Tang Hao's Visit

Deep within the valley, surrounded by lush greenery and abundant flowers, grasses, and trees, a vibrant green flower, three meters in diameter, grows there with remarkable vitality.

However, at this moment, the large flower swayed incessantly, radiating an aura of fear, as if it were about to face a fatal problem.

The next moment, a figure arrived not far from the Sacred Spirit Flower on Flying Sword. After confirming that there were no other powerful Soul Beast around, Oscar waited quietly in place.

A moment later, Ye Lingling fluttered her pure white wings and landed beside Oscar.

Ye Lingling looked at the Sacred Spirit Flower, her eyes filled with excitement and anticipation. Although her Martial Soul only had the effect of healing, a suitable Soul Ring could further enhance the healing power, and this Sacred Spirit Flower was undoubtedly very suitable for Ye Lingling.

Ye Lingling took out a dagger directly from her Soul Tool and slowly walked up to the Sacred Spirit Flower.

With a flick of the dagger, the silver blade pierced directly into the lifeblood of the Sacred Spirit Flower. With its lifeblood pierced, the Sacred Spirit Flower, which possessed powerful Life Force, struggled for a few moments before falling silent.

A moment later, a dark Black Spirit Ring slowly condensed from the Sacred Spirit Flower's body.

Ye Lingling put the dagger back into her Soul Tool, sat cross-legged, and began to meditate. Once the Soul Ring of the Sacred Spirit Flower was fully formed, Ye Lingling released her Martial Soul.

A purple Nine-Heart Begonia flower bloomed in front of her, and four Soul Rings, Two Yellow Two Purple, slowly rose from her body. As she began to activate her Soul Power to guide the Black Spirit Ring of the Sacred Spirit Flower, the Soul Ring slowly came to the top of Ye Lingling's head.

Oscar held the Seven Kill Sword in his hands, watching Ye Lingling absorb the Soul Ring, while keeping watch on his surroundings in case any foolish Soul Beast suddenly appeared.

Mori City, Sword Sect.

A tall, robust, and weathered-looking middle-aged man cupped his hands in greeting to the guard at the entrance and said, "Haotian Douluo Tang Hao is visiting the Sword Sect. Please inform him, young brother."

The guards at the gate couldn't help but exchange glances when they saw the middle-aged man who had suddenly appeared. Although he was dressed plainly and looked like an ordinary guard, the guards at the gate couldn't help but exchange glances.

But upon hearing the other party announce their title, they dared not be negligent in the slightest. "Please Your Excellency a moment, Your Majesty, I will go and report this immediately."

Immediately, a guard waved his hand, signaling another Soul Master at the door to lead Tang Hao through the gate, while he himself quickly entered the main hall to report.

Tang Hao followed the guards to the reception room. Two and a half minutes later, a handsome young man with silver hair walked in.

Upon seeing Oscar, Tang Hao immediately stood up, cupped his hands in greeting, and said, "I have come uninvited, please do not take offense."

Tang San is Oscar's classmate, so although Tang Hao and Oscar are meeting for the first time, Tang Hao already knows a little about Oscar.

At least at first glance, one could recognize this super genius who even he couldn't help but find incredibly talented.

According to Tai Long's information, Oscar is only two years older than Little San, but he already acts like a well-established elder, having not only taught Tang San and others for many years, but also laid a solid foundation for their future cultivation path.

So even though Oscar and Tang San are of the same generation, in Tang Hao's eyes, Oscar is undoubtedly treated as an equal.

Oscar was also quite surprised. He didn't know why Tang Hao would come to the Sword Sect at this time, since Tang Hao in the original work had been hiding until the very end.

Regardless of the reason, Oscar would not neglect the other party, after all, Tang Hao was a Titled Douluo.

Oscar stepped forward quickly, took Tang Hao's hand, and said, "Your Excellency, there is no need for such formality. Our elders have taught us since childhood that the strong are respected on this continent. You are Titled Douluo, and I am not worthy of your courtesy."

Oscar said jokingly, "Besides, Little San is my classmate, and you are his father, so naturally you are my elder. How about I call you Uncle Tang?"

Oscar's enthusiasm completely stunned Tang Hao. He knew that Oscar had selflessly taught and nurtured his Little San over the years, and the Little San had almost treated Oscar as a teacher.

But this was only their first meeting, yet the other party was already so enthusiastic? However, a dignified Clear Sky Douluo couldn't afford to make a fool of himself in front of a junior. Moreover, the other party's enthusiasm didn't seem fake, and Tang Hao's goodwill towards Oscar increased even further.

Such a gifted and unpretentious genius is someone even Tang Hao himself couldn't match back then.

Without realizing it, Tang Hao inexplicably felt a little envious of the Sword Sect. With such a successor, it was no wonder that the Sword Sect, which had always been in seclusion, would suddenly reappear in the world.

Once Oscar grows up, the future of the Sword Sect will be limitless, and Oscar will be more than capable of protecting the sect for a hundred years.

With his talent, he could even strive for a higher realm, and perhaps he could even give birth to another god on the Douluo Continent.

The thought flashed through Tang Hao's mind, and then a smile appeared on his face, "Of course, the Young Sect Master treats Little San like a teacher and a father. Let alone calling each other uncle and nephew, even calling each other brothers, I think it is not impossible."

Hearing Tang Hao's words, Oscar's smile widened even more. He hadn't expected that the Clear Sky Douluo, who was portrayed as dull and unassuming in the original work, was also quite adept at navigating social situations.

"Uncle Tang, please stop joking with me. You can just call me Xiao Ao. There's no need to call me Young Sect Master. Those are titles used in front of outsiders, and they make us seem too distant."

Tang Hao smiled upon hearing this, "We still need to be polite, so let's just call each other by our own names, it won't make a difference."

Oscar continued to Fragrant Honey Tang Hao, then asked, "Uncle Tang, you didn't come here just to exchange pleasantries with this Little San, did you? Is it for your mistress?"

Tang Hao shook his head. "It's not because of the Little San, but because I have some things I'd like to ask the Young Sect Master."

Oscar waved his hand. "Uncle Tang, please speak your mind. I will certainly not refuse to help in any way I can."

Seeing Oscar's attitude, Tang Hao knew that Oscar had the right to decide his affairs. Coupled with their earlier banter, he suddenly felt that it might be more convenient and easier to get things done by approaching Oscar.

Although Oscar is mature in character, he is not as rigid as those old men, making him easier to communicate with.

Tang Hao, being a straightforward person, said directly, "It's like this, I had some hidden injuries in my body when I was young. Although they are not fatal, they prevent me from exerting my strength. Now, every time I make a move, my injuries worsen."

Upon hearing this, Oscar nodded thoughtfully. Tang Hao then explained to Oscar his journey to find the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan, how he learned from the steward that it was related to the Sword Sect, and the series of events that followed his arrival at the Sword Sect.

"So, if the Young Sect Master knows anything about the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan, could you perhaps reveal a thing or two to me? Or at least pass on a message? I will certainly reward you handsomely once it's done," Tang Hao said sincerely.

After listening to Tang Hao's words, Oscar understood the other party's intention: he simply wanted to use the Nine-Heart Begonia's super recovery therapy to heal his body.

In fact, Oscar could completely understand Tang Hao. In the original novel, he had the idea of following Ah Yin after Ah Yin death, but he was able to survive because of Tang San.

Tang San has gradually revealed his talent, and Tang Hao, for some reason, has stopped being decadent and is now starting to use his power to solve his own problems.

Oscar was considering whether or not to help Tang Hao. Back then, he used his clone to steal Tang Hao's home, not only giving the Blue Silver Emperor Spirit Bone to Dugu Yan, but also directly transplanting Ah Yin into the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.

If Tang Hao finds out about this in the future, the two will definitely become mortal enemies.

So Oscar was considering whether to take advantage of this opportunity to set a trap and have Gai Yue and Dugu Bo get rid of Tang Hao.

Given Gai Yue and Dugu Bo's current strength, the probability of them killing Tang Hao, who already has a hidden ailment, is still quite high.

It's nothing more than paying a small price.

However, another problem is that Tang Hao could not have come to the Sword Sect alone. If he died in the Sword Sect, the person behind him would definitely be able to guess that it was the Sword Sect's doing.

Overall, this matter is more harmful than beneficial, which is the key reason for Oscar's hesitation.

After much deliberation, Oscar decided to let Tang Hao meet Ye Haitang. In any case, keeping Tang Hao around was more beneficial than harmful.

Moreover, Oscar had come up with a good explanation for the origin of Ah Yin and Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Soul Bone. After all, no one could prove that Oscar stole the Spirit Bone and Ah Yin, so the outcome was up to Oscar.

Whether the other party believes it or not depends on whether Oscar's lie is believable enough.

After all, he and the Spirit Hall have a deep-seated blood feud. With him restraining the Spirit Hall, Oscar will have more time to develop.

Moreover, given Tang Hao's current physical condition, even the Nine-Heart Begonia might not be able to cure him, because his health has been neglected for too long.

If Tang Hao had sought treatment from Ye Haitang immediately after his injury, the problem would have been solved.

Now that the hidden ailment has deepened, even the Nine-Heart Begonia may not be able to cure it. After all, treatment is not the same as clearing away or reshaping; the meanings are different.

Oscar paused for a moment, then said, "I understand Uncle Tang's request. I can tell you where the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan is, and I can even take you to see Clan Chief Ye Haitang, but I cannot guarantee whether I can cure your illness."

Oscar reached out and grasped Tang Hao's wrist, taking his pulse. "I am also well-versed in some pharmacology. Judging from both the appearance and the pulse, your body is already in a critical condition. If it weren't for a strong Life Force supporting your ability to analyze questions, you probably wouldn't be alive now."

"Given your current physical condition, you can only sustain two or three high-intensity battles at most before exhausting all your Life Force. The best outcome would be for you to become a cripple and lose all your cultivation."

Upon hearing Oscar's words, Tang Hao was incredibly surprised. He never expected that Oscar not only possessed extraordinary talent in cultivation and unparalleled knowledge of Soul Beast theory and teaching, but was also proficient in pharmacology. What Oscar said was almost entirely accurate, and this was merely the result Oscar derived from observing the patient's face and taking their pulse.

Tang Hao couldn't fathom how the Sword Sect could have cultivated such an almost omnipotent super genius. A bitter expression appeared on Tang Hao's face, and he sighed helplessly, "This is also why I am now so eager to find the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan."

"No matter what the final result is, I will always give it a try. After all, I am no longer alone. The Little San needs time to grow, and I also need some time to do some things."

"Xiao Ao, please."

In the last sentence, Tang Hao no longer addressed him as "Young Sect Master," but instead affectionately called him Oscar by his name, revealing the sincerity of this rugged man.

Oscar said, "Actually, the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan has already joined the Sword Sect and has now gone to their Ancestral Land. It seems we won't be able to see them for a while."

Upon hearing this, Tang Hao's eyes widened in shock. The Nine-Heart Begonia Clan had actually joined the Sword Sect? What gave the Sword Sect the right to do so? The reason Tang Hao was so shocked was that the former Upper Three Sects, the Two Great Empires, and even the Spirit Hall, all of which had tried to win over the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan.

Even after being found, the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan did not choose to join any faction despite being persuaded and reasoned with. No matter what conditions they offered, the family remained unmoved.

This family, which is indifferent to money and fame, has actually joined the Sword Sect? Could it be that they have taken a liking to Oscar's talent? That's possible, but given the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan's nature, that alone is definitely not enough.

However, now that he knows where the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan is, there is a possibility that his hidden ailment can be cured.

Tang Hao said, "Please tell me about my difficulties, Young Sect Master. I am willing to wait however long it takes."

Oscar waved his hand. "Uncle Tang, you're being too serious. I'll immediately send a message back to our Ancestral Land to explain Uncle Tang situation. I'm sure Sister Ye will be willing to help with this."

Upon hearing Oscar's words, Tang Hao couldn't help but feel a surge of joy, but at the same time, he also sensed something different in Oscar's words.

Sister Ye? Could it be referring to Ye Haitang, the current patriarch of the Nine-Heart Begonia Clan? She's several years older than me, how old is Oscar?

The other person is old enough to be Oscar's grandmother, yet Oscar calls her "sister" so affectionately?

Tang Hao couldn't fathom how Oscar had managed to get someone old enough to be Oscar grandmother to address him as his brother. Such a profound friendship transcended age! Tang Hao cupped his hands in thanks. "Thank you very much, Young Sect Master. Whether this matter succeeds or not, once I meet Clan Head Ye Tang Hao, I will repay you handsomely."

Oscar didn't care how Tang Hao thanked him; instead, he took the opportunity to ask questions and chat casually, hoping to extract some useful information.

During their casual conversation, Oscar picked up a pen and wrote a letter on the spot, then handed it to one of his men to take away.

Watching Oscar finish writing the letter and send it out, Tang Hao gradually felt relieved and began to answer Oscar's questions seriously. At the same time, he also wanted to have more contact with this exceptionally talented genius and see if he could get some useful information and signals from Oscar's words and actions.

The two, each with their own hidden thoughts, chatted idly in the reception room.

P. S.: Typos will be corrected first and then fixed later.