessed all of this, had his pupils contract and thought to himself that this was not good!
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi looked at Xue Xing and said, "What I didn't expect, Your Highness, is to also find Prince Xue Xing here."
"Quite a coincidence," Xue Xing also showed a friendly smile, "I didn't expect to meet Master Ning here either." Ning Fengzhi smiled, "I didn't expect His Royal Highness to have such a desire to have breakfast here."
Breakfast? Who is the target here? Xue Xing felt uncomfortable, but he didn't show it. Instead, he whispered, "The scent of wine is not afraid of the deep alley; Master Ning, were you also lured here?"
Both of them were experienced individuals in the world of intrigue, so Xue Xing expected Ning Fengzhi to hide his true purpose. However, Ning Fengzhi's answer left Prince Xue Xing bewildered, "Your words are off the mark. I came here specifically to find my dear friend Qin."
He was straightforward? You're not going to hide your intentions at all? Both Prince Xue Xing and Xue Beng were surprised. Ning Fengzhi continued, "I wonder what business Master Ning has with me?" Qin Xiao asked.
"No need to rush."
"Qin, let me introduce you first. This is Gu Rong, the elder of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan."
After Ning Fengzhi finished speaking, Gu Rong stepped forward. With a slight smile at the corners of his mouth, he said, "I am Gu Rong. I have come to express my gratitude to you for your assistance."
Gratitude for assistance? Qin Xiao was momentarily stunned and gave Gu Rong a deep look. In his perception, Gu Rong's aura fluctuated intermittently, indicating that he was actively controlling something.
Normally, when a soul master experienced such fluctuations, it was a sign of breakthrough in cultivation. It seemed that Gu Rong had absorbed and refined the soul bone left by Tang Xiao, discovering the opportunity for a breakthrough.
Qin Xiao suddenly realized, "Senior, you give me too much credit. What opportunities you have are entirely your own abilities and have nothing to do with me." He waved his hand and didn't take credit for it.
"You're too modest." Gu Rong shook his head slightly.
"Young Friend Qin, you're being too formal. I also brought some local specialities as a token of appreciation on behalf of Uncle Gu. You must accept them and not refuse."
When Ning Fengzhi said this, everyone was taken aback.
What? Sect Master Ning Xiao also wants to give Qin Xiao a gift?
And what does he want to give? Local specialties?
The Lord of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the richest person in the world, is actually only giving local specialties as gifts.
Isn't this a bit cheap?
However.
When everyone saw Sect Master Ning Xiao take out a black card from the spatial spirit tool, they all looked astonished.
Damn it!
Do you call this a local specialty? Damn, this is all money!
But, on second thought, there doesn't seem to be anything wrong with it.
After all, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is the richest sect in the world, and when it comes to what they have the most of, it's definitely money.
Sect Master Ning Xiao gives local specialties, gives a black card to Qin Xiao, isn't that reasonable?
"The card has 8.88 million Gold Soul Coins, universally accepted across the continent. Qin Xiao, my friend, don't be polite," Sect Master Ning Xiao said with a smile.
"Yes, Qin Xiao, please accept it. Without you, there would be no me today," Bone Douluo added with gratitude in his voice.
After all, Qin Xiao could have chosen to sell his spirit bone to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan or the Spirit Hall.
But he chose to sell it to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which ultimately made him the Bone Douluo!
"Sect Master Ning, Bone Douluo, you are too polite. How can I accept such a generous gift?" Qin Xiao said as he took the card from Sect Master Ning Xiao's hand.
Typical of saying no with his mouth, but being honest with his actions. {ahem*}
Of course, this also indicated that Qin Xiao did not reject Sect Master Ning Xiao's goodwill.
Unlike Xue Xing, his relationship with Sect Master Ning Xiao was one of a killer and a follower, so it was only natural for Sect Master Ning Xiao's money to be accepted.
Ah, Sect Master Ning Xiao, you are really something.
After witnessing Qin Xiao and Sect Master Ning Xiao's conversation and actions, Xue Xing was in a state of shock.
What's going on?
Sect Master Ning Xiao gave Qin Xiao 8.88 million Gold Soul Coins just to express his gratitude?
Then, I should consider inviting Qin Xiao to join the Royal Academy of the Star Dou Great Forest or joining my own forces. This five million Gold Soul Coins might seem a bit inadequate, won't it? Isn't this a slap in the face!
He strongly condemned Sect Master Ning Xiao's price inflation in his heart!
Spit! Isn't it just having too much money and nowhere to spend it!?
"Royal Uncle, how about we leave for now and discuss matters with Mr. Qin later?" At this moment, Xue Beng reached out and pulled the somewhat dazed Xue Xing.
In fact, even Xue Beng felt somewhat embarrassed.
He felt like Royal Uncle's face was about to be swollen by Sect Master Ning Xiao.
"Sounds good."
Xue Xing, now back to his senses, bowed to Qin Xiao and said, "Since Sect Master Ning Xiao and Mr. Qin are old friends, we won't disturb your reunion."
"Safe travels, Your Highness," Sect Master Ning Xiao replied with a slight smile.
Qin Xiao simply said, "No need."
After Xue Beng and the others left, Ning Rongrong happily rushed to Bone Douluo's side.
"Bone Douluo, I've missed you so much."
"I heard the Sect Master say that even if he dragged you, you wouldn't return to the sect."
"It's not like he dragged me that seriously, I just chatted a little longer," Ning Rongrong said, pulling at the corner of her clothes, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
"Sect Master Ning, did you come here for something specific this time?" Qin Xiao asked.
Sect Master Ning nodded. "Indeed, there is something, but it's not urgent. Tonight, at the most luxurious hotel in Tian Dou City, I will host a dinner for you all. We can discuss things over dinner."
This statement was primarily directed at Qin Xiao, but it was also an invitation to Bone Douluo and the others.
It looks like there really is something important. Qin Xiao thought for a moment and agreed, "Alright."
Afterwards, Sect Master Ning and Bone Douluo walked away together.
It's worth mentioning that, no matter how Bone Douluo called her, Ning Rongrong chose to stay in Shrek Academy.
"Flender, what are your plans for the next step?"
"Are you really going to stay here?" Qin Xiao asked Flender seriously.
"I have a friend in Tian Dou City who runs an academy there. How about we go take a look?" Flender asked tentatively.
Is it to meet Liu Erlong? Qin Xiao was somewhat excited. He remembered that Liu Erlong was also considered a beautiful woman in the original work. He wanted to see if this hot-tempered woman was as beautiful as described in the original text.
On the other hand, in the Heavenly Dou Palace.
Emperor Xue Ye came to the resting chamber of Emperor Xue Ye.
"Father, are you feeling any better?"
Seeing Emperor Xue Ye bedridden and unable to move, Xue Qinghe asked with a concerned expression.
"Better? Far from it, my child."
"Or should I say, I have no hope of getting better."
Emperor Xue Ye smiled wryly. "I called you here this time because it's related to my condition."
"Father, please don't think too much. You will definitely get better in the future." Xue Qinghe's eyes flashed, and he hurriedly reassured.
"Haha, Qinghe, don't say these comforting words. I'm tired of hearing them," Emperor Xue Ye shook his head and smiled.
After a moment, the smile on his face gradually disappeared, and he said seriously, "Qinghe, the reason I called you here is to tell you that I plan to give up treatment!"
==================================================================
🌟 Unlock the World of Stories with Early Access on Patreon! 🌟
Hello, beloved readers and supporters!
I am thrilled to offer you an exclusive opportunity to dive deeper into our captivating stories before anyone else. By joining the Patreon community, you'll unlock a treasure trove of benefits, including:
📚 Early Access to 20 Chapters: Be the first to explore new chapters, experiencing the twists and turns of our tales well ahead of regular readers. Your journey through our stories doesn't have to wait!
💬 Connect with the Community: Join a vibrant, like-minded group of readers who share your passion. Engage in exciting discussions, share theories, and make new friends who love the stories as much as you do.
👏 Support the Creator: Your patronage directly contributes to the ongoing creation and improvement of the content you love. Be a vital part of the creative journey!