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In the dense forest three hundred li from Clear Sky City, the disciples of the Four Clans were taking a short rest.
A faint sound of air being torn apart came from the distant sky, and more than ten figures swiftly approached this location; it was Yang Wudi and the others who had escaped.
"Clan Chief!"
"Father!"
Seeing the approaching figures, the members of the Four Clans immediately breathed a sigh of relief. Then, after Yang Wudi put down Peerless Yang from his back, he asked the approaching people:
"Casualties... how many?"
Hearing this, Niu Gao, Tai Tan, Bai He, and the others also stared intently at the clansmen present.
Upon hearing Yang Wudi's words and seeing the expectant look in their eyes, the usually unyielding men instantly had red eyes, with tears glinting, and their voices trembled:
"The casualties were heavy. Nearly a hundred members of the Strength Clan died in battle, and the remaining brothers are all wounded."
"The Speed Clan is about the same, but Brother Bai Xun also..."
"Our Defense Clan lost sixty-two people, and the remaining clansmen are all seriously injured. It will be difficult for them to use their Spirits again in a short period."
"Clan... Clan Chief, our Breaking Clan suffered nearly half dead or wounded!"
Hearing such severe casualties, everyone's eyes were filled with gloom. Yang Wudi himself staggered, almost falling.
"Clan Chief!"
The Breaking Clan members were shocked to see this and were about to help Yang Wudi up.
"Ah—"
Pushing away the clansmen, a distraught Yang Wudi roared towards the sky.
Half of the clansmen! The other clansmen were also all wounded. The Breaking Clan had almost lost two entire generations, and these were the future and foundation of his Breaking Clan, yet now they had tragically died outside Clear Sky City.
"Clear Sky Sect—Tang Xing!"
"Damn Clear Sky Sect, I will never rest until you are dead!"
"Tang Xing! You deserve to die!"
The others also roared in anger. If the Clear Sky Sect hadn't fled on its own, forcing them to hastily break through, their Four Clans wouldn't have suffered such a fate.
The mournful cries echoed through the forest, and the killing intent contained within them sent shivers down one's spine.
After their emotions had somewhat stabilized, the clansmen then asked them, "Clan Chief, are you all right?"
Bai He shook his head upon hearing this. "The powerhouses of Spirit Hall are not someone we can contend with. If a powerhouse hadn't helped us at the critical moment, I'm afraid we would have all been left there."
"Powerhouse?"
Now that Spirit Hall's High Priest had personally come out to target the Clear Sky Sect, and the new Supreme Pontiff Bibi Dong had even ordered to eradicate them, the Spirit Master's world regarded anyone associated with the Clear Sky Sect as if they were avoiding a plague.
Even the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, which had always loudly proclaimed the Upper Three Sects were united, fell silent, and even the Clear Sky Sect itself fled without a fight.
Under such circumstances, who would dare to defy public opinion and offer assistance?
Seemingly sensing everyone's surprise, Niu Gao, who was beside them, also said with a bitter smile, "This person's strength is unfathomable. He casually blocked the killing move of that old man Xiaoxiao. Looking at his strength, he must at least be a Rank 96 Peak Douluo."
"Peak Douluo?"
Everyone present gasped. After a Spirit Master obtained their ninth spirit ring and achieved a Breakthrough to Titled Douluo, they stood at the pinnacle of the Spirit Master's world, their status more noble than kings and comparable to the emperors of the two Empires.
However, Titled Douluo are also divided into three Ranks: Rank 91 to Rank 95 are ordinary Titled Douluo, Rank 96 to Rank 98 are Peak Douluo, and Rank 99 is the legendary super Douluo.
As the top existence among Titled Douluo, a Peak Douluo is already transcendent. Currently, the entire Douluo Continent has not heard any news about a super Douluo for at least twenty years.
Even the Upper Three Sects, which stand at the pinnacle of the Spirit Master's world, currently do not have a single Peak Douluo. Whether it is the Clear Sky Douluo Tang Xing of the Clear Sky Sect, or the Lightning Douluo Yu Yuanzhen of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect, or the Sword and Bone Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, they have all been stuck at Rank 95 and have not broken through.
In fact, after Tang Chen, no Peak Douluo has appeared among the Seven Great Sects for nearly a hundred years.
Now Niu Gao actually said that the one who made a move was a Peak Douluo. How could this not shock everyone?
"Swish—"
Just as everyone was surprised, a black-robed figure appeared before them, scaring the members of the Four Clans into activating their spirit rings.
"Stop! This Senior is the one who helped us outside Clear Sky City. He has shown great kindness to our Four Clans!"
Seeing the approaching figure, Yang Wudi and the others quickly stopped the agitated clansmen, so as not to offend the mysterious person in front of them. Although the other party had helped them escape, it was still unclear whether he was friend or foe.
"Heh, you don't need to flatter me. I made an enemy of Spirit Hall by helping you this time, so naturally, I have a request."
The mysterious person under the black robe chuckled, not bothering to hide it, and spoke directly.
Yang Wudi and the others had expected this. After all, if someone took such a big risk to help, they naturally had something they wanted.
Moreover, at a time like this, it was most reassuring when the other party had a request.
"May I ask what Senior desires? Or what can our Four Clans do for Senior?"
"I want the Breaking Clan's alchemy methods. Also, I just smelled a medicinal scent of vital Qi and blood from this little bird. This item is also what I need."
As soon as the words fell, everyone present's expressions changed drastically. Who didn't know that alchemy was the foundation of the Breaking Clan? Even the Clear Sky Sect had asked for it many times but was never given it. This powerful person actually wanted this item. Given how much the Breaking Clan treasured it, it would be extremely difficult. As for what kind of vital Qi and blood treasure medicine Bai He had, this was beyond everyone's expectations.
"Vital Qi and blood treasure medicine?" Bai He pondered for a moment upon hearing this and guessed what the other party was referring to—the rare medicinal herb "Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng" he had obtained in his early years.
This item was of no great use to him, and he was more than happy to use it to repay this favor now. Thinking of this, a jade box immediately appeared in his hand.
"This item was obtained by this Junior by chance. Since it is useful to Senior, please accept it."
With a sweep of his mental force, the eyes under the black robe immediately shone brightly. He had originally come only for the Breaking Clan's alchemy techniques, but he didn't expect to smell an almost imperceptible fluctuation from Bai He. If his attainments in the Dao of vital Qi and blood weren't astonishing, he probably wouldn't have noticed it.
Taking the jade box, the black-robed man turned his gaze to Yang Wudi and the others. This item was an unexpected surprise, but his true goal for this trip was the Breaking Clan's alchemy methods.
The others also looked towards the Breaking Clan's position, their eyes full of worry.
"Cough—cough—"
Just as everyone was feeling uneasy, Yang Wushuang, who had recovered some Origin Qi, immediately took out two thick books from his spirit tool and respectfully handed them over.
"These are the alchemy methods of our Breaking Clan, as well as some insights this Junior has on alchemy. Please accept them, Senior."
Yang Wudi, who was beside him, also remained silent, tacitly agreeing to this matter. After all, if the alchemy methods were gone, they were gone. As long as the people remained, they could always innovate.
A hint of appreciation flashed in the eyes under the black robe. He took the books and said with a faint smile, "You are very good."
"Senior, you flatter me," Yang Wushuang respectfully replied, then looked at the black-robed man and tentatively asked, "Our Four Clans are now like rootless duckweed. I wonder if Senior can show us a clear path?"
"Qian Daoliu is a Grandmaster of his generation. As long as you don't think about retaliating against Spirit Hall, he won't care about your lives." After a pause, the black-robed man continued, "The Clear Sky Sect has offended too many people in the Star Luo Empire over the years. If you continue to stay here, I'm afraid your situation will be very difficult."
Then he turned around, and his entire being transformed into a streak of light and flew away, leaving only his voice echoing through the forest: "I have said all I can say. Whether to go or stay is up to you."