Chapter 13: SEA GOD PAVILION WANTS TO HOLD MEETING
Hearing this, Paimon's eyes sparkled with gold stars, her hands folded, and she turned her head to Zhongli, saying, "Wow, Zhongli, you really deserve to be a Wealth..."
In Liyue, Zhongli holds many titles, such as the Lord of Rock, the Warrior God, the God of Contracts, the God of Commerce, the God of Wealth, and more.
Before Paimon could finish her sentence, Zhongli waved his hand, and Paimon's figure turned into a stream of light and disappeared.
Zhongli casually spread his hands and said, "Paimon often talks nonsense and remembers things incorrectly. Perhaps she won't be like this when she gains more power."
The crowd: "0.o"
What is wealth?
Why did Zhongli interrupt Paimon's words and make her disappear?
As for Zhongli's words, everyone rolled their eyes. Did he really take them for fools?
"Since Ning Tian is willing to buy it, then this piece of Whale rubber will be sold to you."
"A million gold soul coins are indeed too much. The value of this piece of Whale rubber is no more than 700,000 at most."
Zhongli paused, then continued, "I can still tell the difference between a good deal and an intentional overcharge. How about you buy it for 700,000 gold soul coins?"
Meanwhile, Paimon is "communicating" with Zhongli.
"Big bad Zhongli, let Paimon out!"
"It's so dark here; I can't see anything!"
"Woo... Traveler, Zhongli is bullying Paimon!"
Hearing this, a dark line appeared on Zhongli's forehead.
"Paimon, how about we make a contract, and I'll let you out?"
"Okay!"
Paimon didn't even think about it and replied directly.
Zhongli, being trustworthy, must have his reasons for doing this, even if she doesn't know why she was "locked up."
"Paimon, you and I have come to this strange world..."
"No, Zhongli, I always feel like you're not unfamiliar with this world."
"..."
"Well, what's the matter?"
"It's nothing. I'm just a little tired."
Zhongli sighed and continued, "Paimon, don't say much about my identity in this other world."
"Remember, I'm a human now, a human named Zhongli, and my martial soul is you, Paimon."
"Okay, okay."
In the Treasure Pavilion, Ning Tian was momentarily stunned, and there was a bit more admiration in his eyes when he looked at Zhongli.
Zhongli is indeed a senior of noble character, unmoved by money.
"That's what Senior Zhongli said."
Ning Tian took out three cards from the storage soul guide, one with a denomination of 500,000 gold soul coins and the other two with 100,000 gold soul coins each.
Naturally, it's impossible to carry all these gold soul coins, so they are replaced with savings cards.
Handing the three cards to Zhongli, the deal was complete.
After giving the 10,000-year-old Whale rubber to Wu Feng, Ning Tian faced Zhongli again and said, "Senior Zhongli, I wonder if there's anything among the treasures here that you fancy. If so, Ning Tian is willing to offer it to you."
Everyone: "..."
It's no wonder he's the young sect master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Glass Sect. The treasures displayed here range from thousands to millions of gold soul coins!
Saying this so casually and effortlessly, that's the confidence of the Nine Treasure Liuli Sect, right?
"Thank you for your kindness, but there's nothing I need here."
Zhongli waved his hand, and after saying this, he released Paimon again.
He and Paimon had signed a "contract," so this little guy shouldn't be talking nonsense.
If there's a next time, she'll be "locked up" for a whole day!
"Huh?"
The women were surprised, not that Paimon had reappeared, but that Zhongli had rejected Ning Tian's offer.
If Zhongli had wanted, he could have chosen something worth millions of gold soul coins, yet he declined!
Seeing this, Ning Tian was also taken aback but chose not to press further.
After glancing around the hall of the Treasure Pavilion, Ning Tian said, "In that case, Senior Zhongli, shall we move on to other places?"
She didn't particularly like this place.
The girl's enthusiasm was overwhelming, and even the slightest chance of currying favor with someone influential made her uncomfortable.
It was better to leave as soon as possible.
"That sounds good."
Seeing Zhongli agree and prepare to leave the Treasure Pavilion, Lin Huiqun spoke up anxiously, "Distinguished guest, since you've just arrived at the Treasure Pavilion, why not stay a little longer?"
She had intended to gather more information about Zhongli, but now he was leaving before she could even begin?
No way!
Absolutely not!
"There are many treasures on the second floor, which are generally not for sale. However, the second floor will be open to you today. If you find something you like, feel free to choose one as a gift from us!"
In her determination to uncover Zhongli's background, Lin Huiqun was prepared to spend a significant amount.
A treasure from the second floor could be worth tens of millions of gold soul coins, but if it could secure the friendship of a Titled Douluo, it would be a worthwhile investment for Shrek Academy.
"Hiss~"
Even Ning Tian couldn't help but gasp. What was Lin Huiqun planning? Trying to win over Zhongli?
But she had been the first to approach him!
"Thank you, Pavilion Master Lin, for your kindness. I've already gained much today, so I won't impose further. If I have time in the future, I'll certainly return."
Zhongli declined again, his words clearly indicating he wasn't interested in staying.
"Well... that's fine."
Seeing this, Lin Huiqun didn't push further. Instead, she took out a golden card from her soul guide and handed it to Zhongli.
"The Treasure Pavilion welcomes you at any time. This is our highest VIP card, offering a 5% discount. Please accept it."
"This..."
"I merely wish to befriend you, distinguished guest. Please don't misunderstand."
After a moment's thought, Zhongli finally accepted the gold card. "In that case, I'll take it."
As Zhongli and his group walked out of the Treasure Pavilion, Lin Huiqun stood in place, deep in thought. The girls nearby didn't dare disturb her.
After a while, Lin Huiqun muttered to herself, "Who exactly is this Zhongli?"
"Even if he has twin martial souls, why is the Young Sect Master of the Nine Treasure Glazed Glass Sect so eager to please him?"
"Hmm... Am I missing something?"
Suddenly, Lin Huiqun's eyes widened as if she had realized something.
"Wait, what was that ring?"
"White gold, white gold... gold..."
At this thought, Lin Huiqun's pupils contracted, then widened in realization.
"I see, I see!"
"We must convene a meeting of the Sea God Pavilion and discuss how to handle this powerful figure who may be an inheritor of the gods..."
Every time the Sea God Pavilion convened, it was to address matters of great importance to Shrek Academy and even the future of Douluo Continent.
The appearance of a potential god's inheritor was undoubtedly a matter of utmost significance, warranting such a meeting.
Outside the Treasure Pavilion, Paimon poked Wu Feng's shoulder and whispered, "Miss Wu Feng, are you really going to eat this black, slimy thing?"
"It looks a little... disgusting."
Wu Feng rolled her eyes. If Paimon hadn't mentioned it, she might not have felt so repulsed.
This was 10,000-year-old Whale rubber, a rare treasure. Even if it looked unappetizing, she couldn't let down the young master's kindness.