Chapter 178: Soul Hunting Operation Begins

After everyone had been fooling around for a day, Zhao Wuji left first; Yang Xiong had originally thought Zhao Wuji would take Ning Rongrong, Oscar and Qin Shuang back to Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

But Ning Rongrong was clearly reluctant to part with this five‑year gathering, and she ended up clinging to Zhu Zhuqing, both unwilling to leave; even a few of the younger girls planned to talk through the night.

The first to leave was Tang San; after hearing everyone, Tang San missed Xiao Wu even more and immediately planned to go to the Star Dou Great Forest, also to acquire a Soul Ring.

Oscar, Dai Mubai, and Ma Hongjun, the three close friends, hung out together, apparently also planning to talk through the night.

Yang Xiong, watching the scene, also let out a slight sigh of relief.

Shrek Academy, located in Heaven Dou City, houses Flanders and Liu Erlong, two Soul Douluos, and they can even form an iron‑gold‑iron triangle, ensuring the safety of the few of them.

Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan also stay at Shrek Academy; they should also be safe.

Now Yang Xiong estimates that in two days the so‑called Spirit Hall Soul Hunting Operation will begin, but unfortunately neither Heaven Dou Imperial Family nor Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has any rumor, and even the scouts of various forces in the Spirit Hall have received no news.

Yang Xiong doesn't know how to communicate with Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan; should he tell them he can foresee the future? Should he tell them the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is about to be exterminated?

Not only will the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan not believe it, even Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect wouldn't, and some people doubt the source of the information.

Finally, Yang Xiong left Heaven Dou City alone and returned to Cloud Mist Mountain.

Compared with the crisis Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is about to face, this place is the real key to solving everything, and with Lin Gong and Zhao Wuji added to Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, at least a disastrous defeat can be avoided, and also their parents' safety can be ensured.

Moreover, what surprised Yang Xiong even more is that Dugu Bo is actually refining medicine together with Yang Wudi, and it looks like the two intend to seclude themselves to brew some kind of poison.

At this moment, Yang Xiong has no mind to cultivate, only watches the situation inside the Body Sect from the highest point of Cloud Mist Mountain.

Yang Xiong is more tormented than ever before, as if waiting for misfortune to arrive.

Time quickly passed to night, and the whole night sky seemed eerier than before.

Just as Yang Xiong felt extremely tormented, a figure rushed in front of him; it was Bai He.

Bai He looked extremely hurried, and his complexion was much more serious than before: "Sect Leader, according to the Min Clan's scouts, a large number of black‑clothed Soul Grandmasters have appeared outside Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, the exact number is unknown, and among them are many experts; they may be detrimental to the Sect."

Yang Xiong sprang up, seeming to feel a release: "Elder Bai He, roughly how many are on the other side, and which route are they taking toward Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect?"

Elder Bai He replied quickly: "Sect Leader, the number of these Soul Grandmasters is unknown, but at least several thousand. Because their formation is very long and they act extremely cautiously, our people dare not get too close, so we cannot assess their exact strength, but we can confirm that several Title Douluos are leading them."

"They are rapidly approaching Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect from the south, all wearing black clothes and carrying weapons; judging by the situation, they should be able to surround the entire Sect at great speed."

Yang Xiong quickly asked: "Elder Bai He, have you informed Sect Leader Ning Zong Zhu of Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect?"

Elder Bai He nodded: "The scouts have split into two routes and already notified Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect; they should be able to report directly to Sect Leader Ning, but at their marching speed they should arrive in about ten minutes, and Ning should receive the message at the same time as us."

Recently, Yang Xiong and Ning Fengzhi have been perfecting the defensive Xin Xi Wang Luo of the Min Clan; if the Min Clan has major news, they can report directly to Ning Fengzhi, ensuring rapid communication.

Yang Xiong did not hesitate: "Send a signal to summon all Elders immediately; this may be the moment when our Body Sect truly decides life or death."

"Also, Elder Bai He, please ask Senior Dugu Bo; tell him I have an important matter to discuss."

Bai He, seeing this, quickly launched a resonant arrow; a massive fireworks burst instantly enveloped the entire Cloud Mist Mountain.

In less than a minute, the whole Cloud Mist Mountain became active; apart from Lin Gong, the other four Grand Elders arrived before Yang Xiong, eyes full of confusion, and even Dugu Bo came over.

Yang Xiong quickly said: "Elders, Elder Bai He just received news that a large force is rushing to Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect; it should be a Soul Master Corps, numbering over several thousand, with a continuous stream of reinforcements, and several Title Douluos leading them."

The others were shocked, never expecting such a massive force to be preparing to attack Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

One must know that Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is one of the three great sects; other forces dare not even provoke it, let alone dispatch such a large Soul Master Corps.

Yang Wudi, with a serious expression, asked: "Sect Leader, has the Spirit Hall taken action?"

Yang Xiong nodded: "Aside from the Spirit Hall, no other faction possesses such a massive Soul Master Corps, nor so many Title Douluos."

"Since our Body Sect has allied with Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, we cannot shrink back at this critical moment; Elders, any objections?"

Niu Gao spoke first: "Of course there is no problem; since we allied with Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, we've reaped many benefits over the years, and now is our time to contribute."

"Although the Spirit Hall has many people and great power, we are not to be taken lightly; we must give them a heavy blow."

Long Gong Meng Shu also nodded: "The Spirit Hall has been domineering these years; if we don't align with them, we will be oppressed. Rather than sit and wait for death, it's better to resist with all our might, perhaps there is a chance."

Yang Wudi, even more valiant, asked: "What should we do now? Rush to reinforce Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect immediately?"

Yang Xiong glanced at the others: "Elders, since the Body Sect was founded, we have kept our sect hidden from the world; after the Spirit Hall launched a massive army against Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, it's about time our Body Sect emerges."

"I know everyone present holds a deep, blood‑soaked grudge against the Spirit Hall, so this time we must strike them hard, to show the Soul Master World that the Spirit Hall is not the sole dominant force, and that attacking others carries a price."

The four Grand Elders, upon hearing Yang Xiong, were shocked; although the Body Sect has existed for five years, it has always kept a low profile, and they didn't expect Yang Xiong to be waiting for this day; if they truly repel the Spirit Hall's attack, the Body Sect could become renowned worldwide upon its emergence.

The four Long Gong members solemnly said: "Please, Sect Leader, make arrangements; our Body Sect will surely awe the world."

Yang Xiong nodded: "Given the urgency, I, Senior Yang Wudi, and the two seniors Long Gong and She Po, the four of us will go first to Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, perhaps we can provide immediate support."

"Elder Bai He, stay stationed at Cloud Mist Mountain, gather all incoming information, and ensure the sect's internal safety, especially the Body Academy's safety."

"Senior Niu Gao, immediately gather all personnel of the Body Sect; once assembled, dispatch eighty percent of the Soul Masters to Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, ensuring all arrive within half an hour. The remaining twenty percent will reinforce the defense of Cloud Mist Mountain."

"I, along with Senior Yang Wudi and Seniors Long Gong and She Po, will blaze the trail ahead, ensuring your follow‑up forces have unobstructed passage."

Cloud Mist Mountain is a full 30 km from Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect; even a Title Douluo, who can fly, needs about ten minutes, while ordinary Soul Masters are slower, estimated 20‑plus minutes at full speed, meaning Niu Gao has only ten minutes to gather everyone.

Of course the 20 minutes is not fixed; if all were from the Min Clan, they'd be no slower than a Title Douluo, but a massive Soul Master Corps is hard to coordinate; with many types, 20 minutes is a reasonable target, especially since the Yu Yi Zu move slower.

At this moment, Niu Gao, without hesitation, nodded, immediately went out and transformed into a massive plated rhinoceros; a huge roar echoed across Cloud Mist Mountain—this was the Body Sect's highest mobilization order, requiring everyone to drop all tasks and assemble.

At this moment, Dugu Bo looked bewildered: "Old Goat, what exactly do you mean by the Body Sect?"

Yang Wudi, with a serious expression: "Old Poison, I can tell you now; everyone in Cloud Mist Mountain, including the Yu Yi Zu, Po Yi Zu, Min Clan, and Overlord Dragon Snake Clan, have formed a brand‑new sect, no longer attached to any power, called the Body Sect."

Dugu Bo, after a moment of confusion, pointed at Yang Xiong: "What does that little guy mean? Why do you call him Sect Leader?"

Yang Wudi, with a proud face: "That's normal; Yang Xiong is the Sect Leader of our Body Sect, and also its founder."

Seeing Dugu Bo still wanted to ask, Yang Xiong quickly said: "Senior Dugu, now is not the time for such talk; the Spirit Hall is dispatching a massive army to attack Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, we must go immediately to assist; please come with me to help."

Senior Dugu Bo quickly declined: "I have always been idle and do not wish to involve myself in Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect's troubles; otherwise, being targeted by the Spirit Hall would be troublesome."

"Moreover, with Chenxin, Gu Rong and Lin Gong, plus Ning Fengzhi's assistance, those few thousand bandits probably aren't enough to kill Chenxin."

Yang Xiong quickly said: "Senior Dugu Bo, the Spirit Hall's onslaught is fierce and has long targeted my two teachers; aren't you famed as invincible in group battles? Now is the time to show your strength."

Senior Dugu Bo looked at Yang Xiong with contempt: "You little monster, don't think you can drag me into this; I still want to live longer; I've experienced far more than you, the Spirit Hall's depths are unfathomable, and as a solitary old man I'm not inclined to provoke them."

Yang Xiong's face flushed with anger: "Old Poison, have you forgotten that you once owed me a favor? In this crisis you now want to be a turtle."

"Moreover, the Spirit Hall's onslaught, once they finish dealing with Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, won't they turn on the Heaven Dou Empire? You are a Guest Elder of the Heaven Dou Empire."

Dugu Bo also roared in anger: "Fine, you little thief, when did I ever owe you a favor?"

Yang Xiong laughed heartily: "I didn't expect Old Poison, you're also someone who doesn't keep accounts. Do you remember our first meeting? I specifically asked senior Yang Wudi to help you purge the toxins, and you said you'd owe me a favor."

Dugu Bo was suddenly at a loss for words upon hearing this; he hadn't imagined that his casual remark back then would now bring such a huge trouble.

Yang Wudi hurriedly spoke: "Old Poison, the matter is now critical, the situation urgent; we should first go to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to assist. If we truly encounter a dangerous situation later, at worst I'll fight to the death, and you can just run away on your own."

Dugu Bo's face flushed with anger: "Old Goat, what do you think I am? You underestimate me too much. It's just the Spirit Hall, after all. Haven't I offended them as many times as you have?"

Seeing that Dugu Bo agreed, the five prepared to sprint toward the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

However, since only Title Douluo can Flight, Dugu Bo reluctantly used soul power to drag Yang Xiong and Yang Wudi, while Dragon Lord used soul power to drag Snake Madam and Chao Tianxiang; the five became a black shadow flying toward the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

In Cloud Mist Mountain, everyone moved swiftly; the Min Clan quickly flew hundreds of li around the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, clearly to achieve rapid information transmission.

Niu Gao quickly gathered everyone, and each looked unusually excited, after all this was the Body Sect's first true battle upon emergence.

(End of chapter)