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Ning Rongrong was slightly surprised that her identity had been exposed in such a manner.
However, she quickly regained her composure. Unlike other sects, the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Sect specialized in auxiliary soul masters, so they didn't hide much information about their exceptionally talented heirs. After all, no matter how strong their talent, they were still just auxiliary soul masters.
"I see. You're quite observant—especially since we've never even spoken before," Ning Rongrong remarked with admiration.
At this point, Ning Rongrong stood up again and performed a polite bow. "Let's reintroduce ourselves. My name is Ning Rongrong—the 'Ning' from the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda, and the 'Rong' meaning glory. I'm very pleased to officially meet you today."
Ye Wen was briefly taken aback but quickly stood up and returned the bow.
"I'm also pleased to meet you, Miss Ning Rongrong. My name is Ye Wen—the 'Ye' from leaves and the 'Wen' from culture."
Ye Wen found it strange that this version of Ning Rongrong seemed off. The cultured and well-mannered Ning Rongrong shouldn't appear until more than five years later after joining Shrek Academy.
But just then, Ning Rongrong suddenly flashed a mischievous smile.
"Pleased to meet me? How pleased are you to meet me~?"
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Ye Wen was startled for a moment, but his expression soon returned to normal. 'Ah, this is more like it.'
This playful, mischievous side of Ning Rongrong felt natural. Now that he thought about it, the earlier polite version of Ning Rongrong resembled the obedient girl she pretended to be when she first arrived at Shrek Academy.
"In any case, I'm very pleased. Miss Ning Rongrong, please take your seat," Ye Wen said indifferently.
Seeing how calm Ye Wen remained, unfazed by her teasing, Ning Rongrong felt a little displeased. But soon, like a predator spotting its prey, she eagerly sat down and began bombarding Ye Wen with questions.
Though Ye Wen found it annoying, with her two Title Douluo grandfathers sitting nearby, he didn't dare give Ning Rongrong the cold shoulder and could only endure.
At this point, Ye Wen simply hoped the apprentice ceremony would end soon. Socializing with these strangers was proving to be far too troublesome.
Initially, Xue Ke harbored some hostility toward Ning Rongrong. However, upon learning her identity, though she hadn't received imperial education, Xue Ke understood that she couldn't afford to alienate Ning Rongrong. After all, Ning Rongrong's father was the teacher of her crown prince brother.
Moreover, as Ning Rongrong conversed with Ye Wen, Xue Ke realized just how formidable Ye Wen's combat abilities were.
According to Ning Rongrong, during a battle between Ye Wen and a group of genius-level opponents, despite being outnumbered, Ye Wen handled the situation with ease and even turned the tables on them. If not for the intervention of the opposing academy's teachers, those geniuses would have been in serious danger.
Xue Ke didn't think Ning Rongrong was exaggerating. After all, as the next heir of one of the top three sects, Ning Rongrong had seen countless talents. Anyone she referred to as a genius must truly be extraordinary.
Every young maiden dreams of romance, and Ye Wen was undeniably handsome. Gradually, Xue Ke, who had initially resisted the idea of an arranged marriage with Ye Wen, began to think that marrying him might not be so bad after all.
Hmm, he already has two fiancées, which does seem a bit promiscuous, but it's not a major issue.
After all, aside from the main plotlines filled with love-struck protagonists and antagonists, every noble or sect in the Douluo Continent was depicted as having a dark side. Even Ning Fengzhi was portrayed as having multiple wives and concubines. Therefore, among the nobility, having multiple wives wasn't considered unacceptable.
As Xue Ke's thoughts wandered, a sudden realization struck her.
"I remember my court tutor mentioned that Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda soul masters must marry partners who possess combat strength.
Combat strength…!?"
Xue Ke, who had previously been indifferent, suddenly widened her bright, beautiful eyes and looked at Ning Rongrong, who was chatting animatedly with Ye Wen.
Not another sister! You're the future heir of the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Sect! You're getting involved too? Two sisters are already more than enough!
Xue Ke was shocked by Ning Rongrong's impure motives, but not surprised. After all, Title Douluo-level existences were extremely rare across the two empires.
Moreover, not only was Ye Wen a rising star, but his two fiancées also had the potential to reach the Title Douluo level. This was the true reason Emperor Xue Ye was willing to push for an alliance between Xue Ke and Ye Wen, even at the cost of his own daughter's happiness.
After all, no faction would ever complain about having too many Title Douluos. By forming a connection with Ye Wen alone, they could potentially gain four future Title Douluo-level fighters.
Such a deal—one purchase for four potential powerhouses—was something no sane person would pass up betting on.
This was also why Ning Fengzhi, upon learning that Ning Rongrong had coincidentally returned to Tian Dou Imperial City, hurriedly brought her to attend this banquet.
Ning Rongrong was indeed the future heir of the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda Sect, but at most, she could only reach the Soul Sage level.
Though Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo still had many years left in their lifespans, in the unpredictable world of Douluo Continent, relying solely on two Title Douluos wasn't enough to put Ning Fengzhi's mind at ease.
Thus, despite objections from the two protective sect elders, Ning Fengzhi insisted on bringing Ning Rongrong here and giving her a stern lecture about the responsibilities of being the sect's heir.
Marrying a man with multiple wives might not bring happiness, but responsibility had always been difficult to reconcile with personal happiness.
Responsibility often came with sacrifices.
Though Ning Rongrong was still spoiled and willful, after Ning Fengzhi's earnest explanation, she ultimately agreed to attend the apprentice ceremony.
Among Shrek's Seven Monsters, without Xiao Wu's involvement, Tang San, the most talented one, remained single. His outstanding talent and mastery of hidden weapons once made Ning Rongrong consider him as a potential future husband.
However, while Ning Rongrong entertained this thought, Tang San's current appearance left much to be desired, so she never voiced it.
Moreover, before Tang San defeated the Imperial Battle Team and fully demonstrated his potential, Ye Wen had already trounced them. His handsome appearance and composed demeanor had consistently attracted Ning Rongrong.
Thus, when Ning Fengzhi revealed his intentions, Ning Rongrong readily agreed.
After all, compared to the ordinary Tang San, Ye Wen was far more attractive.
As for Tang San's hidden weapons, though Ning Rongrong found them intriguing, they weren't worth gambling her happiness on.
In the original storyline, Ning Rongrong ultimately sacrificed her beloved grandfathers—who had cared for her for years—for the sake of Shrek Academy.
This demonstrated her cold-hearted nature.
Therefore, given a choice, Ning Rongrong chose Ye Wen at this moment.
As for Oscar, setting aside the sect rules, the current Oscar hadn't yet proven himself through the five-year agreement. Naturally, Ning Rongrong wasn't moved by him.
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