Jiang Ziya had only taken a few steps when a figure melded into the night and swiftly appeared before him.
Lin Qiye, draped in a crimson cloak, cupped his hands in salute and bowed solemnly. "This junior, Lin Qiye, pays his respects to Grand Tutor Jiang."
Jiang Ziya stopped.
His gaze shifted away from An Qingyu and settled on Lin Qiye before him, his expression somewhat complicated.
"No need for formalities."
"May I ask, Grand Tutor, why are you here?"
"...Lin Qiye, why I am here—can't you guess?" Jiang Ziya did not answer. Instead, he sighed and questioned Lin Qiye in return.
Lin Qiye fell silent for a moment, then straightened and slowly spoke.
"Grand Tutor's transformation technique is truly remarkable. When we first met you, we noticed nothing unusual at all... But I dare to guess that Grand Tutor transformed into an ordinary man and secretly remained at Shangjing University in order to monitor us?"
Jiang Ziya looked at Lin Qiye for a long time, then shook his head.
"I'll be frank. Today, An Qingyu is to return to Heavenly Court with me."
"Return to Heavenly Court?" Lin Qiye raised an eyebrow. "For what?"
Jiang Ziya let out a long sigh. "Lin Qiye, it's not that I refuse to tell you... You must have guessed An Qingyu's unusual nature as well. After observing him for this period of time, it can be determined that he is no longer suited to remain in the mortal world. But as for how he should be dealt with, I have no authority to decide...
Everything depends on the Celestial Venerable's wishes."
Lin Qiye stood frozen where he was.
Jiang Ziya walked around Lin Qiye and headed straight toward An Qingyu. Before he had taken more than a few steps, Lin Qiye blocked his