Apprentice Fellow Daoist Wants to Challenge Tang Chen?

Spirit City, Papal Palace.

"What did you say?"

"The Clear Sky Sect... has announced its return to the world?"

Bibi Dong's delicate brows furrowed slightly, her voice carrying a trace of barely detectable gravity.

Yue Guan bowed respectfully and replied, "Reporting to Your Excellency the Pope, according to information from our spies, it seems Tang Chen has returned."

"Tang... Chen..."

At the mention of this name, a deep wariness flashed through Bibi Dong's eyes.

Among the powerhouses on the continent who had reached the Titled Douluo realm, there was no one who did not know Tang Chen's name.

The Clear Sky Sect's status as the number one sect in the world had been hammered out by him alone, with a single hammer, from mountains of corpses and seas of blood.

Otherwise,

judging solely by the sect's overall strength, the Clear Sky Sect might not even compare to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Yet what vaguely unsettled Bibi Dong was that ever since the strange celestial phenomenon appeared that day, the situation across the entire continent had become increasingly unpredictable.

The resurrected Sword Master Chen Xun, the mysterious figure who called himself the Lord of the God Realm, and Tang Chen, who had vanished for years only to suddenly reappear...

In just a few short months,

one continent-shaking upheaval after another had occurred in rapid succession, as though an invisible hand were silently controlling everything from behind the scenes.

Most crucially,

with Tang Chen's return, the Soul Hunting Plan would be almost impossible to continue...

Bibi Dong slowly tightened her grip around the Pope's scepter.

That was Tang Chen...

Even if six or seven Titled Douluo joined forces, they might not be a match for Tang Chen.

And beyond that,

the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had Sword Master Chen Xun behind them, another Level 99 Peerless Douluo.

If they sent troops to launch a surprise attack,

they might end up being wiped out instead.

Though unwilling, Bibi Dong knew how to weigh priorities.

"Send word... the Soul Hunting Plan will be postponed for now. We will discuss it again when the time is right."

"Yes, Your Excellency the Pope."

Worship Hall.

"Tang Chen... has returned?"

Qian Daoliu looked at the soldier reporting the news, his expression one of surprise.

Tang Chen had disappeared for many years. Qian Daoliu had long believed that he had died during the divine trial.

"Could this also be the work of that person Chen Xun mentioned?"

During Chen Xun's battle with Qian Daoliu, he had mentioned a certain person more than once.

That person had resurrected Chen Xun and allowed him to break through to the Level 99 Peerless Realm.

If it was that person,

then resurrecting Tang Chen into this world would not be particularly surprising.

"Tang Chen, it has been many years since we last met. I wonder whether your strength has improved or declined."

"I think that day will come very soon."

The Clear Sky Sect's return and Tang Chen's reappearance instantly shocked the entire continent, and every major force began making preparations.

This was a living Level 99 Peerless Douluo!

If they could obtain his protection,

then they would at least have no worries for the rest of their lives.

Star Luo Imperial Palace, inner hall.

"Ha ha—ha ha ha—! Heaven blesses Star Luo, Heaven blesses me!"

The Star Luo Emperor's laughter rolled through the hall like muffled thunder, echoing endlessly between the gilded beams and pillars.

Just a short while ago, he had still been hoping for Tang Chen's return.

Who would have thought that such a distant fantasy would become reality in the blink of an eye!

With the generations-long friendship between the Star Luo Empire and the Clear Sky Sect as its foundation,

he was certain that the Clear Sky Sect would stand on Star Luo's side.

"So what if the Heaven Dou Empire has the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and Chen Xun?"

The Star Luo Emperor stood with his hands behind his back, a sharp gleam flashing through his eyes.

"From today onward, my Star Luo Empire also has the Clear Sky Sect, and more importantly, Tang Chen!"

At that moment,

he seemed to see the empire's territory expanding without end.

"Weiss!"

He spun around abruptly, his sleeves billowing.

"Prepare a carriage immediately, and select several treasures from the imperial treasury."

"I am going to the Clear Sky Sect in person!"

His words were decisive and beyond question.

"Yes, Father!"

Dai Weisi accepted the order solemnly.

The entire continent fell into a frenzy over the news of Tang Chen's return.

This was precisely what Chen Luo wanted to see.

Inside the bookstore, Chen Luo had already returned from the City of Slaughter some time ago.

He leaned against the counter, his calm gaze fixed on the upper-right corner of the Myriad Laws Mirror's screen.

There, the number representing Shock Value was skyrocketing at an astonishing rate.

Two billion!

And it was still continuing to surge.

Compared to the Spring of Life that had cost only three hundred million Shock Value to save Tang Chen, this profit was simply enormous.

It had even cost far less than the Shock Value spent to resurrect Chen Xun back then.

However...

This was only the beginning.

The news of Tang Chen's return alone could stir up such waves. If this former Clear Sky Douluo were to personally create new turmoil across the continent, what kind of spectacle would that be?

"It is time to give them new missions."

Chen Luo lightly tapped the tabletop with his fingertips, a faint smile flickering in his eyes.

At the same time,

the God Realm Preliminary Group was already bustling with activity.

Apprentice Yearning for the Way of the Sword: @all members Have you all heard, fellow Daoists? Tang Chen has returned!

So Handsome They Chop Me: I only learned of it today.

Apprentice Yearning for the Way of the Sword: Huh? When did you return, Senior?

So Handsome They Chop Me: I only finished handling some trivial matters yesterday. I have not paid attention to the group chat recently. When did a new fellow Daoist join the group?

Not Just Targeting the Poison God: The new fellow Daoist joined only a few days ago. But Tang Chen has returned? This old man has been cultivating in seclusion in his residence these past few days and has not paid attention to outside affairs.

On the other side of the screen,

Tang Chen watched the constantly scrolling messages in the group, and the corners of his mouth unconsciously lifted slightly.

After so many years of silence,

he had not expected the continent to still remember his name.

He was looking forward to seeing how everyone would discuss his return, but Chen Xun's next message made his expression turn grave.

Apprentice Yearning for the Way of the Sword: I thought I would never have another chance to see Tang Chen in this life. Now that Tang Chen has returned, I must fight him again and wash away the humiliation of that year! (fist) (fist) (fist)

The moment this message appeared, Dugu Bo froze.

Fight Tang Chen?

Could this "Apprentice" fellow Daoist... not be a junior of the continent?

After all, anyone who could have fought Tang Chen back then must belong to a generation far above his own.

And their strength absolutely could not be underestimated. At the very least, they had to be a renowned figure on the continent!

"Who could it be?"

Dugu Bo frowned slightly as he began to ponder.

Just then, Tang Chen took the initiative to send a message in the group.

Never Stop Here: @Apprentice Yearning for the Way of the Sword, judging by what you said, could it be that you have a grudge against Tang Chen?

Apprentice Yearning for the Way of the Sword: It does not count as a grudge. It is just that after losing to Tang Chen in a sparring match back then, my Dao heart shattered. Fortunately, Realm Master helped this old man regain his confidence.

Now that Tang Chen has returned, this old man naturally cannot miss the chance. At the very least, I must put an end to what happened back then!

So Handsome They Chop Me: Fellow Daoist is truly bold! (clasped hands)

Not Just Targeting the Poison God: (clasped hands) +1

Never Stop Here: (clasped hands) +1

After hesitating for a moment, Tang Chen also tapped out a +1.

Based on this person's messages, he searched through his memories at lightning speed, trying to find some clue.

But,

he had been invincible throughout his life and defeated countless opponents.

There were far too many people who had sparred with him.

He truly had no recollection.

Just then, all three of their Myriad Laws Realms sounded at once.

"Forum mission updated. You have a new mission. Would you like to accept it?"