Admittedly, Qi Ling knew that what she said was somewhat unreasonable. After all, when you can't beat your opponent, it's the right thing to do to lay low for a while. However, what really bothered Qi Ling was that Qian Xunji wasn't dead, so why did the Clear Sky Sect still go into seclusion?
After voicing his question, Tang Hao sighed and said, "Actually, the Spirit Hall had long been wary of our Clear Sky Sect because our Clear Sky Sect's potential was too great. They were afraid that we would replace them sooner or later, so they had wanted to eliminate us as soon as possible."
"The matter concerning me and the Xiao San's mother was just an excuse they made up. It was precisely because of this that they were able to attack the Clear Sky Sect. In order to prevent them from having any leverage over me, I broke with the sect and went alone to seek revenge against the Spirit Hall."
"What? Uncle Hao, are you saying that the Clear Sky Sect really abandoned you to protect themselves?" Qi Ling asked in surprise. "What right do they have to ask you to atone for your sins? Blaming others for their own weakness—is this how the number one sect in the world behaves?!"
" Qi Ling, you don't understand. As members of a sect, we often have no choice in what we do! My elder brother, as the sect leader, made this decision for the sake of the entire clan. Otherwise, he would never have let me be in danger alone," Tang Hao said.
"Yes, life, Clear Sky Sect has indeed been preserved, but what about courage? What about backbone? What about dignity? How much of the Clear Sky Sect has been preserved?" Qi Ling said, "Anyway, Uncle Hao, I have something to tell you in advance!"
"If anyone from the Clear Sky Sect dares to make things difficult for Xiao San, don't blame me for not giving you face. I'll take on one if one comes, and two if two come! I don't care if the Clear Sky Sect is the number one sect in the world, all I know is that Xiao San is my brother!"
Tang Hao looked at Qi Ling in surprise. Only then did he realize that in the past year, Qi Ling seemed to have become even stronger, so strong that he could not even see the extent of Qi Ling power.
A year ago, even with his severe injuries, Tang Hao was confident that he would not lose to Qi Ling. But now, even at his peak, he probably wouldn't fare well against Qi Ling.
At the same time, Qi Ling's words had a profound impact on Tang Hao. He had always been thinking about the sect, but had he ever considered Tang San?
Although he is indeed his own son, the Clear Sky Sect has shown him absolutely no kindness, yet now they are forcing him to return to the sect to atone for his useless father's sins. Is this truly fair to him?
No, I can't let Tang San suffer because of my own mistakes! Otherwise, I'd be too selfish. But getting Tang San back to the sect to acknowledge his ancestors is something I absolutely must do. What should I do now?
Tang Hao couldn't help but look at Qi Ling. He knew that although Qi Ling said that, if he really put it into practice, even if it was for Tang San's sake, he wouldn't actually kill the people of the Clear Sky Sect.
Therefore, Tang Hao made a decision at this moment!
After Tang San settled his mother, Tang Hao called Tang San and Qi Ling to him and said, " Xiao San, once you've taken care of things here, you can head back to the sect. Don't worry about things here."
"When you return to the sect, you must be careful. If things truly become unmanageable, don't push yourself too hard. After all, it was my mistake that I made, and I'm making you bear the consequences. If you get injured because of this, I will have no face to see your mother again."
"Also, Qi Ling, I have a favor to ask of you." Tang Hao said, taking out a plaque from his person with the words "Haotian" written on it.
"This is my waist token. I'm the only one in the entire Clear Sky Sect who has it, so this token represents me. Until I'm officially expelled from the Clear Sky Sect Clear Sky Sect, not even the elders can stop you from entering."
Qi Ling was startled and said, " Uncle Hao, what do you mean by this?"
"You're right, Qi Ling. I only considered the Clear Sky Sect's interests, not Xiao San's," Tang Hao said. "So I want to ask you to go back with Xiao San. If anyone tries to make things difficult for him, please help him out."
Qi Ling had no reason to refuse Tang Hao's request. He had long been annoyed by the Clear Sky Sect, and if anyone dared to be so blind, he wouldn't hesitate to teach them a lesson.
"Don't worry, Uncle Hao, I know what I'm doing and won't go too far." Qi Ling smiled as she took Tang Hao's waist token and placed it in her Infinite Space.
Afterwards, in order to observe whether his mother was adapting to the environment, Tang San stayed for three days to observe her. During this time, he also prepared medicine suitable for Tang Hao to help him regulate his body.
After arriving at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, the Blue Silver Grass was growing at a speed visible to the naked eye, filling the two with hope for the resurrection of Tang San's mother. Tang Hao also had something to look forward to and began to cultivate diligently.
Once everything was settled, Qi Ling and Tang San left the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and embarked on their journey to the Clear Sky Sect.
At the same time, Tang San not only showed a mature sense of responsibility, but also a deep hatred. The hatred for killing his mother was irreconcilable, and moreover, his enemy was still alive. How could he possibly live in peace?
"Brother, I'm now grateful that Qian Xunji didn't die," Tang San said coldly. "Otherwise, how would I have had the chance to avenge Mother myself!"
Qi Ling then said, " Xiao San, you'll have to wait in line for this. I've already reserved Qian Xunji's head."
Tang San asked in surprise, "Brother, do you also have a grudge against Qian Xunji?"
"Of course, he bullied the woman I like; he deserves to die a thousand times over," Qi Ling said. "So, if there's a chance, I can't guarantee I'll leave him with you."
Hearing Qi Ling's words, Tang San was speechless and could only plead, "Then, big brother, could you leave me some? At least let me cut him a few times to vent my anger."
"Hehe, then let's see what you're capable of. If you can beat me, then he's yours," Qi Ling laughed.
Tang San sighed helplessly, "Then at least you have to leave me half, Big Brother!"
"No way! Do you think this is selling pigs, keeping half and half?" Qi Ling said. "At most, one leg, no more!"
Just after the two left, Tang Hao sat down in front of Blue Silver Grass and said softly, " Ah Yin, our son has grown up and become very outstanding, so outstanding that I feel ashamed of myself."
"He also has a great older brother who's very considerate of his Xiao San. Sometimes I even feel like he's more like Xiao San father than I am! Being a father like me is truly a failure, haha."
"Besides, they are both so outstanding. Sooner or later, they will surely become famous figures, and you will definitely be able to avenge your great grudge! Now, I will accompany you and let them go out into the wider world to explore."
" Qian Xunji, you'll regret it one day for getting involved with those two!"