Chapter 283
Even the most precious things have their price!
Ning Fengzhi took a deep breath and made his final and most resounding conclusion. He looked at Lin Xia with sincere and ardent eyes.
"So, buddy, what if you run into some kind of problem?"
He waved his hand dismissively, his tone carrying a bold and resolute air:
"Just spread the word! No matter what the problem is!"
"Is it to seek some rare and precious material, to track down an enemy lurking in the abyss, to urgently need an elite force to relieve a predicament, or even... to overturn the power structure of a small local faction!"
"I believe that no force in the entire Douluo Continent would refuse! Nor would any force dare to refuse to lend a helping hand!"
"Because helping you is paving the way for their own future! Offending you is like cutting off a vital link in their own development!"
Ning Fengzhi's words were forceful and resonant, filled with a profound understanding and high regard for the immense influence of Lin Xia's business empire.
He completely shattered Lin Xia's self-deprecating image as a small businessman, and laid bare the grandeur of his business empire, his potential influence on the mainland's landscape, and the invisible "power" that could mobilize resources from all sides.
Under the moonlight, Lin Xia listened quietly to Ning Fengzhi's detailed explanation, which was almost a compliment. The helpless smile on her face remained, but a faint, unnoticed depth flashed in the depths of her eyes.
Lin Xia twirled the seemingly ancient storage ring on her thumb, without refuting Ning Fengzhi's words, but instead lightly steered the conversation back to his core topic.
"Brother Ning, you flatter me. It's all just everyone giving me face; business partners helping each other out. But speaking of soul tools..."
Lin Xia's gaze became focused and business-like, and a professional smile appeared on her lips.
"Brother Ning, I have a batch of new soul tools here, soul tools that haven't been released yet. I wonder if you'd be interested?"
A simple sentence, yet it was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, stirring up a tidal wave in Ning Fengzhi's heart!
"Brother, you...you really mean this?!"
Ning Fengzhi's gentle and refined face was instantly replaced by an indescribable excitement and eagerness. The gleam in his deep eyes was even more intense than the anger he felt when he learned that his daughter had been humiliated.
He almost instinctively took a step forward, grabbed Lin Xia's arm tightly, and spoke at an astonishing speed.
"What is it?! No! I want it all, no matter what kind of soul tool it is! The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will take it all! Name your price! As long as you have the goods, no amount of gold soul coins is a problem!"
This sect leader of the three upper sects, who controlled nearly half of the continent's wealth and was known for his composure and elegance, was completely out of control at this moment.
His breathing was slightly rapid, and his face showed undisguised elation and determination.
A new type of soul tool!
It was personally brought out by Lin Xia, the lord of "Gengjin City" who revolutionized the entire soul tool system!
Its value and strategic significance are immeasurable in monetary terms!
This could very well mean that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will gain an overwhelming leading advantage in the application of soul tools in the next ten or even several decades!
In the event of potential future shifts in the power structure, they will have a greater say!
This sudden and dramatic reversal left Ning Rongrong, who was hiding behind Chen Xin, completely dumbfounded.
She peeked out, half her head still flushed with embarrassment, but her beautiful, glassy eyes were filled with immense confusion and disbelief.
How did my father, who was just moments ago so dignified and even a little embarrassed, suddenly become like this?
Her eyes were burning with the fervor of a hungry wolf eyeing a plump lamb. The fingers gripping Lin Xia's brother's arm were turning slightly white from the force. She was shouting, "I'll take it all," "Name your price"... Was this still the same father who could confuse his opponents at the negotiating table and who would repeatedly deliberate on the premium for even a rare mineral?
Just... just because of a batch of soul tools?
Is it really necessary?!
Ning Rongrong's little mind couldn't understand.
In her view, buying and selling transactions are simply a matter of exchanging money for goods, a transaction where the exchange of money and goods is completed.
Even the more complicated ones are nothing more than a few rounds of bargaining.
Her father's current eagerness to pluck out all their savings completely shattered her understanding of the word "transaction"! It was utterly shameful!
This is so beneath the dignity of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's leader!
She couldn't help but purse her lips and mutter something under her breath. Her voice wasn't loud, but the several highly skilled people present could hear it clearly.
"It's just a batch of soul tools... just pay and take the goods, right? Why are you in such a hurry... Dad is really..."
Lin Xia keenly noticed the change in Ning Rongrong's expression and her soft mutter of dissatisfaction.
A faint smile flickered in his deep black eyes, the professional curve widening at the corners of his mouth into a mischievous grin.
He ignored Ning Fengzhi, who was so excited he was about to lose his composure. Instead, he turned his head slightly, his gaze passing over Ning Fengzhi's shoulder and landing precisely on Ning Rongrong, whose small face was partially visible behind Chen Xin.
"Oh?"
Lin Xia's voice, carrying just the right amount of surprise and a lazy, playful tone, clearly reached everyone's ears.
"From what Miss Ning is saying... it seems you think this is a very simple transaction? Pay and take the goods, easy and pleasant?"
His gaze carried an invisible pressure, causing Ning Rongrong to subconsciously shrink back. However, the girl's pride prevented her from easily admitting defeat, especially in front of the guy who had just made her feel extremely embarrassed.
She stiffened her neck, trying her best to maintain the composure of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's little princess, although her voice was somewhat weak.
"Isn't that right? No matter how precious something is, it always has a price!"
"Rongrong! Don't be rude!"
Ning Fengzhi's expression changed, and he hurriedly reprimanded him.
Lin Xia smiled and waved her hand, signaling Ning Fengzhi to calm down.
He looked at Ning Rongrong with great interest, his gaze as if he were looking at a kitten that was oblivious to its own limitations and was about to jump into a raging river.
"Brother Ning."
Lin Xia withdrew her gaze and looked back at Ning Fengzhi, whose face was filled with anxiety and helplessness. The curve of her lips carried an undeniable meaning.
"It seems your daughter has quite a unique perspective on business."
Ning Fengzhi blushed, realizing to himself that something was wrong.
He knew Lin Xia too well. This guy seemed young, but in reality, he was as deep as the ocean and acted in unconventional ways.
Rongrong's words just now were like walking into a trap!
Sure enough, Lin Xia's next words made Ning Fengzhi's heart sink.
"In that case, Brother Ning, what about this deal regarding the new type of soul tool..."
Lin Xia deliberately dragged out her words, her gaze sweeping over Ning Rongrong's stubborn little face. She clearly saw a hint of disdain in Ning Rongrong's eyes, as if to say, "See? You're helpless now, aren't you?"
Lin Xia chuckled lightly, then abruptly changed the subject.
"...You shouldn't interfere."
"what?"
Ning Fengzhi and Ning Rongrong gasped in shock almost simultaneously. (End of Chapter)