Great Sumeru's Insight Settles Old Grudges, Crocodile's Wrath Seizes Control of Jialing Pass

In the clearing beneath Soulbreak Cliff, Tang San sat cross-legged, Soul Power swirling around him as the phantom of the Clear Sky Hammer flickered in and out of view above his palm. With his eyes closed in concentration, the principles of the Great Sumeru Hammer that Tang Hao had taught him echoed repeatedly through his mind. His understanding of "the wind has no form, yet leaves have shape" gradually settled within him, and the connection between his spirit rings and the Clear Sky Hammer grew ever closer. At times, his aura was restrained as an abyss; at others, it surged like raging waves.

Not far away, Xiao Wu wore a light pink combat outfit and practiced her soft skills over and over, though her gaze drifted toward Tang San from time to time, her eyes filled with concern. She knew he was at a critical stage in comprehending the technique and did not dare disturb him. She could only cultivate alongside him and guard him silently.

Yu Xiaogang approached at an unhurried pace. Watching the trails of Soul Power circulating around Tang San, approval flashed in his eyes. "It seems that during this time, you have achieved some initial success with the Clear Sky Sect's Great Sumeru Hammer. The resonance between your spirit rings and martial soul has become increasingly natural, and the earlier awkwardness has faded."

Tang San slowly withdrew his power, rose to his feet, and bowed to Yu Xiaogang. "It is all thanks to Teacher's guidance, as well as Father's teachings." His expression then turned grave. "Teacher, the old resentment between the Clear Sky Sect disciples and the disciples of the Strength, Agility, Defense, and Attack Halls is difficult to dispel. With the war at such a critical point, to prevent internal conflict, I must trouble you