SWDnovel Chapter 271 Creating the Soul Palace! Heading to the Clear Sky Sect?
Chapter 271 Creating the Soul Palace! Heading to the Clear Sky Sect?
Chapter 271 Creating the Soul Palace! Heading to the Clear Sky Sect?
The mirror reflected her stunningly beautiful eyes, which had suddenly lifted, and the two uninvited guests who had abruptly appeared behind her, exuding an aura of blood and slaughter.
As she slowly turned around, the beautiful woman's gaze pierced through the swirling dust and finally landed on the tall figure who, though weathered and worn, still retained a familiar outline. With a clatter, the jade comb in her hand fell to the polished floor.
Her lips trembled slightly, and a name, almost buried deep within her years, escaped her lips with endless complex emotions:
"Hao!?"
Looking at the beautiful woman before him, her former elegance gone and tears streaming down her face, Tang Hao's sharply defined features seemed to soften slightly. He sighed softly and said:
"It's me, Yuehua. You don't recognize me, do you?"
On his face, Tang San actually saw a long-lost expression, almost self-mocking.
Looking at the incredibly weathered man before her, Tang Yuehua's lips trembled violently, and the longing and grievances accumulated over twenty years burst forth at this moment.
A moment later, she could no longer maintain her usual elegance, and suddenly threw herself into Tang Hao's arms, bursting into tears.
After a long while, Tang Yuehua's crying gradually subsided, turning into low sobs. She slowly raised her head and looked deeply at Tang Hao, as if she wanted to etch his weathered face into her heart.
Then, she turned her gaze to Tang San, who was standing silently to the side, and asked with a heavy nasal tone, "Who is he? Your son with her?"
Tang Hao nodded silently.
"Brother," Tang Yuehua said, her voice choked with emotion.
"How...how did you become like this?"
Tang Hao forced a smile, trying to ease the tension: "Silly girl, when did you become so prone to crying? This isn't like the proud little princess I remember."
Tang Yuehua retorted angrily, "It's all because of you! How many years has it been? You haven't sent a single word! Do you know how worried I was?!"
Tang Hao fell silent. He sat down next to Tang San, head bowed, and after a long while asked softly in an almost hoarse tone, "Big brother... is he alright?"
Tang Yuehua paused for a moment, a complex look flashing in her eyes, and slowly shook her head, saying, "I don't know. You know my brother, he keeps everything to himself."
Upon hearing this, Tang San keenly sensed that his father's body suddenly stiffened.
"I have let the sect down." Tang Hao's voice was low and hoarse.
Tang Yuehua sighed softly, "What's the point of saying all this now? Second brother, you've finally come back, and I absolutely refuse to let you leave again. You must come back to the sect with me. Eldest brother... he's always thinking of you!"
Tang Hao shook his head with a bitter smile, his smile full of vicissitudes, and said, "Go back? I have long been expelled from the sect and am no longer a member of the Haotian Sect. What face do I have to go back? Yuehua, although I have let the sect down, I... do not regret what I did back then."
He paused here, then changed the subject with a hint of concern.
"Is my older brother still unmarried?"
Tang Yuehua's face darkened, a layer of frost settling over her elegant features. She said:
"My elder brother isn't as emotional as you. He's more responsible and has a stronger sense of duty than you! Everything in the sect depends on him. The burden on his shoulders is too heavy... He can only silently commemorate and cherish the unspeakable feelings in his heart by not getting married."
"Second Brother, do you really... really not want to return to the sect?"
Upon hearing this, Tang Hao stood up and slowly walked to the center of the hall. With his back to Tang Yuehua, his broad back appeared extremely lonely and desolate: "Yuehua, my heart is dead. The moment A Yin sacrificed herself, my heart went with her, and I can no longer rekindle even a trace of the drive I once had."
"As for the sect, there's nothing I can do to help now. I don't want to apologize, and I'm ashamed to say it to my elder brother. I believe he understands my predicament and my choice."
Immediately afterwards, he slowly turned around, his gaze first falling on Tang San, then returning to Tang Yuehua, his expression becoming solemn, and said:
"Yuehua, I brought my mistress to see you this time mainly because I have two requests."
"First, in order to improve her strength, Xiao San went to the Killing City. Although her strength has greatly increased, she has accumulated extremely terrifying killing intent in her body, which has affected her mind and makes her lose control from time to time."
"Your talent lies in the unparalleled methods of cultivating one's mind and character across the continent. I hope you can help him learn how to control this murderous aura."
"Secondly, after he has controlled his murderous aura, I hope... you will take him back to the Haotian Sect to acknowledge his ancestors and return to the clan. Xiao San is only fifteen years old this year, but his soul power has already broken through level sixty. He is a genius that is unique in the entire continent. I think that with his talent and potential, the sect... should be willing to accept him. This is the only thing I... can do for the sect."
"Furthermore, you must be wary of the Spirit Hall! When Xiao San and I arrived, we heard that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had been wiped out, and two of the three upper sects were gone. The Spirit Hall's wolfish ambitions are now crystal clear! Their next target is very likely the Clear Sky Sect! The sects must prepare as soon as possible and must not harbor any illusions!"
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Meanwhile, at Tianxing Academy, in the council hall.
The academy, having survived the great war, is being rebuilt in an orderly manner.
At this moment, only Dugu Bo and Tang Chuan were in the hall.
The atmosphere here was completely different from the somber and melancholic mood of Yuexuan; it was filled with a sharp spirit of planning for the future.
"Old monster, the academy is good, but its scope is limited. I think it's time to create a sect of our own," Tang Chuan said solemnly, looking at the old man who was both a teacher and a friend.
Upon hearing this, Dugu Bo raised an eyebrow, a glint of light flashing in his dark green snake eyes, and said:
"Founding a sect? Kid, you have quite the ambition. But with your current strength and reputation, you're certainly qualified. However, this will be no easy task."
Tang Chuan smiled slightly, his eyes sincere, and said, "Precisely because it's not easy, I need partners I can absolutely trust. Old monster, it's time for you to know some things."
In the following days, Tang Chuan no longer concealed anything.
He recounted his true identity, Xiao Ruier's true origins, and the astonishing adventures he had experienced in the Star Dou Great Forest and other places over the past few months. He explained in detail how he obtained a million-year soul ring and how he formed an alliance with ferocious beasts like Di Tian.
As Tang Chuan recounted the story, Dugu Bo's expression gradually changed from surprise to shock, and finally he was dumbfounded.
Having lived for so many years, he believed he had seen countless storms, but everything Tang Chuan had experienced completely overturned his understanding.
That's how it is.
After Tang Chuan finished speaking, he picked up his teacup and took a sip, giving Dugu Bo time to process it.
Dugu Bo remained silent for a long time, finally letting out a long sigh, rubbing his temples, and said with a wry smile, "This...this is truly unbelievable! A million-year soul ring, the overlord of the Star Dou Great Forest...Kid, your experience is even more outrageous than a mythological script!"
He suddenly raised his head and looked at Tang Chuan, his eyes flashing with excitement and understanding.
"No wonder! No wonder your spirit rings are so monstrous, and your strength has increased so terrifyingly! It turns out you have the entire spirit beast force of the Star Dou Great Forest backing you!" He suddenly seemed to have thought of something crucial, leaning forward and speaking with a hint of impatience:
"By the way, kid, since you're going to create a sect, have you decided on a name for it? It's the sect's reputation, extremely important!"
Upon hearing this, Tang Chuan remained silent for a moment, tapping his fingers lightly on the table. A glint of disdain flashed in his eyes. At this moment, he recalled the powerful figures of Di Tian, Bi Ji, and the Demon King, as well as the posture of the Crimson King prostrating himself at his feet, and a surge of heroic spirit welled up within him.
"Our main force, or rather, our strongest backing, basically comes from soul beasts," Tang Chuan said slowly, his voice steady and powerful. "The Hall of Soul Beasts, the place where all souls return... how about we call it the Hall of Souls?"
"Soul Palace..." Dugu Bo repeated the name in a low voice, savoring it.
The name sounds simple, yet it carries a mysterious, ancient, and powerful aura. Suddenly, he slapped his thigh, and his eyes blazed with green light.
"Alright! Soul Palace! This name is imposing and unique enough! It's settled then!"
Just then, a steady footstep sound came from outside the council hall.
The two stopped talking and looked towards the door.
Ning Fengzhi walked in slowly, a hint of worry on his face. He first nodded to Dugu Bo and Tang Chuan, then got straight to the point:
"Poison Douluo, young friend Tang Chuan, I apologize for disturbing you."
"I just came from the palace. His Majesty has an important matter to entrust to me."
"Oh? What are your orders, Your Majesty?" Dugu Bo composed himself and asked seriously.
Ning Fengzhi said with a solemn expression:
"His Majesty is deeply concerned about the growing threat posed by the Spirit Hall. The Empire and our current remaining strength are probably insufficient to resist it. His Majesty hopes that we can act as envoys of the Empire and make a trip to the Clear Sky Sect."
He paused here, his gaze sweeping over Tang Chuan and Dugu Bo.
"His Majesty's intention is to see if we can persuade the Clear Sky Sect to join us in fighting against the Spirit Hall! This matter concerns the future of the Empire and even the entire continent. His Majesty specifically ordered me to come here to earnestly request that the Heavenly Path Academy send core members to accompany us in persuading them. After all, young friend Tang Chuan's current reputation and strength might increase our chances of success."
Upon hearing this, the hall immediately fell silent.
Heading to the Haotian Sect?
Coincidentally, on the other side of the city, in the Moon Pavilion, several other people were also discussing their upcoming trip to the Haotian Sect.
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