Shen Yuan inclined his head respectfully, his expression calm but pleased. As the applause died down, he stepped back from the platform.
[Spectacular, Yuan'er. You really did a big favor for the sect. But now you are just that much more important to them. Will you be able to leave the sect?]
Yue Lan's voice held a hint of teasing as it echoed in his mind.
Shen Yuan lightly shook his head, 'That doesn't matter. This was something I had decided to do long ago. And as for leaving the sect? If I want to leave, then no one can stop me.'
She fell silent, knowing what he had said was true.
As Shen Yuan descended from the raised platform, the applause gradually settled, though the atmosphere remained charged with admiration and awe.
Disciples parted respectfully as he approached, their gazes filled with curiosity and reverence.
