The Soul Masters of the Spirit Hall had already fallen into panic, sensing the overwhelming aura of a powerful expert. They all rushed to the plaza.
"That's the Clear Sky Hammer! The Clear Sky Hammer!"
The Spirit Hall in Notting City had one Titled Douluo—the Blind-Eyed Douluo, Su Yuntao.
On the plaza outside the Spirit Hall, Su Yuntao, his lover Lilith, and the Great Soul Master Mashuno, who had once helped Tang San register his Martial Soul, all looked up at the sky in terror.
The massive Clear Sky Hammer, brimming with killing intent, cast an oppressive shadow over the entire Spirit Hall.
The terrifying Soul Power rolled like dark storm clouds.
"It's over! The Clear Sky Sect is truly seeking revenge. They have seven Titled Douluos!"
"Quick, report to the higher-ups!" someone shouted.
"Spirit Hall, die!"
Tang Hao, consumed by fury, could no longer restrain himself.
A black dragon descended from the heavens.
In an instant, the air in Notting City twisted violently. The Soul Masters within the Spirit Hall, locked onto by the Clear Sky Hammer, found themselves unable to move.
The colossal hammer struck.
The towering dome-shaped structure of the Spirit Hall, dozens of meters high, was instantly reduced to dust.
The Spirit Hall in Notting City was obliterated, and everyone inside—including the Blind-Eyed Douluo—was slaughtered, with none escaping.
Tang Hao's bloodshot eyes gradually regained clarity.
Notting City housed the Spirit Hall closest to A Yin's hiding place.
If he wanted to vent his rage, this was the natural choice.
"No, destroying just the Notting City branch isn't enough. I can't let them have any chance of connecting this to Xiao San.
Since I've already acted, I might as well go all the way."
A cold glint flashed in Tang Hao's eyes as he decisively expanded his rampage across the Fasenor Province and its neighboring provinces.
This day would later be known as the Darkest Day by the Spirit Hall.
Nine Spirit Hall branches were completely annihilated.
Over five hundred Soul Masters perished!
The severity of the situation, combined with the already widespread rumors of the Clear Sky Sect leveling the Spirit Hall, sent shockwaves across the continent like a whirlwind.
After slaughtering so many, Tang Hao was well aware of the grave consequences. He immediately slipped away in secret, heading straight for the Clear Sky Sect.
He feared retaliation from the Spirit Hall against his sect.
But what he didn't know was that shortly after the news of the Clear Sky Sect's seven Titled Douluos had spread, the sect had already faced severe sanctions and attacks from the Spirit Hall.
The entire Clear Sky Sect was now under lockdown—no one could enter or leave.
The Spirit Hall was also on a killing spree, slaughtering all officials and soldiers overseeing the Soul Hunting Forests.
Bibi Dong was equally furious. At this critical moment of her control and expansion of the Spirit Hall, she would never allow the Clear Sky Sect to rise again.
Both sides were consumed by rage, and like fire meeting gunpowder, the conflict rapidly escalated.
The political landscape of the entire continent was rapidly shifting due to Dugu Feng's two actions.
Meanwhile, in a hotel room within the supply town outside the Star Dou Great Forest...
After several days, all fluctuations around Dugu Feng finally subsided.
"Level 36!" Dugu Feng marveled, having risen two full Soul Power levels in one go.
He recalled that when Tang San had absorbed this Soul Bone, the Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone had helped him unblock his Eight Extraordinary Meridians.
Yet, his Soul Power level hadn't increased at all.
Now, as Dugu Feng sensed the meridians within his body—connected to heaven and earth, bridging the internal and external—he realized his Eight Extraordinary Meridians must have been unblocked as well.
It must be understood that his body, having been nurtured by the Core Pearl and tempered by poison outbreaks since the age of four, undoubtedly surpassed the effects of Tang San's Mysterious Heaven Technique. His foundation was even more solid than Tang San's.
The unblocking of his Eight Extraordinary Meridians was only natural.
The increase in his Soul Power Level was an unexpected delight.
Indeed, his original level was merely that of a Soul Expert. The energy from the Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone only needed to be slightly channeled into his Soul Power to raise him by two levels.
Seeing their master awaken, the two Emerald Dragon Snakes flicked their tails and coiled around Dugu Feng's wrist.
Dugu Feng leaped to his feet in one swift motion.
He took a few steps back and forth, stretching his limbs.
He felt invigorated and refreshed.
"Young Master..."
As if sensing Dugu Feng's movements, Old Scorpion called out from outside the door.
"Come in, Old Scorpion!"
Old Scorpion entered, carrying a tray of steaming hot dishes.
"Young Master, you must be exhausted from your cultivation. These are specialty dishes from this inn. Please enjoy!"
Old Scorpion arranged plate after plate of meat dishes on the table.
Dugu Feng naturally didn't stand on ceremony.
As he ate, he asked, "Any news from outside?"
"Heh heh!"
Old Scorpion grinned slyly. "Young Master, the outside world is in an uproar!
The clan has sent word—the Spirit Hall has made its move.
Two Titled Douluo from the Spirit Hall directly intervened, eliminating many officials and military personnel in the Soul Hunting Forests.
They've also issued warnings to the Heaven Dou Imperial family and various factions: anyone who aids the Clear Sky Sect will be considered an enemy of the Spirit Hall and face severe retaliation.
Moreover, there are rumors that the Pope of the Spirit Hall has left Spirit City with a group of Titled Douluo, and their whereabouts are unknown.
They've been missing for two months now. It's highly likely they're heading for the Clear Sky Sect!"
Dugu Feng, who had been chewing on a large piece of braised pork, froze.
Bibi Dong was making such bold moves?
"Two months have already passed. It seems Bibi Dong has no intention of storming the Clear Sky Sect. Otherwise, the battle would be over by now."
Dugu Feng pondered thoughtfully.
"The Clear Sky Sect's mountain gates are sealed within a range of steep peaks—easy to defend, hard to attack. Moreover, they have several Titled Douluo.
If they were truly to be assaulted, the losses would be immense. The Spirit Hall's Pope must be aiming to completely blockade the Clear Sky Sect or lure its members out of their mountain stronghold."
Old Scorpion speculated as well.
Dugu Feng agreed. Bibi Dong was still undergoing her divine trials during this period, far from reaching her peak strength.
She wouldn't engage in an all-out battle with the Clear Sky Sect.
She controlled the Elders Hall, while Qiandao Liu commanded the Hall of Worship. If her forces suffered heavy losses, how could she remain Pope?
"By the way, Young Master, there's another major incident—one that just occurred.
Near Nuoding City, Spirit Hall outposts have been attacked one after another, with no survivors. Witnesses in the vicinity only saw a black dragon descending from the sky, resembling the Clear Sky Hammer.
Some speculate it was the Clear Sky Sect making their move!"
Old Scorpion said meaningfully.
For some reason, he felt this incident was definitely connected to the Young Master.
After all, the Young Master had been active near Nuoding City, and shortly after his departure, these events unfolded.
His curiosity burned like a cat's claws, eager to know more.
"Haha, that must be Tang Hao—the once-renowned Haotian Douluo making his move. It's bound to be extraordinary!"
"Tang Hao!" Old Scorpion's expression shifted dramatically.
This was a legendary figure from their generation. He and Tang Hao were nearly the same age.
The only difference was that Tang Hao was a Titled Douluo.
While he had only just reached Soul Saint.
"That Tang San we've been keeping an eye on is Tang Hao's son. He's currently studying at Shrek Academy."
Tang Hao would naturally protect him, so I took the opportunity to raid his home and framed the Spirit Hall for it. How could he not be furious?
How could he not be enraged?
Hahaha!"
Dugu Feng viciously tore into a piece of meat, laughing heartily.
Old Scorpion was utterly dumbfounded.
"Tang Hao's son? Young Master, your audacity is truly beyond measure! Aren't you afraid Tang Hao might find out?"
Old Scorpion pondered for a moment, suddenly feeling a chill of fear.
What if Tang Hao hadn't gone to Shrek Academy?
He thought he had already overestimated the Young Master's boldness, but it turned out the Young Master's daring far exceeded his imagination.
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