Shrek Academy.
Since Tang San had experienced the coup in the Tian Dou Palace, he seemed to have changed significantly. Not only was he completely suppressed during his battle with Qian Renxue, but he was also purely injured in combat.
What shocked him even more was the conversation between Yang Xiong and Qian Renxue.
Recently, especially in the Star Dou Great Forest, Tang San overheard Yang Xiong and Chrysanthemum Douluo discussing the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. At that moment, Tang San was astonished—could it be that the immortal herbs mentioned in the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record truly existed in the world of Douluo?
If it were just Chrysanthemum Douluo talking about it, Tang San might not have thought much of it. But now, hearing Yang Xiong mention giving Qian Renxue a Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, Tang San was both surprised and furious. While others might not know the effects of the Daffodil Jade Flesh Bone, Tang San was fully aware of its power.
At this moment, Tang San was not only astonished but also enraged. He couldn't believe that Yang Xiong possessed multiple immortal herbs. Especially after their recent conversation, it was almost confirmed that Yang Xiong had already consumed the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum.
No wonder Yang Xiong's strength was so formidable—he had achieved an invincible body by consuming the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum.
Moreover, Tang San's trade with Yang Xiong, exchanging the Purple Extreme Demon Eye for the herb, now seemed like a huge loss for Tang San. Yang Xiong had clearly benefited immensely from the deal, even surpassing levels Tang San himself had yet to reach.
Tang San was well-versed in the types and effects of immortal herbs described in the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record. If various immortal herbs truly existed in the world of Douluo, wouldn't that mean there was hope for him to find them too?
Unfortunately, no matter how many books Tang San scoured or how many times he consulted Yu Xiaogang, he couldn't find any information about immortal herbs. It seemed as if they were all just legends. Yet, Yang Xiong and Qian Renxue were living proof of their existence.
However, upon hearing about the Sea God Island, Tang San's eyes lit up. He felt that Sea God Island was his greatest opportunity and the best chance to increase his soul power.
During the Tian Dou Palace coup, Tang San and Tang Hao had provided significant assistance to the Tian Dou Imperial Family. Even Yu Xiaogang and others had helped the Tian Dou Imperial Family.
Emperor Xue Ye personally praised Tang San and Yu Xiaogang, granting them noble titles and rewards. He also promised to support the reconstruction of Shrek Academy.
Unfortunately, despite all this, Tang San had missed out on the crucial Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
As Tang Hao was speaking with Tang San, a black figure appeared outside the room.
When Tang Hao saw who it was, even his usually unyielding eyes filled with tears. He looked incredibly moved.
"Big Brother!"
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao embraced tightly. "Little Brother Hao (Hao Di), you've suffered greatly these years."
Tang Hao's voice trembled slightly: "Big Brother, I'm fine. It's my fault—I've let you down, let the sect down."
Tang Xiao quickly comforted him: "It's all in the past. The sect is doing well now. What happened back then wasn't entirely your fault."
Tang Hao pulled Tang San over: "Xiao San, this is your uncle Tang Xiao, my most respected elder brother."
Tang San immediately bowed: "Tang San greets Uncle."
Tang Xiao nodded, his face showing a trace of satisfaction: "Good. As expected of the son of Hao Di and Ah Yin, you're already so powerful at such a young age. In the future, it will be up to you to bring glory to the Hao Tian Sect."
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The two brothers, reunited after so long, were filled with emotion, as if they had endless words to share.
At this moment, Tang Hao asked with some confusion: "Big Brother, why have you suddenly left the Hao Tian Sect? Has something happened to the sect?"
Tang Xiao shook his head: "The sect is fine. There's an important matter I need to confirm personally, which is why I've left the Hao Tian Sect."
Tang Hao quickly asked: "What is this important matter?"
Tang Xiao's expression turned serious: "Yang Xiong of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect passed a message through Yuehua, saying he knows the whereabouts of our grandfather, Tang Chen. I felt this matter was too significant, so I went to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect personally."
Tang Hao was shocked: "Grandfather? How is this possible? Grandfather has been missing for fifty years, and there hasn't been a single trace of him in the soul master world. How could Yang Xiong possibly know about him?"
Tang San was equally astonished. He had heard about his great-grandfather Tang Chen before—this legendary 99th-level Limit Douluo was akin to a god in the soul master world. How could Yang Xiong have such information?
Tang Xiao shook his head: "I don't know if the message is true or false, which is why I went to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. It seems difficult to verify this information—you'll need to go personally, Hao Di."
Tang Hao quickly responded: "Where exactly is Grandfather? I'll personally investigate his situation."
Tang Xiao appeared unusually serious: "According to Yang Xiong, his grandfather is the King of Slaughter in Slaughter City. Slaughter City is a special place—even I can't enter easily. Only you can freely come and go."
"That's why I came to find you. I want you to go to Slaughter City and confirm this. If it turns out to be our great-grandfather, this might be an opportunity for the Hao Tian Sect."
Tang Hao fell silent for a long time before shaking his head: "Big Brother, this feels strange. Why would Yang Xiong tell you this information?"
"Moreover, I once fought against the King of Slaughter in Slaughter City. His strength is extremely formidable. Even without using soul skills, he could suppress me. His physical strength and constitution are extraordinary—something I've never seen before."
Tang Xiao quickly asked: "Can you confirm if it's our great-grandfather?"
Tang Hao shook his head: "Based on my previous experiences, I can't confirm it. I need to go to Slaughter City again."
Tang Xiao nodded: "Hao Di, I'm sorry to trouble you, but if you can confirm that the King of Slaughter is indeed our great-grandfather, we must find a way to rescue him. With his strength, he could intimidate the Spirit Hall and help us reclaim justice for the Hao Tian Sect."
Tang Hao quickly replied: "Big Brother, I'll prepare to go to Slaughter City immediately. No matter what, I must confirm whether the King of Slaughter is our great-grandfather."
Tang Xiao continued: "Hao Di, wait a moment. There's another matter I'd like to ask you. Think carefully before answering."
Tang Hao looked puzzled: "Big Brother, as brothers, is there anything we can't say directly?"
Tang Xiao's face showed a hint of sorrow but remained incredibly solemn.
"Hao Di, in your battle with Qian Xunji, how badly was he injured? Was he truly mortally wounded?"
Fear flickered in Tang Hao's eyes. His battle with Qian Xunji had been the start of his nightmares and the cause of the conflict with the Hao Tian Sect—a taboo topic for both Tang Hao and the sect.
"Big Brother, why do you suddenly ask this?"
Tang Xiao shook his head: "I recently received information suggesting that Qian Xunji wasn't killed by you but was instead assassinated within the Spirit Hall."
"If this information is accurate, then everything directed against the Hao Tian Sect—and even against you—was part of a massive conspiracy from start to finish."
"The Spirit Hall sacrificed a pope in exchange for our sect's retreat and used the opportunity to develop rapidly for twenty years. Such a scheme is terrifying."
Tang Hao was deeply shocked, and his mind immediately drifted back to that battle, recalling every detail.
Finally, Tang Hao shook his head: "Big Brother, I can't confirm the details of what happened back then. When I fought Qian Xunji and the two Title Douluos he brought with him, I used the Hao Tian Sect's Great Sumeru Hammer, pushing my strength to the limit."
"But at the critical moment, I held back. I didn't truly kill Qian Xunji. Before he left, he even vowed to settle the score with me later."
Tang Xiao's expression darkened: "It seems this information is correct. Considering the Spirit Hall's resources, even if Qian Xunji was severely injured, they wouldn't have let him die under your mercy."
"Moreover, the Spirit Hall has many healing-type experts and soul masters with unique martial souls. They wouldn't allow their pope to fall so easily. It's clear that Qian Xunji's death was suspicious, and the real culprit behind all this is likely the current pope, Bibi Dong."
At this moment, both Tang Hao and Tang San were incredibly agitated. To think that the battle from years ago had been a conspiracy—did that mean Ah Yin's death and the Hao Tian Sect's forced retreat were all orchestrated by the Spirit Hall?
Tang Hao clenched his teeth: "Damn the Spirit Hall, damn Bibi Dong. They're ruthless and merciless."
Tang Xiao sighed: "Hao Di, it's too late now. Qian Xunji has been dead for countless years—it's impossible to verify anything. But the debt the Spirit Hall owes the Hao Tian Sect will eventually be repaid."
Tang Hao nodded: "Big Brother, how is the Hao Tian Sect doing now?"
Tang Xiao smiled: "The Hao Tian Sect is doing better than ever. All five elders have reached the level of Title Douluo. If we add you and me, we won't let the Spirit Hall bully us like before."
Tang Hao was overjoyed: "That's good. I can leave without worry now."
"By the way, Big Brother, I want Xiao San to return to the sect for training. His Hao Tian Hammer still has room for improvement, and since Xiao San has dual martial souls, he will surely raise the Hao Tian Hammer to new heights in the future."
Tang Xiao nodded: "Xiao San is a member of the Hao Tian Sect. Returning to the sect is only natural. If you can confirm that the King of Slaughter is our great-grandfather, not only Xiao San but you, Hao Di, can return to the sect with us."
Tang Hao was delighted: "Big Brother, is this really okay? I'm afraid the five elders might still object."
Tang Xiao's tone grew stern: "The events of the past weren't your fault—it was all part of the Spirit Hall's conspiracy against the Hao Tian Sect. Moreover, we still have many things to do in the future, including the sect's reemergence and dealing with the larger trends in the world. The Spirit Hall clearly has ill intentions—they'll undoubtedly take further actions."
At this moment, Tang San, who had been unusually excited, suddenly spoke: "Father, Uncle, I've decided to go to Sea God Island for training."
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao were both shocked: "Xiao San, do you know what kind of place the Sea God Island is? It's full of danger, and normal people who join the island can never leave. Are you sure about this?"
Tang San quickly asked: "Father, Uncle, do you know about Sea God Island?"
Tang Hao and Tang Xiao exchanged glances. Finally, Tang Hao sighed: "Xiao San, your uncle and I once visited the Sea God Island. The soul masters there are incredibly powerful, and their martial souls and cultivation methods differ from ours."
"Most importantly, the Sea God Island's High Priestess, Bo Saixi, is a 99th-level Limit Douluo. Her strength is unmatched, especially over the sea. Even our grandfather Tang Chen and the Spirit Hall's Grand Worship Qian Daoliu were defeated by her."
"Back then, we were sent by our grandfather to deliver a message to Bo Saixi. After that mission, grandfather disappeared entirely from the soul master world, marking the beginning of the Hao Tian Sect's decline."
Upon hearing this, Tang San's gaze hardened: "Father, Uncle, I feel that the cultivation of Blue Silver Grass isn't progressing as quickly as before, and there are certain limitations. I believe Sea God Island might be my greatest opportunity. I'm confident I'll grow rapidly there."
After hearing Tang San's words, Tang Hao and Tang Xiao exchanged a look of resignation. In the end, they gave Tang San a detailed explanation of Sea God Island, including its taboos and precautions.
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