Chapter 207: Chapter 207: The Soul Emperor, Tang Yuehua
"Clear Sky Sect!"
"The legendary Clear Sky Sect, leader of the Seven Great Sects!"
"Who would have thought the Tang Sect had such influence, even enough to draw out the reclusive Clear Sky Sect!"
As soon as the middle-aged man appeared, many were left in shock.
Over a decade ago, the Clear Sky Sect had withdrawn from the world, abandoning all worldly conflicts. Nobody knew their whereabouts. Even during the Heaven Dou Empire's grandest events, such as the emperor's annual birthday celebrations, the sect remained hidden. Today, for the first time in years, the Clear Sky Sect made a public appearance for the Tang Sect's founding. Could this mean they were planning to return to the world?
Many could not help but wonder.
"Zhuqing, what's wrong? The man really is Tang Xiao, son of the previous Clear Sky Sect Master. Is there something amiss?" Zhu Tianzheng, noticing Zhu Zhuqing's tense expression as well as the uneasy looks on Ma Hongjun, Dai Mubai, and Meng Yiran, asked with curiosity.
Seeing Tang Xiao's arrival, Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, and Meng Yiran all shared a solemn look.
Those who had been by Mu Chen's side for a long time knew of the past conflicts between him and the Clear Sky Sect. Several of the sect's elders, Titled Douluo, had suffered greatly due to Mu Chen, with some injured to the point of permanent retreat.
Mu Chen and the Clear Sky Sect did not have the best relationship; in fact, they were practically on bad terms. Given Mu Chen's disruptive past with them, Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, and Meng Yiran couldn't help but worry if the Clear Sky Sect was here to stir trouble.
"Tang San, I may be your uncle, but are you really going to make me stand here like this?" Tang Xiao walked directly to Tang San, a faint smile on his face.
"Please, this way," Tang San said courteously, leading Tang Xiao to a prominent seat. "Today is the founding day of the Tang Sect, and I have matters to tend to. Please make yourself comfortable here; if you need anything, just ask the attendants." His tone was polite yet distant, as if he were hosting a stranger.
"Tang San, do you still bear a grudge against the Clear Sky Sect?" Tang Xiao asked, blocking Tang San as he attempted to walk away.
Tang San fell silent.
If it weren't for the Clear Sky Sect's old ways, his grandfather would not have been forced to his death, and his father, Tang Hao, would not have been cast out.
Tang Hao had only fought to protect his loved ones. Was that so wrong? Yet, the Clear Sky Sect had branded it a crime, forcing Tang Hao to watch his father die and stripping him of his family name.
Tang San could not forgive the sect's elders for such injustice.
"Today is a day of celebration for the Tang Sect. Let's not speak of this," Tang San replied coolly.
"Tang San, I am your uncle. I was powerless to stop your grandfather's passing, and removing your father's name from the family register was out of necessity. The second elder no longer involves himself with the sect, and the Clear Sky Sect isn't what it once was. Will you return to help your uncle? If you do, I am ready to step down as sect leader in your favor," Tang Xiao confessed.
After Mu Chen's assault on the Clear Sky Sect years ago, the sect had been in hiding, gradually losing its influence. Now, Tang San was their only hope for revival.
"Uncle, I am forever loyal to the Tang Sect and to Mu Chen. I have no intention of leaving," Tang San replied with a faint smile. He offered Tang Xiao the courtesy of calling him "uncle" out of respect for his father's brother.
"Announcing the arrival of Tang Yuehua, master of the Yue Xuan Pavilion and disciple of the Tang Sect Master!"
"Yuehua?"
Tang Xiao's eyes widened in surprise as everyone turned toward the mountain gate, where a woman approached gracefully.
She appeared to be in her late twenties, though her gaze held a wisdom that belied her youthful appearance. Clad in a silver gown, she moved with an elegance only comparable to the Spirit Hall's Pope, Bibi Dong. Yet, unlike Bibi Dong, she radiated a noble air devoid of oppressive power.
Moreover, the faint aura of soul power emanating from her identified her as a soul master, and a rather formidable one at that.
"Tang Yuehua?"
"She's actually a disciple of Mu Chen, the Tang Sect Master?"
"The age gap between them is quite significant, and Tang Yuehua has long been a renowned figure in the aristocracy of Heaven Dou City. With all her talents, she's taken someone over ten years her junior as her master? The Tang Sect Master must be truly extraordinary!"
Many onlookers felt a renewed sense of respect for Mu Chen. If a distinguished woman like Tang Yuehua had accepted him as her master, then his reputation was clearly no exaggeration.
"Yuehua, you're back!" Ning Rongrong stepped forward, warmly embracing Tang Yuehua.
"Yes, I'm back," Tang Yuehua replied with a smile.
"Did you manage to gain the Killing God Domain?" Ning Rongrong asked.
"Of course. My Killing God Domain has merged with my Noble Circle Domain to form a unique, unprecedented domain," Tang Yuehua said proudly.
"I noticed your soul power seems quite high—around the sixtieth rank, right?" Ning Rongrong continued, impressed.
"Good eye, Rongrong. I am now at the sixty-sixth rank," Tang Yuehua replied.
"Sister, are you saying that during your time away, you not only ventured into the Slaughter City but also broke through to become a sixty-sixth-ranked Soul Emperor?" Tang Xiao, unable to contain his curiosity, interrupted, looking at her in disbelief.
"Yes, brother. To be precise, I am a Soul Emperor at the sixty-sixth rank," Tang Yuehua replied with a gentle smile that could melt hearts.
Soul masters progress through ranks, starting as soul warriors, then becoming soul masters, grand soul masters, and so on. Tang Yuehua, without any soul rings, was currently a sixty-sixth-rank soul warrior. Once she obtained six soul rings, she would immediately become a Soul Emperor.
"How did you manage it?" Tang Xiao asked, astonished.
Tang Xiao and his father had exhausted every possible means to help Tang Yuehua cultivate, yet nothing had ever worked. Now, she had not only broken through her limitations but had also reached the formidable rank of sixty-sixth.
"I owe it all to my master. Speaking of which, where is he?" Tang Yuehua looked around but did not see Mu Chen.
"The Tang Sect Master has arrived!"
At that moment, three figures descended from above. Two women stood beside a strikingly handsome man. Normally, this would be unremarkable—except the man had his arms around both beauties, holding them close by their waists.
This was a sight that stirred the envy of every man present.
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