The Heaven Dou Emperor was very clear in his heart that with the world's number one sect, the Clear Sky Sect, as well as the assistance of Ning Fengzhi and the Title Douluos of Sword and Bone, Heaven Dou City was like an impregnable fortress.
Therefore, without hesitation, he promised Tang San and his clan wealth, status, and power.
He believed that those would be enough to move them.
Rather than hiding away in the deep mountains, it was better to take a chance.
After all, their common enemy was Spirit Hall.
Soon after, Tang San and his group left the imperial palace and returned to the academy.
Yu Xiaogang and Tang San, master and disciple, had a private conversation inside a room.
Tang San told Yu Xiaogang the story of how Ning Fengzhi had rescued the Heaven Dou Emperor.
After hearing this, Yu Xiaogang was greatly shocked.
"I didn't expect that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda would have such magical powers. No wonder it's the number one auxiliary martial soul in the world."
"Yes, although it's strange, the effect is quite remarkable."
"Now that the Heaven Dou Emperor has awakened, we have hope. Xiao San, when do you plan to return to the Clear Sky Sect?"
"In the next two days."
Yu Xiaogang sighed and said:
"Your father and I, both being exiled from our sects, have always carried our sects in our hearts. This time, he is willing to set aside his grudges and return with you to the sect to ask for forgiveness. It takes immense courage. I truly admire him, and I envy him. At least he can still see his family, whereas I can only carry my lifelong guilt and regret."
"Teacher, no one can predict the unexpected. I hope you look ahead. You and Teacher Liu Erlong are still here, and the hope of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan family still exists, right?"
Yu Xiaogang felt a little embarrassed.
Liu Erlong was his cousin, and both of them had mutated martial souls. He couldn't predict what kind of abnormal offspring they might produce.
But theoretically, it certainly wouldn't be someone with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan martial soul.
"Xiao San, let's not talk about that for now. The Clear Sky Sect is full of people with pride. Persuading them to descend the mountain is definitely not an easy task. I hope you succeed."
"Teacher, no matter what, I will make it happen."
"Mm, I believe you."
The next day.
After being summoned by the Heaven Dou Emperor, Tang San came to the imperial palace once again.
The Heaven Dou Emperor's condition looked much better than yesterday.
"Tang San, you have saved me, so I will reward you with a treasure. When you return with your clan, I will reward you further."
As soon as the Heaven Dou Emperor finished speaking, a servant came forward, holding a brocade tray and placed it in front of Tang San.
On the tray was a red cloth, beneath which was something protruding, but it was unclear what it was.
"Tang San, quickly open it and take a look."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Tang San carefully lifted the red cloth.
Immediately, a brilliant light enveloped the entire palace.
Looking at the translucent, triangular sapphire, Ning Fengzhi also revealed an envious expression.
Tang San was overjoyed.
"Your Majesty, what is this?"
The Heaven Dou Emperor smiled faintly.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, such enormous powers, could be easily eradicated by Spirit Hall.
Under the powerful intimidation of Spirit Hall, the Heaven Dou Empire had reached a critical point, and sending this national treasure to Tang San was also out of necessity.
After all, standing behind Tang San were the renowned Clear Sky Douluo and the world's number one sect, the Clear Sky Sect.
The Heaven Dou Emperor was still hoping that the Clear Sky Sect would come out of seclusion to protect the capital, Heaven Dou City.
Tang San possessed twin martial souls and had already reached the Soul Emperor rank at the age of nineteen, undoubtedly possessing enormous potential. In the future, he could possibly become the new sect master of the Clear Sky Sect.
Moreover, he could create various lethal hidden weapons.
If those hidden weapons were used to arm the military, it would surely greatly enhance the empire's military strength.
The Heaven Dou Emperor giving such a precious gift was also to show the sincerity of his recruitment to the Clear Sky Sect.
"Tang San, this object is called the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud. It is also a type of soul tool. It has many mysterious uses, and after you return, you will naturally understand by infusing your soul power into it."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
"This is what you deserve. When do you plan to depart for the Clear Sky Sect?"
"Your Majesty, I will leave tomorrow."
"Good, I will wait for your good news."
Tang San could feel that this treasure was extremely precious to the Heaven Dou Emperor.
He also understood the Heaven Dou Emperor's intentions and happily accepted this olive branch.
After returning to Shrek Academy, Tang San eagerly infused his soul power into the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud, trying to understand it.
After some experimentation, he merged with the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud and gained four skills: Vast Sea Protection Dome, Cosmic Statis Barrier, Vast Sea Wild Wave, and Cosmic Magic Breaker.
The power of these four skills was proportional to his soul power.
Tang San was overjoyed.
He felt that the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud was practically a divine-grade soul tool, greatly enhancing his combat skills and providing him with a better chance of escaping when facing powerful enemies.
The next day, Tang San went to the agreed location to meet Tang Hao, and together they set off for the Clear Sky Sect.
On the other side.
In Spirit City, in the Hall of the Pope.
After listening to Gui Mei's report, Bibi Dong coldly said:
"I knew it. You all came up empty-handed. I wonder if that rabbit and that Hundred-thousand-year soul beast are still in the center of the Star Dou Forest."
"Your Majesty, we encountered Tang Hao and Tang San in the Star Dou Forest."
"What?!"
Bibi Dong was shocked upon hearing this.
After the Soul Master Competition, there had been no news of Tang Hao and his son for years, yet they had appeared in the Star Dou Forest.
Yue Guan continued:
"Your Majesty, we intended to kill them both, but Tang Hao seemed injured and only swung his hammer once before fleeing."
"Is that so? Looks like he was severely injured last time."
Bibi Dong sneered coldly, feeling she had regained some face.
"Your Majesty, Tang San looks different; he is a completely changed person."
"That's not surprising. After all, he is an anomaly, a bastard born from the combination of a human soul master and a soul beast."
"Your Majesty is right."
Bibi Dong paused, then ordered:
"The appearance of Tang Hao and his son in the Star Dou Forest is no coincidence. They may be heading to Heaven Dou City. After Tang San's appearance, he may seek out that rabbit. Send orders to the Spirit Temple branch in Heaven Dou City to closely monitor the movements of Yu Xiaogang and Shrek Academy. If Tang San is found, report immediately."
"Yes."
"Also, issue a new order to reselect the Seven Great Sects."
"Yes."
Bibi Dong suddenly remembered Yan.
"Has there been any news of Yan after all this time?"
"Your Majesty, there is still nothing."
"Then send someone to find him."
"Yes."
Several days later, a confidential document arrived from the Spirit Temple branch in Heaven Dou City. The Emperor had fully recovered.
This news was unfavorable to the Spirit Temple.
Originally, the Emperor was bedridden, and the Heaven Dou Empire was almost entirely in Qian Renxue's grasp. But this sudden change had occurred.
Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong's heart lifted with joy.
"Qian Renxue, you are still too inexperienced. After lurking in the Heaven Dou Empire and plotting for so many years, what good did it do? Since you cannot take it down, let me handle it. No one will shake my position in Spirit Hall, not even the young master. Hahaha."
In the Ice Bound Forest.
With the help of the Taiji cultivation method and the excellent training environment of the Ice Bound Forest, Ye Lingling, after over a year of diligent cultivation, finally broke through to level 60.
Yan and Shui Bing'er assisted Ye Lingling in finding a suitable soul beast to help her obtain her sixth soul ring.