Upon hearing even his own younger sister say so, Tang Xiao had no choice but to drop the matter...
"Well, since the elders are unwilling to talk about Brother Hao, I won't say any more!"
With those words, his expression grew serious...
He continued in a deep voice, "Concerning the matter of the abyssal creatures, everyone present has some understanding. How do you view it now?"
One of the elders frowned, "Sect Master, haven't we discussed this matter before?"
Numerous meetings of various sizes had been held regarding the abyssal creatures...
Another elder agreed, "Yes, Sect Master, our thoughts were clearly conveyed to you in the previous meetings!"
Tang Xiao shook his head, "No, what I mean is that the abyssal creatures lurking in the shadows are now appearing in human sight!"
"They even dared to attack Crown Prince Xue Qinghe and others, attempting to cause chaos in human order!"
"Could this possibly mean they are about to launch a great war?"
Upon hearing this, all the elders swallowed...
There is still no confirmed information about the cooperation of major powers, and if the abyssal creatures strike now!
The consequences are unimaginable!
Quickly, they began to express their opinions...
"Sect Master, I think I understand your point, this wave of attacks by the abyssal creatures seems like a probe before launching a war!"
"Indeed, if we humans choose to retreat in this conflict, the abyssal creatures might become increasingly aggressive!"
"There must be a being behind the abyssal creatures with intelligence not inferior to humans, and everything that has happened is part of its plan!"
"There's no doubt, the mastermind is likely that guy with the super divine weapon, something called the Abyssal Emperor!"
"Correct, this Abyssal Emperor is essentially the brain of the abyssal creatures, orchestrating and directing all their actions!"
Tang Xiao nodded, "So, if we can kill the Abyssal Emperor, the abyssal creatures will be leaderless, and the chances of humanity achieving final victory will greatly increase!"
Tang Yuehua seemed to hear the hidden meaning, "Brother, you must have some idea, right?"
Tang Xiao glanced at her and said again, "Yes, my idea is... to summon the various forces of the Continent, deploy top experts, and secretly conduct a decapitation strike!"
This immediately sparked strong opposition from the elders...
"What? A decapitation strike? Sect Master, are you kidding?"
"Yes, the Abyssal Emperor's strength is said to rival the Grand Elder of the Worship Hall; attempting a decapitation strike would be as difficult as reaching the sky!"
"Not only that, we don't even know the location of the abyssal creatures, let alone the Abyssal Emperor."
"Sect Master, I think this proposal is somewhat absurd. Leaving aside how difficult it would be to find the Abyssal Emperor's position, getting all forces to dispatch experts is unlikely!"
Tang Yuehua also expressed her opinion, "Brother, I also think it's inappropriate. Although the abyssal creatures are currently the common enemy of all forces, this doesn't mean that people from various factions can set aside their animosities!"
Tang Xiao did not argue but patiently explained, "Elders, I know this proposal sounds a bit absurd, but this might be our last chance for humanity!"
"Didn't the Martial Soul Hall say that the Abyssal Emperor, who has a super divine weapon, becomes stronger with every moment!"
"If we let them continue to develop, even the High Priest of Sea God's Island may not be able to pose a threat!"
The elders of the Hao Tian Sect seemed to realize the gravity of the situation but still held on to a glimmer of hope...
"Impossible, right? The Abyssal Emperor can't break through to the God Rank?"
"Yes, no human Soul Master has achieved the God Rank in all these years; the Abyssal Emperor is even less likely!"
"I heard that to become a God, one needs godhood, which the Abyssal Emperor cannot obtain. Therefore, its highest possible power level is equivalent to an Ultimate Douluo."
Tang Xiao covered his forehead, amused by the elders, "Elders, you cannot measure abyssal creatures by human standards. Is it possible that when the Abyssal Emperor's power reaches a certain level, it could become a God without the need for godhood?"
"Don't forget, it possesses a super divine weapon — a presence more powerful, transcending Divine Artifacts!"
...
Meanwhile, at the Tiandou Royal Academy!
Prince Xue Xing's face was full of gloom...
"I received news earlier that Xue Qinghe and others were attacked by abyssal creatures on their way to Martial Soul City!"
"The royal soldiers responsible for their protection were completely annihilated..."
Upon hearing this, Xue Beng and Du Gu Bo's eyes lit up...
They had always wanted to find an opportunity to eliminate Xue Qinghe, and this time, the abyssal creatures conveniently accomplished it!
"Wonderful, with this imposter dead, I'm the only one left to inherit the throne, and we needn't worry about the royal household working for others anymore!"
"Indeed, what we hoped for has been achieved by the abyssal creatures. But why, Prince Xue Xing, does your face look so gloomy? Isn't this good news?"
Prince Xue Xing sighed, "If nothing changed, it would indeed be good news. But, under the protection of Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong, Xue Qinghe successfully escaped the abyssal creatures' pursuit and wasn't killed!"
In an instant, Xue Beng and Du Gu Bo were greatly disappointed...
The former gritted his teeth, "That fake brother of mine is truly lucky, especially with Sect Master Ning and company accompanying him, or this time would have been his end!"
The latter was a bit regretful, "Alas, His Majesty Xue Ye made a mistake allowing Ning Fengzhi and company to accompany them!"
But the next moment, his eyes flashed with murderous intent...
"Since there's the cover of abyssal creature attacks this time, perhaps I could secretly deal with Xue Qinghe!"
Though Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong are offering close protection, as long as I'm not discovered, the chance of a successful poisoning remains high!
Without a doubt, Prince Xue Xing denied this proposal, "No, the risk is too high. With Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong's protection, Poison Douluo, you will hardly find an opportunity!"
"Furthermore, if he is indeed poisoned, the royal household will immediately suspect you!"
After all, only Du Gu Bo, the most skilled in poison in the entire Tiandou Empire, could poison someone undetected under the protection of a Hyper Douluo!
Du Gu Bo pursed his lips, accepting the reality!
At that time, he, a Titled Douluo, might be able to escape, but the fate of his granddaughter would be uncertain...
Prince Xue Xing cut off the topic, "Alright, even though not killing Xue Qinghe is a disappointment, the heavy loss of royal soldiers this time might still displease my brother"
"Beng'er, this period presents your opportunity!"