Chapter 64: The Debt of a Father's Murder, I, Tang San, Must Repay

The power of Tang Hao's self-detonation erupted completely at this moment, and the terrifying energy fluctuations swept over like a tide, instantly slamming into the protective barrier.

The protective barrier vibrated violently, its runes flickering madly as if they might shatter at any moment.

However, under the reinforcement of the Heavenly Phoenix power, the protective barrier stubbornly blocked the power of Tang Hao's self-detonation.

The energy fluctuations raged within the protective barrier but were unable to break through its defense.

"Crack—!"

Cracks appeared on the surface of the protective barrier, but they were instantly repaired by the Heavenly Phoenix power.

Outside the protective barrier, Bibi Dong's face was pale, and a trace of blood spilled from the corner of her mouth, but she still gritted her teeth and persisted, not daring to slacken in the slightest.

"Boom—!"

The power of Tang Hao's self-detonation finally gradually dissipated, and the energy fluctuations outside the protective barrier also gradually calmed down.

Bibi Dong let out a long sigh of relief, and the protective barrier slowly dissipated; her body swayed slightly, and she nearly failed to stand steady.

"Lord Pope!" Ghost Douluo and the others hurriedly stepped forward to support Bibi Dong, their eyes filled with worry.

Bibi Dong waved her hand, signaling that she was unharmed. Her gaze fell upon Zhexian in the void, and a complex look flashed in her eyes: "Many thanks to you, Excellency, for your assistance."

Zhexian's expression was indifferent, and he did not respond to Bibi Dong's words.

He lightly flicked his sleeves, his gaze sweeping over the crowd below, finally resting on the place where Tang Hao had fallen.

At this moment, Tang Hao had completely lost his breath, his body broken and mangled, barely recognizable as a human form.

Tang San knelt beside Tang Hao, his hands clenched tightly into fists, his fingernails digging deep into his palms, and blood dripped down between his fingers. His eyes were filled with tears, yet he forced himself not to cry out loud.

Xiao Wu, Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, and the others stood behind him, their expressions grave, their eyes filled with grief and rage.

"Father..." Tang San's voice was low and hoarse, as if squeezed from the depths of his throat. His body trembled slightly, his mind constantly replaying the scene of Tang Hao pushing him away at the very end.

"San-ge..." Xiao Wu gently held Tang San's hand, her eyes filled with heartache. She knew that at this moment, Tang San's heart was filled with self-reproach and pain.

Zhexian walked before him, holding his Jade Flute lightly, his expression as indifferent as autumn water, as if nothing in the world could disturb the peace within his heart.

His gaze swept over Tang San and the others, his eyes devoid of the slightest ripple, as if the people before him were nothing more than ants.

"You are Tang San?" Zhexian's voice was as cold and clear as jade, carrying a trace of faint indifference.

Tang San raised his head, his eyes filled with hatred and rage, meeting Zhexian's gaze without fear. His voice was hoarse and low: "You killed my father; this debt of today, I, Tang San, will surely repay!"

Zhexian raised his eyebrows slightly, a trace of faint mockery flashing in his eyes.

He did not speak, but the contempt contained in his gaze made the anger in Tang San's heart burn even brighter.

Tang San gritted his teeth, his fists clenching tighter, his fingernails almost embedding into his flesh. His body trembled slightly, but the determination in his eyes did not diminish in the slightest: "Even if I am no match for you now, one day, I will kill you with my own hands!"

Hearing this, the corners of Zhexian's mouth lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile. That smile carried a touch of elegance, yet it also revealed a trace of cold murderous intent: "That depends on whether you can live until then, Excellency!"

Before the words had faded, Zhexian's figure suddenly vanished from where he stood, and the next moment he appeared before Tang San.

He raised his hand, his fingertips condensing a sharp strand of Immortal Qi, pointing directly at the center of Tang San's brow.

That soul power was not violent; instead, it was as gentle as a clear spring, but the murderous intent contained within it made one's hair stand on end.

"Stop!"

"Don't touch San-ge!"

"Senior, please be magnanimous and spare Xiao San's life!"

The people from Shrek Academy hurriedly walked to Tang San's side.

"Stop!" Xiao Wu was the first to rush forward, blocking in front of Tang San, her eyes filled with resolution. Her voice trembled, yet it carried an unquestionable firmness: "If you want to kill him, kill me first!"

Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, Ma Hongjun, Oscar, and the others also stepped forward one after another, shielding Tang San behind them. Although their eyes held fear, there was more loyalty and reluctance to part with their companion.

Ning Rongrong bit her lip, a trace of struggle flashing in her eyes, but in the end, she still stood out. She took a deep breath and gathered her courage to say: "Senior, although Tang San's words were offensive, he was only acting on impulse. I beg you, Senior, to show mercy and spare his life!"

Her voice was crisp, yet it carried a trace of trembling; clearly, she was filled with dread toward Zhexian.

On the spectator platform, the moment Ning Fengzhi saw Ning Rongrong stand out, his face turned pale instantly. He stood up abruptly, his eyes filled with anxiety and worry: "Rongrong! Do not be reckless!"

Sword Douluo Chenxin and Bone Douluo Gurong also had grave expressions, the soul power in their hands surging faintly, ready to strike at any moment. They knew Zhexian's strength well; if Ning Rongrong angered him, the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect might suffer a catastrophe.

However, Ning Rongrong seemed not to hear Ning Fengzhi's call, still standing firmly in front of Tang San. Although her eyes held fear, there was more concern and reluctance to part with her companion.

Zhexian's gaze swept over the people blocking in front of Tang San, a trace of faint mockery flashing in his eyes.

His voice was as cold and clear as jade, carrying a trace of indifference: "You few are indeed loyal and righteous, but the outcome remains unchanged."

As his words fell, the Immortal Qi at his fingertips erupted suddenly, transforming into an invisible wave that bore down upon the people blocking in front of Tang San.

"Careful!" Dai Mubai shouted in a low voice, his White Tiger Martial Soul instantly possessing him, attempting to block that wave of Immortal Qi. However, his White Tiger Barrier was as fragile as paper before that Immortal Qi, instantly shattered.

Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Ma Hongjun, and the others also released their soul skills one after another, attempting to resist, but their soul power appeared so insignificant before Zhexian.

Ning Rongrong gritted her teeth, and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in her hand suddenly burst forth with dazzling light. She shouted in a low voice: "Seven Treasures Turn Out Glazed, one is Power, two is Speed, three is Soul!"

The light of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda enveloped the crowd, attempting to boost their strength.

However, even so, they were still unable to resist Zhexian's wave of Immortal Qi.

Zhexian looked at Ning Rongrong indifferently, a trace of faint mockery in his eyes: "Rongrong, you seem to have forgotten something."

As his words fell, the Immortal Qi at his fingertips suddenly intensified, directly blasting the crowd away.

"Puff—!"

Xiao Wu, Dai Mubai, and the others spat blood and fell to the ground, their faces as pale as paper. Ning Rongrong was also knocked back several steps, the light of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in her hand dimming; clearly, she had suffered no light injury.

Tang San watched his companions get injured to protect him, his eyes filled with pain and self-reproach. He gritted his teeth, stood up abruptly, and flames of unyielding spirit burned in his eyes: "Zhexian! The person you want to kill is me, it has nothing to do with them! If you have the ability, come at me!"

(End of chapter)