Excluding Tang San! Long Xingyu Completes the Encirclement!

The Clear Sky Sect was hidden deep within the steep mountain ranges.

Amidst the swirling clouds and mist, swaying iron chains led directly to the mountain gate.

Tang San gazed at the scene before him, his expression extremely unsightly as he frowned and glanced at the young man beside him.

Due to the interference of the [Holy Demon Federation], the timeline had accelerated significantly, causing him to return to the sect ahead of schedule.

Now only at the thirty-something level, he had already used every ounce of his strength just to climb the sheer cliff face; how could he possibly cross the iron chains?

Was this a setup? The thought flashed through his mind instantly, and when combined with his father's past sins and the attitude of the guides, the answer was beyond doubt.

"Why are you looking at me? Isn't this about returning to your ancestors and the sect?"

"The family is right ahead; you must rely on your own strength."

"If you can't even handle this small setback, how can you expect others to accept you? Get moving!"

The speaker was Tang Long, the chief disciple of the Clear Sky Sect's younger generation, his tone cold and devoid of human warmth.

Seeing this, Tang San couldn't help but curse inwardly; the cliffs here were treacherous, and a fall would surely mean death.

Nearby, two other disciples flickered their eyes and winked at Tang Long, seemingly pleading on his behalf, but were interrupted by the latter shaking his head.

"Start now; I will lead the way in front."

"If you can keep up, then follow the path."

"If you are afraid, it is not too late to leave now. Once you reach the middle, it will be too late for regrets."

After speaking, Tang Long stepped forward, standing steadily on the iron chain bridge, his soul power swirling beneath his feet to ensure he would not fall.

Tang San followed suit and set off, but limited by his strength, the journey was nothing short of terrifying, and he nearly kicked the bucket several times.

Fortunately, at the thirty-something level, he possessed not only soul power but also the External Soul Bone, the Eight Spider Lances; relying on the support of this extra "skeleton," he barely managed to succeed.

By the time he reached the other side, Tang San was drenched in cold sweat.

He branded the youths before him with the path to death.

These guys from the Clear Sky Sect actually dared to humiliate him like this! He would find a way to pay back today's grievance sooner or later!

As he thought this, an ancient castle came into view. Tang Long led him into the assembly hall, where many people were gathered, looking as if they had been waiting for a long time.

"Is this the guy? Tang San? Tang Hao's son?"

"To be able to pass the iron chain test, he's just barely passable."

"Kid, do you know what your father did? How do you have the nerve to return to the sect?"

"Second Elder, let's hear what he has to say first; the situation seems very troublesome."

The crowd discussed among themselves, not bothering to hide it from Tang San.

It was clear from their tone that they were unkind, and most were filled with hostility.

Only the burly man standing at the head of the room revealed a touch of warmth on his face.

He was the current Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, the Howling Sky Douluo Tang Xiao, who was also Tang Hao's own brother.

"Tang San, right? Tell everyone all the intelligence you brought back. What is the situation outside now?"

"According to the clansmen who went to collect supplies last time, a mysterious force has emerged from nowhere and is challenging the Heaven Dou Empire."

"How is the situation? Is there really a huge change? Yue Hua said the Clear Sky Sect was also involved; what exactly does that refer to?"

Tang Xiao waved his hand, stopping the elder from continuing to pick a fight.

He steered the topic directly to the most critical part.

Between the lines, it was revealed that the isolated Clear Sky Sect had a very outdated source of information.

Not only did they refer to the [Holy Demon Federation] as a mysterious force, but they also mistakenly believed the target was only the Heaven Dou Empire, a detail that had long since been updated in the outside world.

At this moment, the Martial Soul Hall had already decided to enter the fray and was planning to facilitate the [Douluo Federation] to jointly resist the enemies from outside the realm, yet the Clear Sky Sect was completely unaware.

Contempt and disdain welled up in the depths of Tang San's eyes.

They knew nothing; no wonder they dared to be so arrogant.

He immediately described everything he had personally experienced, as well as the clues gathered by the Heaven Dou Empire, in complete detail.

He emphasized the life-and-death ambush that had occurred not long ago, as well as his father Tang Hao's judgment: the other party had set their sights on the Clear Sky Sect!

A moment later, Tang San fell silent and stood in the hall.

The surroundings were deathly silent; the members of the Clear Sky Sect were all stunned.

If this kid wasn't joking, then the foundation of the [Holy Demon Federation] was simply terrifying and unsolvable.

Even the Martial Soul Hall would likely be unable to contend with them, so the operation to form an alliance naturally made sense.

And more importantly... did the father-son duo of Tang Hao and Tang San actually think that this behemoth's targets included the Clear Sky Sect?

"Impossible! Absolutely impossible! We have been in seclusion for many years; even on the Douluo Continent, few people mention us anymore."

"According to Tang San's statement just now, the [Holy Demon Federation] is terrifyingly strong. What reason would they have to target us? And to make us a specific objective?"

The Second Elder snorted, his stubborn nature refusing to believe it.

They even believed this rhetoric was something Tang Hao had specifically fabricated.

To have his son return to the clan and acknowledge his ancestors, he would spout any nonsense? That made it even more impossible to let him have his way!

Immediately, the few old fellows exchanged glances and, with perfect tacit understanding, raised their objections, arguing that Tang San should not be allowed to return.

"For you all to be so arbitrary is surely inappropriate, is it not? Given the gravity of the matter, shouldn't we at least conduct an investigation?" Tang Xiao stood on Tang San's side, frowning at the sight.

"Hmph, regardless, we do not believe it, nor do we think the Clear Sky Sect should emerge into the world, unless this [Holy Demon Federation] you speak of comes knocking at our door!" Second Elder declared, refusing to yield even in death.

The atmosphere grew increasingly rigid, with both sides holding firmly to their own arguments.

It appeared the discussion was about to end without any resolution.

Suddenly, a massive tremor interrupted their conversation, followed immediately by one after another.

The disciples responsible for guarding the exterior rushed in, frantic and breathless, shouting at the top of their lungs.

"Sect Master! Elders! A large number of mysterious powerhouses have appeared near the mountain gate! It is suspected they intend to launch an attack!"

Time returns to a short while ago.

When the father and son of the Tang family secretly departed Heaven Dou City.

Long Xingyu, who had returned to the City of Slaughter to borrow elite troops, had also set off once again.

Although their journey was longer, every member was at least of the Seventh Order, and they were further accelerated by ancient Elf Runes.

Thus, with their objective clearly defined, their raiding speed was quite rapid, and they were not delayed by much time.

Just as Tang San arrived at the foot of the mountain, followed Tang Long and the others through the trials, and endured the exclusion of the Clear Sky Sect, Long Xingyu's group also arrived.

Three hundred miles east of Heaven Dou City, the geographical location was very clear, and the three hundred elites divided into small groups to conduct a carpet-style search.

Before long, Crocell, the Demon God of Insight, keenly captured traces of their presence.

The Clear Sky Sect appeared hidden, but in the eyes of true powerhouses, it seemed somewhat like trying to cover up something only to make it more conspicuous.

If one's spiritual power spread to the surroundings, wouldn't any place that obstructed it or prevented one from seeing the truth indicate a problem?

Following this line of thought, Long Xingyu's group locked onto their target.

The time spent back and forth was far less than expected.

Next, naturally, came the formulation of a plan to seek the maximum benefit.

Although it was not yet clear where their core target, Tang San, was, it did not affect their decision to storm the Clear Sky Sect.

They immediately formed a perimeter, intending to launch a surprise attack from all directions, and had already made their preparations.

Yet unexpectedly, a loud explosion shattered the silence, and the Clear Sky Sect immediately sounded the alarm, exposing their plan ahead of schedule...