Inside the car, the three girls were confused.
Why did Yu Tianheng pursue Yanzi?
Could it be, as Dugu Bo said, that he harbored ulterior motives?
Just then, Dongfang Jing spoke up and answered their questions.
"Senior Dugu has already made his meaning quite clear."
He held the steering wheel with one hand and rested the other on the edge of the car window, his gaze still fixed on the road ahead.
"Behind Yu Tianheng is the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan. This clan regards its Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Martial Soul as an inviolable honor, and is extremely biased."
"For example, if you insult the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda as trash in front of Ning Fengzhi, he might smile and reason with you, and then decide whether to deal with you secretly or try to recruit you into his sect based on your own value."
"But if you insult the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex in front of Yu Yuanzhen, they will definitely hunt you down to the ends of the earth."
Dongfang Jing paused for a moment, then continued, "Any sect will try its best to recruit talented Soul Masters, and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is no exception."
"But once someone awakens a dragon-type martial soul, no matter what kind of dragon it is, as long as the word 'dragon' is in their bloodline, the sect will try every means to control them."
"If they cannot control it, they will not hesitate to eliminate it."
Dongfang Yao and Ye Lingling nodded obediently, like students listening attentively to a lecture, their expressions becoming serious.
The so-called "upper three sects" sounds nice, but it's just a euphemism.
Having secured this position, one must have resorted to some underhanded tactics behind the scenes.
And Dugu Yan,
Her body had begun to tremble slightly, and her face was as pale as paper.
"The reason for this extreme stance is that the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Martial Soul is hailed as the number one beast martial soul in the world. They cannot tolerate any beast martial soul that might affect their so-called 'number one' status."
"Senior Dugu Bo's Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Martial Soul evolved from the Jade Phosphorous Serpent. He was the first Jade Phosphorous Serpent Soul Master to become famous in history."
"Although the Azure Phosphorous Serpent is a serpent, it is also one of the dragon species. And the Azure Phosphorous Serpent King is even closer to a dragon."
"Do you understand now?"
Dugu Yan nodded blankly, her mind buzzing.
Dongfang Jing continued, "Even if the Azure Phosphorous Serpent King's potential is not as great as the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex, how can one allow others to snore beside one's bed?"
"However, the reality is that when the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan discovered the potential of the Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Martial Soul, Senior Dugu Bo was already the renowned Poison Douluo, and it was too late for him to control it."
"Therefore, after learning that Dugu Bo had a granddaughter who inherited his Azure Phosphorous Serpent Martial Soul, Sect Master Yu Yuanzhen wanted to implement another strategy."
"That is, to make his eldest grandson, Yu Tianheng, a partner with you, Dugu Yan."
boom!
These words struck Dugu Yan like a thunderbolt.
"For them, a marriage alliance is a sure-fire way to make money. First, they won't have to worry about finding a spouse for their grandson; your background and talent are more than a match."
"Secondly, it would also allow us to become in-laws with your grandfather, a powerful Title Douluo, and use your name, Dugu Yan, as a basis to limit him to the greatest extent possible."
"Even if Senior Dugu was unwilling, his granddaughter had already married into the family. As an elderly grandfather, what else could he do but compromise for the sake of his granddaughter's future, before he had a better option?"
"..."
The air inside the car seemed to freeze.
Dugu Yan's breathing became rapid, her chest heaving violently, and she felt like she was about to suffocate.
She knew that what Dongfang Jing said was just speculation.
However, these speculations are quite reasonable and can explain all sorts of doubts.
So that's how it is...
The reason why Yu Tianheng pursued himself.
Was it all a scheme from the very beginning?
"Dugu Yan, people change." Dongfang Jing's voice softened slightly.
"For Yu Tianheng, it might have started as a sect mission or a scheme, but as time went on, the charade could become real."
"You trained and lived together, and went through so much together, it's no wonder he developed genuine feelings for you. The way he was so heartbroken just now didn't seem fake."
"But just like I said at the beginning, Dugu Yan, can you really accept a relationship that started with self-interest?"
"To put it bluntly, after Senior Dugu's lifespan is nearing its end, what you will face alone after marrying into a family like the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is all unknown."
"Of course, Yu Tianheng is exceptionally talented and is very likely to become the next head of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family. As the head of the family's wife, your treatment should be excellent."
"But, as the saying goes, people change."
"Especially after you reach a higher level and experience more things."
"Can you guarantee that your current relationship can last forever?"
"I think what Senior Dugu is most worried about is not himself, but the future of you, his own granddaughter."
Dongfang Jing's words are like a cold knife, cutting through reality piece by piece.
It shows the girl the bloodiest side of things.
This series of words left Dugu Yan completely speechless.
Can feelings from youth last a lifetime?
She couldn't guarantee it.
She can't guarantee anything.
As Dongfang Jing spoke, the car continued to move forward smoothly.
Soon, the car slowly came to a stop.
Next to it is the gate of Purple Star Academy.
The gatekeeper, who was standing guard at the entrance, was very perceptive when he saw them.
He neither flattered nor uttered a single unnecessary word.
They quickly opened the tightly closed academy gates, allowing them to pass freely.
Dongfang Jing nodded to the gatekeeper, thinking to himself, "This guy really knows his stuff."
No wonder they are hardworking laborers who have struggled in society.
Then, through the rearview mirror, he saw Dugu Yan with red eyes, looking dejected and sad, and he sighed softly in his heart.
He spoke slowly, "Everyone has different views on love, yet they also have similarities."
"If it were me... I would rather follow my heart, unaffected by any external factors or constraints, and have a happy and fulfilling experience."
"As long as the final choice you make is one that you can be true to yourself, that's enough."
"I'll go first."
"Yao'er, remember to put the car into the soul tool."
After saying that, he didn't say anything more, opened the car door, and got out of the car.
Not far away, Biji, Xuedi, and Wang Qiu'er were standing at the academy gate waiting for him.
Dongfang Jing walked over and asked, "What do you want to eat tonight?"
Biji smiled gently and said, "Whatever you say. It's perfect, Xue'er and Bing'er haven't tried your cooking yet~"
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