Heaven Dou Imperial City.
Dusk fell.
Bai He led Tang San straight to a luxurious residence.
This was the Clear Sky Sect's temporary base in Heaven Dou Imperial City.
To guard against a sudden attack from the Spirit Hall Empire, the Clear Sky Sect had temporarily gathered its members here.
Before long, Tang San followed Bai He into a hall.
A burly figure abruptly rose from a chair.
It was Tang Xiao. His eyes were actually slightly red at the rims.
Tang Xiao strode forward and gripped Tang San's shoulders. "Little San, you're finally back. For the past two years, Dad has been worried sick about you... Now that I see you safe and sound, Dad can finally rest easy."
"Dad, I made you worry."
"It's good that you're back." Tang Xiao smiled in relief.
"By the way, Dad, I have something extremely important to tell you."
"Oh? What is it?" Tang Xiao asked in confusion.
"I've received a god's inheritance. As long as I complete nine trials, I'll become a god at level one hundred."
Tang San's voice was calm, but his words struck Tang Xiao like thunder, shaking him to his core.
"What? You... you really received a god's inheritance?"
Tang San nodded.
Tang Xiao laughed loudly. "Hahaha, this is wonderful! Little San, you truly are the hope of the Clear Sky Sect. As long as you become one of the legendary gods, the Spirit Hall Empire will be nothing to fear. When that time comes, the revival of the Clear Sky Sect will be within reach!"
Tang San shook his head, his voice low. "Dad, there's something you don't know."
"Hm?" Tang Xiao froze.
Tang San said, "The Spirit Hall Empire also has gods. And there's more than one."
Tang Xiao's expression instantly stiffened. "What did you