Chapter 284: The Fall of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family
As the battle raged on, the conflict within Heaven Dou City, especially around the palace, grew increasingly brutal.
The Heaven Dou royal family was unprepared for such a formidable onslaught; they had no Titled Douluo among them and only a few Spirit Douluo. Surprisingly, Bibi Dong's plan appeared to have a critical oversight—while every corner of the royal palace faced relentless attacks, no forces were sent to target the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.
In terms of raw power, the Heaven Dou Imperial Academy had long been the focus of the empire's investment, boasting three Spirit Douluo, hundreds of students, and faculty mostly ranked as Spirit Kings or higher, including several Spirit Emperors and Saints. However, despite its importance as a core institution for the empire's nobility, not a single soul was dispatched to assault the academy.
Observing this, Yang Potian simply shook his head, content to stay uninvolved. Since he hadn't directly participated in the assault, whatever unfolded would not be his responsibility.
Within two hours, the operation's primary objectives were nearly complete. Following the destruction of the Clear Sky Clan, Titled Douluo and Spirit Douluo forces, including Bibi Dong herself, joined in the assault on the palace, ensuring a swift defeat for the royal family.
The primary targets—Empress Xue Ke, Prince Xue Xing, and General Ge Long—had all been slain, along with a slew of nobles and high-ranking officials. Only a handful of survivors remained, barely a threat to the empire's new order.
Meanwhile, Qianjun and Jiangmo Douluo returned to the main group after decimating the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. Nearly 80% of the clan members had been eliminated, with the survivors scattering in disarray. Ning Fengzhi, along with Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, led a few dozen disciples in a desperate flight north.
In the aftermath, Bibi Dong's side suffered minimal losses. Less than 20% of the Spirit Douluo and Spirit Saint ranks were affected, and none of the Titled Douluo were significantly injured.
With the situation stabilized, Hu Liena, Bibi Dong's disciple, stepped forward and bowed. "Congratulations, Your Majesty. The Heaven Dou royal family and Clear Sky Clan have been completely eradicated, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan no longer poses any threat. We have achieved a decisive victory."
"However, Tang Hao and Tang Xiao's whereabouts remain unknown. Should we initiate a nationwide hunt for them?"
Bibi Dong shook her head. "There's no need. They're likely dead. Have all units regroup; it's time to begin the next phase of our plan."
Standing nearby, Golden Crocodile Douluo remarked with some satisfaction, "Who would have thought it'd go so smoothly? The once-mighty Clear Sky Clan has been completely wiped out. One of our greatest threats is gone."
But Bibi Dong's face darkened. "Not necessarily. I suspect the true battle is just beginning."
As she spoke, two imposing figures emerged from the shadows before her. They were tall, dressed entirely in black, and radiated an aura of immense power.
One stood over two meters, exuding a dark, chilling energy, his eyes an unusual shade of gold rather than the typical human black and white. The other was even larger, his muscular frame giving him an air of sheer brutality, while a sharp, piercing aura emanated from his body.
These were none other than Di Tian and Bear Lord, who had rushed from the Star Dou Forest, covering the vast distance to Heaven Dou City in mere hours. But by the time they reached the ruins of the Clear Sky Clan, it was already too late; the clan had been obliterated, with no sign of Tang Xiao or Tang Hao.
With a fierce glint in his eyes, Di Tian addressed Bibi Dong and Golden Crocodile Douluo, "So, it was you who destroyed the Clear Sky Clan and slaughtered every last one of its members."
Bibi Dong's expression was icy. "And if we did? What business is it of yours? I assume you're Di Tian and Bear Lord. To think mere soul beasts would dare to intrude upon human territory."
Bear Lord snarled in response, "You arrogant humans have no sense of your place. Do you really think I won't tear you to pieces?"
Bibi Dong let out a cold laugh. "A couple of lowly soul beasts… Instead of hiding in the heart of the Star Dou Forest, you venture here. Tired of living, are we?"
Bear Lord was about to retort when Di Tian held him back and spoke instead, "Humans, I know your power is considerable, but it is still no match for mine. Now tell me, where are Tang Hao and Tang Xiao? Did you kill them?"
A cunning smile appeared on Bibi Dong's face. "I wouldn't know. The Clear Sky Clan may have fallen to us, but Tang Hao and Tang Xiao fought their way out. Last we saw, they were fleeing toward the Star Dou Forest."
Di Tian's expression darkened. "Lies! We traveled from the Star Dou Forest and saw no trace of them. It seems you humans lack the courage to admit your own deeds."
Golden Crocodile Douluo bristled at the insult. "How dare you, vile beast! You think you can insult our kind and live?"
As he spoke, Bear Lord growled in rage. "Just a scaly crocodile with a big mouth. I'll tear you to pieces myself!"
Di Tian and Bear Lord unleashed their aura, their formidable soul beast energy radiating for miles. Bibi Dong and Golden Crocodile Douluo were unfazed, summoning their own spirit forms and displaying their red, hundred-thousand-year spirit rings. Even Bear Lord felt a flicker of intimidation at the sight.
Seeing the spirit rings, Di Tian's face twisted in fury. "How dare you humans slaughter our kind for spirit rings! You'll pay for this!"
Without another word, the two sides clashed, their attacks shaking Heaven Dou City. Sensing the immense energies, Titled Douluo across the city hurried toward the battle, while Spirit Douluo and Spirit Saints focused on eliminating their remaining targets to support their emperor.
From a distance, Yang Potian watched with a faint smile. "Now things are getting interesting. The Spirit Empire's Titled Douluo facing off against Di Tian and Bear Lord—this should be a fine test of both Di Tian and Bibi Dong's true strength."
For now, Yang Potian had no plans to intervene. Both Di Tian and Bibi Dong posed significant threats to him. Letting them exhaust each other first would be ideal; he hoped they would both suffer serious damage.
As for the Spirit Empire's alliance, he'd done more than enough by eliminating Tang Hao and Tang Xiao. Bibi Dong had gained more than enough from this arrangement—now it was her turn to expend some effort.
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