At the headquarters of the Strength Clan in Heaven Dou City.
Tailong stood respectfully behind Tai Tan, listening to Tang San's conversation with the two clan leaders. He now held genuine admiration for Tang San, so he harbored no dissatisfaction.
"Senior Tai Tan, do you think Senior Yang Wudi will arrive today?" Tang San asked with a smile, though there was a hint of impatience in his tone.
It had been over ten days since they sent the message, and he hadn't expected Yang Wudi, the leader of the Breaking Clan, to show no signs of responding to the invitation.
He had heard that the Breaking Clan was once a vassal of the Clear Sky Sect, but after so many years of change, and now that they were collaborating with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, they might have long forgotten their former master.
"Xiao San, don't be impatient. The Breaking Clan's headquarters isn't within the Heaven Dou Empire. Perhaps he's been delayed by something," Bai He interjected before Tai Tan could respond.
The Breaking Clan had been of great help to their Agility Clan, and the improvement in their clan's livelihood in recent years was largely due to Yang Wudi.
He knew Tai Tan's temper too well. The old gorilla might already be harboring resentment toward Yang Wudi. If he were allowed to speak freely now, it could tarnish the Breaking Clan's image in Tang San's eyes.
"Old White Bird, don't make excuses for him. I think he's doing this on purpose. After all these years, I know him well enough," Tai Tan glared, slamming the table in anger. "He's probably forgotten us poor brothers now that he's latched onto the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, a big shot."
Whether in terms of Soul Power or age, he had always been the leader of the four single-attribute clans.
His grandson and son had been beaten, and he had already shown restraint by not directly confronting Yang Qianjun out of respect for their old friendship. He hadn't expected Yang Wudi to be so disrespectful.
"Old Gorilla, calm down. You know Yang Wudi's temperament. He's probably just upset after hearing about the Clear Sky Sect's affairs," Bai He quickly smoothed things over with a smile. "Didn't you call me here so we could sit down and talk things out properly?"
"Hmph! Fine, I'll give him two more days," Tai Tan grumbled, his beard twitching as he leaned back with his arms crossed.
"Uncle, why do you hold the Breaking Clan in such high regard?" Tang San was curious, as Bai He's words were filled with admiration for Yang Wudi.
"Xiao San, don't underestimate Yang Wudi. Although his Soul Power is similar to mine, neither the old gorilla nor the old rhinoceros would be a match for him in a real fight.
This isn't to belittle the Strength Clan or the Defense Clan, but the Breaking Clan's Martial Soul is just that domineering," Bai He sighed lightly. "What's most important is that he's a man of loyalty and righteousness. Over the years, he's helped us, his old brothers, who have fallen on hard times. Don't you think such a person is worth allying with?"
"Senior Yang actually possesses such strength," Tang San was startled, and his previously unsettled heart immediately felt more at ease.
Ever since Tai Tan and Bai He had recounted some of the past events, he had come to understand the mission he was destined to shoulder.
Now was the time for him to gradually consolidate his strength. If he could gain the assistance of a powerhouse like Yang Wudi, it would undoubtedly be a tremendous boost to his future endeavors.
Bai He nodded with a smile, "Yang Wudi has many flaws and can be quite stubborn, but his strength is undeniable. However, his resentment towards the Clear Sky Sect runs deep, and it won't be easily resolved."
"The reason why the Great Ape and I wanted you to meet him was to see how he would react."
Tang San smiled faintly, "Uncle, rest assured, I will do my best to help Senior Yang let go of past grievances."
"Actually, Yang Wudi has another weakness. If you can exploit it well, I believe he will willingly put aside his grudges even without you asking."
Bai He stroked his beard, "Xiao San, I don't know how much you understand about medicine, but I heard you once defeated Tai Nuo using poison, so you must be quite skilled."
"Whether you use force or emotions, it's difficult to sway Yang Wudi. But if you bring up medicine, he won't be able to resist."
Tang San's eyes lit up, "I didn't expect Senior Yang to have such an interest. Uncle, don't worry. If it's about medicine, I dare bet that no one on the entire continent could surpass me."
It was like a pillow arriving just as one was about to sleep.
With his Tang Sect skills, aside from hidden weapons, his expertise in medicine was his most prominent talent. If Yang Wudi was truly obsessed with this field, then winning him over would undoubtedly be much easier.
"Xiao San, do you have any rare herbs on hand? If you can present a decent gift, it would undoubtedly be a good breakthrough," Bai He said with a smile, stroking his beard.
The Min Clan did have a Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng. If they gifted this herb to Yang Wudi, it would surely open the door immediately. However, he had been tricked into coming here by the Great Ape and hadn't brought it with him.
"This..." Tang San smiled awkwardly.
He had been poor since childhood and only recently received a hidden weapon order worth twenty million Gold Soul Coins.
But such a massive fortune came with its own price. Recently, he had been working day and night assembling the weapons and hadn't even completed the delivery yet. He had no time to go out and spend money.
"Ah! Then just treat this as a meeting with Yang Wudi," Bai He sighed, not knowing what else to say.
Even with the speed of his Martial Soul, going back and forth to fetch the herb would take some time. Yang Wudi's arrival was uncertain, and it seemed difficult to persuade him to return to the Clear Sky Sect this time.
After Bai He's mediation, the atmosphere among the group improved somewhat.
But as time passed and the sun moved from the east to the west, the relaxed mood became harder to maintain. Until Tai Tan's curse completely froze the atmosphere.
"Uncle, Senior Tai Tan, I have many matters to attend to and won't stay any longer," Tang San said coldly, abruptly standing up.
Although he valued Yang Wudi's abilities, if the other party thought he could toy with him, then he was sorely mistaken.
Moreover, he indeed had thousands of orders yet to be delivered. Yang Wudi hadn't shown up for over ten days, and he had no time to wait here idly.
"Xiao San..." Bai He felt anxious and quickly stood up to try and mediate.
Tai Tan's expression was also extremely grim, the veins on his thick arms bulging as if he was holding back his anger, "I think that old fool is just being ungrateful. Young Master, if you have matters to attend to, you should go ahead."
"Then I shall take my leave," Tang San said, cupping his hands in a gesture of respect before turning to depart.
Bai He wanted to persuade him further, but he was left speechless by a few words from Tai Tan.
"Article Six of the Profound Heaven Treasure Record: Remain unflinching even if Mount Tai collapses before you, and stay calm even if the Yellow River bursts above you," Tang San muttered to himself, his face dark as he left the residence of the Power Clan, silently reciting the general principles to soothe his emotions.
Tang San headed straight towards the academy.
But before he could reach the intersection, he suddenly heard a sharp, explosive sound coming from the Power Clan's residence. Puzzled, he turned back.
"Someone has reported that you are harboring a wanted criminal from the Spirit Hall. Come with us now~"
Suddenly, a seductive yet piercing voice echoed from above the residence.
Following that, Tang San saw a man clad in golden armor gracefully descending from the sky into the courtyard.
Hovering above the Power Clan's residence, beside the man was a shadowy figure.
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