High Martial Arts: I Awaken a Low-Tier Martial System Chapter 824 - 409: The Nonexistent Person (Three-in-One Request for Monthly Votes)_3

However, the more Jiang Ye investigated, the deeper his frown became.

It was empty!

Completely barren!

"How is this possible?" A sense of disquiet washed over Jiang Ye. Surely, even if Chen Zilu had departed, she wouldn't have cleared out the entire residence, would she?

"Did she relocate?" Jiang Ye mused internally.

A short while later.

Whoosh!

Jiang Ye’s form flickered, disappearing from his original spot.

Upon his reappearance, he found himself within Star Garden No. 11, his own dwelling. Inside the main villa, treasures were strewn everywhere, a vast radiance spilling forth, causing the entire dwelling to gleam as if adorned with gold and jade.

"What are these?"

"Cultivation treasures?" Jiang Ye's expression registered surprise. The bulk of these items were Tier Seven and Tier Eight in rank, with even some Ninth Tier treasures present!

Despite having acquired numerous rare treasures already, Ninth Tier items remained scarce for him. After all, advancement in the physical body realm also demanded a considerable expenditure of resources.

"These treasures..."

A voice reached Jiang Ye's ears, "were bestowed upon you by the various Extraordinary Families."

"Teacher?"

Jiang Ye turned, then clasped his hands in a respectful bow. "Greetings, Teacher." The newcomer was none other than Qiu Cang. Though Jiang Ye could now discern the elder's strength with a mere glance, he maintained his utmost respect.

"This brat..."

"It feels as though after half a year, I can no longer see through him," Qiu Cang remarked, a peculiar glint in his eyes. He didn't dwell on it, saying, "These treasures, at the behest of the Alliance Hierarch, were offered by the Extraordinary Families in exchange for the Talent treasures."

"After all, you were the one who brought back those Talent treasures."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ye suddenly understood. During his expedition to the Star Realm Sea, he had procured numerous items beneficial for advancing Talents on Blue Star.

"There are dozens of Ninth Tier treasures alone," Jiang Ye observed, his gaze sweeping over the hoard, nodding inwardly. "It appears these Extraordinary Families truly paid a hefty price." Even for such influential families, Ninth Tier treasures were exceptionally rare. The Blue Star Civilization, after all, was not a Level Two civilization. Even in some A+ Grade Opportunity Lands, one would only encounter Tier Six and Tier Seven treasures.

Setting aside these thoughts, Jiang Ye turned his attention back to Qiu Cang.

"Teacher."

"Do you happen to know where Senior Sister has gone?" Jiang Ye inquired. "I checked Star Garden No. 11, and she wasn't there, nor does she seem to be on campus." Earlier, Jiang Ye had extended his Telekinesis across the entire academy, yet he found no trace of Chen Zilu. A faint unease began to stir within him – could Senior Sister have gone to aid against the Shadow Disaster?

"Your senior sister?"

However, at Jiang Ye's question, Qiu Cang paused, then frowned. "You mean that girl Shi Ting? She is indeed at school."

"..."

Jiang Ye blinked in surprise, then quickly shook his head. "Teacher, you must have misunderstood. I am referring to Chen Zilu."

"Who?"

"Chen Zilu?" Qiu Cang looked bewildered. "I have never heard of the name you mentioned. To my knowledge, there isn't anyone by that name at White Dragon University."

Jiang Ye’s face was etched with disbelief.

Never heard of her?

How could that be!

Chen Zilu was clearly Qiu Cang’s personal disciple, wasn't she?

"Teacher, are you perhaps mistaken?" Jiang Ye couldn't help but ask. "Chen Zilu is also your disciple. She has always resided in Star Garden No. 10."

"Nonsense!"

"Star Garden No. 10 has been unoccupied for years," Qiu Cang stated, shaking his head. "And I have never accepted a disciple by the name of 'Chen Zilu.'"

At this juncture.

"Jiang Ye."

"Did you encounter something during this half-year of seclusion?" Qiu Cang inquired, looking puzzled. "Why have you started speaking such strange things?"

"Perhaps you should get some rest?" Qiu Cang suggested with concern.

"Teacher!"

"You are the one who needs rest, don’t you think?" Jiang Ye replied helplessly. "Chen Zilu is my Senior Sister. Without her, I would never have become your disciple in the first place."

"Utter fabrication!"

"Zhu Honglie personally recommended you to me. How could I possibly forget that?" Qiu Cang stated sternly. "As for this so-called Chen Zilu, she simply does not exist."

"Jiang Ye, I genuinely believe your mind is in disarray. You require a substantial period of recuperation." Qiu Cang's expression turned exceedingly serious. He was aware that certain cultivators, after extended periods of seclusion, could exhibit signs of cognitive impairment. Such instances were not uncommon.

Left uncorrected, it could easily result in a backlash from the Cultivation Technique, or even a berserk state leading to the complete loss of one's cultivation.

Yet, at this very moment, observing that Jiang Ye still appeared utterly convinced, Qiu Cang let out a helpless sigh. "Very well, I shall permit you to witness for yourself if such an individual exists within the academy."

Beep!

He activated the projection on his wristband.

"Whoosh~" Innumerable beams of light converged, coalescing into a luminous screen that then displayed the student roster of White Dragon University. As a high-level professor and an Eight Breaks powerhouse, Qiu Cang wielded considerable authority, granting him access to the details of all students.

Without delay, he entered the characters "Chen Zilu" into the search bar on the page.

[No such person found]

"Jiang Ye, do you believe it now?" Qiu Cang inquired with a sigh. "This person you speak of simply does not exist in the academy."

Jiang Ye gazed at the light screen, a sense of disbelief washing over him. How could this be? Could it be that the academy had expelled his Senior Sister? But then, wouldn't Qiu Cang, as his Senior Sister's mentor, acknowledge her existence? What precisely had transpired over the past six months?

"Teacher, I shall retire to rest now." Jiang Ye offered no further explanation and turned back toward his room.

"Ah, this child." Qiu Cang emitted a sigh. He had initially intended to bid farewell. However, upon witnessing Jiang Ye's current state of mind, the words he meant to utter were swallowed back down.

"Let this youngster calm himself for a while longer." "In a few days, when my departure is imminent, I shall come to say goodbye," Qiu Cang mused inwardly before turning to depart.

...

Within the villa.

Once he sensed Qiu Cang's departure, Jiang Ye did not linger at home for long. Instead, he transformed into a streak of Flowing Light and soared towards another location.

Star Garden No. 20.

"Senior Sister Zhao." Jiang Ye addressed the young lady clad in a blue dress before him. "Do you happen to know where Chen Zilu has gone?"