In terms of bloodline, there might indeed be some connection between them.
If they were going to wander around anyway, visiting the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan wasn't a bad idea.
Yu Tianxin and Yu Longliu had no objections—they were eager for Li Si to return to the clan as soon as possible.
The group of five left the Heaven Dou Spirit Arena and headed out of Heaven Dou City.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was located far from the city, near the border between the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire.
The clan maintained neutrality, supporting neither empire, a stance that both sides preferred. That was the situation a decade ago, at least.
Back then, the Clear Sky Sect backed the Star Luo Empire, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan supported the Heaven Dou Empire, and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan remained neutral to preserve balance among the three upper sects.
Balance ensured that no single sect gained too much dominance. This was one of the reasons why the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had been able to maintain its independence for so long.
As the group was leaving the Spirit Arena, a lively voice rang out:
"Xiao Wu, is that you? Where's Li Si?"
Turning to look, the group saw two familiar figures.
One was a black-clad young woman with a strikingly mature figure for someone who appeared to be only fourteen.
"Rongrong? Zhuqing?" Xiao Wu called out in surprise, recognizing Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing immediately.
Though two years had passed and the two had matured significantly, their appearances hadn't changed much, making it easy for Xiao Wu to identify them at a glance.
"What are you two doing here?"
"What are we doing here? Xiao Wu, how about answering my question first!"
Ning Rongrong sighed, rubbing her forehead in exasperation. As the daughter of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's leader, was it strange for her to be in Heaven Dou City?
"Looking for Li Si? He's right here," Xiao Wu replied, pointing at Li Si.
It was then she realized why Ning Rongrong hadn't recognized him immediately. If I hadn't witnessed Li Si's "second awakening," even I might not have recognized him.
Ning Rongrong circled around Li Si, looking him up and down with disbelief.
It had only been a year and a half, but the scruffy boy she remembered had somehow turned into an unbelievably handsome young man.
"Ning Rongrong, do you have any business with me?"
Li Si's tone was indifferent as he addressed her, though his mind was churning. So Shrek Academy has moved to Heaven Dou City after all.
Zhu Zhuqing, on the other hand, remained silent, though her eyes betrayed a flicker of surprise. The benefactor who once saved me… his transformation is truly astonishing.
"No, I just thought it was odd not to see you with Xiao Wu. And… I didn't expect you to become so handsome!"
Ning Rongrong's frank response left no room for doubt. She had initially suspected that Xiao Wu might have "moved on," but it seemed the reality was different.
Then her gaze fell on the stunning silver-haired woman holding hands with Li Si.
Her hair, eyebrows, and even her eyes were entirely silver, giving her an ethereal and flawless appearance. Where did this goddess come from?
Ning Rongrong's thoughts grew even more chaotic.
Li Si was holding hands with this beauty, yet Xiao Wu seemed perfectly fine with it.
Hahaha, this is hilarious! Ning Rongrong nearly burst out laughing. While she silently scolded Li Si for being a flirt, she couldn't entirely blame him—after all, this silver-haired woman was superior to Xiao Wu in many ways.
"Are you Ning Rongrong, the daughter of Sect Master Ning Fengzhi?"
Yu Longliu's voice interrupted her thoughts. Though he had never seen Ning Rongrong before, he had heard of her. The prominent families and forces on the Douluo Continent often had recognizable surnames and characteristics.
For example, someone with the surname Tang wielding a hammer would almost certainly be connected to the Clear Sky Sect. Similarly, anyone with the surname Xue and a swan martial spirit would naturally be linked to the Heaven Dou Imperial Family.
Thus, when Yu Longliu recognized the surname Ning, he immediately suspected her identity.
"Yes, my father is Ning Fengzhi. And you are?" Ning Rongrong asked, her tone cautious.
Yu Longliu's calm demeanor gave little away as he replied, "I am Yu Longliu, a second-generation disciple of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. I've heard of your father's reputation."
He was momentarily startled that Ning Rongrong seemed acquainted with Li Si. Thankfully, their interaction appeared superficial—this was a relief for him.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan was known for recruiting talented individuals, and if Li Si were to join them, it would be disastrous for the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Li Si:But I'm from the Clear Sky Sect!
Though he didn't like admitting it, Li Si couldn't deny his connection to the Clear Sky Sect. However, the idea of returning to the sect and acknowledging its lineage? Absolutely out of the question.
The complicated history of the Clear Sky Sect wasn't something he wanted to get involved in. Whether it was Tang Hao's fault or the sect's, the past was too murky to untangle.
Tang Hao may deserve punishment, but it won't be by my hand. After all, I am Tang San now.
This was why Li Si's threats against Tang Hao in the past had always been about making him regret his choices, not killing him outright.
"So you're from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan… I see," Ning Rongrong replied thoughtfully.
She quickly connected the dots and grew alarmed. Could it be… they're trying to recruit Li Si into their clan?
Absolutely not!
Ning Rongrong had personally witnessed Li Si's formidable strength. If he joined the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, it would undoubtedly overshadow the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan within a century.
Once someone has tasted being first, they will never settle for second!
With the Clear Sky Sect in decline, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan had begun to ascend as the strongest sect. If they were suppressed by the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, they'd remain one of the "Three Upper Sects," but they'd never reclaim the top spot.
"Li Si, what exactly are you doing with them?" Ning Rongrong asked, pointing at Yu Tianxin and Yu Longliu.
"I'm planning to visit the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan…" Li Si began.
(End of Chapter)