Three figures emerged from the forest, two of whom looked quite familiar: Snake Granny and Meng Yiran.
The third person beside them was an elderly man who was tall and thin with white hair and a four-meter-long, bright silver dragon-head cane.
The old man was surrounded by eight soul rings—two yellow, three purple, and three black—that pulsed rhythmically up and down.
This person was none other than Long Gong Meng Shu.
The one who exclaimed in surprise was Meng Yiran, the granddaughter of the Dragon King.
"You...it's you again!"
Meng Yiran's eyes reddened as she glared at the two men. Without even thinking, she knew it was their doing!
Upon seeing this, especially after seeing Dongfang Yao, the Snake Woman frowned and whispered a few words in the Dragon Lord's ear.
The girl stepped forward and bowed respectfully, saying, "We meet again, Senior Snake Granny. This extraordinary senior must be the renowned Dragon Lord, right? I am Dongfang Yao, and I have long admired your name. It is my great honor to meet you today."
The moment the words fell,
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School guards, who had been lurking in the shadows, no longer concealed themselves and deliberately let out a trace of their aura that would be noticed by the Dragon Lord and Snake Lady.
Dragon Lord learned the girl's identity from Snake Granny and sensed that there were many hidden guards nearby, including two Soul Saints!
His complexion wasn't very good.
They had their chosen spirit beasts snatched away twice; if it had been someone else, they would definitely have demanded an explanation.
However, the other party's background was too powerful, and they really didn't dare to offend them easily.
Even with a lot of dissatisfaction, one can only swallow one's pride and bear it.
But on the surface, the imposing manner cannot be diminished.
Meng Shu said in a deep voice, "As expected of Sword Douluo's disciple, he has already cultivated to the Soul Master level at such a young age! To be honest, we have been chasing this human-faced demon spider for a whole day. If it weren't for its web being too difficult to deal with, it would have already become my granddaughter Yiran's soul ring."
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Yao was quite displeased.
What's with this old man's babbling on and on?
It's clearly your own incompetence that caused this. Even with the combined efforts of a Soul Douluo and a Soul Emperor, you couldn't even capture a thousand-year-old Soul Beast.
Although she was internally criticizing the other person, she didn't show it on her face.
The girl gave a wry smile and explained, "I understand what you're saying, but this human-faced spider suddenly appeared and attacked us. I had no choice but to use some tricks to protect myself."
The group looked down at the ground again, at the human-faced spider that had been neatly split in two.
Is this what you call a petty trick?
Dongfang Yao didn't care what they thought.
Having failed to protect his prey twice, he should reflect on his own incompetence.
Stop trying to pin the blame on me!
The girl continued, "It was my fault that your granddaughter lost her soul ring, and I am willing to make compensation. However, you two would certainly not be interested in compensation of mere gold soul coins. It just so happens that my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has a large collection of rare and precious materials. Perhaps there are some that you two would be interested in? It just so happens that I plan to return to the sect after leaving the Star Dou Great Forest. Why don't the three of you come with me?"
Upon hearing these words, the Snake Woman's face instantly turned extremely ugly, and the Dragon Lord's anger surged, his chest heaving violently.
Should I go back to your clan and demand compensation?
Are you kidding me?
So that your master and Bone Douluo can personally send this old bone of ours on its way?
Meng Shu slammed his dragon-headed cane down hard, and a powerful aura suddenly pressed down, making Tang San, who was standing to the side, feel breathless and almost unable to stand.
However, the old man could only flaunt his power in vain.
Seeing that Dongfang Yao was calm and fearless.
Meng Shu could only sigh inwardly.
If someone is an easy target with no connections, the Dragon King can easily crush them.
But he really couldn't afford to offend the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Even if the couple used their Martial Soul Fusion Technique to forcibly leave those present behind to silence them.
However, with so many guards lurking in the shadows, there are bound to be some who slip through the net.
Once the news reaches Sword Douluo and Ning Fengzhi, their families will surely face annihilation; even the extermination of nine generations of their clan would not be an exaggeration.
Unless the entire clan subsequently surrenders to the Spirit Hall.
After a long silence, Meng Shu suppressed his anger and said in a deep voice, "If there is an opportunity another day, I will personally pay you a visit. Let's skip it this time."
"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School awaits the arrival of the two seniors at any time," Dongfang Yao said with a polite smile.
Seeing that the matter was about to be dropped, Meng Yiran was not about to give up.
"Grandpa, you have to stand up for me!"
The spirit ring she had just acquired had slipped away again. How could she, young and impetuous, swallow this insult?
But she wasn't stupid; she knew that the girl had a powerful background and was not someone she could mess with.
Therefore, they focused their attention on Tang San.
After being reminded by her, the Dragon King and the Snake Queen instantly realized what was happening.
yes!
There's nothing we can do about Dongfang Yao, but we can control Tang San!
Meng Shu's gaze sharpened as he locked onto Tang San: "Tang San, no matter what, you have ruined my granddaughter's chance to obtain a soul ring twice. This cannot be left unresolved! I will give you two choices. First, join my family and become a member of the Meng family. Once you are family, the past will be forgiven, and I will do my utmost to cultivate you."
Meng Shu's tone appeared calm.
But that invisible pressure still made Tang San break out in a cold sweat.
So, Tang San subconsciously looked at Dongfang Yao, his eyes full of hope, hoping that she could lend a helping hand again.
Since she had already intervened and helped him escape from the clutches of the human-faced spider, he was now ready to accept the situation.
So at this moment, surely someone will step in to help him out of this predicament?
But who would have thought,
Dongfang Yao suddenly adopted a businesslike and unmoved attitude, and slowly said, "Tang San, if you are willing to swear by your martial soul that you will join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and never betray it, then I will take responsibility for this matter for you."
Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang were taken aback, clearly having forgotten about this.
It's obvious that she's getting old and her mind isn't working properly.
Tang San clenched his fists silently, his knuckles turning white.
"It's just saying a few words on my behalf to clarify my stance; it's a simple favor, is it that difficult?"
'This Dongfang Yao is far too narrow-minded!'
Tang San, suppressing his humiliation, pleaded, "We're both students at Shrek Academy, classmates, I'm begging you."
However, Dongfang Yao remained expressionless and asked again, "Do you want to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"
'Dongfang Yao!!!'
Tang San roared silently in his heart, his teeth clenched so tightly they made a grinding sound, his face so dark it was almost dripping with water, and the anger in his heart was about to burst forth!
But at this moment, he is already fortunate to have a choice.
Suddenly remembering something, he hurriedly asked, "If I join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and Xiao Wu fails to return safely, could you ask Sword Douluo to help search for her deep in the forest?"
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Yao almost burst out laughing in anger.
Let's not even discuss why a titled Douluo would risk venturing deep into the forest to search for a little girl.
You, Tang San, with your meager talent, dare to dream of ordering Title Douluos to do your bidding? That's utterly delusional!
Seeing Dongfang Yao shake her head and refuse again, Tang San gave up completely.
He then turned to Meng Shu and briefly explained the incident of Xiao Wu being kidnapped by the Titan Ape.
"What? A Titan Ape!" Chao Tianxiang exclaimed in shock, her face changing drastically. "Old man, we can't stay here any longer, we have to leave quickly!"
"With the strength of the two seniors, are you sure you can't deal with that Titan Giant Ape?" Tang San asked anxiously, still holding onto a sliver of hope.
Meng Shu immediately snorted coldly, and gave him a detailed explanation of the Titan Ape's terrifying strength.
Upon hearing this, Tang San felt as if he had fallen into an ice cave, and the last bit of hope in his heart was completely shattered.
The Titan Ape is already so powerful, and now it has an even stronger brother? Does Xiao Wu still have a chance to survive?
Although Dongfang Yao confidently assured that Xiaowu would be safe and sound
But how credible are the words of this extremely stingy person who won't even offer a polite word of help?
Even now, Tang San still couldn't understand why such a powerful soul beast would suddenly appear.
'Dongfang Yao led the way; could it be that she secretly led us here?'
Once this idea pops into your head, it grows like wildfire.
'Yes, that must be it! She knew that Titan Ape; she must have lured him here using some means!'
'Besides, she could have easily asked Sword Douluo to find Xiao Wu, so why did she refuse? Why?!'
At this moment, Tang San blamed all his mistakes and resentment on Dongfang Yao.
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