The moment Tang San saw who it was, a volcanic eruption of rage surged from his heart. His teeth clenched so tightly they cracked, his eyes turned bloodshot, and he was back to how he was when he first emerged from the City of Slaughter, staring intently at the person.
Those were his enemies, whom he hated to the core!
Although five years have passed and Dai Yao's appearance has changed a lot, he has a scholarly air about him, which is also confusing. But he still recognized him at a glance. No matter how many years have passed, he will never forget that face!
"Dai Yao!"
Tang San roared the man's name in a low, almost beast-like voice.
But his chilling growl failed to attract the attention of the people present, because everyone's attention was drawn to the man's arrogant voice, and curses continued to rang out.
"shut up!"
"Who are you to dare disrespect my Haotian Sect!"
Some of the young disciples of the Haotian Sect were filled with righteous indignation, cursing until their faces turned red, while other disciples with a bit more composure, although they could still restrain their anger, unconsciously clenched their fists, wishing they could go up and teach that arrogant man a lesson.
Although the Haotian Sect has long been secluded from the world, in their hearts it remains the number one sect in the world. As disciples of the Haotian Sect, they naturally possess an arrogance that looks down upon the world!
From a young age, they heard their parents recount the glorious deeds of the Haotian Sect on the continent, and how the Haotian Hammer once awed the world.
Moreover, after so many years of seclusion, the sect's strength has undergone a tremendous transformation. Now, with six Title Douluos, it can even rival the former Spirit Hall!
Over the years, the resentment caused by their reclusive lifestyle has grown day by day. Although they have not openly opposed the sect leader's continued adherence to the reclusive strategy, they have been secretly grumbling about it.
It's time to let the entire continent once again witness the might of the world's number one weapon spirit!
But today, a young man suddenly appeared and spoke arrogantly about the sacred sect in their hearts, and even wanted to see the power of the Clear Sky Hammer. However, there was no respect in his words, but rather undisguised disdain!
This moment ignited the flames that had been building up in their hearts for over twenty years. This earth-shattering rage would surely reduce this person to ashes before it could be quelled!
"What a brat! How dare you spout such nonsense here! Today, I will make you die right here!"
On the iron chain bridge, the Seventh Elder had a stern face and his eyes were filled with a chilling coldness.
Clearly, the young man had crossed a line!
However, the sound beside him made his pupils dilate sharply. He immediately turned to look at the Second Elder, only to see the Second Elder's face solemn, a look of disbelief gradually appearing on his face. Looking back at the young man, his eyes were filled with wariness and hatred.
With a slight grit of his teeth, he flew back to the Haotian Sect.
Many young people were indignant, but the elders, whose strength had reached the level of Title Douluo, showed no sign of relief.
Sect Leader Tang Xiao, in particular, had a somber expression.
With his hands behind his back, his burly body was like a mountain, majestic and imposing. His tiger-like eyes were fixed on the young man with a full head of blond hair, and his heart was filled with turbulent waves!
He sensed three powerful auras emanating from the snow-capped mountain where the young man was.
Two of them were exactly the same as the two Martial Soul Hall elders who came to the Clear Sky Sect and forced the sect into seclusion.
Although nearly twenty years have passed and their auras have changed a lot, he will never forget them!
"Spirit Hall..."
The two fingers, clasped tightly behind his back, trembled, veins bulging on his hands, and the hatred that had been building up for more than twenty years was instantly ignited.
Compared to the younger generation who were young and naive when the Clear Sky Sect was forced into seclusion, their hatred for the Spirit Hall was much deeper and more profound—it was their own father!
He was forced to die in front of him, and he was powerless to stop it.
After more than twenty years of forbearance, the strength of the Clear Sky Sect has made an unprecedented leap. The few remaining elders of my father's generation have all become Title Douluo, which has led to a significant reduction in the number of Soul Douluo in the sect.
It can be said that the Clear Sky Sect's strength has reached its peak for a period of time, and it is capable of competing with the Spirit Hall.
But now is not the time. The Spirit Hall holds the highest authority in the world of spirit masters, and directly rebelling against it would undoubtedly be considered treason.
Their Clear Sky Sect had been in seclusion for many years, and its strength was reduced to less than one-tenth of what it once was. Furthermore, the four major single-attribute clans had turned against them. With only a few thousand direct descendants of the Clear Sky Sect, they were simply no match for the Spirit Hall.
In other words, now is not the time to emerge from seclusion. The only option is to continue to be patient and wait for the right opportunity. Perhaps the Spirit Hall's wolfish ambitions will be exposed, and the two great empires will unite to wage war against the Spirit Hall!
"Mistress, come back quickly."
His eyes flickered as he transmitted his voice to Tang San.
Hearing the whisper in his ear and noticing Tang Xiao's stern gaze, Tang San struggled for a moment. Although he really wanted to have a good fight with Dai Yao, he ultimately chose to trust his uncle.
They crossed the iron chain bridge and sped off towards the Haotian Sect.
Upon stepping onto the platform, the younger generation of the Clear Sky Sect did not harbor much hostility towards Tang San, because at this moment, there was someone they absolutely had to kill.
"Mistress, put on a mask."
Elegant and noble, Tang Yuehua, dressed in a form-fitting silver palace gown, slowly walked to Tang San's side and softly reminded him.
Tang San was slightly stunned, but immediately understood Tang Yuehua's idea. He nodded and took out the mask he had worn in the City of Slaughter from the Twenty-Four Bridges Under the Moon. His handsome face was completely hidden under the mask.
His appearance underwent a dramatic change after he obtained his fifth spirit ring, the Blue Silver King. Even the original Seven Devils could not recognize him.
This is a great information gap, and it might give the Spirit Hall a big surprise.
"Boy, I'll give you one chance. Leave Haotian Sect right now, and I can forgive your disrespect. Otherwise, no matter where you come from, I won't let you go back alive."
Tang Xiao's gaze sharpened, and he shouted.
A powerful voice echoed across the snow-capped mountain peak, startling countless snowflakes that tumbled down the mountainside. Even the clouds in the sky were shaken and scattered in all directions by Tang Xiao's sharp shout...
Many young disciples of the Haotian Sect were very dissatisfied with the sect leader's attitude. He was just a young man; they might as well just kill him.
Anyone who dares to offend the Haotian Sect must be retaliated with swift and decisive action!
However, the sect leader's accumulated prestige over many years was as deep and unfathomable as the ocean, and he managed to suppress their discontent.
"I said I wanted to see the power of the Clear Sky Hammer. How can I go back without achieving my goal?"
"Is there anyone who dares to fight? Or has your Haotian Sect, which has been in seclusion for so many years, become cowards?!"
Upon hearing Tang Xiao's words, Dai Yao smiled lightly and, in the most indifferent tone, uttered words that only fueled the anger of the Haotian Sect disciples.
"You bastard!"
"Sect Master, please allow this disciple to go down and kill him!"
The young disciples of the Haotian Sect were filled with righteous indignation, wishing they could rush up and kill that arrogant young man immediately.
The Seventh Elder stared intently at Dai Yao, his eyes filled with murderous intent. After hearing Dai Yao's words, although his face remained calm, the anger in his heart burned fiercely.
Turning back to look at Tang Xiao, he said coldly:
"Sect Master, you can tolerate this, but I cannot! My son was killed by the Spirit Hall back then, and now they are pressing us even further."
"If we retreat any further, we'll be on the verge of death!"
"After years of forbearance, the Clear Sky Sect has already produced six Title Douluos. I can no longer tolerate this; I must kill this brat as a sacrifice!"
Tang Xiao's tiger-like eyes were like a deep pool, making it impossible to see his inner thoughts. He turned around and looked at the Second Elder, only to see the Second Elder nod slightly to him. He knew that the Second Elder had agreed to the Seventh Elder's request.
Now, it is indeed time for the six titled Douluo to emerge from seclusion.
However, he still had some concerns. On the one hand, the Seventh Elder was a Title Douluo, and it would damage the reputation of the Clear Sky Sect if he directly attacked a low-level Soul Master.
Secondly, what exactly is the Spirit Hall's purpose in coming to the Clear Sky Sect again? And why send a junior to do so?
Seeing the atmosphere between the sect leader and the five elders gradually freeze, Tang San opened his mouth, but then kept it closed.
He knew very well that he was still an outsider to the Haotian Sect and was not trusted by them. Any suggestions he made would inevitably be blocked by the elders.
Furthermore, while he hated Dai Yao, he also wanted to acknowledge his ancestry. He was certain that with the strength of the younger generation of the Haotian Sect, absolutely no one could stop Dai Yao. He would then make his move…
That is to turn the tide and save the collapsing edifice!
Even if the seven elders had grievances against his father, or even harbored resentment towards him, they would not be as hostile as they are today, out of respect for his defeat of Dai Yao.
The matter of my father being recognized as a member of his ancestral family has also taken a turn for the better.
As for failure? He did consider it, but then shook his head and smiled.
These five years of arduous training gave him his greatest confidence. After mastering the hammer technique in two years and awakening the Blue Silver Emperor, his strength underwent a tremendous transformation during his trials in the City of Slaughter.
Dai Yao, living a life of luxury in the Spirit Hall, may have made some progress in recent years, but he is certain that he can never compare to him!
He clenched his fists, sensing the atmosphere around him, waiting for his moment to strike...
After a moment of contemplation, Tang Xiao unleashed a powerful aura that resounded across the sky. A visible, circular, transparent shockwave appeared in the sky and rapidly spread outwards.
The snow on countless snow-capped mountains was completely removed, revealing the dark brown rocks that had been hidden beneath the snow for thousands of years.
"Kid, it's not your place to speak here. Let the people behind you talk to us."
Tang Xiao's powerful voice echoed through the sky.
An overwhelming pressure suddenly descended upon Dai Yao. Even though they were thousands of meters apart, Dai Yao still felt an unbearable pressure.
Just then, two figures appeared beside Dai Yao, one in yellow and one in black. The black figure was like a ghost, its form unseen, while the yellow figure was dressed in golden armor and moved with the allure of a woman.
It was Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.
The appearance of the two immediately reversed the pressure on Tang Xiao, and even seemed to have a tendency to suppress him.
"What, you want to see us? Oh dear, back then, the two of us saw the last of the previous Haotian Sect Masters. I never thought that you, Tang Xiao, would have already inherited the position of Sect Master today."
Yue Guan examined her fingers and smiled in a sinister tone.
Ghost Douluo also let out a chuckle, his hoarse voice like a series of knives, stabbing viciously into the bodies of the Haotian Sect elders.
They clearly remembered that it was these two people who came to the Haotian Sect and forced the sect to go into seclusion. If the Spirit Hall was their enemy, then these two were the culprits who directly forced the old sect master to his death!
"Seventh Brother, make your move! We don't know the true purpose of the Spirit Hall yet, so it's not wise to expose the strength of our Clear Sky Sect."
The Second Elder looked at the Seventh Elder and said in a deep voice.
The Seventh Elder grinned, eager to show his skills. Nine spirit rings suddenly rose, their aura weaker than Tang Xiao's, soaring into the sky and charging towards the location of Ju Gui and the other.
Although much weaker, he is still at the Title Douluo level.
The two joined forces and fought to a draw against the veteran titled Douluo Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo.
Both Ju and Gui were startled. They hadn't expected that after more than twenty years, the Clear Sky Sect would produce another Title Douluo. And this was only the strength they had displayed; who knew how many more were hidden beneath the Clear Sky Sect's surface…
However, they were also secretly lamenting that of the six of them, only the three titled Douluo from their Papal Palace had truly revealed their aura.
Logically speaking, if all six Title Douluos were to attack, they should be able to sweep through the Clear Sky Sect.
However, the three Title Douluos of the Hall of Offering believed that once they made a move, the Clear Sky Sect would not fall for their trick and expose their full strength. At that time, they would lead their remaining forces to hide, which would inevitably become a threat to the Spirit Hall.
"That sounds nice, but they really just want our Papal Palace people to clash with the Haotian Sect people!"
Kiku and Kiku secretly grumbled to themselves.
This shows how intense the struggle between the Papal Palace and the Hall of Worship has become; even with an enemy like the Haotian Sect at hand, they still cannot stop their internal strife.
"You two old dogs! How dare you bark like that? What business do you have at my Haotian Sect today?!"
The Seventh Elder roared wildly.
After receiving the Second Elder's message, the Seventh Elder was furious, but this was a critical moment for the Clear Sky Sect, and he could not act recklessly. He suppressed his anger and tried to get the people from the Spirit Hall to reveal their purpose.
"Oh my, I remember you were one of the elders by the side of the previous sect master of the Haotian Sect, right? I didn't expect you to have become a titled Douluo now."
"I still remember clearly the look of resentment and anger on your face when I forced you to close your sect!"
Yue Guan seemed not to hear the Seventh Elder's insults. Instead, he smiled sinisterly and said something that angered the Seventh Elder even more.
"you!·······"
The Seventh Elder's eyes were wide with anger, and he was breathing heavily. His snow-white beard seemed to stand upright.
"Seventh Elder."
Tang Xiao shook his head at the Seventh Elder, and only after the Seventh Elder calmed down did he turn around and say:
"What is the purpose of your Spirit Hall's visit today?!"
"Didn't our people already say they wanted to see your Clear Sky Hammer for themselves, to see if it's just all hype..."
Elder Ju replied.
Tang Xiao and the five elders were taken aback. That was it? But they all knew that the Spirit Hall wouldn't act without reason; this move must have a deeper meaning. Although they were still somewhat hesitant, the younger disciples behind them were already filled with excitement!
"Sect Master, send me!"
"Sect Master, let me go! I'll teach that brat a lesson!"
Countless disciples of the Clear Sky Sect rushed to sign up, not only because that person had insulted the reputation of the Clear Sky Sect, but also because he was a member of the Spirit Hall!
Old grudges and new hatreds made them grit their teeth in hatred towards that young man.
"What? Has the Haotian Sect run out of people?"
Looking at the Haotian Sect members arguing in the distance, Dai Yao gave a simple reply, adding fuel to the fire for the Haotian Sect members who already hated him to the bone.
"metropolitan······"
The Second Elder spoke in a deep voice beside Tang Xiao.
"I see."
Tang Xiao's face showed a struggle, he slowly closed his eyes, and after a moment, he suddenly opened them, his eyes flashing with a sharp light:
"Tang Long!"
"exist!"
The middle-aged man next to Tang San, who had been talking to him, immediately knelt on one knee and answered angrily.
"Go! You're going to compete. You must win, you can't lose!"
Tang Xiao stared at this most talented young disciple of the Haotian Sect and said in a deep voice.
Among the younger generation of the Haotian Sect, only two are truly outstanding: Tang Long and Tang Hu. Tang Hu has just been defeated by Tang San, so Tang Long will be the one to fight this time.
"yes!"
Tang Long said resolutely, then turned around, glaring at the young man on the distant snow-capped mountain, and slowly stepped onto the iron chain bridge. (End of Chapter)