The surface calm often foreshadows a massive storm to come, and that was exactly the case with Heaven Dou City right now.
The things that the Spirit Hall members had detected, Tang Xiao naturally could sense as well. It was impossible for him not to feel worried about the increasingly dangerous situation. There were quite a few powerhouses in Heaven Dou City. Although he, as a ninety-seventh-level Super Douluo, possessed the ability to protect himself, the problem was that he still had Tang Yuehua and the other members of the Clear Sky Clan as burdens behind him. Once an accident occurred, it was inevitable that he would be distracted.
It was during this period that Tang Yuehua had almost exhausted all of Moon Pavilion's connections. In the end, she truly discovered some clues, but they were about Tang San. A figure at Tang Hao's level was not someone this group could easily track.
Through her in-depth investigation of Tang San's background, Tang Yuehua became more and more excited. Finally, she directly concluded that this Tang San must be her nephew whom she had never met.
After all, just the fact that his father was named Tang Hao and that he possessed the Blue Silver Grass martial soul, yet had astonishing talent, was enough for someone like her, who knew a bit about the inside story, to associate many things. Immediately, she relayed this news to Tang Xiao.
Tang Xiao, who had gradually lost hope as time passed, felt a rare surge of excitement upon hearing the news. However, after learning that Tang San was temporarily staying at the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan with the Shrek group, he frowned slightly.
The relationship between the Clear Sky Clan and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan had been decent two generations ago, but in recent years, the Clear Sky Clan had gone into seclusion, and many connections had been completely severed. He was not sure what attitude the current Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan held toward them. If there was any deviation and trouble arose, it would be no different from playing with fire for them.
After thinking it over repeatedly, Tang Xiao still decided to go to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan to investigate. After all, Tang San was very likely the bloodline of his second brother. Just based on this point alone, as the elder brother, he could not sit idly by.
Although Tang Yuehua was also very worried, she knew she could not stop her elder brother. She could only plead with him to take her along when he went to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan.
The reason Tang Yuehua gave was that if Tang Xiao encountered danger, the Clear Sky Clan disciples in the city would not be able to safely escort her out of the Heaven Dou Empire's territory. It would be better to follow Tang Xiao; at least if something unexpected happened, the brother and sister could face it together…
Although Tang Xiao really did not want to agree, he could not withstand Tang Yuehua's firm attitude and finally consented.
That day, accompanied by a luxurious carriage departing from Moon Pavilion, everything afterward seemed to gradually become more interesting…
…
Naturally, none of this escaped the perception of Shen Hanyu and the others. Coincidentally, Gu Yuena, who had just finished "comprehending the world" in Heaven Dou City, had also rarely taken a break. A few of them exchanged glances and then tacitly chose to watch the show.
The carriage traveled all the way to the foot of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan mountain. The patrolling disciples nearby recognized the Moon Pavilion emblem on the carriage and immediately reported it to Ning Fengzhi and the other two, who were currently drinking afternoon tea in the sect's main hall.
Upon receiving the news, the three of them looked at each other, momentarily at a loss.
Sword Douluo did not say much. A trace of solemnity appeared between his brows as his spiritual power spread out. For a moment, both he and Tang Xiao, who was waiting in the carriage at the foot of the mountain, were slightly startled, a flash of surprise in their eyes.
"No, the visitors are not just that Tang Yuehua. A mere ninth-level soul cultivator from the Clear Sky Clan, how could she dare come to our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan at a time like this? It turns out there is a powerhouse beside her…"
Hearing this, Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo were both slightly stunned. Then Ning Fengzhi spoke:
"A powerhouse? What level of powerhouse? Could it be a Title Douluo from the Clear Sky Clan?"
Sword Douluo nodded, then slowly stood up and said:
"This aura is very strong, even at the same level as mine. It should be a powerhouse that the Clear Sky Clan has nurtured in recent years. The Clear Sky Clan truly hides deeply. Without making a sound, they have accumulated such terrifying strength…"
Bone Douluo also stood up. He was still stuck at the peak of level ninety-five and unable to break through, so he naturally had not sensed the faint aura from the foot of the mountain. If he had successfully entered level ninety-six, with the Bone Dragon martial soul's sensitivity to auras and even space, he would have been able to detect something.
Ning Fengzhi also slowly stood up, then summoned a disciple outside the door and softly instructed:
"Let that carriage come up. Remember to notify those below that there must be no impropriety. Also, receive them with the highest specifications…"
The disciple respectfully agreed and quickly left the Glazed Tile Hall.
Turning around, as if thinking of something, Ning Fengzhi looked at Bone Douluo and said softly:
"Bone Uncle, please go and bring Rongrong and the others over. I think I already know the purpose of these two visitors to the sect…"
Bone Douluo nodded. A pitch-black hole, like a black vortex, appeared in front of him, and he slowly stepped into it. His figure instantly disappeared from the hall.
Ning Fengzhi turned to look at Sword Douluo, nodded, and together they walked out of the hall.
…
The carriage slowly approached. The carriage window curtain was blown open by the wind. In that brief instant, Tang Xiao steadily met Sword Douluo's gaze. A trace of surprise flashed in both their eyes.
Tang Yuehua got out of the carriage first, then performed a standard noble curtsy toward the two. Only then did Tang Xiao slowly step out behind her.
"It has been a long time, Sect Master Ning, Sword Douluo Your Excellency…"
Tang Xiao said loudly in a forthright manner, his expression showing not the slightest trace of nervousness.
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo were both slightly stunned. After a moment, Sword Douluo seemed to recall something and tentatively asked:
"You are Tang Xiao, the elder brother of Heaven Dou Douluo Tang Hao, Screaming Heaven Douluo?"
Tang Xiao nodded slightly, then revealed a smile and said:
"Time has passed, the seas have changed into mulberry fields. I never expected that there would still be a day when we would meet again."
Ning Fengzhi came back to his senses. A flash of surprise passed through his eyes before he smiled and made way, saying:
"So it is Screaming Heaven Douluo. Forgive me for my poor eyesight; I actually failed to recognize you at first glance…"
Tang Xiao waved his hand, not minding it at all.
"Sect Master Ning is too polite. Our Clear Sky Clan has been in seclusion for a long time. The outside world has almost completely forgotten about us. Sect Master Ning is busy with myriad affairs every day; it is normal for your memory to have some lapses…"
Sword Douluo also said with some emotion:
"The reputation that you and your brother Tang Hao made on the continent back then is still deeply etched in my memory even now. Tang Hao broke through to Title Douluo at forty-eight years old. As his elder brother, you probably weren't far behind. And now you even stand at the same level as me. Calling you a genius is truly no exaggeration…"
Tang Xiao chuckled, then waved his hand again and said with some bitterness:
"It is a pity. Neither the sect nor I managed to protect my second brother back then, forcing him to bear such great pressure alone. In the end, I am an unqualified elder brother. Even the sect hid for so many years and only now dares to come out to breathe fresh air…"
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo both sighed softly. Then Ning Fengzhi said:
"This is not the place to talk. Come, let us speak inside the hall…"
Tang Xiao nodded and followed behind Ning Fengzhi and the other two with Tang Yuehua…
On the other side, the Shrek members who were cultivating were interrupted by Bone Douluo, who had hurried over.
Bone Douluo's gaze swept across everyone and finally stopped on Tang San. Although Tang San found it strange, he did not speak. Instead, Xiao Wu behind him was startled, only to discover that Bone Douluo did not even glance at her and directly chose to ignore her.
Ning Rongrong stepped forward and hugged Bone Douluo's arm, then said coquettishly:
"Bone Grandpa, what's the matter again? Could it be that Dad discovered some treasure and wants to share it with us?"
Bone Douluo chuckled, pinched Ning Rongrong's cheek, and then said softly:
"No. An extremely important guest has come to our sect. If nothing unexpected happens, they should be related to your friend."
Upon hearing this, Ning Rongrong pouted and ran to the side, seemingly not very interested.
The others behind her, however, looked at each other, curiosity flashing in their eyes.
Tang San, who was walking at the very back, felt an increasingly strange sensation in his heart. A hard-to-describe feeling told him that this matter was most likely connected to him.
As they entered the hall, everyone's gaze fell on the two people sitting above, conversing with Ning Fengzhi and the others. For a moment, they were all curious.
Only Tang San stiffened violently the moment he saw Tang Xiao, then trembled as he spoke:
"Dad…"
The words had barely left his mouth when Tang San suddenly realized something was wrong. Although the person above only showed his profile, the similarity to his father was at least seventy percent. But upon closer inspection, many differences could still be seen.
The most fundamental difference was the contrast in their temperaments. His father's temperament was cold and hard, while the person before him exuded more majesty and grandeur, like a dormant ferocious beast, terrifying.
Tang Xiao and Tang Yuehua heard the sound, and both turned around. Their gazes landed on Tang San almost without hesitation.
Tang Yuehua stood up excitedly. The moment she saw Tang San, a strange feeling rose in her heart, and for no reason, she felt a sense of closeness. It was an instinct. Almost instantly, she confirmed Tang San's identity.
Tang Xiao also slowly stood up. His majestic figure was as tall and unreachable as a great mountain, but his eyes were fixed firmly on Tang San. The terrifying pressure made Tang San involuntarily take a step back.
As tears first flowed from the corners of Tang Yuehua's eyes, she said with a slight tremble:
"You… are called Tang San?"
Tang San's mood was complicated. The two people before him gave him a very intimate feeling. Clever as he was, he almost instantly thought of something.
"Yes, madam. I am indeed Tang San…"
Tang Yuehua took two steps back, then suddenly grabbed Tang Xiao's arm and said:
"Big Brother, there's no mistake. His eyes are the same as that person's. He must be Second Brother's son, our own nephew…"
Tang San's body trembled violently. The scene before his eyes overlapped, and he said with some excitement:
"What exactly do you mean by that? Are you saying… we are related?"
Tang Yuehua released Tang Xiao's arm, then quickly walked down the steps and came before Tang San. Trembling, she reached out and touched Tang San's cheek, her face covered in tears, and said in a choked voice:
"Little San, I am your biological aunt. The one above is your father's elder brother, also your biological uncle. You are our own nephew. After so many years, this should be our first real meeting…"
Tang San's body stiffened violently. He looked at Tang Xiao on the platform with some disbelief. All kinds of emotions flowed through Tang Xiao's eyes. The next moment, he appeared directly in front of Tang San and nodded heavily.
Thud—
A muffled sound rang out as Tang San, with red eyes, directly knelt down.
Tang San's sudden kneeling startled the Shrek members beside him, who quickly made way. Tang Yuehua was slightly stunned, then hurriedly stepped forward to help Tang San up while saying anxiously:
"Little San, what are you doing? Get up quickly…"
Tang San firmly shook his head and said:
"Aunt, I have learned some of my father's past over the years. This kneeling is something I must do."
Saying this, Tang San collected his emotions and said solemnly:
"Aunt, Uncle, nephew Tang San pays his respects to you…"
After three kowtows, Tang San slowly stood up.
Tang Xiao sighed softly, then stepped forward and patted Tang San's shoulder heavily. The force was so great that Tang San could not help but stagger back a step, but he still endured without making a sound.
"Good boy! You have the appearance of your second uncle when he was young. Although this is our first meeting, I can tell you are a good child. The events of that year ultimately the sect also bears responsibility. The reason your uncle came this time is to take you home…"
As he spoke, a trace of tears seemed to flash at the corners of Tang Xiao's eyes, but it quickly disappeared.
Tang San said with some excitement upon hearing this:
"Then, Uncle, do you know my father's whereabouts? Since we separated, it has been quite some time since I last saw him…"
Tang Xiao was slightly stunned, then said bitterly:
"I didn't expect that even you don't know his whereabouts…"
Ning Fengzhi and the others, who were watching from the side, were stunned for a moment. Then Ning Fengzhi stepped forward and said:
"Screaming Heaven, Your Excellency, our Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan once accidentally learned that Heaven Douluo Your Excellency has appeared multiple times in the northern part of the continent. One of those times was even right here in Heaven Dou City…"
Tang Xiao was slightly stunned, then cupped his hands and said:
"Thank you for the information, Sect Master Ning. If there is any news later, I will definitely come to thank you in person…"
Ning Fengzhi waved his hand and did not say anything more.
Speaking of this topic, complicated emotions filled Tang San's eyes, and his heart seemed to ache inexplicably. But thinking of his father's fame and powerful strength, he quickly dismissed the bad thought.
"Uncle, what did you mean earlier when you said you came to take me home…?"
Tang San seemed to realize something was off and quickly asked.
Tang Xiao sighed softly and said:
"You should already understand your father's origin, right?"
Tang San nodded.
Tang Xiao sighed again and said:
"The two great empires are like fire and water, and our Clear Sky Clan is located in the Star Luo Empire. Given our stance… You should understand…"
As he spoke, Tang Xiao looked at the various expressions on Ning Fengzhi and the others' faces and said solemnly:
"Please rest assured, Sect Master Ning. No matter how powerful the Clear Sky Clan is, we will absolutely not take action against the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. That is our bottom line. But please be careful of Spirit Hall…"
Ning Fengzhi nodded gravely, lost in thought about something.
"Then, Uncle, do you mean to take me back to the Clear Sky Clan…?"
Tang San asked somewhat nervously.
Tang Xiao nodded and said:
"Your second uncle still can protect himself outside, but you are currently only a Soul Venerable. If you really want to come out and gain experience, wait until you break through to Soul King first…"
"No…!"
Tang San said excitedly, but then realized it was improper and softened his tone:
"Uncle, I understand your concern, but I cannot abandon my companions and leave alone. A team should not be like this…"
Tang Xiao's gaze fell on the people behind Tang San, then directly landed on Xiao Wu. The shock in his eyes was almost impossible to hide.
The joy of the recent reunion had somewhat clouded his mind. He had almost failed to notice the existence of this hundred thousand-year-old rabbit, Xiao Wu.
But seeing Xiao Wu nervously hugging Tang San's arm and the way Tang San instantly stepped in front of her, Tang Xiao suddenly found it somewhat amusing. In an instant, he seemed to understand something.
The two brothers had fallen for a hundred thousand-year-old Blue Silver Emperor, and his nephew had fallen for a hundred thousand-year-old Soft Boned Rabbit. Whether this was fate or heaven deliberately making things difficult for them, Tang Xiao felt an indescribable complexity.
Thinking of this, Tang Xiao glanced at Ning Fengzhi and the other three and saw that they made no movements. Only then did he quietly breathe a sigh of relief.
"Little girl, what is your name…?"
Tang Xiao asked softly.
"Se… Senior, my name is Xiao Wu, the 'Wu' from dancing…"
Xiao Wu said somewhat timidly. Even though she knew the person before her was her beloved's biological uncle, she still could not help feeling fear.
"Little girl, you don't need to be nervous. I bear no ill will toward you. Later, I will tell you the truth, and then you will understand…"
Tang Xiao said softly with his hands behind his back. His tone carried a hint of comfort, and the aura around him continuously withdrew, gradually calming Xiao Wu's trembling body.
"Little San, may I see your martial soul…?"
Tang Xiao continued, with a hint of expectation.
"Yes, Uncle…"
Tang San did not hide it. He directly extended his right hand. Accompanied by a burst of blue light, a blue silver grass with some black tint appeared in his hand.
"This is… the bloodline has not fully awakened yet…?"
Tang Xiao slightly reached out his hand, but then slowly withdrew it, murmuring.
A moment later, Tang Xiao came back to his senses and said softly:
"What a pity. If your martial soul bloodline could completely evolve into the Blue Silver Emperor, your talent would rise even further. You might even be able to surpass your father…"
"But right now your martial soul is only Blue Silver Grass. After entering the Soul King level, the impact on your cultivation speed will not be small. Speaking of evolving the Blue Silver Grass martial soul…"
Before Tang Xiao could finish speaking, Tang San said:
"Uncle, I don't only have the Blue Silver Grass martial soul…"
As soon as these words were spoken, the surroundings fell into silence.
Ning Fengzhi and the other two suddenly looked at each other, then thought of the only possibility.
Even Tang Xiao and Tang Yuehua were stunned. Tang Yuehua, who reacted first, suddenly grabbed Tang San's hand and said excitedly:
"Little San, do you mean you possess twin martial souls?"
Tang San hesitated for a moment but still nodded. Lightning flashed on his left hand, and a pitch-black giant hammer appeared. It slammed heavily onto the ground.
"Clear Sky Hammer!"
Tang Xiao and the other five almost spoke at the same time. The shock in their eyes was indescribable as they stared fixedly at the giant hammer in Tang San's hand.
The Shrek members behind them also could not conceal their shock. They had never expected that their companion, whom they had known for so long, had hidden so much. Not only was he the son of the youngest Title Douluo on the continent, Heaven Douluo Tang Hao, but he was also a rare twin martial soul genius.
A moment later, Tang San withdrew the Clear Sky Hammer, but the expressions on the faces around him were varied, with the common point being that they all carried no small amount of shock.
Tang Xiao patted Tang San's shoulder again. This time the force was unprecedentedly strong, causing Tang San to stagger. Then he heard Tang Xiao say:
"Little San… with talent like yours, you can definitely surpass your father. In that case, you must come back to the sect with me. No discussion."
"How about this? As for your companions, if they are willing to go to the Clear Sky Clan with you to study and cultivate, then they can come along. The sect is large enough; there are plenty of places for you to use…"
"After all, young talents like you are the main force to resist Spirit Hall in the future. We are all really getting old…"
Tang Xiao said decisively, having made the decision almost instantly.
He understood too well the upper limit of a twin martial soul genius with innate full soul power. Given time, he was destined to occupy a large territory on the continent in the future. Compared to that, it was completely worth it for the sect to invest some resources to fulfill some of his wishes.
As soon as these words were spoken, the expressions of the people behind varied. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing looked hesitant but seemed to have gained a trace of hope. Ma Hongjun and the others appeared somewhat at a loss as to what to do…
"Never mind. I will give you and Little San one more night to think it over. The current situation is complicated; we must act early. This is already the limit of what I can accept…"
Seeing everyone's expressions, Tang Xiao sighed softly but still made some concessions.
Tang San's eyes showed hesitation, but in the end, he nodded, agreeing.
Tang Xiao looked at Ning Fengzhi and the other three and said solemnly:
"Please rest assured, Sect Master Ning. The Clear Sky Clan will not be enemies with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. That is our bottom line…"
Ning Fengzhi remained silent for a long while before finally nodding gently and saying:
"In that case, you may stay in the sect for the night. With the undercurrents surging in Heaven Dou City right now, every extra moment outside is more dangerous. Inside the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan, it is much safer…"
Tang Xiao did not deny it. After exchanging a glance with Tang Yuehua, he nodded…
After a round of pleasantries, Tang Xiao and Tang Yuehua exchanged a few words and then took Tang San and Xiao Wu to a secluded place, seemingly to explain some things. The remaining people stood in place, somewhat at a loss.
Ning Fengzhi beckoned, signaling Ning Rongrong to come to his side, then said warmly to the others:
"Go back and think it over carefully. No matter what decision you make, it is for your own future. The Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan will not interfere. In the end, all paths can only be walked by yourselves…"
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