Chapter 251: Rongrong, What Do You Think of Lin Qingmo? A Probe from an Old Father
Chapter 251: Rongrong, What Do You Think of Lin Qingmo? A Probe from an Old Father
Tang San departed in a sorry state, yet the clamor had not yet fully subsided.
As twilight deepened among the streets and alleys, the noisy sounds spread out, weaving into a scene of extraordinary bustle.
Ning Rongrong was personally picked up by Ning Fengzhi, accompanied by the Sword Douluo.
Father and daughter were reunited after a long parting; Lin Qingmo and the others didn’t ask much and simply said their goodbyes.
The exclusive carriage of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was parked at the most prominent spot by the main entrance of the auction house.
The ebony body of the carriage was inlaid with fine sapphires, which reflected a faint, deep glow under the illumination of the lamps.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile PagodaSect emblem embroidered on the carriage curtains shone brightly, its overbearing magnificence drawing the gazes of all passersby.
Even Spirit Masters passing by, upon catching just a distant glimpse, couldn’t help but instinctively lighten their steps and take a detour, not daring to show even a hint of transgression.
Inside the carriage.
Ning Rongrong toyed with the hem of her skirt with her fingertips, looking at Ning Fengzhi across from her.
He undoubtedly wanted to ask about her recent situation and see how she was doing.
At this thought, a charming smile curled the corners of her lips.
Her voice was as sweet as if it had been soaked in honey.
With a hint of playfulness, she tilted her face up: "Dad, what exactly do you want to ask me? Just say it."
Ning Fengzhi’s gentle gaze fell upon her, his eyes filled with undisguised relief and pride.
He carefully observed his young daughter before him.
The girl who used to be arrogant and willful, throwing endless tantrums at the slightest inconvenience.
Now, she had actually shed some of that bossiness.
There was a bit more composure and Spiritual Qi between her brows.
Although she still had that same playful look.
But in her every move, there was now a faint air of a dignified young lady from a great family.
Ruffling Ning Rongrong’s hair, Ning Fengzhi said with a touch of doting: "Can’t Dad simply want you to keep me company? Do I have to have something to ask before I can look for you?"
Chen Xin sat to the side.
His gaze swept over the spirit power flowing around Ning Rongrong, and a flash of approval crossed his eyes, which had weathered many storms.
His tone carried a hint of teasing: "This girl Rongrong has indeed grown a lot."
"I remember back at the Sect, she would cry over the smallest things, chasing after me and shouting ’Grandpa Sword, Grandpa Sword’ to complain."
"Now, she’s so happy staying outside that she’s forgotten her home, not even willing to chat with us anymore."
"It seems the outside World is indeed much more interesting than our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
Ning Rongrong’s cheeks flushed red as she stomped her foot in mock annoyance and said coquettishly:
"Grandpa Sword, what are you saying? How could I be unwilling to accompany you and Dad? It’s just..."
It was just that staying by her friends’ side was more interesting.
Although she didn’t say the second half of the sentence out loud.
Her flickering eyes and the slight upward curve of her lips had already betrayed her thoughts completely.
She had been raised as the apple of the eye by the entire Sect since she was a child; when had she ever suffered any grievance?
Now that she had met a group of like-minded partners and her days were full and happy, it was naturally much more interesting than being in the Sect.
Seeing that his daughter’s emotions were written all over her face and her little thoughts couldn’t be hidden.
Ning Fengzhi couldn’t help but chuckle and shook his head.
He decided not to beat around the bush; his gaze focused slightly as he got straight to the point:
"Rongrong, do you have much contact with that Lin Qingmo? How does he treat you?"
Ning Rongrong nodded vigorously, her eyes lighting up instantly like two small flames being ignited.
Her tone was filled with undisguised admiration and excitement: "Dad, A-Qing is really amazing, he..."
Once the floodgates were opened, she couldn’t stop, chattering away.
From Lin Qingmo’s various performances at the academy.
To his dealings with Dai Mubai, Tang San, and the others, and how he usually looked after his companions and how hard he worked to Cultivate.
She wanted to tell her father every single detail.
Her small face was full of high spirits, completely failing to notice Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin exchanging a meaningful look.
...
On the other side.
Xiao Wu pulled Zhu Zhuqing and excitedly plunged into the bustling market streets of Heaven Dou City.
The oppressive and dull atmosphere in the auction had long since stifled her.
The way those high-ranking officials and nobles put on airs, along with the overt and covert struggles on the auction stage, made her feel uneasy all over.
As soon as she came out, she was like a bird set free, her whole being becoming lively and even her steps much lighter.
She pulled Zhu Zhuqing, weaving nimbly through the crowd.
Her eyes darted around, finding everything fresh and new.
The market of Heaven Dou City was truly worthy of being the most prosperous place in the entire Heaven Dou Empire.
Even at this hour, it was still brightly lit and teeming with people.
The shops on both sides of the street were lined up one after another.
Xiao Wu held a carrot-flavored Sugar man she had just bought.
The Sugar man was shaped like a carrot, and she couldn’t put it down.
Taking a large bite, the sweet taste melted in her mouth, carrying the unique sweetness of carrots.
She squinted her eyes in satisfaction, her cheeks bulging like a little rabbit’s.
Turning to look at Zhu Zhuqing beside her, she handed over the Sugar man and said with a smile:
"Zhuqing, try this, it’s delicious! Sweet but not greasy. I’ve never eaten such a tasty Sugar man!"
Zhu Zhuqing looked at the Sugar man being handed to her, then at Xiao Wu’s expectant face; a very faint smile touched the corners of her lips, and she shook her head gently.
"You eat it, I don’t like sweets."
However, her gaze involuntarily drifted toward the Bracers hanging in a nearby shop.
It was a shop that specialized in selling combat equipment.
Various handguards, Bracers, and belts were displayed in the window, with fine craftsmanship and soft leather.
She suddenly remembered the Combat suitLin Qingmo had bid for her.
Should she also give a gift in return?
Thinking this, her pace unconsciously slowed down.
Just then, several thuggish young men appeared out of nowhere, swaying as they surrounded them.
The leader was a young man with dyed yellow hair.
He wore gaudy clothes, his chest hanging open to reveal a bony torso, and he had a toothpick in his mouth; he clearly wasn’t a decent person.
His eyes leered greedily over Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing, his gaze so oily it seemed as if it would stick to them.
His mouth spewed even more foul language:
"Oho, these two little girls are quite pretty. Wandering the streets so late at night isn’t very safe."
"How about coming to play with us brothers?"
"We brothers guarantee you’ll be comfortable, much more interesting than wandering this crappy street."
After saying that, he gave a few sleazy chuckles.
The few lackeys behind him also joined in, laughing in a wretched and debased manner.
Xiao Wu’s face instantly turned cold.
Those large eyes, which were usually always smiling, were now filled with chilliness.
"So even Heaven Dou City has vermin. Zhuqing, hold this for me."
She stuffed the remaining Sugar man into Zhu Zhuqing’s arms.
She cracked her knuckles, the joints making crisp popping sounds, as a flash of anger crossed her eyes.
What she hated most were these local ruffians and hooligans who harassed decent women.
She had encountered many of them back in Nuoding City, and each time she had beaten them until they cried for their parents.
Today, these few blind fools would get a taste of her power, which could be considered as ridding the people of a scourge.
(End of Chapter)
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