29: Chapter 29 Yu Tianheng Returns, A New Round of Training

Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.

Yu Tianheng had been grounded by the Family for nearly a month.

Today, he took the initiative to request an audience with Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen.

"Grandfather."

Yu Tianheng met his grandfather, Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen's, gaze, his expression serious:

"Grandson was wrong. Previously, I was not thorough in my thinking and failed to understand the deep intentions of the Family and Grandfather."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen nodded slightly, signaling him to continue.

Yu Tianheng's tone was sincere as he continued:

"I understand that my future is inextricably linked to the Family."

"You ordered me to sever ties with Dugu Yan for the sake of the Family's overall interests; I understand Grandfather's painstaking efforts."

"I will strictly follow Grandfather's orders and no longer associate with her."

Yu Tianheng changed the subject, his eyes becoming firm:

"However, Grandfather, as the captain of the Huangdou Team and one of the heirs of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan,"

"I cannot flee before a battle and bear the reputation of a coward who retreats without fighting, an irresponsible one at that."

"The Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament four years from now is not only about my personal honor but also an excellent opportunity to showcase the strength of the young generation of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."

"Please, Grandfather, allow me to return to the academy. Let me win glory for the Family, instead of being confined at home like a deserter."

"Grandson guarantees to you that from now on, I will make Cultivate and preparing for the tournament my top priority."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen stared at Yu Tianheng, his sharp gaze lingering on his face for a long time.

He could see the sincerity in Yu Tianheng's words, as well as his sense of responsibility toward the tournament and the team.

As the head of the clan, he also valued the Family's honor and prestige.

An heir who shines brilliantly in the Soul Master Tournament would undoubtedly bring great reputation to the Family.

It would also be beneficial for his future competition for the position of Clan Master.

Looking at the entire Heaven Dou Empire, apart from the Five Elemental Academies, only the Huangdou Team had the strength to compete in the tournament.

However, Yu Tianxin was already at Thunder Academy, and the other Four Element Academies were not suitable for Yu Tianheng.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen finally spoke slowly:

"Remember what you said today. Make the tournament and Cultivate your priority, and do not disgrace the name of the number one Beast Spirit under heaven."

"Grandson will remember!"

Yu Tianheng suppressed his inner excitement and bowed respectfully.

"Go."

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen waved his hand.

Yu Tianheng immediately turned and walked out of the room. It was not until he had completely left the Sect's grounds that he let out a long sigh of relief.

He did not hesitate any longer and hurried in the direction of the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.

After such a long time of leaving without saying goodbye, he dared not imagine how Dugu Yan was doing now.

Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen walked out of the room and instructed the guard beside him:

"Send someone to secretly follow the Young Lord."

"Yes, Clan Master."

...

The night grew deeper.

Heaven Dou Imperial Academy was shrouded in silence.

Yu Tianheng returned to the academy dormitory.

The Huangdou Team's dormitory was a building with three floors; the girls lived on the top floor, and the boys lived on the second floor.

At this time, all team members were in the dormitory.

Yu Tianheng stood in the first-floor lobby, looked up at the third floor, took a deep breath, and walked upstairs.

Dugu Yan had not rested yet.

She was holding a slightly old small doll in her hand; it was a birthday gift her grandfather had given her when she was a child.

"Knock, knock, knock..."

She was looking down, gently stroking the doll, lost in thought, when a knock on the door suddenly sounded.

"Who is it?"

Dugu Yan frowned slightly. Who would come at such a late hour?

She got up to open the door, and when she saw who it was...

Dugu Yan felt surprise and grievance in her heart, but even more so, anger.

"Yu Tianheng?!" Dugu Yan frowned tightly, her tone cold, "Why did you come back?"

"Yanzi, let's go inside first."

Yu Tianheng stepped into the room and closed the door.

"Yanzi, I'm sorry."

Yu Tianheng's tone was filled with apology as he explained:

"I was grounded at home by my grandfather and cut off from contact with the outside world. It wasn't until today that I convinced my grandfather to let me return."

"So what?" Dugu Yan's voice remained cold, "You came now to bid me a final farewell?"

"No!"

Yu Tianheng tightly held Dugu Yan's hand:

"Yanzi, I admit that when I first approached you, it was indeed because of your grandfather."

"But... after spending so much time together, I have long since truly fallen in love with you."

Dugu Yan's heart trembled as she looked at Yu Tianheng's sincere gaze.

Her attitude softened slightly, and she said:

"What is the use of saying this now?"

"My grandfather is no longer here; it is impossible for your Family to agree to us being together."

Yu Tianheng replied with a firm tone:

"Yanzi, I will never give up on you."

"I cannot disobey my grandfather's orders for now."

"But please believe in me. When I have the power to speak in the future, I will marry you, and no one will dare to object."

Yu Tianheng paused slightly and continued:

"It's just that for now, on the surface, we must keep our distance and just be a normal captain and team member."

"Otherwise, I will be taken back to the Family immediately, and it might even implicate you."

"Yanzi, are you willing to believe in me?"

Dugu Yan looked at his firm eyes, and the ice in her heart gradually melted.

"Tianheng... are you telling the truth? I'm afraid you'll abandon me again and suddenly disappear..."

Dugu Yan's eyes reddened; the strength she had been pretending to have during this time was about to crumble at this moment.

Yu Tianheng raised his hand: "I, Yu Tianheng, swear by my Spirit that I will never let you down in this life."

Yu Tianheng's oath completely broke down Dugu Yan's last line of psychological defense.

"Tianheng..."

Dugu Yan threw herself into Yu Tianheng's arms, tears streaming from her eyes, her voice choked with sobs.

Yu Tianheng tightened his arms and held her:

"I'm sorry..."

A long time later, the lapel of Yu Tianheng's chest was soaked with Dugu Yan's tears.

Yu Tianheng released Dugu Yan and raised his hand to gently wipe away the tear stains on her cheeks.

"Yanzi, get some rest early. I'll head back downstairs first."

"Mm."

...

The next morning.

The Huangdou Team members gathered in the first-floor lobby.

Yu Tianheng walked down from the second floor.

His appearance caused all the team members, except for Dugu Yan, to look surprised.

"Captain? You're back!"

Yufeng said in surprise.

"I came back last night."

Yu Tianheng nodded at everyone, his gaze sweeping calmly across the room, finally fixing on Dugu Yan.

"I was absent for a period of time due to important Family matters. Thank you all for your hard work."

He paused slightly and continued:

"Taking this opportunity, I also have something to announce."

The lobby immediately fell silent, and everyone's eyes focused on him.

"Yanzi and I have reached a consensus. From today on, we will end our relationship as lovers and return to being pure teammates."

Yufeng and the others couldn't help but show expressions of astonishment.

Dugu Yan slowly stood up, her expression calm:

"Everyone, do not worry; this is a decision we made together."

Yu Tianheng took over:

"That's right. The tournament four years from now is our most important goal at present."

"From today on, I will prepare for the battle with everyone with all my might."

Although the team members still had doubts in their hearts, seeing the calm attitude of the two parties involved, they gradually accepted this result.

At this moment, Mentor Qin Ming walked in.

Qin Ming said in surprise: "Tianheng, you're back?"

"Mentor Qin Ming, I'm sorry. An urgent matter arose at home, and I failed to notify you in time."

"It's fine. Now that you're back, train well."

Qin Ming breathed a sigh of relief.

Yu Tianheng had suddenly disappeared and had not returned for a long time.

If a bit more time had passed, he would have been ready to look for a new team member.

But looking at the entire academy, he couldn't find anyone who could replace Yu Tianheng.

His return was the best result.

"Just right," Qin Ming looked around at everyone, "Since Tianheng is back, we will begin another phase of training."

"Mentor Qin Ming, what kind of training is it?" everyone asked, puzzled.

"Just follow me and you will know." Qin Ming did not say much more.

"Yes!" everyone responded in unison.