Tang Yu

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Tang Yu (唐瑜)
Alias(es)	Young Master Tang; Lord Tang; Tang Painting Sage
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Tang Family; Bustling Chamber of Commerce; Joyous Union Sect; Embroidered Uniform Guard
Occupation/Role	Tang Family heir; President of the Bustling Chamber of Commerce; Vice Sect Master of the Joyous Union Sect; former Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard; Right Vice Minister of Revenue
Status	Active 1230
First Appearance	Chapter 5

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Earth Realm	72	Reveals himself as an Earth Realm expert, frightening Han Mingxuan and Elder Zhou into breaking their own arms.
Heaven Realm	358	Recognized by martial elders as an exceptionally young Heaven Realm expert.
Second-level Celestial Realm equivalent	492	His combat strength is assessed as comparable to the second level of the Celestial Realm.
Peak Nascent Soul	671	Cannot yet see through Liu Yanlan's face-concealing divine ability despite reaching peak Nascent Soul strength.
Divine Transformation Realm	805	Reaches Divine Transformation little more than a year after entering cultivation.
Mahayana Stage	994	Breaks through after cultivating for one week at his Vermilion Bird Street residence.
Tribulation Transcendence	1133	Arrives at the Jade Maiden Sect as a Tribulation Transcendence cultivator.

Background / History

Tang Yu is the eldest young master of the extremely wealthy Tang Family of Suhang. He and Wang Yixue were childhood acquaintances through their families; they briefly dated during university before a misunderstanding caused their breakup, after which Tang Yu became known locally as an infamous “simp.” 5

His internal thoughts can be overheard by certain women despite his lips remaining still. Wang Yixue is among the first to notice this phenomenon, while Liu Ruyan later traces the mysterious voice back to him. 5 199

In Suhang and Yanjing, Tang Yu repeatedly acts from behind the scenes against protagonists such as Ye Chen and Ye Qiu. He manipulates Ye Chen into helping the Su Family acquire land that Tang Yu's family already owns, intending to reclaim it later and embarrass the family. 30 Ye Qiu eventually uncovers Tang Yu's role in a long series of setbacks after an extensive surveillance operation. 340

Tang Yu later joins the Joyous Union Sect, where he becomes a central figure in its expansion and is recognized as its Vice Sect Master. 598 782 He also establishes himself in Kyoto through the Bustling Chamber of Commerce and the Embroidered Uniform Guard, rising from Banner Chief to Thousand-Household Commander, then Commander of the entire organization. 970 987 1049

Appearance

Tang Yu is a notably handsome, refined-looking man whose appearance regularly draws attention from women across both mortal and cultivation circles. He is tall, physically fit, and possesses a gentle-looking original face that contrasts with his irreverent inner thoughts and conduct. 15 332

• Comparable in appearance to Jiao Enjun, though noted for having an even more outstanding temperament. 15
• Has an athletic, well-maintained physique with eight-pack abdominal muscles. 56
• Stands a little over six feet tall. 512
• Possesses near-perfectly defined muscle lines. 1110
• Can alter his appearance with disguises, masks, wigs, and the Disguise Technique. 297 332

Personality

Tang Yu is calculating, adaptable, and unusually skilled at turning conflicts into opportunities. He prefers using leverage, money, information, and social connections over direct confrontation when possible, whether he is manipulating Ye Qiu's opponents, acquiring businesses, or securing political support. 354 385 1040

He is also a practical patron. Tang Yu rewards subordinates with tangible benefits, gives capable people positions and promotions, and believes loyalty is earned through fair treatment rather than empty promises. 970 989 1117

Despite his polished public image, Tang Yu's internal monologue is frequently crude, vain, and irreverent. This contrast causes those who overhear his thoughts to form very different impressions of him than people who know only his outwardly refined behavior. 5 199 644

Abilities & Skills

Inner Thoughts

Tang Yu's thoughts can be heard by certain women around him, even when he has not spoken aloud.

• Wang Yixue hears his thoughts during their early reunion. 5
• Liu Ruyan becomes aware of the phenomenon while investigating the source of a mysterious voice. 199
• His thoughts often reveal plans, suspicions, or private commentary that differs sharply from his spoken behavior. 5 201

Medical Knowledge

Tang Yu is capable of diagnosing and treating serious medical conditions.

• Identifies ailments through observation without checking a patient's pulse, a level associated with the Realm of Divine Entry in traditional medicine. 34
• Treats Yang Guofeng, allowing him to recover enough to leave his bed and eat normally. 247 253
• Treats Yun Shishi's injury discreetly. 277

Martial Arts and Defensive Combat

Tang Yu possesses exceptional physical resilience and a broad arsenal of martial techniques.

• Can withstand coordinated attacks from several peak Heaven Realm opponents by combining eight defensive martial arts. 454
• Fights Qiu Zitong in a high-level arena battle while relying on overwhelming defense and a wide range of techniques. 383
• Retains formidable body-refinement strength even after losing cultivation, withstanding over a thousand attacks from a berserk blood-red monster. 880

Snow Dao

Tang Yu wields the Dao of Snow, which becomes more effective in snowy environments.

• Forms falling snow into detailed constructs, including human-shaped snow maidens. 718
• Uses the Snow Dao as a threat against Immortal Emperor Xu Yicheng. 1206
• Removes Snow Dao interference from Great Wu's spiritual medicine gardens, restoring their ability to grow Yin-Yang Grass. 1192

Time Dao

Tang Yu possesses the Great Dao of Time.

• Teaches Sui Wanhe principles of the Great Dao of Time. 1160
• Immobilizes two peak Tribulation Transcendence cultivators using his Time Dao. 1191

Space Techniques

Tang Yu can use spatial power for movement and battlefield control.

• Sends arrogant wealthy youths into a latrine from a distance. 699
• Uses teleportation arrays and spatial travel to move between major regions. 1087 1186

Disguise and Infiltration

Tang Yu is highly capable of concealing his identity and creating false personas.

• Uses the Disguise Technique to alter another man's appearance in a scheme against Ye Qiu. 297
• Uses a Human Skin Mask and wig to infiltrate locations without recognition. 332
• Changes his appearance to blend into Great Harvest County. 699

Divination and Fortune-Telling

Tang Yu has learned divination as one of several miscellaneous divine abilities.

• Helps a young Daoist run a fortune-telling stall and draws customers through confidence and charisma. 872
• Performs palm readings and makes predictions about romantic prospects. 787

Thoughtless Punch

Tang Yu's Thoughtless Punch is a powerful combat technique enhanced by his understanding of an opponent's misconduct.

• Uses it to severely injure Immortal Emperor Xu Yicheng. 1206
• Its effectiveness is tied to Tang Yu's knowledge of Xu Yicheng's disrespectful conduct toward women. 1206

Business, Intelligence, and Political Strategy

Tang Yu combines commercial insight with intelligence work and political maneuvering.

• Leads the investigation that dismantles the Thief Sect and earns praise for his intelligence-gathering ability. 970
• Predicts the rise in Blackstone Flower prices, enabling Censorate families to profit from his advice. 1035 1036
• Uses leaked evaluations, promises of forgiveness, and reconstruction contracts to force corrupt Firecloud Prefecture officials into cooperating. 1040
• Manipulates the Yin-Yang Grass market to raise funds for the Five Elements Tower and profit from Great Wu's dependence on the resource. 1049 1093

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Immovable Wisdom King Technique — A system reward usable only once. 30
• Human Skin Mask and wigs — Used to conceal his identity during infiltration. 332
• Lan Jingling — A natal magic treasure personally refined by Tang Yu; it prevents true essence from circulating under specific circumstances. 655
• Divine Tree Space — A private storage and cultivation space used to store items, shelter companions, and support Pei Hongye's cultivation. 718 1142 1186
• Merit Seal — Allows him to receive and exchange merit incense for Immortal Realm resources and privileges. 1201

Relationships

• Wang Yixue — Childhood acquaintance and former girlfriend; they dated for two months at university before breaking up over a misunderstanding. 5
• Su Muyue — Tang Yu's fiancée through a marriage contract; she later becomes openly affectionate toward him. 162
• Chi Yin — His secretary and close companion; Tang Yu takes her out for shopping, food, and games on her birthday. 35 72
• Liu Ruyan — Romantic partner and mother of Tang Yu's child; Tang Yu promises to care for her after learning of her pregnancy. 451 586
• Liu Yanlan — Sect master of the Joyous Union Sect and Tang Yu's senior sister; she trusts him enough to reveal her concealed face, and he later gives her a Dao Fruit. 671 1192
• Nangong Ying — Joyous Union Sect senior sister who is openly affectionate toward Tang Yu and values the treasures he brings her. 782
• Tang Maomao — Tang Yu's daughter; they have a playful father-daughter relationship. 671
• Luo Shuixin — Luo Family noblewoman, poet, and business ally who repeatedly invites Tang Yu to Orchid Pavilion. 947 1094
• Su Caiyi — Former superior in the Embroidered Uniform Guard; she promotes Tang Yu repeatedly and develops feelings for him, though he declines a political marriage proposal involving her. 987 1049 1108
• Sui Wanhe — Princess of the Great Cloud Dynasty; Tang Yu protects her, teaches her statecraft and the Time Dao, and later lets her travel independently. 1115 1160 1186
• Chu Tingwei — Political ally and romantic partner; she later becomes pregnant with Tang Yu's child. 1185 1186
• Pei Hongye — Tang Yu's Dao companion in the Immortal Realm; they ascend together and support one another's cultivation. 1201
• Hua Yu, Hua Yao, and Hua He — The three Hua sisters become Tang Yu's Dao companions and stand with him against Great Wu cultivators. 1190 1191
• Ye Chen — Rival whom Tang Yu manipulates into advancing Tang Yu's own schemes against the Su Family. 30
• Ye Qiu — Major adversary whose plans and business interests Tang Yu repeatedly undermines. 340 354

Story Role / Major Arcs

Suhang and Yanjing Schemes

Tang Yu initially operates as a wealthy young master who quietly manipulates conflicts involving Ye Chen, the Su Family, and several major Yanjing families. His plans rely on making rivals believe they are acting independently while arranging circumstances in his favor. 30 72 340

Joyous Union Sect

After entering the cultivation world, Tang Yu joins the Joyous Union Sect and quickly becomes one of its defining figures. He assists with sect administration, advises the Glazed Palace's streaming business, and helps expand the sect's influence and territory. 782 786 805 1192

Embroidered Uniform Guard Career

Tang Yu enters the Embroidered Uniform Guard to reach the center of Kyoto's power structure. He distinguishes himself through intelligence gathering, major criminal investigations, and his ability to win loyalty from subordinates. 944 970 987

His rapid rise brings him into conflict with officials such as Liu Yirui and factions aligned with Crown Prince Sui Hongji. 995 1115

Kyoto Political Power

As Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard and Right Vice Minister of Revenue, Tang Yu oversees the Five Elements Tower project and uses commercial strategies to influence court politics. 1049 1094

He later gains ministerial support, helps purge rebellious forces from Kyoto, and becomes influential enough to step away from the Commander position after the political situation stabilizes. 1185 1186

Nine Heavens Continent and the Immortal Realm

Tang Yu becomes one of the strongest figures on the Nine Heavens Continent, aiding allied sects, confronting Great Wu cultivators, and using his Dao abilities to resolve large-scale cultivation crises. 1133 1191 1192

After ascending with Pei Hongye, he enters the Immortal Realm, obtains a Merit Seal, and defeats Immortal Emperor Xu Yicheng while extracting a debt of Merit Incense. 1201 1206

Trivia

• Tang Yu is the concealed author of Fairy Meiyun's Misfortune, a novel popular among cultivators and wealthy mortals. 699 970
• He keeps his identity as the Tang Painting Sage hidden because he believes it could harm his official career. 970
• Tang Yu uses marketing psychology to help Glazed Palace demon cultivators create personas that attract more viewers and spirit stones. 786 805
• He is known for treating subordinates generously, giving them higher pay, promotion opportunities, gifts, and low-pressure work. 989 1035 1142