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Xiao Wu swallowed nervously and asked in a trembling voice, "Y-You're a Titled Douluo...?"
"That's right, I am. From the first day you shared a bed with Tang San, I knew your true identity."
At that moment, Tang San had already packed his belongings. Upon seeing Xiao Wu, he beamed and said cheerfully, "Xiao Wu, let me introduce you. This is my father—he's a Titled Douluo."
Since Tang San hadn't consumed the Yearning Heartbroken Red and his Purple Demon Eye hadn't evolved, he naturally couldn't see through Xiao Wu's true form.
Although Xiao Wu had always liked Tang San, she said nothing now. Her eyes, filled with fear, stared at Tang Hao. She didn't even realize that her clothes were soaked in cold sweat.
Tang Hao ignored Xiao Wu and said in an emotionless tone, "Come with us. Staying here is too dangerous for you. Luckily, you didn't participate in the Spirit Master Tournament. If you had, Bone Douluo in the VIP section would've seen through your true identity instantly. Leave this place. Return to the Star Dou Great Forest—that is your true home. It won't be too late to come out after you reach maturity."
Listening to the conversation between Tang Hao and Xiao Wu, Tang San was utterly confused. He wondered, What's going on? Why is Dad sending Xiao Wu to a dangerous place like the Star Dou Great Forest? And why does Xiao Wu seem so afraid of him?
At this moment, Xiao Wu didn't dare reveal her true identity to Tang San, fearing he might reject her.
But Tang Hao paid them no mind. He simply walked to the teachers' office to find the "useless" Grandmaster, Yu Xiaogang.
Looking at the man before him—the one who had hammered a Supreme Pontiff to death and avenged him—Yu Xiaogang was filled with admiration. His body trembled slightly, as if in his eyes, Tang Hao was a stunning, unclothed beauty.
Noticing Yu Xiaogang's gaze, Tang Hao showed a look of disgust. Still, he suppressed the urge to vomit and hammer the man to death, and instead proposed taking Tang San and Xiao Wu away.
When Yu Xiaogang heard this, he quickly responded, "Your Majesty Haotian, I have no objection to you personally training Tang San. However, could you wait a bit longer? I'm currently researching how to overcome the drawbacks of twin Spirits. As you know, if Tang San recklessly adds a spirit ring to his second Spirit, his body will likely explode, killing him. In the history of the Douluo Continent, the only person to solve the issue of twin Spirits is the current Supreme Pontiff, Bibi Dong. I have some history with her and plan to visit Spirit Hall City soon. I should be able to coax the method out of her. Please give me a little more time. Only by solving the flaw in twin Spirits can Tang San's potential be fully unleashed! Once he's strong enough, he can join you to seek revenge against Spirit Hall."
"…"
Upon hearing this, Flender couldn't help but twitch the corners of his mouth, silently clicking his tongue. There was so much in Yu Xiaogang's speech to ridicule. Asking the Supreme Pontiff of Spirit Hall for the method to solve the twin Spirit problem, only to have the strengthened Tang San take revenge on Spirit Hall? Isn't that the definition of biting the hand that feeds you? How did I never realize my old friend was so shameless?
After a moment of contemplation, Tang Hao nodded slightly. "Very well. I'll stay here for a while. Be quick."
It wasn't just Yu Xiaogang; Tang Hao had also spent years searching for a solution. He had his own theories, but they were just speculation. If he could get the confirmed method from Bibi Dong, it would be for the best.
"Rest assured, Your Majesty. I'll head to Spirit Hall City right away and get a clear answer from Bibi Dong!" With that, Yu Xiaogang packed his things and set off.
Meanwhile, Tang San and Xiao Wu had much to discuss. Xiao Wu confessed that she was a 100,000-year-old soul beast in human form, leaving Tang San dumbfounded.
She then asked if he would despise her and leave her.
Tang San shook his head repeatedly, assuring her he would never despise her or leave her. Moved to tears, Xiao Wu threw herself into his arms. The two embraced, and their lips met in a fiery, passionate kiss.
They did everything short of crossing the final line.
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Time flew by. A week passed in a flash.
Outside Star Luo Royal Academy, Dai Weisi stood ready with a thousand cavalry from the White Tiger Legion, preparing to set out for Spirit Hall City.
Star Luo City was much closer to Spirit Hall City. On their black-scaled horses, the journey would take less than a week. Unlike the Heaven Dou Empire, they didn't need to depart more than half a month in advance.
Along with the thousand White Tiger warriors, fifteen other academy teams from the Star Luo Empire and their leaders would travel under Dai Weisi's command to participate in the finals.
"Is everyone ready?"
"Don't worry, Captain! We're all set! Hehe!"
Just as Dai Weisi finished speaking, Dong Hui stroked her smooth short hair, a joyful smile on her face. Ever since Dai Weisi had gifted her a torso-type spirit bone a week ago, she hadn't stopped smiling. It was her first-ever spirit bone—a ten-thousand-year one at that—and a precious gift from the man she loved. In every sense, it was a treasure of immense significance.
Looking at his team, Dai Weisi smiled faintly. The current roster of the Star Luo Royal Academy team was:
Captain: Dai Weisi – Spirit: Sacred White Tiger, Level 67 Power Attack System Spirit Emperor.
Vice-Captain: Zhu Zhuyun – Spirit: Netherworld Civet, Level 62 Agility Attack System Spirit Emperor.
Members:
Zhu Zhuqing – Spirit: Netherworld Civet, Level 47 Agility Attack System Spirit Ancestor.
Ning Tianyu – Spirit: Eight Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, Level 41 Support System Spirit Ancestor.
Dong Hui – Spirit: Water of Supreme Virtue, Level 44 Support System Spirit Ancestor.
Yang Mingxin – Spirit: Water of Supreme Virtue, Level 43 Support System Spirit Ancestor.
Tang Hongning – Spirit: Fierce Lightning Jackal, Level 47 Agility Attack System Spirit Ancestor.
Substitutes:
Bai Chenxiang – Spirit: Swift Swallow, Level 35 Agility Attack System Spirit Elder.
Yang Zhen – Spirit: Soul-Breaking Spear, Level 41 Pure Attack System Spirit Ancestor.
Niu Cheng – Spirit: Armored Rhinoceros, Level 39 Pure Defense System Spirit Elder.
Bai Chenxiang, Yang Zhen, and Niu Cheng were the direct descendants of Bai He, Yang Wudi, and Niu Gao, respectively. The clan patriarchs had sent them along mainly to gain experience and prepare for the next tournament.
Bai Chenxiang, at just twelve years old, was even younger than Zhu Zhuqing. Dai Weisi hoped that by exposing her to the geniuses of the Douluo Continent, she would be motivated to train diligently and lead Star Luo Royal Academy to victory in the next tournament, or even the one after.
If nothing else, Bai Chenxiang had the chance to participate in the next two tournaments. By then, Dai Weisi was confident he could raise her to the rank of Soul King, or perhaps even a Soul Emperor!
(End of Chapter)