However, Tang Rui then announced an important decision.
"By unanimous resolution of the Sect Master and the Elder Council: Effective immediately, Tai Tan, Chief of the Strength Clan; Niu Gao, Chief of the Defense Clan; Yang Wudi, Chief of the Breaking Clan; Bai He, Chief of the Speed Clan, are formally appointed to the Clear Sky Sect Elder Council and granted the positions of Sect Elders, enjoying the same rights and responsibilities as the existing elders!"
"From this day forward, within the sect, there will be no longer a distinction between 'direct lineage' and 'affiliated sect'! All clansmen, regardless of their origin, are members of my Clear Sky Sect! We will be treated equally, sharing both honor and disgrace, prosperity and decline!"
"Whoa!!!"
Despite having a premonition, Tai Tan, Niu Gao, Yang Wudi, Bai He were still overwhelmed with excitement upon hearing the official decision.
They are no longer "subordinates," but rather one of the true masters of the Clear Sky Sect!
"Thank you, Sect Master! Thank you, Elders!" The four clan leaders stood up in unison, clasped their hands, and bowed.
Tang Feng watched this scene, his heart filled with pride. The sect's cohesion had reached an unprecedented level at this moment.
Adding fuel to the already exciting atmosphere, Tang Feng spoke up at the opportune moment, "Furthermore, I also have some good news to share with you elders."
"Through my persuasion, I have successfully invited Senior Poison Douluo Dugu Bo and Senior Ye Qingxin, the patriarch of the Ye Family of the Nine Heart Begonia, to join my Clear Sky Sect, and they will also be granted the position of elder."
"However, this matter has not yet been made public. Because Ye Lingling, a descendant of the Ye Family, and Dugu Yan, the granddaughter of Senior Dugu, are currently representing the Heaven Dou Royal Academy in the Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academy, in order to avoid affecting their competition and attracting unnecessary danger, it has been decided to make a formal announcement after the finals."
Poison Douluo Dugu Bo, with his unparalleled poison skills and the strength of Titled Douluo, joining the sect is already a great help.
The Ye Family the Nine Heart Begonia possesses top-tier healing capabilities, making them a coveted asset for any power and of extraordinary strategic significance!
"Good! Feng'er, you did a great job!" The Third Elder and Fifth Elder stroked their beards and laughed, their eyes full of approval.
Fifth Elder Tang Rui concluded, "Thus, the emergence of our Clear Sky Sect is a foregone conclusion! We have the unity of our clansmen, the support of the Upper Three Sects and the two great empires, and powerful allies are about to join us. In one month, it will be time for us to restore the glory of the Clear Sky Sect!"
Seeing that the core affairs of the sect had been largely settled, and the atmosphere was warm and united, Tang Feng's last worry was relieved. He turned to Yang Wudi and said, "Grandfather, the relocation and integration of the sect are being handled by the elders, and I can't offer much help here. There's still a month before I officially leave the mountain, and I plan to go to a secluded place to cultivate in seclusion and further improve my strength."
"I think you'll really like that place. Would you like to come with me to take a look?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Wudi raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued. "Oh? For you to speak so highly of a place, it must be a wonderful spot. Since you've invited me, I'll accompany you and broaden my horizons!"
Niu Gao, standing to the side, laughed heartily and said with great spirit, "Young Sect Master, Old Goat, you can go with peace of mind! These old guys will take care of all the miscellaneous matters of moving, settling down, and reorganizing the sect. You can go without worry."
"Then thank you very much, elders!" Tang Feng didn't stand on ceremony and clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.
With the agreement reached, Tang Feng went back to rest.
Upon arriving at the courtyard, Tang Feng hadn't seen Brother Jian since returning. After some questioning, he learned that Tang Jian had been going to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy almost every day.
They brought him food and clothes, and frequently visited Ye Qingxin's grandfather at the Nine Heart Begonia Clan, often staying overnight at the Ye Family's residence.
It seems their relationship is progressing quite rapidly, and Tang Feng is happy to see it happen.
The next day, just as dawn was breaking, Tang Feng and Yang Wudi quietly left the already bustling Cloud Mist Mountain camp.
Tang Feng led Yang Wudi back into the Sunset Forest. However, this time their goal was not to hunt for Soul Ring, but to head straight for the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Nearly six years later, Tang Feng returned to this blessed land that had brought him the greatest opportunity.
When he left, Tang Feng was just a young Soul Elder who had just broken through level 30, full of hope for the future yet also somewhat lost.
Now, Tang Feng is a Soul Emperor with a Soul Power level of Level 64. Time flies, and returning to this place fills him with countless emotions.
"This is it, Grandpa." Tang Feng took a deep breath. The unique aura in the air, a mixture of the fragrance of countless rare herbs and the spiritual energy of both ice and fire, instantly awakened Tang Feng's long-dormant memories.
As if sensing Tang Feng's presence, the mist at the valley entrance churned slightly, and a dark green figure emerged from it—it was Dugu Bo.
Dugu Bo smiled when he saw Tang Feng.
" Little Monster, you're back so soon? What brings you here?" Dugu Bo stroked his beard and teased.
" Old Monster, everything's going smoothly," Tang Feng replied with a smile. "The elders at the sect are handling things, so I don't need to be there for the time being. Considering there's still a month before I officially leave the mountain, I'd like to find a quiet place to cultivate properly and consolidate my strength."
"After much thought, I still feel that this ' Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well ' is the most suitable. Cultivating here seems to be much faster than outside, and I also gain a unique understanding."
"Hahaha, you've got good taste, kid!" Dugu Bo laughed. "Since you're here, let's go in."
The three entered the valley one after the other. Passing through the mist, a familiar scene suddenly appeared before their eyes.
The two springs, one red and one blue, distinct yet miraculously blended, stood side by side, their seedlings of divine medicinal herbs having grown considerably, radiating astonishing spiritual energy that invigorated the spirit.
"This... this is..." Even though Yang Wudi was the patriarch of the Breaking Clan, who had devoted his life to the study of medicine and had seen many rare and precious herbs, he was still so shocked by the scene before him that he was speechless for a moment.
"Brother Yang, come, come, let me introduce you!" Dugu Bo was quite pleased with himself, and began to introduce the various herbs as if showing off his own treasures.
Yang Wudi listened with rapt attention, his eyes practically glued to the herbs, muttering repeatedly, "This is simply a dream place for alchemy!"
Yang Wudi was so excited that his beard trembled, and his eyes were filled with fervor as he looked at Dugu Bo, "Brother Dugu, this place... this place is truly..."
"Haha, I'm glad you like it, Brother Yang! We're all family now, there's plenty of time to study it slowly!" Dugu Bo waved his hand generously, clearly pleased to share his "garden" with a fellow enthusiast.
Tang Feng watched the two elders, who were obsessed with herbs, chatting happily, and smiled knowingly. He didn't linger any longer and walked over to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
Feeling the extreme temperatures of the extreme cold on one side and the scorching heat on the other, and the magical power contained within that temperature that could temper bones and purify Soul Power, Tang Feng took a deep breath, decisively took off his outer clothes, revealing his lean, muscular, and well-defined body.
"Grandpa, Old Monster, I'm going down to cultivate. You can do as you please." Tang Feng gave a simple instruction, then without hesitation, he leaped into the spring.
"Thump!"
A slight splash of water rose. In an instant, extreme cold and intense heat surged forth like two raging torrents, rushing wildly into every pore of the body!
Tang Feng grunted and immediately circulated his Soul Power, guiding the two extreme energies to circulate, fight, and merge within his body, thereby frantically tempering every inch of his bones and purifying his Soul Power.
On the shore, Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi looked at Tang Feng's naked body, then exchanged a bitter smile and shook their heads.
"This kid... he's really rude," Dugu Bo sighed.
After their initial reminiscence, the two elderly people were quickly drawn to the rare medicinal herbs scattered on the ground, and began to discuss the properties, compatibility, and possible preparation methods of various herbs... For them, this was also an irresistible pleasure.
The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, this natural wonder, has once again welcomed its "regulars" and new visitors.
Tang Feng slowly sank into the depths of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. The extreme power of ice and fire had tempered his body to the limit. Just as Tang Feng was about to stop, a faint yet incredibly clear tremor suddenly came from the depths of his soul.
The throbbing sensation did not stem from the body's craving for energy, but rather from an ancient call that transcended endless time, originating from the deepest part of the spring and drawing Tang Feng's spiritual senses.
'Is something calling out from below?' Tang Feng felt a chill run down his spine.
With Tang Feng's current spiritual perception, it couldn't be a misperception. This Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well is a wonder of nature, so it's not surprising that there are secrets hidden at the bottom of the spring.
After a moment's thought, Tang Feng decided to follow that feeling and investigate further.
Relying on his powerful physique to resist the increasingly terrifying water pressure and the intertwined forces of ice and fire, Tang Feng slowly descended towards the source of the mysterious call.