"We've arrived. This must be the place Father mentioned," Tang San said, looking at a sheepskin map in his hand.
Following Tang Hao's instructions, the two arrived at a small mountain village more than 300 kilometers away from Heaven Dou City, but they couldn't connect the small village in front of them with the Clear Sky Sect in the world.
But Qi Ling soon discovered that the area was surrounded by mountains and sparsely populated. If one did not search intentionally, one would never have discovered that there was such a small mountain village at the foot of the mountain, let alone that the number one sect in the world Clear Sky Sect, would be located on the mountain behind this village.
"So this is the Clear Sky Sect?" Qi Ling looked up at the towering mountains that reached into the clouds. They were easy to defend and difficult to attack, making them the best defensive measure for the Clear Sky Sect. With just a small number of Soul Master, they could completely defend this place.
"It seems the Clear Sky Sect is really afraid of death. A group of Power Attack System Soul Master chose such a cramped place to be stationed. Their lives must not be very comfortable," Qi Ling said.
Tang San said rather awkwardly, "Brother, you can't say that. The sect made this decision for the safety of the majority."
"Being afraid of death is being afraid of death, and that's not a bad thing," Qi Ling said as she walked into the village. "The instinct to seek advantage and avoid harm is a biological one. Look at your older brother, I've never challenged anyone stronger than myself."
Tang San gave a wry smile. Indeed, but it seems there aren't many left who are stronger than you, Big Brother.
With the mindset of "since we're here, let's make the best of it," the two of them walked into this quaint little mountain village together.
Despite his many grievances against the Clear Sky Sect, Qi Ling had to admit that a sect that could abandon all worldly riches and endure for twenty years must possess extremely powerful energy; once it made its move, it would astound everyone.
In this world, perhaps only these blacksmiths could do such a thing. Just like refined iron that has undergone countless hammerings, only by enduring everything can you obtain everything.
Upon arriving in the village, the two were quickly met by the villagers, who, with cold expressions, did not hesitate to tell them to leave.
After some conversation, Tang San summoned his Clear Sky Hammer, and the villagers finally believed that he was a member of the Clear Sky Sect. However, they still did not intend to let Qi Ling go.
"Sigh, stop talking so much nonsense. If you can't make the decision, then let someone who can! My brother's Clear Sky Hammer isn't fake, is it?" Qi Ling finally said impatiently.
The villagers thought it made sense; now that Tang San's identity had been confirmed, they should let their own sect handle it.
The villagers then took the two to an empty room to rest and sent someone to inform the sect. Not long after, hurried footsteps were heard outside, and then several men dressed in gray appeared at the door.
The leader sized up Tang San and Qi Ling, and said arrogantly, "Which of you is Tang San?"
These words were undoubtedly rude, and the tone was filled with hostility. But Tang San knew that the people from the sect definitely had a negative opinion of him, so he didn't care and said, "I am Tang San."
"I am Tang Si!" Qi Ling said from the side.
Hearing Qi Ling's words, the others looked at him with puzzled expressions. Qi Ling shrugged and said, "Just kidding, I'm his brother, Qi Ling."
"His brother? You're also a disciple of my Clear Sky Sect?" the man asked in confusion, as he hadn't heard of any other members of his clan wandering outside.
"You wish! I'm not a member of your Clear Sky Sect!" Qi Ling said. "I'm his brother, but I have absolutely no connection to your Clear Sky Sect, understand?"
The man was still somewhat confused, but he understood one thing: Qi Ling had come here to cause trouble. So he Lingling said, "Since you're not a disciple of my Clear Sky Sect, please leave! You're not welcome here."
"No way! I've been entrusted with this task. I must make sure Xiao San goes up to the Clear Sky Sect and comes back safely. Not a single hair on her head can be missing!" Qi Ling said.
"Insolence!" the man roared. "Do you think my Clear Sky Sect is a marketplace? You can't just come and go as you please!"
Qi Ling retorted angrily, "What? You think your Clear Sky Sect is any better than a vegetable market? Have you ever seen a vegetable market that's been closed for twenty years?"
"How dare you insult my Clear Sky Sect! Since that's the case, neither of you will get up there!" the man said angrily.
"Whether you can get up there or not isn't up to you," Qi Ling suddenly laughed. "No one can stop me from going where I want to go."
"Hmph, wishful thinking! Our Clear Sky Sect disciples are on guard above the sect. Without our guidance, you won't get up there!" the man said.
"Hehe, that's easy then. Since we can't get up without your guidance, I'll have to ask you to lead the way!" Qi Ling said.
"Are you deaf? I've already told you, I'm not going to lead the way, so give up on that idea!" the man said.
"That's not up to you. I'll say it again, no one can stop me from going where I want to go!" Qi Ling said, as ominous blood-red Soul Power surged from her body, and the Blood Devil Emperor Martial Soul was summoned.
Sixth Soul Skill: Blood Sea!
Instantly, a sea of blood surged forth, engulfing everyone in front of them. Several men from the Clear Sky Sect tried to resist, but found that they couldn't even summon their Martial Soul.
As Soul Skill of Six Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring, and personally crafted by the Blood Devil Emperor, the Blood Sea's power is incredibly strong! Within this Blood Sea, everything is under Qi Ling's control. Not to mention those few top Soul Emperor, even Titled Douluo would have to put in a lot of effort to break free.
Moreover, if Qi Ling is willing, she can utilize the other abilities of the Blood Sea to quickly control these people and make them lead her to the Clear Sky Sect. Even if they know that she is an enemy of the Clear Sky Sect, they will not resist in any way.
Faced with this unknown power, the disciples of the Clear Sky Sect were stunned, their Middle God filled with fear. As the owner of the Clear Sky Hammer, the number one Tool Martial Soul in the world, they couldn't even summon their Martial Soul. What a huge gap that was!
In the world of Soul Master, the strong are respected. As long as you are strong enough, you can get everything you want, including the respect of others. At least at this moment, the way these disciples of the Clear Sky Sect look at Qi Ling is completely different.
Of course, Qi Ling didn't intend to actually kill these people. She was there to help the Xiao San reconcile, not to make enemies. It would be terrible if someone died.
Demonstrating power was merely a means, a way to put pressure on the Clear Sky Sect, not the goal itself. So, seeing that the time was right, Qi Ling hurriedly and secretly kicked Tang San, then gave him a wink.
Tang San and Qi Ling's tacit understanding was self-evident; he immediately grasped the meaning and stepped forward, saying, "Brother, please stop! These people are my fellow clansmen, connected to me by blood. Please, for my sake, spare their lives!"