Yu Tianheng heard Dugu Yan's words and furrowed his brows.
His gaze settled on Lin Yuan, examining him from head to toe.
The young man was dressed simply and didn't seem to have any unusual fluctuations of Soul Power.
And yet, just standing there, he carried an air of composure that was impossible to ignore.
What Yu Tianheng found most striking was the way Dugu Yan treated him.
The Poison Douluo's granddaughter, usually so quick-tempered, was now as docile as a little kitten.
She clung tightly to his arm, unwilling to leave even the slightest space between them.
Yu Tianheng had never seen Dugu Yan act so affectionately before.
Lowering his voice, Yu Tianheng ventured a question.
"Yanzi."
"This friend of yours looks unfamiliar."
"Which family's prized disciple is he?"
Dugu Yan heard Yu Tianheng's question.
Instead of letting go of Lin Yuan's arm, she hugged it even tighter.
She lifted her fair chin, her voice brimming with unmistakable pride.
"His name is Lin Yuan."
"He's a very close friend of mine."
As she spoke, Dugu Yan glanced at the Shrek group across from them.
"Aren't we sparring against those people from Shrek Academy today?"
"Opponents at this level are perfect for a little practice."
"It's just a sparring match, anyway."
"Since Lin Yuan happens to be here today, let him join in and give it a try."
Yu Tianheng felt a slight stir of alarm after hearing her.
He knew Dugu Yan's personality better than anyone.
She would never joke around when it came to fighting.
If she praised this young man called Lin Yuan so highly, he was definitely no ordinary person.
Yu Tianheng forcibly suppressed the sourness in his heart.
He gave Lin Yuan a long look, then immediately nodded in agreement.
"Fine."
"Since that's what Yanzi