Hunting Soul Beasts

"This... I'm afraid I'll have to ask my elder brother what he thinks. I can't make that decision myself."

The smile vanished from Yang Tianlang's face. What did Tang Feng mean by this? If he truly just wanted to bring Yang Dong to the Clear Sky Sect for a visit, Yang Tianlang would be the first not to believe it.

Among the Clear Sky Sect's several elders, Tang Feng was the most vindictive. If Yang Dong were truly taken to the Clear Sky Sect, he likely would not have an easy time. If things went badly, this young genius might be ruined by Tang Feng's hands.

"Yes, yes, we should ask Wind Sword Douluo what he thinks. Let Dong'er return to the Clear Sky Sect with us first. Once we arrive, I will personally visit the old sect master and have him write a letter to Wind Sword Douluo himself. That should put your mind at ease, right?"

Tang Feng called him "Feng'er" again and again. Anyone unaware of the situation might have truly thought the two were close.

"Of course, if you are unwilling, then pretend I never said anything. Our Clear Sky Sect is not one of those sects that likes to force others into doing things."

Tang Feng gave Tang Xiao and Tang Hao, who were about to speak, a warning look. His eyes narrowed with a smile as he looked at Yang Tianlang, appearing utterly harmless.

Yang Tianlang's heart sank. After learning that Yang Dong had defeated Tang Hao, the thing he feared most had finally happened.

He tilted his head and glanced at Yu Yuanzhen and Chen Xin. Seeing that neither had any intention of speaking, Yang Tianlang gave up on asking them to intervene.

Soul Power surged within his body. At this moment, whether as an elder of the Wind Sword Sect or as Yang Dong's uncle, he could never hand Yang Dong over to Tang Feng. If something happened to Yang Dong, how would he explain it to his older brother and sister-in-law?

"I would be very happy to go to the Clear Sky Sect. Thank you, Grandpa Tang Feng."

Just as Yang Tianlang was about to erupt, Yang Dong finally spoke. He had no choice but to speak. If he did not, whether they could safely return to the Wind Sword Sect would be another matter entirely.

Although the Clear Sky Sect had always enjoyed a good reputation, who could guarantee that it had no filthy dealings behind the scenes?

Hearing Yang Dong's words, Yang Tianlang scrutinized him for a few moments before falling silent.

Though they had not known each other for long, he had discovered that this nephew of his was extremely opinionated. Since he said this now, he naturally had his reasons.

"Haha, Tianlang, look, Dong'er himself wants to go to our Clear Sky Sect. Don't worry. Once we return to the Clear Sky Sect, I'll immediately report to the old sect master and have him write a letter to Wind Sword Douluo. Whatever resources Xiao'er and Hao'er receive, Dong'er will receive the same. I guarantee he will not be treated poorly."

Tang Feng spoke with a chuckle, and the way he looked at Yang Dong became much gentler.

"Then I'll have to trouble you."

At this point, Yang Tianlang could only hope that the man before him would truly keep his word.

"Great! Then we'll have time to spar. Once we're both three-ring Soul Elders, we can compete again and see who is stronger."

Tang Hao's face was full of smiles, and his eyes gleamed as he looked at Yang Dong.

The older Tang Xiao instinctively felt that this was somewhat inappropriate. He looked at Tang Feng, wanting to say something, but after opening his mouth, he did not know what to say. He glanced at the delighted Tang Hao and could only choose to remain silent in the end.

After dinner,

Yang Tianlang brought Yang Dong into his room.

"What are you thinking?" Yang Tianlang's expression was extremely serious. He truly did not want his nephew to go to the Clear Sky Sect.

"Going to the Clear Sky Sect sounds pretty good. Didn't you say that even if I returned to the Wind Sword Sect, I might not be Yang Yuan's match? Then I might as well visit the Clear Sky Sect first."

Yang Dong spoke half-truthfully, and Yang Tianlang could not tell whether this was truly what Yang Dong thought.

"I'll personally escort you to the Clear Sky Sect, then immediately return to the Wind Sword Sect."

Yang Tianlang stopped dwelling on Yang Dong's words and looked at him as he spoke.

"I'm afraid that won't work."

"Why not?"

"Because you need to accompany me to hunt a thousand-year Soul Beast first. My third Soul Ring can't be delayed any longer."

Yang Tianlang: ...

"You're right. There's a Spirit Hunting Forest outside Heaven Dou City. Tomorrow, I'll take you to hunt Soul Beasts and obtain a Soul Ring."

After their brief conversation, Yang Tianlang left Yang Dong's room. He would likely be unable to sleep for the entire night.

Early the next morning,

Chen Xin of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, who had stayed behind yesterday, was the first to bid farewell and leave. The people from the Elephant Armored Sect also departed absentmindedly.

Tang Hao and the other two from the Clear Sky Sect joined Yang Tianlang and Yang Dong from the Wind Sword Sect.

"Elder Tang Feng, before heading to the Clear Sky Sect, we need to make a trip to the Spirit Hunting Forest to select a third Soul Ring for my nephew. If Elder Tang Feng is in a hurry, you may go handle your business first. We can meet up later."

Yang Tianlang looked at Tang Feng as he spoke.

"Ah, the Spirit Hunting Forest? I want to go too! Grandpa Tang Feng, I want to go too!"

Tang Feng, who had been worrying over how to bring it up, relaxed his brows upon hearing Tang Hao's words.

A pillow had arrived just as he was getting sleepy. It could not have been more perfect.

"Since Hao'er wants to go as well, then let's go together. With the two of us, catching a thousand-year Soul Beast will be easier."

Yang Tianlang could only nod. He glanced at Tang Hao, who had just spoken, and felt utterly speechless. I'm an eightieth-rank Soul Sage. Do I need your help dealing with a thousand-year Soul Beast?

After a brief discussion, the group bid farewell to Yu Yuanzhen and headed toward the nearest Spirit Hunting Forest.

Two days later, the group of five appeared at the outskirts of a forest.

"Dong'er, what kind of Soul Beast do you want to choose?"

Yang Tianlang and Tang Feng walked at the front and back respectively, protecting the three children in the middle.

Normally, there would be no danger here, but it was better to be safe than sorry. What if some unknown Soul Beast attacked them? Wouldn't that be disastrous?

"Anything over a thousand years old is fine. Preferably one within the limit of what I can absorb."

Yang Dong had no requirements regarding the type of Soul Beast he hunted. In any case, his Soul Ring skill would not be the Soul Beast's innate skill.

"Alright."

Yang Tianlang agreed, swept his gaze around the surroundings, then turned to Tang Feng at the back of the group. "Elder Tang Feng, the chances of encountering a thousand-year Soul Beast on the outskirts are very low. How about you protect the children and proceed slowly while I go ahead alone to see if there are any suitable Soul Beasts for Dong'er?"

Tang Feng nodded at his words and smiled at Yang Tianlang. "No problem. Leave it to me."

Although this mountain range stretched for nearly three hundred li, the Soul Beasts living here were generally not very old. With Yang Tianlang searching, Tang Feng could bring everyone back to the Clear Sky Sect sooner, so naturally he had no objections.