The Damned Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
After traveling for many days, the Clear Sky Sect group finally crossed the border of the Heaven Dou Empire and entered the territory of the Star Luo Empire.
Once they arrived in the Star Luo Empire, they were no longer wanted criminals, and could be relatively bolder.
Upon entering the nearest city, Tang Xiao used the funds provided by the Star Luo Imperial Family to allow his disciples to rest for two days to alleviate their fatigue from the journey.
As for the Strength Clan, they were forced to sleep on the streets.
After all, the funds provided by the Star Luo Imperial Family are limited, and they still need to build the sect's residence, so they have to be careful with their spending.
However, considering the loyalty of the Strength Clan, Tang Xiao gave them money to improve their meals.
Once inside the city, they would be able to receive recent news from the mainland.
At present, the most pressing issue on the mainland is the Seven Great Sects Re-election Assembly.
A little inquiry reveals the current progress of the competition.
At this moment, with less than a month to go before the start of the competition, the powerful participants from various sects have begun to arrive in Spirit City.
Spirit City was situated at the crossroads of Two Great Empires, not far from here, so news spread very quickly.
"Have you heard? This morning, the Sword Bone Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School and Sect Master Ning Fengzhi appeared at the Spirit Hall."
"Really? You must be seeing things, right?"
After all, there had never been any rumors before that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would participate in the competition.
"How could I be wrong? Many people saw the Sacred Dragon Sect personally greeting Sovereign Ning on the streets of Spirit City."
"Wow, I didn't expect the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to participate in the competition so quietly. With their strength, and without the Clear Sky Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan as their two major competitors, they're probably going to win the title of the Mainland's Number One Sect."
Inside the teahouse, Tang Xiao and his group listened to the conversation at the next table, their expressions shifting between light and dark.
Tang San couldn't help but ask in a low voice, "Elder Uncle, didn't you convince Sovereign Ning? Why are they still going to participate in the competition?"
Tang Xiao had no idea what Ning Fengzhi was thinking.
Ning Fengzhi did indeed agree to his proposal that day.
Yu Xiaogang added, "Little San, I think it's possible that Sovereign Ning and the others aren't actually there to participate in the competition."
Liu Erlong asked in confusion, "Yu Xiaogang, if we're not going to participate, why did the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect send Sword Bone Douluo and Sovereign Ning?"
Yu Xiaogang thought for a moment and said, "Didn't we hear rumors in Heaven Dou City that a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast was hunted down in Sunset Forest?"
"Is it possible that the person who absorbed this Hundred Thousand Year Spirit Ring is a New Titled Douluo from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? This time, Sovereign Ning led a group to Spirit City to take him to participate in the Titled Douluo Promotion Ceremony?"
Tang Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Sword Bone Douluo's strength has improved compared to before. If they join forces, dealing with a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast is indeed not a problem."
"The Grandmaster's idea is not without merit, we..."
Before he could finish speaking, the other guests at the next table started whispering again.
Breaking news: The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has announced its participation in this year's Seven Great Sects Re-election Assembly.
"It was announced two hours ago; I also received the news from the Spirit Hall."
Upon hearing this, Tang Xiao and his group froze on the spot.
Yu Xiaogang's guess is completely unfounded. So, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect really is aiming for the title of the Mainland's Number One Sect?
Tang San said fiercely, "Can't the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School see the bigger picture? Their participation in the tournament at the Spirit Hall now only adds to the legitimacy of the competition!"
"If we allow the Spirit Hall to claim the moral high ground, won't the future situation on the continent be controlled by the Spirit Hall?"
Tang San's worries were also everyone's worries.
But can this be blamed on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect? With the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan wiped out and the Clear Sky Sect expelled from the list, this is the best opportunity for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to become the Mainland's Number One Sect.
If any other sect were in the position of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, they probably wouldn't be able to resist the temptation.
Yu Tianheng said angrily, "Damn the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, they're obviously doing this on purpose!"
Yu Xiaogang gave a cold laugh, put his hands behind his back, and started thinking, "Still don't you understand? The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was wiped out, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect must have been involved. This is part of their plan."
"After that, the Little San entered the Imperial Palace and was tricked by Xue Qinghe and Bone Douluo; this was the second part of the plan."
"Even if Sect Master Tang hadn't shown up to save Little San, the Heaven Dou Empire and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would have tried every means to pin the blame on the Clear Sky Sect."
"Eliminating two major competitors in one fell swoop—that's the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's plan. Their feigned low profile over the past five years was most likely preparation for this plan."
"I suspect that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has long been in cahoots with the Spirit Hall!"
Tang Xiao sighed and shook his head. "Grandmaster, I don't think it's what you think. Ning Fengzhi is the kind of proud person who would easily submit to someone else."
"Back then, after my Clear Sky Sect closed its gates, the Spirit Hall tried every means to win over the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
"At that time Ning Fengzhi had just ascended to the throne, yet he dared to openly challenge the Spirit Hall. To say that such a person changed his mind and colluded with the Spirit Hall is something I do not condone."
In Tang Xiao's view, Ning Fengzhi was being short-sighted and eager to elevate the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to a level that didn't belong to them, hoping to make a name for themselves in history. As for so-called strategic resolve, it was insignificant in the face of readily available benefits.
This time, Tang San once again chose to agree with Tang Xiao's point of view.
After all, as the head of a sect, his perspective on issues differs from Yu Xiaogang's, and is more comprehensive.
Gengxin City.
This place is also known as the Metal Capital, a gathering place for blacksmiths in the Douluo Continent.
In addition, the city is home to a large number of metal merchants, making it the best destination for those looking to purchase rare metals.
Wu Qi and his party's carriages entered the city and quickly checked into a local Hotel.
After putting down their luggage, the group went to the main street to inquire about the location of the Blacksmiths' Association.
"This place is really different." Looking at the architectural style of the city, Qiangu Changkong couldn't help but sigh.
The buildings within Gengxin City resemble a steampunk world. Unfortunately, the Douluo Continent lacks an industrial revolution; aside from animal power, it only has soul-guided power.
Wu Qi had no ability to change the world; besides, he didn't understand things like internal combustion engines from his previous life.
"Every city has its own unique characteristics. The characteristics of this place are related to metal, which is why the architecture has this unique style," Feng Xiaotian explained with a smile, then walked to a roadside stall and ordered a pot of tea.
The Waiter approached and said with a smile, "Are you all from out of town?"
Wu Qi smiled calmly, and at the same time, he placed a Gold Soul Coin on the table without making a sound, "What advice do you have?"
The Waiter chuckled, discreetly pocketing the Gold Soul Coin, and said, "Gentlemen, please stay away from the Spirit Hall."