News of Xue Qinghe ascending the throne soon reached the Star Luo Empire.
Upon learning that Feng Xiaotian had become the Heavenly Dou Empire's Imperial Preceptor, Tang San grew even more resentful.
Although Tang San had gained Dai Mubai's support, Dai Mubai was still only the Crown Prince. His authority was limited, and he remained constrained by the emperor.
The Star Luo emperor ruled with an iron fist and possessed greater military strength than the Heavenly Dou Empire. However, constant internal strife within Star Luo had prevented imperial authority from becoming fully centralized.
The Tang Sect Hidden Weapons crafted by Tang San could enhance the empire's military strength.
Therefore, the Star Luo emperor supported Tang San and handed the Ordnance Manufacturing Bureau over to him.
But Tang San wanted far more than that.
Feng Xiaotian had already attained tremendous status and power, dealing Tang San a considerable blow.
Tang San swore in his heart that one day, he would surpass Feng Xiaotian.
Through Tang San's efforts, the Clear Sky Sect had moved out of the deep mountains and relocated to Star Luo City, the capital of the Star Luo Empire, where it now had its own estate.
That day, after Tang Xiao finished discussing matters with several elders, he summoned Tang San.
Tang San entered and found Tang Xiao wearing a grave expression.
"Uncle, you wanted to see me?"
"Yes. News from the Heavenly Dou Empire says that both the Defense Clan and the Speed Clan have pledged themselves to Xue Qinghe. We never expected that."
"Uncle, is there anything special about those two clans?"
Tang Xiao sighed.
"Perhaps your Father felt guilty and never got around to telling you. Like the Strength Clan, which was annihilated, those two clans were originally affiliated sects of the Clear Sky Sect. The