This does not include the already famous brothers Tang Hao and Tang Xiao.
One sect, seven Douluo.
This terrifying speed of strength improvement was beyond their imagination.
Thinking of the evil cultivation method that Bai He mentioned, a chill ran down their spines.
When Xiao Wu and Er Ming heard that someone was specifically hunting soul beasts to absorb soul power to strengthen themselves, uncontrollable anger instantly welled up in their eyes.
Only Lin Xiao... He was not surprised, but instead was full of doubts.
In his previous life, he felt that the sudden increase in the strength of the Haotian Sect was a bit abnormal, but he did not think deeply about it at that time.
Now listening to Bai He's words, it seems that part of the mystery has been solved.
The Tang family has always acted in a way that puts their own interests first.
Behind the arrogance of "the outstanding fighting soul hammer and the majestic Haotian Sect" is the selfishness and tyranny engraved in the bones.
Back then, he was forced by the Spirit Hall to close the mountain and protect himself, like a stray dog.
Given the huge gap, it seems not impossible to choose to go to extremes and practice evil skills to quickly improve strength.
But what really made Lin Xiao wary was Bai He.
He clearly remembered that in his previous life, Bai He finally chose to submit to Tang San and became a powerful general under his command.
Could it be that at that time, Bai He already knew this shocking secret of the Haotian Sect, but chose to turn a blind eye, or even go along with it?
Or was it because of the flapping of the wings of this reborn butterfly that Bai He discovered the truth in advance in this life?
These two possibilities lead to completely different outcomes.
If it is the former, then Bai He's surrender at this moment is full of calculation and conspiracy.
If it is the latter, then it may be somewhat credible.
These things forced Lin Xiao to treat them with caution. If he took a wrong step, he might fall into an abyss from which there was no escape.
Because he knew that the Haotian Sect was more than just these seven Titled Douluo.
Tang Chen, the ninety-nine-level Extreme Douluo and the legendary old leader of the Haotian Sect, is still alive and well in the Slaughter City.
Thinking of this, Lin Xiao felt extremely cautious. He slowly raised his eyes and fixed his gaze on Bai He.
"Chief Bai! The things you mentioned are too big and too serious."
"Because of the complicated relationship between your Min clan and the Haotian Sect, I will not accept your allegiance immediately."
This was said very bluntly, without any euphemism.
Lin Xiao paused, giving Bai He some time to buffer, and then changed the subject.
"However, if you really want to prove your sincerity, I can give you a chance."
"You can lead your people to stay with me for the time being."
"But I have to be frank."
"During this period, I will not consider you as my own."
"Until one day in the future... you can personally cut off the head of a direct descendant of the Haotian Sect as a token of your loyalty.
"When that time comes, I will naturally truly accept you.
"Of course... If you don't want to accept this condition, I won't force you. You can leave on your own."
These words may sound magnanimous, but they actually contain murderous intent.
Lin Xiao knew in his heart that this last sentence was just empty talk.
If Bai He really chose to refuse, or showed any other abnormalities.
He would take action immediately and bury the patriarch of the Min clan, along with the secrets he knew, here forever.
At this critical juncture, we must never let the Haotian Sect realize our hostility towards them.
Otherwise, subsequent plans will inevitably encounter endless obstacles and troubles.
Fortunately, Bai He did not disappoint him. He bowed solemnly to Lin Xiao again.
"Master Lin, you have given this much thought. I fully understand your concerns."
"I, Bai He...on behalf of the Min clan, accept your terms."
"From now on, if you give us an order, we will obey it. Just take care of our food and drink."
"And... please rest assured, Sect Master Lin. The heads of the Haotian Sect's direct descendants..."
"I, Bai He, swear on my martial spirit that sooner or later I will personally fetch it and present it to Sect Master Lin."
"Killing one person from the Haotian Sect is like saving thousands of people on the continent."
Seeing that Bai He had a high level of ideological awareness, Lin Xiao said no more.
He glanced at everyone and ordered in a deep voice:
"We don't need to worry about the Haotian Sect's affairs for now, and we shouldn't make it public."
"The current priority is still the Blue Lightning Tyrant Clan."
Lin Xiao looked at Yang Wudi and Bai He.
"Senior Yang Wudi and Chief Baihe, you can arrange your clan affairs first and then meet us in Tiandou City on a chosen day."
"Then the next task is that the Poyi Clan must devote all their efforts to refining the various potions needed by spirit masters. This will allow them to be fully prepared for the upcoming war."
"I will do my best to provide all kinds of resources and medicinal materials."
"As for the Min clan, you must focus on gathering evidence of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Clan's wrongdoings. After all, investigation and intelligence are your specialties."
Finally, Lin Xiao looked at the people around him.
"Senior Dugu, Xiao Wu, Er Ming. Let's go back to Tiandou City first!"
"There are still many things I need to prepare in advance so that I can gain an absolute advantage in the next battle."
After everyone nodded, Lin Xiao and his group did not stop at all.
The figure flashed a few times, and then left the village where the Poyi clan was stationed, and rushed towards the direction of Tiandou Imperial City.
Only Bai He and Yang Wudi were left there, and the tense and solemn atmosphere from before seemed to still linger in the air.
Yang Wudi looked at Bai He's slightly heavy face and was the first to speak to comfort him:
"Hey! Old White Bird...don't mind the Sect Master's decision. After all, you are indeed deeply involved with the Haotian Sect."
"Don't worry, old goat. I understand."
"The more Sect Leader Lin acts like this, the more it proves that he is not the kind of person who makes promises easily and then burns bridges after crossing them."
"You have chosen the right leader this time, but my Min clan still needs to work harder."
Then, Bai He paused, frowned slightly, changed the subject, and continued:
"What I'm most worried about now is the old rhinoceros and the old gorilla."
"I haven't told them yet about the Haotian Sect practicing evil skills."
"As for Old Rhino, it shouldn't be a big problem for the two of us to convince him..."
"But Titan... Ouch!"
When it comes to Titan, Bai He's worries grow even more.
After hearing this, Yang Wudi's eyes suddenly became sharp, and a fierce aura emanated from his body.
He replied decisively:
"While we're going to Tiandou City, we can meet the old gorilla."
"If he knew what the Haotian Sect was doing now, he would still be stubborn and choose to help the evildoers."
"I, Yang Wudi, will be the first to kill him with my own hands."
"Brother! When it comes to major issues, we cannot afford to be soft-hearted."
These words were full of murderous intent and without any hesitation.
Upon hearing this, Bai He's body trembled slightly, but he finally nodded.
"Oh! All right. Let's try to convince him as much as we can."
"After all... the friendship we've had for so many years is there."