After arriving in Heaven Dou City, Tang Feng and Zhu Zhuqing chose to stay on the top floor of a top-tier hotel.
Zhu Zhuqing, dressed in a light blue short skirt, stood by the window, looking down at the bustling street scene outside, her eyes showing a rare hint of leisure and gentleness.
Tang Feng gently wrapped his arms around her slender waist from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder, and chuckled softly, "These past few days, I've only accompanied you to see all the fireworks in Heaven Dou City and taste all the delicious food."
Zhu Zhuqing turned her head slightly, her cheek touching Tang Feng's, a smile playing on her lips, and softly hummed in agreement.
At the same time, Tang Yuehua led Tang Hao and the other two to the Clear Sky Sect's mountain gate, but the atmosphere was completely different.
Tang Xiao was handling sect affairs in the main hall when he suddenly heard the report from the disciple on duty. In a flash, he arrived at the mountain gate.
When he saw Tang Hao, who had lost his right arm and left leg and was barely breathing, his heart clenched painfully.
How could my younger brother, once so spirited, unruly, and hailed as the hope of the sect, have fallen to such a miserable state?
" Brother Hao..." Tang Xiao's voice was somewhat hoarse, containing complex and indescribable emotions, including heartache and tenderness stemming from their blood ties.
Seeing his increasingly imposing elder brother, Tang Hao felt a lump in his throat, almost bursting into tears. "Your sinful younger brother, Tang Hao, greets elder brother..."
Tang Xiao grabbed him and said in a sorrowful voice, "No need! This isn't the place to talk. Come with me..."
He led the group into a secret room behind the main hall.
With tears in her eyes, Tang Yuehua recounted the whole story in detail.
The text highlights Tang Hao's self-inflicted limb injury to force out his hidden wounds, and Tang San's possession of Twin Martial Souls, which led to the Spirit Hall abolishing his Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul.
This trip is to seek the help of the sect, and also to allow Tang San to be recognized as a member of the clan.
Tang Xiao listened in silence, his gaze then falling on Tang San.
The boy's appearance was indeed eight parts similar to Ah Yin's. His Soul Power was strong and solid, and he had actually reached the level of Soul King of Level 55. Even though he was used to seeing the monstrous talents of Tang Feng and Zhu Zhuqing, such a speed of progress was still terrifying.
He suddenly raised his right hand, and the pressure of his Soul Power slowly spread towards Tang San like a tide.
The pressure increased layer by layer until it reached the level of Soul Emperor at level sixty-three. Even after Tang San released the Eight Spider Lances and the Blue Silver Domain, he still could not withstand it, and he slowly withdrew his pressure.
A hint of admiration flashed in Tang Xiao's eyes, but when he looked at Tang Hao, it turned into deep heartache and anger at his lack of ambition. " Brother Hao, you've been foolish!"
His voice was heavy with sorrow. " Little San possesses such talent, Twin Martial Souls, and an External Soul Bone. Throughout the sect's thousands of years of history, we've never seen such aptitude! Instead of immediately sending him back to the sect and dedicating the entire sect's resources to protecting and nurturing him, you even allowed him to participate in that Soul Master Tournament in Spirit City, exposing the Clear Sky Hammer to our enemies! You... sigh!"
A long sigh, filled with endless regret and sorrow.
Tang Hao's face was ashen, his lips trembled, but he couldn't utter a single word. He simply lowered his head deeply, ashamed to face his brother's gaze.
Tang San was also greatly shocked.
Although he knew that exposing the Clear Sky Hammer was extremely risky, he did not expect the consequences to be so severe, nor did he expect that the sect would value him so much.
At this moment, a trace of resentment rose uncontrollably in Tang San's heart. If his father had told him about the sect's affairs and the sensitivity and danger of the Clear Sky Hammer earlier, he would never have made such a big mistake for the sake of momentary anger and the outcome of the competition.
Seeing this, Tang Yuehua felt sorry for Tang Hao and stepped forward to support his trembling shoulders.
With teary eyes, she looked at Tang Xiao: "Brother, saying all this now is useless. The most urgent thing is to think of how to help Little San and repair his Martial Soul."
Tang Xiao closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and said, "Damage to the Martial Soul Origin... Such cases are rarely recorded in the sect's records, and there is indeed no method of repair with absolute certainty."
He looked at Tang San, his gaze serious. "But as the Clear Sky Sect, I should mobilize all possible resources to seek a chance for your survival. However, the sect's resources concern the entire clan and cannot be used for personal gain. I will personally contact allies to search for secret techniques and do my best."
Tang Xiao paused, then continued, "The first step is to get Little San recognized as a member of the clan and properly listed in the family genealogy. Only by becoming a true disciple of the Clear Sky Sect will the elders see your talent and help you at all costs."
Upon hearing this, Tang Hao said in a trembling voice, "Thank you... thank you so much, brother!"
Tang Xiao waved his hand, his tone softening slightly. "We're family, let's not say things like that."
His gaze turned to Tang San, his expression solemn. " The Clear Sky Sect values strength above all else. If you wish to be recognized as a member of the sect, it must be decided by the entire sect at a grand assembly. All the sect elders will be present. You must face all doubts and tests with equanimity, and, when necessary, demonstrate your strength, character, and worth."
Tang San stood upright, clasped his hands in a deep bow, and said, " Tang San understands! I will certainly live up to Uncle's expectations!"
Tang Xiao nodded slightly and said to Tang Yuehua, "Instead of discussing it privately, let's put it out in the open. You take them to the side hall to rest first. I'll go and gather all the sect elders and core disciples now, and we'll settle this matter together today."
"Yes, elder brother." Tang Yuehua responded softly, helped Tang Hao up, and gestured for Tang San and Meng Yiran to follow.
After the group left, the secret room returned to silence.
Tang Xiao sat alone before the stone table, his fingers unconsciously tapping lightly on the surface, his gaze distant.
" Little Feng isn't here right now... perhaps that's actually a good thing," Tang Xiao sighed.
Tang Xiao knew that Tang Feng's parents, Tang Yi wife, had both died in battle because of the disaster caused by Tang Hao.
Over the years, Tang Feng had never mentioned Tang Hao, but he understood that this blood feud and the old grudges involving the sect had long been ingrained in his bones, and he would certainly not easily forgive his Brother Hao.
Now, Tang Feng has single-handedly brought back various opportunities for the sect, helping the entire sect achieve unimaginable breakthroughs, and has even helped the sect obtain Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring and Soul Bone multiple times...
His prestige within the sect had reached its zenith, and he was regarded by the entire sect as their future leader and the greatest hope for revenge.
If he were present at this moment, given his lingering resentment towards Tang Hao and his current influence within the sect, it would be virtually impossible for Tang San to acknowledge his ancestry and return to the clan.
Tang Xiao rubbed his temples, his gaze heavy. "But even if Little Feng isn't here... this matter probably won't be so easy."
Tang Yuehua led them to a side hall and closed the door behind them.
She turned to look at her brother and nephew, her face showing deep worry. "Second brother, Little San, the conference is approaching, there are some things... I need to explain to you first."
"Your attempt to reconnect with your ancestors will likely not go as smoothly as you imagine."
Tang Yuehua walked up to Tang San and sighed softly.
Tang San asked doubtfully, "Auntie, do you mean the sect elders will do everything they can to stop us?"
Tang Yuehua nodded, "That's right. In that bloody battle with the Spirit Hall back then, nearly half of the sect's disciples perished. Even if Second Brother returns the two inherited Soul Bone today, this old grudge will not be easily erased. The elders... especially those elders who personally experienced the pain of losing loved ones, harbor deep resentment in their hearts."
Tang San frowned, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "Aunt, since you know how difficult this is, do you have a solution?"
Tang Yuehua sat down in the chair and slowly said, "The sect's elders council is no longer the same as before. In addition to the original five uncles and elders, the patriarchs of the four clans of Strength, Defense, Agility, and Destruction have also been promoted to elders after returning to the sect. There are also two guest elders, Poison Douluo Senior Dugu and Nine Heart Begonia Clan Chief Ye. Of the thirteen elders in total, apart from Senior Dugu and Clan Chief Ye, the remaining eleven all belong to the original Haotian Sect system and, to varying degrees, harbor resentment towards what happened to Second Brother back then."
"To gain their approval, verbal explanations or pleas are of little use. In the Clear Sky Sect, only strength and value are the foundation of one's standing. You need to demonstrate to the elders the talent, combat prowess, and character that they can take seriously. Therefore, you might as well be a little tougher and prove with your strength that you have the ability to help the sect rebuild its glory."
At this moment, Tang Hao, who had been silent all along, suddenly seemed to understand something and spoke up, " Yuehua is right. The Clear Sky Sect has valued martial arts for generations, and they believe in 'might makes right' at their core. Back then, your uncle and I were able to establish ourselves in the sect and gain the respect of everyone, all through hard work and determination! Anyone who disagreed was beaten into submission; anyone who questioned us was silenced with our strength!"
He looked at Tang San, his eyes flashing with the sharpness of his past. "No need to be timid. You are my son, Tang Hao's son, possessing Twin Martial Souls, and your Blue Silver Emperor has awakened. Although you cannot use the Clear Sky Hammer for the time being, you have External Soul Bone and the Blue Silver Domain to protect you. When I was your age, my combat strength was far inferior to yours. In the tournament later, just stand tall, fight when you should fight, and let those old guys see if my son, Tang Hao's son, is qualified to bear the name 'Clear Sky '!"