The Council's Fury, the Reckoning of the Tang Sect!

Chen Yu flipped to the last page.

He held the most crucial piece of evidence high.

"These ships and submarines were all used by the Tang Sect to transport resources to the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire."

"In other words..."

"The Tang Sect, a sect that originated on the continent and took root in the Federation..."

"Had been secretly funding our overseas enemies all along."

The moment those words were spoken, the council erupted!

The entire chamber was like a bomb had been thrown into it, instantly exploding into chaos.

The councilors rose to their feet one after another.

Some cried out in shock, some glared furiously, some stared in disbelief at the evidence scrolling across the screen, while others had already begun demanding answers aloud.

The various voices tangled together, making the entire hall hum and roar.

"Treason! This is blatant treason!"

"How dare the Tang Sect! How could they do such a thing!"

"Is this evidence reliable? Could it have been fabricated?"

"Chairman, we need an explanation!"

Chen Yu stood on the podium without changing expression. He allowed the councilors to argue for a long while before slowly raising a hand to signal for silence.

His movement was slight, yet the invisible pressure he exuded gradually quieted the clamorous chamber.

"All evidence has been verified by the Federation's highest intelligence department."

Chen Yu's voice was steady and powerful.

"The Tang Sect's actions have already gravely endangered the Federation's security and interests."

"And as Federation Council Chairman, I have both the responsibility and obligation to take action."

He paused, his sharp gaze sweeping across the room.

"I propose a comprehensive investigation into the Tang Sect, the freezing of all its assets within the Federation, and the arrest of every person involved."

"Councilors, please vote."

The result of the vote held no suspense.

Of the three hundred and sixty-five councilors, more than two-thirds voted in favor.

Whether out of fear of Chen Yu or outrage at treason...

The proposal encountered virtually no meaningful resistance.

The councilors who had once spoken up for Shrek chose silence this time.

The blood of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan had not yet dried...

No one wanted to be next.

After the meeting ended...

The news spread through the entire Federation at the fastest possible speed.

At the same time, the Federation was shaken!

The Tang Sect.

This ancient sect, which had endured for more than ten thousand years, this force that had once held immense influence in the Soul Master world, became synonymous with treason overnight.

Every major Soul Guidance Network platform was flooded with reports and discussions about the Tang Sect's treason.

Some were shocked, some furious, some unable to believe it, and some applauded in delight.

After countless Federation citizens watched the livestream...

They began condemning the Tang Sect even more fiercely.

On streets and in alleys, over tea and after meals...

Everyone was talking about it.

The Tang Sect's public image, its businesses, and Xuanshi Tang Sect Technology Co., Ltd. were all dug up and laid bare beneath the sun for scrutiny.

Those who had once admired the Tang Sect's hidden weapons, and the Soul Masters who had once endorsed the Tang Sect...

Now chose either silence or distance.

And within Shrek Academy, the Tang Sect headquarters, and the forces closely tied to the Tang Sect...

The news was no different from a bolt from the blue.

Tang Sect Headquarters

Zang Xin watched the news looping across the soul guidance screen, his face as pale as paper.

No matter how hard he tried, he could not understand how those confidential files had been leaked.

Those transaction records, those resource routes, that research facility in Skysea City...

They were the Tang Sect's deepest secrets. Very few knew of them, and every one of them was an absolutely loyal core disciple.

Yet now, all of those secrets had been exposed before the entire Federation.

Treason.

And once that charge was confirmed...

The Tang Sect would never be able to recover.

At that moment, Chen Yu had returned to his office. Standing before the floor-to-ceiling window, he overlooked the myriad lights of Ming Capital.

He toyed with the dart in his hand, his gaze calm and distant.

The Tang Sect matter had only just begun.

Very soon, Zang Xin, the Affectionate Douluo and master of the Tang Sect, immediately headed for Shrek Academy.

By the time he stepped through Shrek Academy's gates, the sky had gone completely dark. Only the direction of Sea God Pavilion remained lit, standing out vividly against the night.

Zang Xin's expression was grave as he hurried straight toward Sea God Pavilion.

Countless emotions churned within him.

Anger, unease, anxiety, and a trace of fear that even he was unwilling to acknowledge.

The Tang Sect had endured for over ten thousand years and weathered countless storms, yet it had never faced such a crisis.

The three words "treason" weighed upon his heart like a mountain, leaving him nearly unable to breathe.

At night, Sea God Pavilion was brightly lit.

Within the ancient hall...

Candlelight mingled with the soft glow of soul guidance lamps, illuminating every corner.

The elders of Shrek Academy had already assembled on either side of the long table.

None of them looked particularly well. Clearly, they had already learned through various channels of the Federal Council's accusations against the Tang Sect.

The destruction of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was still fresh in their minds, and now it was the Tang Sect's turn...

Moreover, none of them knew.

Whose head Chen Yu's blade...

Would fall upon next.

At that moment, Zang Xin entered Sea God Pavilion, and the elders' gazes all fell upon him.

He gave Yun Ming, seated at the head of the table, a slight nod of greeting before sitting on one side of the long table.

He did not speak immediately. Instead, he drew a deep breath, as though suppressing the turbulent emotions in his heart.

A moment later, Zang Xin finally spoke.

He looked at the assembled elders. His expression was one of deep grief and indignation, while his voice carried barely restrained fury.

"Everyone, the Star Luo Empire and the Dou Ling Empire originally came from the Douluo Continent. We are all one family."

"And yet Chen Yu, as Federation Council Chairman, has drawn such a clear line between the Sun Moon Empire, Star Luo, and Dou Ling."

"He is simply afraid the world is not chaotic enough!"

"I suspect he wants to recreate the history of ten thousand years ago, when the Sun Moon Empire launched war against the original three Douluo nations!"

"But that was wrong!"

"Wrong beyond reason!"

His voice echoed through Sea God Pavilion, every word ringing with force.

His fists were clenched tightly, fury flashing in his eyes.

"Therefore, under the leadership of our Tang Sect's reviving sect master, Spirit Ice Douluo Huo Yuhao, we ended the Sun Moon Empire's conspiracy!"

"That proves we stand for justice!"

"But what has Chen Yu done now?"

"He has twisted the goodwill of us Douluo people helping one another and called it treason?"

"Ridiculous!"

"Utterly ridiculous!"

After speaking, Zang Xin slammed his palm onto the table and rose to his feet, his chest heaving violently.

His eyes reddened slightly.

But it was not merely because of anger. It was also because of a deep sense of grievance and unwillingness.

Everything the Tang Sect had done...

In his eyes, was righteous!

It was all for the peace and stability of the continent!

Yet now, they had been branded traitors and cursed by a crowd of ignorant people.