In the distance, Lin Gong and Yang Xiong watched the violent scene with twitching lips. This time, the Elephant Armored Sect had suffered a significant loss.
Originally, they had dispatched three Soul Douluo and nine Soul Saints. Among them, two Soul Saints seemed to have just absorbed new spirit rings, likely preparing for a large-scale hunt.
However, under the powerful assault of the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Azure Bull Python, one Soul Douluo was immediately crushed by the Sky Azure Bull Python, and another was shattered by the Titan Giant Ape while covering the rear.
Seven of the nine Soul Saints were killed instantly. Additionally, there was a quasi–Soul Douluo still absorbing a spirit ring.
Only Huyan Zhen and two Soul Saints managed to escape, and even they were heavily injured.
Still, Huyan Zhen's combat ability surprised Yang Xiong a bit. As the sect master of the Elephant Armored Sect and known as the best in defense, he had roughly the strength of a newly advanced Titled Douluo. His defense was particularly formidable; he endured multiple blows from the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Azure Bull Python and survived,truly impressive.
It was uncertain how long it would take for the Elephant Armored Sect to recover from this battle. At the very least, they wouldn't be so arrogant in the short term.
After communicating with Xiao Wu, Yang Xiong left directly.
Lin Gong asked curiously, "Xiao Xiong, are we heading back now?"
Yang Xiong shook his head. "Not yet. I have something to take care of in the Star Luo Empire."
Lin Gong asked again, "Star Luo Empire? Where are you planning to go?"
Yang Xiong replied, "I'm heading to the base of the Clan of Destruction. There's something only they can help me with."
Lin Gong's expression turned serious. "Why are you going to the Clan of Destruction? They're not easy to deal with. Their combat strength is terrifying. The Breaking Soul Spear is also one of the top tool-type martial spirits. Their leader, Yang Wudi, is a top-tier Soul Douluo. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has little contact with them."
Yang Xiong smiled. "Don't worry, Teacher Lin. I won't be getting into conflict with them. We might even gain something unexpected."
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The two didn't argue further and simply headed in the direction of the Star Luo Empire, traveling along the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest.
The forest spanned both the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires, so there was no need to cross any borders,they could reach the Star Luo Empire directly from Heaven Dou.
They encountered no trouble on the way. Once they exited the Star Dou Great Forest, they rented a carriage and set off for the Clan of Destruction.
Over ten days later, Yang Xiong and his group arrived at a very special small city. The city was centered around the sale of medicinal products, primarily those crafted by the Clan of Destruction.
Although the Clan of Destruction only had a few hundred people, everyone was skilled in alchemy. They were the largest alchemist clan on the entire continent, and the medicines they produced were of excellent quality.
Upon arrival, Lin Gong directly revealed their identities. "Inform your clan leader that Lin Gong and Yang Xiong of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect are here to visit."
Although the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect wasn't as famous in the Star Luo Empire, it was still a top-tier sect. As expected, they were quickly led into the clan's interior, directly to the main hall.
Upon entering, Yang Xiong immediately noticed the intense herbal aroma everywhere, and a pervasive murderous aura from the people. Truly worthy of the name,the Clan of Destruction.
At the center of the main hall sat a tall, muscular elder with a cold expression and sharp, intimidating eyes. This man was Yang Wudi, the clan leader,one of the rare pure offense-type Soul Douluo, whose combat ability was comparable to a Titled Douluo.
Yang Wudi seemed familiar with Lin Gong and said directly, "Lin Gong, haven't you been hiding in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect all these years? Why show yourself now?"
Lin Gong chuckled. "Just wanted to get out and stretch my legs a bit. What? Is Clan Leader Yang not happy to see me?"
"Besides, compared to your past, my little troubles were nothing."
Yang Wudi snorted. "It's just the Spirit Hall. Back then, we weren't afraid of them. We were ready to die if needed. But you,weren't you the one afraid of Spirit Hall?"
Lin Gong sighed. "Back then, Spirit Hall was just using their power to bully others. Now that I'm with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, what can Spirit Hall do to me?"
"But, Clan Leader Yang, your Clan of Destruction does owe us a small favor from back then. Don't tell me you're going to be unreasonable now."
Lin Gong had already explained this to Yang Xiong. Back when the four single-attribute clans were abandoned by the Clear Sky Sect and besieged by Spirit Hall, it was the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect that led reinforcements, along with Heaven Dou Empire's army, to help them escape.
Yang Wudi stayed silent for a moment, then said, "I'm not unreasonable. Tell me what you want. As long as it's not excessive, I'll do my best."
Lin Gong smiled. "This has nothing to do with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, nor is it about old favors. It's about this young man beside me,he has a request for you."
Yang Wudi turned his sharp gaze to Yang Xiong. "Young man, are you from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? What do you want from me?"
Yang Xiong bowed slightly. "Senior Yang, I'm Yang Xiong from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. I came here to propose a small trade with you."
Yang Wudi laughed. "A mere Soul Sect, and probably just fifteen years old. Do you even know what kind of place this is? We only understand combat, not trade."
Yang Xiong smiled. "But you haven't heard the deal yet. Why reject it so quickly? Are you judging only based on age?"
Yang Wudi's face turned cold. "We are doing well here in the Star Luo Empire and want nothing to do with your so-called upper three sects. If you really want a trade, send your elders. That might interest me."
Lin Gong chimed in, "Don't underestimate him. Yang Xiong may be young, but he is the disciple of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo. You wouldn't want them knocking on your door, would you?"
This was also Lin Gong's way of reinforcing Yang Xiong's status,otherwise, a mere Soul Sect would have no standing before Yang Wudi.
Yang Wudi's expression darkened. "I've heard of Yang Xiong. I heard you performed well in the recent Soul Master Tournament, but in the end, you still lost to Spirit Hall. A disgrace to your masters."
Yang Xiong replied calmly, "Winning and losing is normal in battles. I was only at level 40 back then, facing three Soul Kings. It would've been abnormal if I had won."
"Besides, I may have lost today, but next time, who knows? I'm younger than all of them, and I still have a chance to surpass them."
Yang Wudi's tone grew harsh. "You're from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. You can lose to anyone,just not Spirit Hall. As a warrior, you should fight to the death."
Yang Xiong's expression shifted. "Senior Yang, let's be fair. Our team also had Tang San from the Clear Sky Sect, Yu Tianheng from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, and others from the Star Luo royal family and the Bi Lin Clan. I performed better than most of them and was stronger too."
Yang Wudi's expression changed drastically. He exuded a killing aura so cold and sharp that Yang Xiong felt as if he might be pierced at any moment. "What do you mean by that? You should know the Clan of Destruction hates the Clear Sky Sect and Spirit Hall the most, yet you dare mention them here? This is our territory,Lin Gong might not be able to protect you."
Yang Xiong remained calm. "I came here representing only myself. I have nothing to do with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect or Teacher Lin."
Yang Wudi sneered. "Fine, for Lin Gong and your sect's sake, go ahead. Let's hear what trade you want to propose. But don't push your luck."
Yang Xiong could tell Yang Wudi was disdainful. Indeed, to someone so experienced, no matter how talented a youth might be, it all seemed far-off and uncertain. Especially since Yang Xiong was still just a Soul Sect.
Still, Yang Xiong said, "Senior Yang, I heard your clan has long been searching for a certain medicinal herb. I might be lucky,I happen to have found it."
Yang Wudi's expression changed. "What did you say? What herb?"
Yang Xiong smiled. "It's not just an herb,it's an immortal grass. I was fortunate enough to obtain it."
Yang Wudi's eyes widened, and he grew visibly excited. "Are you saying you found the Fragrant Delicate Immortal Product? Impossible! Our clan has searched for generations. It doesn't exist!"
Before he could finish, Yang Xiong revealed a large pale-pink flower. It had no leaves, a stem nearly one meter long, and a flower over a foot wide. Each petal sparkled like crystal, and the purple stamens resembled inlaid gems.
Yang Wudi was dumbfounded, staring at the flower like it was a priceless treasure,or a long-lost lover.
"Incredible… It's actually the Fragrant Delicate Immortal Product. Where did you get it?"
Yang Xiong didn't answer. He calmly stored the flower in his soul guide, a faint smile on his lips.
Yang Wudi's face changed instantly, his voice full of rage. "What are you trying to do? Show off in my territory?"
Yang Xiong replied evenly, "I'm not here to show off. I only want to prove that I have the item. I believe now I qualify to discuss a trade."
Yang Wudi's face turned grim. "Aren't you afraid I'll just keep both you and Lin Gong here? This is the Clan of Destruction. No one tells us what to do."
Sensing tension rising, Lin Gong quickly intervened. "Clan Leader Yang, that's a bit much. We've come from far away. Besides, we share a common enemy,Spirit Hall. In a sense, we're on the same side. There's no need to start a war over one immortal grass."
Yang Wudi gradually calmed down and finally spoke with reluctance. "You win, brat. Tell me what trade you want,but don't expect to name some outrageous price."
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