Chapter 203: The Attitude of the Three Major Single‑Attribute Families

Tai Tan seemed to think of something at that moment: "Young Master, if you want to win over the three major families of single attribute, I suggest you start with the Min Clan."

"Although the Min Clan has had a harder time these years, its relationship with you has actually become closer; the clan head Bai He is your great‑uncle, and that bond cannot be erased."

Tang San was overjoyed to hear this; if that connection exists, it could be a very good breakthrough.

After Tang San and Tai Tan's party arrived at Cloud Mist Mountain, the state of the mountain left everyone unusually astonished.

The guards here are not only strict, but countless defensive structures keep appearing, giving a very rigorous appearance.

Moreover, the whole Cloud Mist Mountain looks thriving, not at all like a temporary encampment, but more like a vibrant large sect.

One must know that, compared with ordinary small forces, the most crucial aspects of a large sect are its image and the internal cultivation of its members.

The larger the sect, the stricter its internal regulations, even a complete training system, and countless Simulated Environments keep emerging.

On Cloud Mist Mountain there is not only a massive corporeal academy, but its aura is unmistakably powerful, with faint shouts that seem to be sect disciples training hard.

Tang San and Tai Tan arrived at the venue where the Yu Yi Zu held a gathering; after being notified, the party swiftly entered a huge hall.

The hall was extremely luxurious, with endless varieties of wine and precious dishes; even ordinary people could tell that the Yu Yi Zu spent a lot on this gathering.

Niu Gao bared his chest, holding a massive goblet: "Old Orangutan, why are you so late? Take a seat quickly; the rest of us have been waiting for you."

"Being able to be late even when it's so close, you must first drink three penalty cups, or else you'd be disrespecting the brothers who waited so long for you."

Tai Tan laughed loudly: "Drinking is no problem, but you have to surpass me in strength; otherwise you'll have to drink together with me."

The two hulking men simultaneously spread their arms, their firm chests colliding heavily, as if displaying terrifying power, emitting a booming "Bang!".

Tai Tan seemed to take a slight loss, stepping back a bit, but soon the two embraced and laughed heartily; their embrace looked like another clash of strength.

"Well done, Old Rhino, using your breakthrough to Title Douluo to bully me—no way!"

Niu Gao laughed: "Well done, Old Orangutan, your strength has increased, but unfortunately I've increased even more."

The two old brothers performed a simple clash together, apparently their unique way of communicating.

Niu Gao laughed: "We've been waiting for you; the three of us have been drinking for a while now."

Tai Tan laughed: "It's just drinking; when have I ever lost to you?"

After some small talk, Yang Wudi and Bai He at the main table also greeted Tai Tan, showing that the four of them indeed have a very good relationship.

Niu Gao suddenly looked at Tang San: "Hey, aren't you the kid from the Star Dou Great Forest? How come you're hanging with Old Orangutan?"

Tai Tan thought for a moment before speaking: "Old Rhino, this is my grandson's classmate; I brought him out this time to see the world."

Tang San quickly bowed: "Greetings, seniors, I am junior Tang San."

Niu Gao, Yang Wudi and the others were startled: "Your surname is Tang?"

Tang San did not hide: "My father is Tang Hao."

Niu Gao's expression changed instantly: "Old Orangutan, what do you mean? Are the people of the Clear Sky Sect not already causing us enough trouble? If Tang Hao hadn't caused that disaster back then, we wouldn't be in this situation."

Tai Tan quickly said: "Old Rhino, calm down. Even without the master's incident, the Spirit Hall would eventually act against the Clear Sky Sect. I also despise the Clear Sky Sect, but what does that have to do with Tang San? He was just a newborn back then."

Niu Gao's face looked displeased: "Old Orangutan, if it were anyone else today, I would have driven him away long ago. I don't want any more ties with the Clear Sky Sect; let him leave on his own, or don't blame me for not giving you face."

Tai Tan grew a bit angry at this: "Old Rhino, if you want to drive the Young Master away, then I'll leave as well; the Force Clan will not attend this gathering either."

Seeing Tai Tan prepare to leave, Tang San quickly said: "Senior Tai Tan, please wait a moment; I'll talk with them."

Tai Tan only then returned to Tang San's side, but his eyes seemed filled with unruly defiance.

Tang San bowed to Niu Gao, Yang Wudi, and Bai He: "Senior Niu Gao, Senior Yang Wudi, Senior Bai He, I apologize for my father's actions back then. I came this time with Senior Tai Tan only to make a small amends."

Niu Gao shook his head: "No need. We're doing fine now and don't need any compensation. Moreover we lost hundreds of lives back then; a child like you can't make up for that."

Tang San quickly said: "Senior Niu Gao, I hope you'll give me a chance; I don't want the two sides to be like enemies."

Niu Gao glanced at Tai Tan, then turned to look again at Yang Wudi and Bai He.

Whether Yang Wudi or Bai He, neither wanted any connection with Tang San and even ignored him.

Niu Gao's eyes showed a hint of anger: "A chance for you? Did the Clear Sky Sect give us a chance when they retired back then? They just shrugged and left; Tang Hao never showed his face, and who considered our situation at that time?"

"Why should I give you a chance? This is the Yu Yi Zu's place, not the Clear Sky Sect's."

"Get out, you get out of here, or I won't be polite to you."

Tai Tan beside them seemed very angry: "Old Rhino, can't you discuss calmly? The Young Master came this time with good intentions."

Niu Gao instantly became enraged, exuding an extremely terrifying aura; the Title Douluo's imposing presence was evident, and even Tai Tan felt immense pressure, while Tang San's body swayed as if about to be crushed.

Tai Tan was unusually shocked at that moment; originally he was proficient in the Strength Path, and in terms of strength could even contend with a Title Douluo.

Now look at Niu Gao's aura; the earlier clash between friends was just playful.

In fact, purely in terms of strength, since Niu Gao entered Title Douluo, he is probably no weaker than Demon Bear Douluo.

Especially since Niu Gao has devoted himself to mastering defense, and defensive‑type Soul Beasts are generally very powerful; purely from defense and strength, he is certainly not weaker than an ordinary 95‑level Title Douluo.

Tai Tan shouted: "Old Rhino, you've gone too far, using your strength to attack a child—just because you're powerful, you bully the weak!"

Tai Tan transformed into a massive mighty ape, as if to duel Niu Gao.

But Niu Gao snorted, instantly withdrawing his aura: "Old Orangutan, today is the last time I'll treat you as a brother. If you continue to act against this little brat, our years of brotherhood end here, and you should stop attending any single‑attribute gatherings."

Tai Tan was startled by this, but when he looked at Yang Wudi and Bai He, they made no attempt to interject, clearly endorsing Niu Gao's statement.

Since the Single Attribute Four Families left the Clear Sky Sect years ago, their relations have generally been good, but the Force Clan lives alone in Heaven Dou City, while Po Yi Zu, Yu Yi Zu, and Min Clan reside in the Star Luo Empire, and they are no longer as close as before.

Tai Tan's face seemed to show a hint of resentment: "Old Rhino, Old Goat, Old White Bird, we were brothers who lived and died together back then; can you disregard brotherly ties?"

Yang Wudi snorted coldly: "Old Orangutan, after we split, your Force Clan fared the best, but have you ever considered our misery?"

"We were badly betrayed by the Clear Sky Sect back then; since we've been away for so many years, we can't have any ties with the Clear Sky Sect again. Not even Tang San, nor Tang Hao or Tang Xiao would make a difference."

"You should know the character of my Po Yi Zu; we'd rather die in battle than compromise, and we will never again become a subordinate of any sect in this life."

Bai He, watching Tang San, seemed to show a hint of emotion on his face, but ultimately said nothing; the Min Clan has suffered terribly these years, and he doesn't want to lightly utter a word that would link them again with the Clear Sky Sect.

Tai Tan seemed unwilling to give up: "Old Goat, the Young Master's innate talent is unparalleled; at such a young age he already possesses Soul Emperor cultivation, and his future is boundless."

"Now the Young Master wants to make amends with you; is there still any fault?"

Niu Gao snorted: "Old Orangutan, don't you understand what Tang San is scheming? We've been away from the Clear Sky Sect for over ten years; Tang Hao hasn't shown up, the Clear Sky Sect never inquired about our lives, and now he suddenly comes to seek compensation—don't think anyone can't guess this little thought."

Looking at him, it seems he wants to rebuild a sect and then gather our Single Attribute Families, but our Single Attribute Families have grown accustomed to freedom over the years and no longer wish to be subsidiary families of other sects.

Tai Tan's face flushed with anger: "Old Rhino, do you find this interesting? Moreover, when you came, weren't you also backed by the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect? Isn't that just allying with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect?"

"Do you remember that we once said we didn't want to become subsidiary families of the top three sects? Have you forgotten that promise from back then?"

"The Young Master now only wants to establish a new sect and make amends with you. With the Young Master's talent, he will surely surpass the Clear Sky Sect in the future, even reaching unprecedented heights."

Niu Gao, seeing Tai Tan's look, couldn't help shaking his head: "Old Orangutan, you've changed. These years your Force Clan has lived too well, never thinking about our Single Attribute Families, never imagining the people from our Single Attribute Families who died back then."

"Our Single Attribute Families moved to Cloud Mist Mountain, indeed we have some connection with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, but we are only ordinary business partners; there is no subordinate relationship between the two sides, certainly not as sordid as you think."

Tai Tan's complexion changed slightly upon hearing this; he hadn't expected the Single Attribute Families to be doing so well now, merely having business dealings with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, without any real subordinate relationship.

Just as Tang San was about to speak again, Yang Wudi beside him grew a bit angry: "Tang San kid, not long ago in the Star Dou Great Forest we basically saved your life; I didn't expect that you not only showed no gratitude but also tried to absorb our Single Attribute Families. Is this the way your Clear Sky Sect handles matters?"

(End of chapter)