Chapter 150: Alliance to Resist Spirit Hall
One month later.
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Today was the inauguration ceremony for the new Sect Master.
At this moment, the ceremony had just concluded.
Inside the conference hall.
Ning Fengzhi sat upright in the main seat.
He wore a brocade robe, and although his face looked young, his brow already revealed the composure and dignity of someone who had assumed the highest position.
Seated in the lower positions in order were Sect Master Tang Xiao of the Clear Sky Sect, and Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.
Further down was Prince Xue Xing of the Heaven Dou Empire.
These individuals were the most important guests at this ceremony.
After the ceremony ended, Ning Fengzhi had specifically asked them to stay behind.
It is worth mentioning that in the past, for an event of this magnitude, Spirit Hall would certainly have sent someone to observe the ceremony.
But this time, not even a shadow of anyone from Spirit Hall appeared.
After all, since Su Mo had killed Gu Rong in full view of everyone, the two factions were already openly mortal enemies, so there was naturally no need to continue with superficial pleasantries.
Furthermore, the reason Tang Xiao was able to assume the position of Clear Sky Sect Master now was inextricably linked to Su Mo.
When the news of Tang Hao's death was first conveyed back to the Clear Sky Sect, the old Sect Master was devastated, appearing to age ten years overnight.
Although he did not die from anger, he was physically and mentally exhausted, having no strength left to lead the Sect.
Having no other choice, he could only pass the position of Sect Master to Tang Xiao.
Although Tang Xiao's talent was not as stunning as Tang Hao's, with Tang Hao dead, he was the only one left in the younger generation of the Clear Sky Sect capable of carrying the banner.
To help him improve his strength as quickly as possible, the Sect gave him the last two remaining Legacy Soul Bones to absorb, forcibly pushing his cultivation to the current Realm of an eighty-fifth level Soul Douluo.
"School Master Ning," Tang Xiao spoke first, "I wonder what important matter you have to discuss by asking us to stay?"
Ning Fengzhi said with a solemn expression, "Sect Master Tang, Sect Leader Yu. I presume you have all heard about the battle at the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace some days ago. Spirit Hall Saint Su Mo broke into the imperial palace alone, forcibly demanded the national treasure, and even killed Uncle Gu in public."
He paused, his voice deepening further, "I believe this matter might be a signal that they may take greater actions in the future. If we rely on any single one of us, it will be difficult to resist Spirit Hall alone. Therefore, I invited you all to stay today to discuss the matter of forming an Alliance."
"This Prince agrees!" Prince Xue Xing was the first to respond.
The Heaven Dou Empire and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School were naturally allies that depended on each other.
Although he did not personally experience the battle in the palace, he had been terrified after hearing Emperor Xue Ye's description of it afterwards.
If they did not band together, the Heaven Dou Empire would very likely be swallowed whole by Spirit Hall.
However, Tang Xiao and Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen looked at each other, neither speaking immediately.
The hall fell into a subtle silence.
For the Clear Sky Sect, with the super Douluo Tang Chen presiding, they were not overly afraid of Spirit Hall.
Furthermore, the Clear Sky Sect had always secretly supported the Star Luo Empire and was not on the same path as the Heaven Dou Empire.
As for Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, his thoughts were simpler; he did not want to get involved.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had always followed a path of neutrality.
Once they joined the Alliance, it would be equivalent to tying the entire Sect to a war chariot.
Winning would be good, but what if they lost?
Ning Fengzhi took in the hesitation of the two men, but he was not impatient. Instead, he turned to Tang Xiao, his voice carrying a meaningful tone, "Sect Master Tang, regarding the death of your younger brother Tang Hao, perhaps... there are hidden circumstances."
Tang Xiao frowned sharply, "School Master Ning, what do you mean by that?"
"Does Sect Master Tang remember the incident in Tianxing City?" Ning Fengzhi said unhurriedly, "At that time, Su Mo slaughtered the Zhao family of the City Lord's Mansion in Tianxing City. This matter caused a huge uproar, and I presume the Clear Sky Sect has heard of it. And Tianxing City is not far from Slaughter City. Afterwards, my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Heaven Dou Empire jointly investigated Su Mo's whereabouts, and various signs indicate that it was highly likely he had entered Slaughter City during that period. Otherwise, I truly cannot think of any reason for him to go to such a remote place."
"Moreover, Sect Master Tang, do not forget that back then at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena, your Sect had significant friction with Su Mo. Su Mo is ruthless and vicious. If the two of them truly met in Slaughter City, do you think he would have spared Tang Hao? Although Tang Hao's strength was impressive and he was known as a once-in-a-century Genius of the Clear Sky Sect, Su Mo already possessed a hundred-thousand-year Soul Bone back then, and even defeated Tang Hao in one round at the Great Spirit Arena using a hundred-thousand-year Soul Bone skill. Therefore, it would have been effortless for him to kill Tang Hao in Slaughter City."
Hearing this, Tang Xiao clenched his hands tightly, thinking rapidly in his mind.
Indeed, with Tang Hao's strength, how could he possibly have died at the hands of those scumbags?
If Su Mo had really been to Slaughter City, he certainly would not have spared Tang Hao.
Ning Fengzhi saw that the timing was right and struck while the iron was hot, "Sect Master Tang, if this matter was truly committed by Su Mo, then Spirit Hall is the irreconcilable enemy of the Clear Sky Sect. But forgive my bluntness, it is difficult for the Clear Sky Sect alone to confront the current Spirit Hall head-on. While Senior Tang Chen's strength is peerless in the world, Spirit Hall has the super Douluo Qian Daoliu, plus those Title Elders, and also the unfathomable Su Mo. Only by uniting can we truly have the qualifications to compete with Spirit Hall."
Tang Xiao took a deep breath, suppressing the surging emotions in his chest, and said in a deep voice, "I cannot make the decision on this matter; I need to go back and discuss it with the Elders of the Sect."
"That is only natural."
Ning Fengzhi was happy inside, but his face remained impassive.
He immediately turned his gaze to the silent Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen, "Sect Leader Yu, if Spirit Hall truly makes a big move, it is impossible for the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan to stay out of it. The trend of the world is like a rushing torrent; no one can truly remain aloof. Do not forget how Spirit Hall treated your son, Yu Xiaogang, back then; did they ever give you even a shred of face?"
Hearing this, Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen's hands resting on the armrests tightened slightly.
Ning Fengzhi was right; no matter how disappointing Yu Xiaogang was, he was still his own son.
The humiliation Spirit Hall inflicted upon Yu Xiaogang back then was still fresh in his memory.
It was just that... if they really joined the Alliance and it failed, wouldn't the Legacy of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan be destroyed in one fell swoop?
"I will consider it carefully after I return," Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen said with a complex expression.
Ning Fengzhi knew that being able to speak to this extent today was already a huge progress.
He immediately stood up, a proper smile on his face, "Then I shall await your good news."
"School Master Ning, we shall take our leave." Tang Xiao stood up, his face as gloomy as water, and strode out of the hall.
Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen and Prince Xue Xing also stood up and took their leave one after another.
Ning Fengzhi stood at the entrance of the hall, watching the three leave. The smile on his face slowly faded, and his gaze became calm. He whispered to himself, "Uncle Gu, watch from heaven; Fengzhi will definitely avenge you."
"Fengzhi, do you think they will agree?" Sword Douluo Chen Xin asked in a deep voice.
He had been silently guarding Ning Fengzhi all this time without speaking.
He could fight, but he could not get involved in these matters of dealing with people.
Ning Fengzhi pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "The Clear Sky Sect might agree, but it is hard to say for the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."
"Hmph, do they really think they can stay out of it?" Chen Xin gave a cold snort, his tone carrying a hint of disdain.
Ning Fengzhi chuckled, his gaze deep, "It does not matter. As long as the Clear Sky Sect nods, this Alliance will have the confidence to contend with Spirit Hall. As for Sect Leader Yu Yuanzhen... when the general trend is established, he will naturally make a choice."
Sword Douluo nodded and said no more.
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