Chapter 4: Apologize To Junior Sister Zhaoshuang
On the other side, Ming Chenxing led Ming Zhaoshuang to pay respects to Qin Du, the Sect Master of Ao Tian Sect. After explaining their purpose, they were invited into the sect.
Qin Du’s expression was grim, but he still maintained the proper etiquette.
He was about to ask the elders to come over for a discussion, but Ming Zhaoshuang raised her hand and said:
“Uncle Qin, this is merely a private matter between your son and me, so there’s no need for the elders to appear.”
Ming Zhaoshuang did not want to end up like the original owner, falling out with Qin Feilong over the broken engagement.
The matter of breaking off the engagement could be big or small. Naturally, she hoped to resolve it peacefully. After all, although her main quest had little to do with Qin Feilong, he was still the Dragon-like Arrogant Protagonist, and making an enemy of him would not be a good thing.
Qin Du also hoped that the matter would not escalate, as it would not only be a loss of face for him and Qin Feilong, but also for the entire Ao Tian Sect.
Upon hearing Ming Zhaoshuang’s words, Qin Du’s expression softened, and he quickly ordered a servant to fetch Qin Feilong.
Qin Du motioned for Ming Chenxing and Ming Zhaoshuang to wait a moment. Just as Ming Chenxing was about to speak to ease the tension, Ming Zhaoshuang pressed his arm. He understood and closed his mouth.
Ming Zhaoshuang stood up and said, “I apologize for the intrusion this time. Your niece has specially prepared a gift of apology and hopes that Uncle Qin will accept it with a smile and forgive my rude behavior.”
Immediately after, servants from the Ming family carried up the gifts that had been prepared long ago.
Qin Du’s eyes widened in surprise as he saw the gifts laid out in a line: various heavenly materials, earthly treasures, spirit pills, and marvelous medicines, all radiating a dazzling light that was mesmerizing.
Profound Iron Stone, Dragon Scale Fruit, Profound Yellow Grass, Wind Spirit Pill… various treasures emitted dazzling light, making one’s eyes water.
Even the most common high-grade spirit stones numbered five hundred, which was approximately the amount their Ding Tian Peak could excavate in a year.
It could be said that the Ming family had spared no expense for this broken engagement.
Qin Du’s eyes were dazzled by these treasures, and the resentment he felt from the broken engagement completely dissipated.
It wasn’t that he was easily swayed by treasures; it was just that in recent years, to help his son Qin Feilong cultivate again, all materials had been prioritized for Qin Feilong.
As a result, the Ding Tian Peak he managed was running at a deficit, with few disciples willing to join, making it the poorest and weakest peak in Ao Tian Sect.
These treasures were enough for his Ding Tian Peak to indulge for quite some time.
Seeing that Qin Du’s emotions had stabilized, Ming Zhaoshuang finally spoke, “When Uncle and my father agreed to the engagement, your niece was still an infant and unaware of anything. Although I met your son a few times later, it was always due to family affairs and sect matters, and there was no emotional connection whatsoever.”
“Therefore, your niece has come today to dissolve the engagement. I hope that in the future, my Dao Companion will be someone I truly love, and I hope Uncle will grant my wish.”
“If Uncle feels this is inappropriate, then please consider it as your niece being young and speaking nonsense, and do not take it to heart.”
Her speech was well-measured and impeccably delivered, leaving no room for criticism even from Qin Du.
After all, the head of the Ming family had not appeared for this broken engagement, so it could be seen as a spoiled daughter acting out, not representing the Ming family’s stance.
Qin Du secretly praised her, thinking that this daughter of the Ming family was beautiful, had good cultivation, and was even flawless in her conduct. She would be an exceptionally suitable daughter-in-law for their Qin family.
It was just a pity that his son was a waste and didn’t catch her eye.
As Qin Feilong entered, this was the scene he saw.
The young girl’s face still held a youthful innocence, but her features were already well-defined. Her eyebrows were like distant mountains, her eyes like flowing light, and her skin, which was as white as frost and snow, was exceptionally clear and tender.
She was currently standing before his father, her back straight, neither servile nor overbearing, showing no weakness whatsoever.
Ming Zhaoshuang’s gaze also fell upon Qin Feilong.
To be honest, Qin Feilong’s appearance was only average to above average; he wasn’t ugly, but he was still a bit lacking compared to her adopted brother.
However, in the original book, he didn’t become popular based on his looks, but rather through opportune encounters, heroic rescues, and his immense strength, which attracted many proud daughters of heaven and made him the ultimate harem protagonist of this book.
Soon, Ming Zhaoshuang was attracted by the young girl behind Qin Feilong.
She was about thirteen or fourteen years old, dressed in a turquoise sect uniform. Her long hair cascaded behind her like silk, dark and lustrous. Her features were delicate, her eyes like tranquil water, and her lips were red and her teeth white.
She was currently standing obediently behind Qin Feilong, smiling slightly, with faint dimples appearing at the corners of her mouth, making her even more endearing.
It was difficult to imagine that this young girl, hiding behind Qin Feilong, possessed unfathomable strength.
“Oh my, what a gentle, dignified, and beautiful woman! Sister, kill me! Sister, kill me!”
Before Ming Zhaoshuang could speak, the System in her mind screamed excitedly, “No, why him? Why Qin Feilong now? Why is such a beautiful sister serving a mistress during her confinement!!!!”
“Host, you must help this sister escape from suffering ahhhh!”
Indeed, these two did not seem to be a good match at all.
Before Ming Zhaoshuang could speak, Qin Feilong stepped forward. He didn’t even glance at the heavenly materials and earthly treasures on the ground and said directly, “Since Miss Ming doesn’t think highly of me, then let’s break the engagement. I have never harbored any romantic feelings for Miss Ming.”
Ming Zhaoshuang was speechless.
No wonder the original owner had a falling out with him back then. With his arrogant demeanor, one might think he was already at the Golden Core Stage.
Yet he was only at the third layer of Qi Refining and still acting so tough, as if his being a waste was her fault.
Young man, you can be proud, but don’t be too arrogant.
Ming Chenxing’s expression also darkened.
Although they were in the wrong for coming, they had never disrespected the Qin family’s reputation. But with Qin Feilong’s arrival, he had caused their young lady to lose face.
Before the two could speak, Qin Du glared at Qin Feilong and said, “Stinky brat, you’re being disrespectful! Apologize to your Junior Sister Zhaoshuang.”
He had initially thought his son was only inferior in cultivation, but he hadn’t expected that his upbringing was also inferior.
Look at the girl from the Ming family, how obedient and thoughtful she is. Then look at his son, the more he looked, the more unlucky he felt. Five years as a waste hadn’t diminished the arrogance on his head.
Qin Feilong also realized that his earlier words were indeed inappropriate. After a moment of silence, he genuinely apologized to Ming Zhaoshuang, “Junior Sister Zhaoshuang, I was rude just now.”
“He actually has the nerve to call you Junior Sister Zhaoshuang? Does he need to look at Shen Liqian behind him! Does he deserve Shen Liqian? A two-timing dog man!” the System roared.
“It’s alright.” Ming Zhaoshuang replied.
Ming Chenxing’s expression also softened, and he said, “Sect Master, you’ve heard it too. Your son has no feelings for our young lady. In that case, it’s best to call off the engagement.”
