After Ning Fengzhi raised the bid on the mysterious gloves to four million Gold Spirit Coins in one go, no one else dared to continue bidding. Even though Imperial Marshal Gelong was very displeased, he could only watch as Ning Fengzhi successfully won the auction.
Cheng Xiao lightly rubbed his forehead with his fingers, eyes showing a trace of confusion. Ning Fengzhi's sudden intervention had caught him completely off guard.
With the last auction item sold, the auction finally came to an end. Cheng Xiao, Dugu Yan, and Dugu Bo, guided by a maid, went to the post-auction lounge to make their payments.
"Your Grace, here is the soft armor you purchased." After receiving the Gold Spirit Coins, the maid smiled as she handed over the box containing the soft armor and then politely exited the lounge.
Dugu Yan took the box containing the soft armor and was overjoyed, immediately wrapping her arms around Dugu Bo's arm and acting coquettishly.
At that moment, a few more footsteps approached from a distance. Cheng Xiao turned his head and saw the maid who had previously left, now accompanied by a refined and gentle middle-aged man and a white-haired elder.
These two were Ning Fengzhi, Sect Master of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and Sword Douluo Chenxin, protector of the sect. Their arrival seemed to indicate that the mysterious gloves were about to find their rightful owner.
Seeing them, Dugu Bo's pupils contracted slightly. Though he was somewhat displeased with Ning Fengzhi's interference, in front of these two he had no choice but to remain low-key.
"Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo," Dugu Bo cupped his hands respectfully toward Ning Fengzhi and Chenxin.
The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has two protector Douluos. As the saying goes, one sect, two Douluos. When the sect master leaves the sect, a titled Douluo always accompanies him to ensure his safety.
The other titled Douluo remains at the sect, maintaining the base. Perhaps the last time, Bone Douluo Gu Rong accompanied Ning Fengzhi; this time, Sword Douluo Chenxin took the role.
Seeing Dugu Bo greet him, Ning Fengzhi did not maintain any formality and stepped forward, smiling at Dugu Bo: "Mr. Dugu, I apologize for the earlier auction incident."
"Heh heh, Sect Master Ning, don't joke. With the wealth of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, even forty million Gold Spirit Coins is nothing. No need to apologize," Dugu Bo said coldly.
Even though Ning Fengzhi had the backing of Sword Douluo, that didn't mean Dugu Bo would bow his head. Displeasure is displeasure, and pretending otherwise has no meaning.
"Haha." Ning Fengzhi smiled gracefully at Dugu Bo's words, then glanced toward Cheng Xiao next to him. He was about to ask his identity when Sword Douluo Chenxin, standing behind him, suddenly narrowed his eyes.
"How does Rongrong's Gold Card end up with you?"
"Who are you? How did you get this Gold Card?" Chenxin's eyes glimmered with cold light, his voice sharpening.
Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi and Dugu Bo were slightly stunned. Their gaze fell on Cheng Xiao, and they saw that a small portion of a golden card protruded from his clothing pocket, the visible part clearly displaying the symbol of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda.
"What's going on?" Ning Fengzhi's expression darkened. As a father, the last thing he wanted was for his daughter to be in trouble. But now the young man held in his hand the unlimited Gold Card he had given his daughter, which immediately brought to mind some troubling possibilities.
"Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo, this may be a misunderstanding," Dugu Bo stammered. He quickly stepped forward to stand in front of Cheng Xiao and began explaining to them.
"Boy, tell me—how did this Gold Card end up in your hands? Otherwise, don't blame me if I show no mercy." Chenxin ignored Dugu Bo's explanation, his gaze as sharp as a sword fixed on Cheng Xiao, ready to act at any moment.
Facing Chenxin's threat, Cheng Xiao calmly took out the Gold Card and smiled: "Senior Sword Douluo, if I tell you that this Gold Card was neither stolen nor taken from anyone, but was instead given to me by Ning Rongrong, what will you do?"
"Rongrong gave it to you?" Hearing this, Chenxin furrowed his brow. He had been watching Cheng Xiao, waiting to see how he would explain, but the response showed no hesitation, no sign of guilt.
"And young man, may I know your name?" Ning Fengzhi reacted quickly. Although he didn't understand why his daughter would give this Gold Card to someone, the fact she did indicated the person's importance.
"Sect Master Ning, you may call me Cheng Xiao," he replied with a smile.
"Cheng Xiao, a good name," Ning Fengzhi smiled. "Can you tell me how Rongrong came to give you this Gold Card?"
Cheng Xiao shook his head. "Sect Master Ning, if you ask me, I might not be able to answer. I suggest you ask Ning Rongrong herself—of course, only if she is willing to tell you."
"Rongrong in trouble?" Ning Fengzhi murmured inwardly.
"Sect Master Ning, I'll return the Gold Card to you," Cheng Xiao said, smiling as he handed it over.
Silently taking the Gold Card from Cheng Xiao's hand, Ning Fengzhi drew a deep breath and waved at Sword Douluo.
Seeing Ning Fengzhi's gesture, Chenxin paused slightly and then took out the mysterious gloves he had just won at the auction.
Ning Fengzhi smiled at Dugu Bo: "Mr. Dugu, apologies for the earlier incident. Since Cheng Xiao is so magnanimous, the mysterious gloves shall be his gift."
"Heh heh, not quite proper… right?" Dugu Bo said, but his hands moved swiftly, taking the box containing the gloves from Chenxin as if fearing it wouldn't be given.
Chenxin's mouth twitched—this old fox…
Once the gloves were secured, Dugu Bo chuckled: "Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo, I won't disturb your affairs further. We'll take our leave. Farewell."
With that, Dugu Bo quickly led Dugu Yan and Cheng Xiao out of the hall.
"This old fox truly is as eccentric as rumored," Chenxin muttered, watching them leave with a frown.
"Sword Uncle, do you think what Cheng Xiao said is true?" Ning Fengzhi asked, holding the Gold Card, his voice calm.
Chenxin pondered for two seconds: "Sect Master, I believe him. From my observation, this boy's strength is at most Soul Master level. Yet he shows no fear before a titled Douluo, his temperament is good, and he has the proud Dugu Bo accompanying him. This youth must be exceptional."
Ning Fengzhi slightly frowned and gave a soft hum, then tucked the Gold Card away, speaking coldly: "Have someone investigate. Rongrong's matters cannot be delayed. I want to see how he got her to willingly give this Gold Card."
"Understood. I'll make arrangements," Chenxin nodded slightly.
"Hmm." Ning Fengzhi suddenly sighed, his voice carrying some fatigue. "Sword Uncle, if Rongrong has a boyfriend, what should I do as a father?"
"Fengzhi? Are you joking?" Chenxin's expression changed, his voice stern. "How old is Rongrong? How could she have a boyfriend?"
"I'm just worried," Ning Fengzhi said with a bitter smile.
"…" Chenxin fell silent. After a long pause, a deep voice followed: "I'm worried too."
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