Dugu Bo and Yu Leizhen also withdrew their martial souls.
They exchanged a glance and saw profound shock in each other's eyes.
This young mistress of Spirit Hall was simply too powerful.
And far too domineering.
Yu Leizhen stepped forward and cupped his hands toward Qian Renxue.
"Thank you for lending us your aid."
Whatever her identity was, she had ultimately saved them today.
Only then did Qian Renxue's gaze fall upon him.
"Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Yu Leizhen?"
"That would be me."
"Go back and tell Yu Yuanzhen."
Qian Renxue spoke indifferently.
"Those who submit to me will prosper. Those who defy me will perish."
"The times are about to change."
"Tell him to take care of himself."
Having said that, she ignored Yu Leizhen, whose expression had instantly turned exceedingly grim.
Instead, she turned her gaze back to Tang Shuo.
"You. Come with me."
Her tone was not one of negotiation, but command.
Tang Shuo frowned slightly.
"Where?"
"Somewhere that will let you stay alive."
Qian Renxue said.
"Today, I can protect you once."
"But if Teacher comes in person next time, even I won't be able to protect you."
"I'm very curious about what exactly you're hiding."
"So until I figure it out."
"Your life is mine."
Her eyes were filled with aggression.
As though Tang Shuo were already prey in her grasp.
Tang Shuo smiled.
"My life is my own."
"No one can take it from me."
He looked at Qian Renxue as he spoke.
"Thank you for stepping in today."
"I'll remember this favor."
"One day, I will repay it."
Qian Renxue's gaze settled on Tang Shuo again.
"Your life is your own?"
"It's quite amusing to hear that from someone who nearly died just now."
Tang Shuo met her eyes without yielding.
"Nearly