Chapter 305: Plans to Establish a Sect, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's Shock
"Yan Yan, I'm planning to establish a sect. However, I won't sever ties with the Spirit Hall, so I need someone to act as the visible leader. That person is you."
Dai Yao spoke seriously.
His five years of experience in the Spirit Hall had made him keenly aware that he was not part of the Hall's true inner circle. Instead of sacrificing himself to force his way into their ranks, he realized it was better to remain detached and form his own sect.
Moreover, once the Spirit Hall succeeded in its soul-hunting plan, it would need new sects to replace the current Seven Great Sects.
In this way, even Bibi Dong would have no grounds to refuse his request to establish a sect. After all, much of Dai Yao's current unwelcomed status in the Spirit Hall was her doing.
By creating his own sect, Dai Yao would also secure a fallback. If his relationship with the Spirit Hall became irreparable, he would have a place to retreat to. A sect of his own couldn't expel him.
"Establish a sect? And make me its leader?"
Dugu Yan asked, surprised.
Although she had gleaned some understanding of Dai Yao's situation from Zhu Zhuqing's letters, she had not expected him to be driven to the point of founding a sect.
A dangerous glint flashed through her emerald eyes.
Anyone who dared to bully her man, even the Spirit Hall, would have to face her wrath someday.
Dai Yao sighed bitterly. "Yes, Yan Yan. I won't leave the Spirit Hall for now, but I must make arrangements for my future."
"Establishing a sect is a way to secure a fallback."
"As of now, the only person I trust and who has sufficient strength is you. Therefore, I can only entrust you with the position of sect master."
Among those Dai Yao knew, Dugu Yan was the only person without ties to the Spirit Hall who could take on the role of a sect leader.
Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong were immediately ruled out since both of them were also part of the Spirit Hall and could not take on such a role.
As for others Dai Yao was acquainted with, they were either too weak to command authority or simply untrustworthy. Only his confidante, Dugu Yan, stood out—not only because of her exceptional talent but also as the sole heiress of the Jade Phosphor lineage. Her background and prestige were more than sufficient.
"Don't worry, husband. I will ensure the stability of the sect."
For once, she used the term "husband," her expression incredibly solemn. This was one of the few things Dai Yao had ever asked her to do, and she was determined not to let him down.
"When will the sect be established?"
Dai Yao smiled. "Once I've obtained my sixth soul ring, I'll begin preparations to establish the sect. At that time, you may need to accompany me to the Star Luo Empire."
"The Star Luo Empire? Is the sect going to be based in the Star Luo Empire?"
Dugu Yan asked, puzzled.
"Not exactly. It's just that some of the forces I'll need to prepare for the sect are located in the Star Luo Empire. However, the sect itself won't be based there."
Dai Yao explained.
Those forces, of course, referred to the four single-attribute clans that were once affiliated with the Clear Sky Sect.
Tang San still had plenty of resources that Dai Yao intended to exploit. Since Tang San had already made his stance clear with "You are courting death," there was no need for Dai Yao to hold back.
He would take Tang San's soul ring wife first, then his sect's affiliated forces. If he could meet Tang San at the gathering, even better.
Dai Yao was curious to see Tang San's reaction to being humiliated face-to-face.
The four single-attribute clans bore a deep grudge against the Spirit Hall, but they resented the Clear Sky Sect just as much. The sect's sudden withdrawal from the world had left the clans to bear the brunt of the Spirit Hall's wrath, reducing them to near ruin.
While the Strength Clan's unwavering loyalty to Tang Hao made them impossible to recruit, the Defense Clan and Speed Clan were different.
These two clans harbored significant grievances against the Clear Sky Sect for its retreat from the world and were politically unsteady. At the right moment, it would come down to a contest of wits and strategies between him and Tang San.
As for the Agility Clan, they were born scouts, with the clan leader sharing blood ties with Tang San. In the original story, their reunion was emotional. By all accounts, they would be the hardest to recruit. However, the Agility Clan had one fatal flaw: a lack of money.
With the right methods, there was a chance to win them over.
"In the Star Luo Empire?"
Dugu Yan furrowed her brows, picking up on the uncertainty in Dai Yao's tone. In a cold voice, she said,
"Husband, if the forces you plan to recruit refuse, I'll just bring my grandfather over and have them all poisoned to death."
Dai Yao froze, then laughed. "Alright, if anyone dares refuse, we'll kill them."
Anyone unwilling to join would be eliminated. There was no need to leave potential allies for Tang San.
Still, the fact that Dugu Yan so casually decided on her grandfather's involvement showed just how "filial" she was.
Turning to look toward the Clear Sky Sect, Dai Yao seemed to pierce through the thick layers of volcanic rock and vast distances, his gaze landing on Tang San's unconscious figure...
A sudden chill washed over Tang San. He shuddered, jolted awake, cold sweat pouring down his face as he panted, overwhelmed by the lingering sense of dread.
He felt as though something important to him was being targeted—a gut-wrenching pain he could hardly endure.
"You're awake! Quick, he's finally awake after being unconscious for days!"
A drowsy little girl, propping her head on her hand, saw Tang San wake up. Startled, her eyes widened as she darted out of the room, shouting.
The Clear Sky Sect quickly erupted into commotion...
At the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
"Yan Yan, I must go now."
After discussing their plans, Dai Yao lingered with Dugu Yan for a while before reluctantly speaking.
"Go."
Dugu Yan's tone was indifferent, a stark contrast to her earlier tender demeanor.
"You're really letting me leave?"
Dai Yao was surprised, not expecting her to be so composed.
"Stop being wishy-washy. A man shouldn't hesitate. Go!"
Dugu Yan's cold voice wavered, her reddened eyes betraying her tightly suppressed emotions.
After five years apart, their reunion was brief, and now they were to separate again. In the eyes of others, she was the ruthless Poison Lady. But before Dai Yao, she was as sentimental as any other girl.
Her reluctance surged like a dam breaking, threatening to shatter her composure.
"Alright, take care of yourself."
Dai Yao nodded, then spread his eight wings and soared into the sky, heading toward Heaven Dou City.
As Dai Yao turned, tears streamed down Dugu Yan's face uncontrollably, her sobs shaking her body.
"Yan Yan, you'll see him again soon."
Watching Dugu Yan's tear-streaked face, Ye LingLing's heart trembled. Even as another woman, she couldn't help but feel a pang of pity.
This face, capable of toppling nations, seemed to transcend gender itself.
Walking over to Dugu Yan, Ye LingLing softly comforted her.
Forcing a weak smile through her tears, Dugu Yan glanced at Ye LingLing's delicate face and replied,
"Thank you, LingLing."
She couldn't help but think:
Although LingLing's appearance isn't as remarkable as mine, she's still one in ten thousand. Moreover, she possesses the Nine Heart Begonia martial soul, which is immensely beneficial to Yao.
With Yao planning to establish a sect, having a top-tier support-type soul master is invaluable.
No matter the method, I must ensure LingLing stays by Yao's side. Since we're close sisters, we might as well marry the same man.
Ye LingLing, who had just relaxed after seeing Dugu Yan regain her composure, suddenly trembled. She seemed to sense something, and when she looked up, her gaze met Dugu Yan's. A foreboding feeling surged in her heart.
"Yan Yan, what's wrong?"
"Nothing, LingLing. You should rest here. Yao wants to establish a sect, so I need to inform my grandfather. When the time comes, we'll head to the Star Luo Empire together."
"Don't worry. With the protection of the poisonous mists here, no soul beast with any sense will approach. Also, those who want to harm you won't find this place."
Dugu Yan said casually.
"I see. Yan Yan, go ahead. I can't delay your plans," Ye LingLing replied.
Dugu Yan nodded with a smile, turning to leave the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
"Yao, I'm a Poison Lady, someone who's been viewed with disdain since childhood. You were the one who saved me. That's why I'll give you my all, even if it means sending my own sister to your side."
"After all, in others' eyes, I'm just a sinister, ruthless, and eccentric Poison Lady. Doing something like this wouldn't surprise anyone, would it?"
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
A carrier pigeon flew into the flourishing Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, landing on an arm that looked like warm jade.
"What does the letter say?"
An aged yet sharp voice sounded. Despite its age, it carried the edge of a sword.
It belonged to Sword Douluo Chen Xin, one of the twin pillars of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Ning Fengzhi removed the letter from the pigeon's leg. The moment he opened it and read its contents, his pupils contracted, and his expression changed drastically.
"What a Spirit Hall. What a Clear Sky Sect!"
"Fengzhi, what did Old Bones write? What happened during the battle to the east of Heaven Dou City a few days ago?"
Sword Douluo frowned.
It turned out that the battle between the Spirit Hall's six Title Douluo and the Clear Sky Sect's six Title Douluo had attracted the attention of many powerful individuals in Heaven Dou City.
However, the terrifying fluctuations from the battle were enough to deter even Title Douluo from approaching easily. Many Soul Douluo who had ventured toward the battlefield had turned back upon sensing the overwhelming energy.
Only forces like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan dared to send people to investigate. Even then, Bone Douluo had only dared to observe from a distance. Now, the long-awaited report had arrived.
Ning Fengzhi handed the letter to Sword Douluo, who glanced at it and also found his pupils contracting in shock.
"Six Title Douluo?! It's not surprising for the Spirit Hall to have such strength, but who would've thought the Clear Sky Sect, after years of seclusion, could match them!"
Sword Douluo's tone was calm, but his trembling voice betrayed his disbelief.
Six Title Douluo and the Clear Sky Hammer martial soul—these simple words weighed like a mountain on their hearts, making it hard to breathe.
The ambition sparked by Ning Fengzhi's evolution of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, a dream of becoming the number one sect, vanished entirely.
Though Sword Douluo was hailed as the strongest offensive Title Douluo, he felt overpowered compared to the Clear Sky Sect's Title Douluo.
After Tang Chen's departure, Tang Hao had risen like a comet. Sword Douluo knew that defeating Tang Hao would be extremely difficult.
Now, the current Clear Sky Sect master, Tang Xiao—once referred to as one of the Clear Sky Twin Stars alongside Tang Hao—was likely not far behind in strength.
Combined with the Clear Sky Sect's signature techniques, especially their Ring Explosion ability, which risked their lives for explosive power, Sword Douluo doubted he could survive a clash.
"Tang Xiao alone held off a Rank 97 Super Douluo, while the other five elders used a coordinated technique. Even though the Spirit Hall's five Title Douluo had higher soul power levels than the Clear Sky Sect's five elders, they were still unable to prevail," Sword Douluo read from the letter, his shock increasingly apparent.
After a long silence, he finally murmured, "What a Clear Sky Sect."
Ning Fengzhi sighed deeply as he walked to the window, gazing at the prosperous Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. In his mind's eye, he saw only ruins and flames.
"A turbulent age..." he said bitterly.
If it had been the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect facing the Spirit Hall, they would have been annihilated. The Spirit Hall's deployment of six Title Douluo against the Clear Sky Sect clearly showed their intent to eradicate them. While the Clear Sky Sect had repelled the first attack, they wouldn't withstand a second if the Spirit Hall unleashed its full strength.
What would become of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?
As Sword Douluo prepared to put the letter away, his eyes caught the last few lines, and his expression changed drastically. Even learning about the Clear Sky Sect's six Title Douluo hadn't elicited such a strong reaction.
"Dai Yao defeated the Clear Sky Sect's third-generation chief disciple, Tang San, and unleashed a soul skill comparable to a Title Douluo's, sweeping away all Clear Sky Sect disciples?!"
"Fengzhi, I didn't misread, did I?!"
Sword Douluo's tone rose as he looked at Ning Fengzhi for confirmation.
Turning back, Ning Fengzhi gave a refined yet complicated smile and said, "Sword Uncle, you didn't misread it. This information was personally relayed by a Clear Sky Sect disciple to Bone Uncle. It's absolutely credible."
"In just five years, who would've thought that kid would grow to such a terrifying level?"
"If this record spreads, no one would dare believe it. Among the younger generation, Dai Yao is already invincible. Those behind him can't even see his shadow. It seems the Spirit Hall has truly gone all out in nurturing him," Sword Douluo lamented.
If Dai Yao had chosen the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect back then, with such a genius, even the Clear Sky Sect's six Title Douluo wouldn't have been a threat.
Ning Fengzhi smiled faintly. "Sword Uncle, you're mistaken. While the Spirit Hall provided Dai Yao with the best resources, his strength ultimately comes from his own talent."
"Moreover, this Spirit Hall operation against the Clear Sky Sect was largely orchestrated by Dai Yao himself."
"Why would Dai Yao drive such an operation?" Sword Douluo asked, puzzled.
Ning Fengzhi sighed lightly. "This matter is partially related to us."
"Related to us?"
"Yes. Before Dai Yao joined the Spirit Hall, he discussed the continent's situation with me and warned me to be wary of the Spirit Hall targeting us."
"So, after he joined the Spirit Hall, I activated spies within their ranks and focused on infiltrating their operations. Over these five years, we've gained a lot, including intelligence about their soul-hunting plan."
Sword Douluo looked at Ning Fengzhi with admiration. If it were an ordinary era, Ning Fengzhi could have led the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to the peak. Yet in this age of prodigies, his talents had nowhere to fully shine.
"The so-called soul-hunting plan targets the Spirit Hall's enemies for annihilation. Initially, their targets were us and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. However, due to Dai Yao's intervention, they decided to act against the Clear Sky Sect first," Ning Fengzhi said with lingering fear.
"Thanks to Dai Yao, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect still stands today."
Sword Douluo thought of the young Dai Yao and sighed. "Thankfully, we didn't misjudge him."
"Though it's a pity for Rong Rong..."
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