But Shen Lian still had one concern. In the original story, Yu Tianheng had returned to his sect not long after the Soul Master Tournament. He did not know whether Yu Tianheng was still at the academy now.
"Yu Tianheng of Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
Shen Lian raised his eyes to Qian Renxue, his question leaving no room for doubt:
"Has he returned to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect?"
Qian Renxue recalled that afternoon's graduation ceremony. Yu Tianheng, as a representative of the outstanding graduates, had gone onstage to receive an award from her.
"He should still be there tonight."
Qian Renxue answered with certainty:
"This group of graduates will not leave the academy until tomorrow. I went to the academy today specifically to attend their graduation ceremony."
"Good."
The corner of Shen Lian's mouth curved almost imperceptibly.
Since Yu Tianheng was still there, he would not have to travel far.
Then, without even another word of farewell, dark-purple teleportation light flared around Shen Lian.
Qian Renxue only felt her vision blur. Shen Lian had already vanished from where he stood, leaving behind only a faint, "Thanks."
"How strange."
Qian Renxue muttered unhappily as she looked at the empty seat.
Why did Shen Lian want to capture Yu Tianheng?
Had the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect offended him?
Unable to make sense of it, Qian Renxue could only wave her hand irritably, sweeping the teacup from the table onto the floor.
Meanwhile, Shen Lian had already appeared beneath the night sky of Heaven Dou Imperial Soul Master Academy.
The academy was brilliantly lit beneath the night curtain. Waves of noise came from the direction of the grand hall, making it clear that the graduation ceremony had not yet ended.
Following the distinctive lightning aura of the Blue Lightning Tyrant