“Thank you for saving us, Senior. Quan Li is endlessly grateful.”
Seeing Quan Li's sincere attitude, but his emotions quickly returning to calm, Chen Xin recognized the strength of this person's character.
This made him want to befriend him.
“I am not worthy of such gratitude, it is my duty.
Rather, it is Brother Quan's decision just now that is truly admirable.”
A smile appeared on Sword Douluo's face, and the previous indifference disappeared without a trace when facing Quan Li.
From this, it can be seen that what Chen Xin said was not polite, but his true thoughts.
The fact that Sword Douluo could say the word 'admirable' shows his attitude towards Quan Li.
After hearing this, Quan Li did not show any complacency, but instead, deeply reflected: “No, Senior is praising me too much. It was just my incompetence. If I had enough power, I wouldn't have been unable to protect the people I wanted to protect.”
A hint of powerlessness appeared on Quan Li's face, but besides that, there was more of an unwillingness hidden deep in his eyes.
Chen Xin's expression also became solemn when he heard this. Although he couldn't completely empathize, he could indeed understand Quan Li's feelings.
At this time, Quan Yi rushed out from the side and comforted him: “Grandpa, you don't need to blame yourself for this. The origin of all this is us.
If it weren't for us, we wouldn't have attracted such a powerful enemy. It's all our fault, not yours.”
“Yes, Grandpa, if you hadn't appeared, we would probably have died in the first attack.
You really can't be blamed. Everything can only be blamed on the enemy being too strong.”
After Quan Yi finished speaking, Huo Wu stood up and continued to comfort him, but even though she said that, Huo Wu's expression was also full of unwillingness and indignation.
It was also in this atmosphere that Ning Fengzhi from afar also came closer.
“We didn't expect them to plan such a thing, and without showing any mercy.
It is very likely that Quan Yi and Huo Wu's supreme talent made them feel threatened, which led them to kill them.”
Ning Fengzhi's arrival attracted everyone's attention.
“Hello, Sect Master Ning. Thank you for the Qibao Liuli Sect's help this time. Quan Li will never forget this kindness.”
Quan Li showed gratitude and necessary respect to this junior.
The Qibao Liuli Sect's financial resources and foundation are much stronger than the Quan family's at this stage.
As the Sect Master in charge of such a sect, even Quan Li in his original state could not ignore him.
Ning Fengzhi was also very graceful and did not take this opportunity to seek repayment. He sighed softly and said: “Please don't say that, Senior. This junior can't bear such a generous gift.
As Uncle Chen said, this is just our duty. If we fail to protect everyone, it would be our serious dereliction of duty.
Moreover, now, more important than these things is whether the next itinerary should allow them to participate in the competition?
Although after this incident, the other party would not dare to continue to attack before the end of the finals, it is still impossible to guarantee the safety of Quan Yi and Huo Wu.”
Noticing Ning Fengzhi's gaze turning to them, Quan Yi and Huo Wu did not avoid it and said directly: “No, Sect Master Ning, retreating now would really fulfill their wishes.
Only by winning the championship in this competition openly and honestly can we give them the most powerful counterattack.
Moreover, as you yourself said, they will not dare to attack us at least before the end of the competition.”
A look of appreciation flashed in Ning Fengzhi's eyes. Although this was the first time they had talked to each other, the character and wisdom they showed were not something ordinary people could possess.
“You are very smart. It seems that you already understand who is behind the scenes.
But because of this, you should also know that if you really win the championship, the pursuit you will suffer will inevitably be more terrifying than today.
At that time, even with our help, we may not be able to protect you completely.
You must know that your enemy is a behemoth on this continent that has gathered the most soul masters.
I will reveal a secret, among the seven major sects, only the Upper Three Sects are not within their sphere of influence.
It can be said that the number of soul masters controlled by the two empires combined may not be half of theirs.”
Ning Fengzhi's tone contained sternness, and he tried his best to explain the seriousness of the matter in a serious tone.
“Moreover, their current leader is known as the most powerful leader in history.
It is by no means wise to engage in a head-on conflict with them at this stage.
However, Quan Yi's heart was unwavering. A flash of wisdom flashed in his eyes, and he said calmly: “Thank you, Sect Master Ning, for your concern, but running away will never completely solve the problem.
In difficult situations, a head-on breakthrough may sometimes be a way out.
Winning the championship will certainly increase our risks, but at the same time, it will also make our reputation more prominent, which will make the other party afraid to act rashly.
So, Sect Master Ning, my decision is not just out of stubbornness.”
Quan Yi's clear eyes inexplicably possessed a kind of penetrating power.
This kind of penetrating power gave Ning Fengzhi an illusion, as if he was the one being scrutinized and observed.
Such eyes, coupled with this sonorous and powerful statement, Ning Fengzhi's heart was greatly shocked.
At this moment, Quan Yi's image in Ning Fengzhi's eyes began to slowly grow larger, making him unable to ignore it.
Ning Fengzhi's expression was a little dazed, and he couldn't even respond or refute a word.
At this time, a kind voice suddenly came from beside him.
“Well said, that's how the men of our Quan family should be.
It's just that Sect Master Ning underestimates our Quan family too much.”
This sudden voice surprised Ning Fengzhi slightly. When he turned his gaze to the direction from which the voice came, he saw a familiar figure.
“Curator Yun, it's been a long time. I didn't expect you to be in the convoy as well.”
The person who came was Yun Qiong, who had not shown up for a long time.
Ning Fengzhi showed a familiar expression towards Yun Qiong.
Yun Qiong was the same. She smiled and nodded to Ning Fengzhi, greeting him: “Sect Master Ning, it's been a long time.
I don't dare to be called Curator. I have resigned from the Imperial Library for a long time.”
Many years ago, when Yun Qiong was the curator of the library, she met Ning Fengzhi.
At that time, Yun Qiong was moved by Ning Fengzhi's sincere pursuit of knowledge and humble attitude, and gave him some guidance.
It was also because of this that Ning Fengzhi's face showed a sincere smile when he saw Yun Qiong. He happily talked to Yun Qiong: “No wonder Little Brother Quan Yi has such talent and wisdom. It turns out that he has received your true teachings.”
Ning Fengzhi showed a kind of humility of a junior towards Yun Qiong, no longer having the airs of a sect master.
Yun Qiong also shook her head with a smile and said with emotion: “I don't have that much ability.
Now I can only hold up a small umbrella for these juniors to block some wind and rain.”
