Chapter 117: I, Tang Hao, Want to Challenge Qin Xuan
"If Senior Tang Chen returns one day, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan is willing to honor the Clear Sky Sect, and then unite with the Two Great Empires."
"We will return a bright and clear world to the Spirit Master's world and the Douluo Continent."
Ning Fengzhi's words were full of fighting spirit, making one's adrenaline surge, and even the Haotian Twin Stars were
greatly stirred.
However, Tang Tian knew his own situation.
The outside world rumored that his father, Tang Chen, had disappeared.
In reality, he had gone out to seek an opportunity to become a god. Whether he succeeded or not, he might never be able to return.
They would never wait until the day Tang Chen returned.
Moreover, Spirit Hall's High Priest, Qian Daoliu, was not only his father's rival but also a good friend with whom he had conversed happily in their youth.
Although the relationship between Spirit Hall and the Clear Sky Sect was not as harmonious as when his father was present, it was far from hostile.
If he were to needlessly agree to Ning Fengzhi's absurd plan to destroy Spirit Hall, it would undoubtedly bring disaster to the Sect and ignite a war.
What's more, the Two Great Empires had constant friction and continuous wars, so how could they be united just because Ning Fengzhi said so?
Such remarks were pure, desperate nonsense.
"School Master Ning, you exaggerate."
"This matter is not for me alone to decide; I still need to return to the Sect and discuss it with the Elders."
"Xiao'er, see them out."
Tang Tian stood up and walked to the window, turning his back to Ning Fengzhi, issuing an order to dismiss the guests.
He neither agreed nor disagreed.
Those who could reach the position of Sect Master were all old foxes who valued the interests of their own Sect more than anyone else.
Tang Tian was not so foolish as to believe Ning Fengzhi's nonsense.
"School Master Ning, please."
Tang Xiao said indifferently to Ning Fengzhi.
"Sect Master Tang, Brother Tang Xiao, Brother Tang Hao, Fengzhi bids farewell."
Ning Fengzhi was not angry; after all, his purpose for coming had already been achieved.
Next, he would go to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's residence to meet Yu Yuanzhen.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's residence was arranged in another inn.
As the two walked along the corridor, Sword Douluo transmitted his Spirit Power and asked, "Sect Master, is this really alright?"
"Once this matter is leaked, Spirit Hall will likely not let it go."
He felt that Ning Fengzhi was somewhat too abnormal today.
It was one thing for the Upper Three Sects to be connected, but he actually wanted to unite the Two Great Empires, and even the power of the entire continent, to oppose Spirit Hall.
It was truly too fanciful.
"Tang Tian understands the principle that the lips die when the teeth are cold."
"They will never leak this matter and allow my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to be destroyed."
"Moreover, there might be other surprises tomorrow."
Ning Fengzhi's mind flashed with Tang Hao's angry appearance, and his originally gentle and elegant face actually showed a sinister cold smile.
As soon as Ning Fengzhi left, the room fell silent again.
"Father, just now Ning Fengzhi… he…" Tang Xiao looked at Tang Tian, somewhat hesitantly.
"Ning Fengzhi's thoughts are too deep; you should interact with him less in the future."
Tang Tian raised his hand, interrupting him.
"Yes, Father."
Tang Xiao respectfully responded, and then heard Tang Tian say, "Hao'er. Your killing intent still seems to be uncontrollable."
"If you continue like this, it will be too easy to expose yourself outside."
"It just so happens that your sister is in Spirit City, and her innate Domain has the effect of calming killing intent."
[Inorin's Note: This refers to Tang Yuehua, Tang Hao's sister, whose innate Domain (Noble Circle) can pacify negative emotions and killing intent, despite her only having Level 9 Spirit Power.]
"This time, why don't you return to the Sect with me first, and after purifying yourself, then go out for experience."
"Uh…" Tang Hao's face showed an awkward expression. "Father, please spare me."
"Letting me learn those etiquettes and musical instruments with Yuehua? I really can't handle it."
"Moreover, what if it's easy to expose myself? Whoever dares to provoke me, I'll hammer him."
"Hmm?" Tang Tian frowned, glaring at Tang Hao.
Seeing this, Tang Hao knew that his father was angry, and quickly added, "There are still six years until the ten-year training period is over."
"Why don't I go back to Yuehua to purify myself after I finish training with Big Brother? Perhaps by then, I'll even be inheriting the position of Sect Master, and I can learn etiquette along the way."
Tang Tian pondered for a moment. "Alright, interrupting the training will greatly reduce its effectiveness."
"Then wait until you finish your training to study; by then, don't even think about backing out."
"Definitely, definitely."
Tang Hao awkwardly scratched the back of his head.
Then he changed the subject and said seriously, "Father, tomorrow at the Sect Competition, I plan to publicly challenge Qin Xuan of Spirit Hall."
Tang Tian frowned but did not directly refuse.
Instead, he asked for the reason, "Can you tell me why?"
Tang Hao said seriously, "I want to win some prestige for the Sect."
"Although Ning Fengzhi had an element of sowing discord just now, it is a fact that Qin Xuan, and even Spirit Hall, do not take my Clear Sky Sect seriously."
"If I were to defeat that famous 'Second Majesty' of Spirit Hall in a public setting through a sparring match, I believe Spirit Hall would have no reason to make trouble for my Clear Sky Sect."
"Moreover, my Clear Sky Sect is not as easily bullied as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan."
"With you, Father, and six Spirit Douluo Elders guarding us, plus the Clear Sky Sect's formation left by Grandpa, even if Jingni Douluo disregards the dignity of a strong person and attacks my Clear Sky Sect, my Clear Sky Sect will not fear."
After listening to Tang Hao's words, Tang Tian nodded with satisfaction. "I am very pleased that you can think this way, Father. Go ahead boldly, Father fully supports you."
Being able to become the Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, Tang Tian was not a weak or easily bullied person.
On the contrary, under the influence of his father Tang Chen's invincible status on the ground, and having defeated the High Priest of Spirit Hall, becoming the World's Number One Sect, and possessing the World's Number One Tool Spirit, he was more overbearing than anyone else.
When he was young, he was full of vigor and would hammer anyone he disliked.
It was only after becoming the Sect Master that he had to consider all aspects of things, and with his father Tang Chen, the Sect's strongest person, leaving the Sect, his style of action became somewhat hesitant and cautious.
Now, from Tang Hao, he seemed to see a reflection of his younger self.
It was time to let the world see the Clear Sky Sect's heritage.
Moreover, he did not believe that Qin Xuan would be a match for his son, Tang Hao.
Leaving aside the 3-level Spirit Power difference between them, the reason his son Tang Hao could be hailed as a once-in-a-century genius of the Clear Sky Sect was not just his fast cultivation speed.
More importantly, at a young age, he had mastered the highest realm of the Disorder Splitting Wind Hammer, "Nine-Nine Return to One," and all of the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes.
He even broke out of the City of Slaughter at the age of 28, obtaining the Slaughter God Domain.
And now, he had gathered almost a complete set of Spirit Bones, including two Clear Sky Sect inherited Spirit Bones.
With so many advantages, it was definitely not something that Qin Xuan's 100,000-year Spirit Ring could compare to, even if Qin Xuan very likely also had a 100,000-year Spirit Bone.
He would still not be a match for his son.
"Thank you, Father."
Tang Hao bowed excitedly.
"Mm."
Tang Tian nodded. "However, you still cannot kill Qin Xuan."
"Although my Clear Sky Sect does not fear Jingni Douluo, she once said that anyone who dares to harm Qin Xuan, she will hunt them down to the ends of the earth."
"Just this one sentence deterred Sword Douluo, who wanted to make a move. You are still young; you cannot be foolish."
"I thought that kid was so amazing; turns out he's just a gigolo."
Tang Hao grinned.
As soon as these words came out, the originally suppressed atmosphere in the room instantly vanished, becoming relaxed and cheerful.
Tang Tian and Tang Xiao exchanged glances, and together with Tang Hao, the three father and son burst into laughter in unison.
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