The Tang Sect lacked manpower.
The four affiliated clans were a fine opportunity.
As for returning to the Clear Sky Sect, there was no need for that.
Their hearts had likely died long ago. Joining the Tang Sect would be just right.
As the patriarch of the Strength Clan, Tai Tan immediately pledged his loyalty upon hearing Shen Qingling's words. "Young Master, if you need us, we will not hesitate."
Their loyalty would not be worn away by time.
"I am founding the Tang Sect. I need you to join it. When the time comes, you can become Strength Tang!"
Tang San needed the Strength Clan, then he could recruit the other three clans as well.
Before coming here, Tang San had already learned from Shen Qingling that the Strength Clan's martial soul was the Mighty Gorilla. He had also seen the clan's forging grounds.
Therefore, the Strength Clan could handle the casting and forging of the Tang Sect's hidden weapons.
Tai Tan stepped forward, his voice firm and resounding:
"Young Master, on behalf of every member of the Strength Clan, I pledge our allegiance to the Tang Sect. We will brave fire and water without hesitation!"
Instead, he felt relieved. Compared to returning to the Clear Sky Sect, where hearts had long drifted apart, following the Young Master to establish a new foundation suited him far better.
The sect's cold treatment over the years had long worn away their desire to return.
"Thank you for your efforts, Patriarch." Tang San gave a slight nod. A weight lifted from his heart. With the Strength Clan's deep forging foundation as a base, the matter of crafting hidden weapons was finally settled.
Tai Tan's expression turned solemn as he continued:
"Young Master, Teacher Shen, the Clear Sky Sect once had four affiliated