Lu Xueqi and Bi Yao (58)

The Qingyun Sect had been assigned a residence in the western part of the city. The surroundings were tranquil, making it suitable for preparing for battle.

After settling in, Elder Lu gathered everyone. "The tournament officially begins at dawn tomorrow. Rest well tonight and conserve your strength."

Everyone returned to their rooms.

Su Han sat quietly in his room, regulating his breath, yet his mind was unsettled. He thought of his senior sister's words, the Heart Questioning Tower, and the unknown enemy.

Late at night, he suddenly sensed something and pushed open the window.

Moonlight flowed like water, bathing the courtyard. A black shadow flashed across the rooftop opposite and vanished.

Su Han's gaze sharpened as he followed without a sound.

The shadow moved incredibly fast, leaping between rooftops before finally landing in a secluded alley. Su Han followed close behind, only to find the alley empty.

"Did I lose him?" He frowned slightly.

"Junior brother Su, your senses are quite keen." A voice came from behind him.

Su Han spun around abruptly. A man stood at the mouth of the alley—dressed in brocade and adorned with a jade belt, his face arrogant. It was Luo Tianyu.

"You?" Su Han watched him warily.

Luo Tianyu smiled, though the smile seemed somewhat forced. "Relax. I'm not here to cause trouble."

He stepped closer and lowered his voice. "I found out something about the person who impersonated your sect's swordsmanship to steal the Crimson Essence Fire Lotus."

Su Han's heart stirred. "Who was it?"

"I can't say." Luo Tianyu shook his head. "Their background is too great. I can't afford to offend them. But I can tell you this—the person has also come to Tianxing City. Their goal is to deal with you at the Hundred Sects Tournament, or rather, to deal