Chapter 205: Tang Hao Appears

Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, at this moment Yang Xiong is training in the back mountain.

Yang Xiong is seen wearing combat attire, with thousands of jin of weight on his body, all forged from deep‑sea sunken silver.

In front of him is a massive iron sphere, its diameter a full 2.5 meters, weighing over ten thousand jin.

Yang Xiong pushes the iron sphere up the mountain path, each step seeming to drain his strength.

Especially since Yang Xiong is not using his martial soul, he must devise ways to push the sphere forward, every muscle in his body feeling under pressure.

This is the iron‑ball pushing training method Yang Xiong devised; it trains not only the muscles but also the body's endurance.

After more than two hours, Yang Xiong finally pushes the massive sphere to the summit, and only then does he sigh in relief.

One must know that the path is rugged with various obstacles; several times the sphere seemed to go out of control, nearly crushing him.

After expending all his effort to reach the summit, Yang Xiong sits with Lin Gong and drinks water greedily.

Lin Gong helplessly says, "Xiao Xiong, why did you think of such a torturous training method? If you're not careful, this iron sphere could easily hit others—aren't you afraid of any problems?"

Yang Xiong smiles, "Teacher Lin, this iron‑ball pushing is quite good. You could later commission iron balls of various sizes, making them a training method for the Body Academy and all personnel of the Body Sect."

Lin Gong nods, "I just observed your training; it truly is excellent for building the physique. Unfortunately, ordinary students lack your physical condition, so it would be relatively dangerous for them."

Since absorbing the Seventh Spirit Ring, Yang Xiong's strength has surged again, and his control over power has also greatly improved; a ten‑thousand‑jin weight is no longer a troublesome matter.

Even without using his martial soul, if he were to employ his martial soul and power‑amplifying soul skill, Yang Xiong can hardly imagine how strong he could become.

After a moment of hesitation, Lin Gong says, "Xiao Xiong, Cloud Mist Mountain seems quite lively now; aren't you planning to go take a look?"

Yang Xiong shakes his head, "I won't join their gathering; I hope they have fun."

Lin Gong's face shows a hint of doubt, "According to the information I received, Tai Tan has arrived, and he's accompanied by a young man, who should be your classmate Tang San."

"I see that boy is ambitious and his talent is impressive; aren't you afraid he'll mislead the three single‑attribute great families?"

Yang Xiong's mouth curls into a slight sneer, "Everything in this world ties to interests. If they truly wish to leave the Body Sect, I can't intervene much; after all, for those whose minds aren't here, even forcing them to stay is meaningless."

"But without the benefits I provide, without the help of Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, could the three single‑attribute great families be as carefree as now? Could they train and improve themselves so peacefully?"

Lin Gong, a bit puzzled, says, "But it seems Force Clan already looks up to Tang San above all; Force Clan still has some influence in Heaven Dou City, perhaps they can help Tang San grow."

Yang Xiong helplessly says, "Teacher Lin, stop testing me. We both know the situation in Heaven Dou City; it's now a huge furnace that could explode at any moment."

"I'm now just waiting for it to explode, waiting for the Spirit Hall's next move; only then can we truly seize the opportunity."

Lin Gong suddenly becomes somewhat solemn, "Xiao Xiong, I must remind you: you come from Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. If you establish your own sect, you'll likely face many difficulties, especially since Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is a mountain you cannot surpass."

Yang Xiong grabs his water flask and gulps the entire contents, then lets out a long sigh, "Thank you for the reminder, Teacher Lin. I'll find time soon to speak with the Sect Leader; some matters indeed need an explanation."

……

On Cloud Mist Mountain, Yang Wudi and the others fell silent after the black‑clad figure appeared.

The person is Tang Hao; even Tang San was surprised, "Father, why have you come?"

Tai Tan seemed unusually excited, "Master, you finally appear; your old servant has missed you to death."

Tang Hao merely gave a slight nod to Tang San and Tai Tan, then turned his gaze toward the three Yang Wudi.

At this moment, Yang Wudi and his companions' expressions grew unusually solemn, their eyes showing anger, entanglement, and a hint of bewilderment.

Back then, Tang Hao was the designated successor to the Clear Sky Sect's next Sect Leader, holding a lofty position within the sect; his innate talent was extraordinary, and many said he would be the next Clear Sky Douluo, the next Tang Chen.

Unfortunately, after a cataclysm, Tang Hao vanished without a trace, and even the sect suffered great loss.

Thus, in the eyes of Yang Wudi's people, Tang Hao was once the most respected person, yet also the one who brought endless calamities, even shattering their former faith.

Tang Hao looks at the three, "Yang Clan Chief, Niu Clan Chief, Uncle, long time no see."

Yang Wudi sighs, "Tang Hao, after disappearing for countless years, why appear again now?"

Tang Hao's eyes show a hint of turmoil, then become somewhat resolute: "I wronged everyone back then; I was too reckless, causing you such great loss. Whatever you wish to do—beat or scold—I'll accept, even if you take my life, I won't protest."

Yang Wudi's mouth curls into a bitter smile, "Why go to such lengths? The past is past; we never held your killing of the Pope against you."

"What truly disappoints us is that you vanished without a trace, betraying the name of the Clear Sky Douluo."

"If you had appeared back then, even if my Po Yi Zu were decimated, I'd have nothing to say. Unfortunately, you chose the most despised path; both you and the Clear Sky Sect betrayed everyone's faith—that's what I cannot tolerate."

Beside them, Niu Gao and Bai He also nodded; they're not cowards, yet they won't tolerate betrayal, especially from someone they once revered.

Tang Hao's face shows a trace of pain, evidently recalling that past incident; it was his actions that caused the great Number One Sect Under Heaven to collapse instantly.

Beside them, Tang San's face shows a hint of compassion, "Senior Yang, you don't know the past; my father also endured great suffering, and his wounds haven't healed yet."

Tang Hao shouts angrily, "Xiao San, enough. The past was indeed my fault; as a man of stature, there's no excuse."

After speaking, Tang Hao bows slightly to Yang Wudi and the others, "Yang Clan Chief, Niu Clan Chief, Uncle, I was wrong back then; I apologize to you."

Yang Wudi and the others show varied expressions; over the years they've hated Tang Hao, yet regarding the past they feel helpless, since the real perpetrator was the Spirit Hall, their enemy as well.

Finally, Yang Wudi sighs, "Tang Hao, we don't want to discuss the past any further; this apology is what you owe us. Take your son and leave; from now on I have no ties with your Clear Sky Sect."

Beside them, Niu Gao also nods, "Tang Hao, we watched you grow; your talent is unmatched. Yet when real crises came, you never considered those around you. Both you and the Clear Sky Sect disappointed us, so my Yu Yi Zu will have no further ties with your Clear Sky Sect; you need not say anything more."

After Yang Wudi and Niu Gao finish, Bai He shows a hint of hesitation, then grits his teeth and says, "Tang Hao, you and I were once inseparable, but the past you messed up, and the Clear Sky Sect also erred. My Min Clan has left the Clear Sky Sect, so we no longer wish any ties with your Tang family."

"From now on, let's not see each other again; whether your Clear Sky Sect thrives or declines, my Min Clan won't touch your glory."

After the three voiced their stances, Tang Hao's face seemed much more relaxed; the apology came many years late, yet it fulfilled a long‑held wish of his sect.

"Thank you, all three. If you ever need Tang Hao's help, I'll gladly oblige."

Yang Wudi and the others remain silent, clearly unwilling to associate further with Tang Hao.

Tang Hao glances at Tang San, then grits his teeth and says, "Senior elders, I know I'm at fault, but all the blame lies with me, not Xiao San. I hope you'll listen to Xiao San's suggestion."

Yang Wudi snorts, "I didn't expect Tang Hao to consider his own son; the once‑arrogant Clear Sky Douluo has finally changed."

"But it's truly a pity; whatever your son says has nothing to do with us, and we won't link his words to the Tang Sect."

Tang Hao, a bit puzzled, says, "Just because I erred back then, you look down on my son so much? My son Tang San's talent and bearing far surpass mine."

Yang Wudi laughs, "What does that have to do with us? To be frank, five years ago our three single‑attribute great families already merged, establishing a new sect. Do you think a new sect like ours could join the Tang Sect that Tang San mentions?"

Both Tang San and Tang Hao, even Tai Tan, were all stunned; they hadn't expected the three single‑attribute great families to have already founded a new sect.

Moreover, in terms of strength, these three great families have nearly a thousand Soul Grandmasters alone, let alone Niu Gao, who is already a Title Douluo; this power surpasses the lower four sects.

Tai Tan's face showed a hint of resentment: "Old Goat, even if you don't want to join the Tang Sect, you don't have to swindle us like this. Why have I never heard any news of you establishing a new sect?"

Yang Wudi's corner of the mouth curled into a bitter smile: "Lao Xingxing, there are many things you don't know. Five years ago, our Po Yi Zu, Yu Yi Zu, Min Clan and Overlord Dragon Snake Clan had already founded a new sect, but because the circumstances were special at the time, it was established only in secret, and we also cooperated covertly with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect."

"Now the world is in chaos, and we're not afraid to say it: our new sect is about to emerge, and it may cause a upheaval in the Soul Master World, perhaps even replace the former top three sects."

"Moreover, I tell you, Lao Xingxing, we originally tried to use our friendship to bring you into this new sect, but your ties to the Clear Sky Sect and to Tang Hao were too tangled, so we didn't tell you."

Tang Hao and the other two were startled again upon hearing this; since the destruction of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the former top three sects have existed only in name.

But if you consider the three major single‑attribute families together with the Overlord Dragon Snake Clan, it is indeed a tremendously powerful force. Moreover, this sect boasts as many as two Title Douluo and Yang Wudi, a master comparable to a Title Douluo. Overall, it is certainly not weaker than the former Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.

Both Tang San and Tai Tan understand that the three major single‑attribute families cannot join the Tang Sect; purely in terms of strength, they have already surpassed the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. In the Soul Master World, no sect this strong has ever joined another power, not even the Spirit Hall could manage it.

After all, Tang Hao has seen the world, and he didn't linger: "Then congratulations. But could you tell me who will serve as the Sect Leader?"

Yang Wudi gave a strange smile: "No need to trouble yourself with that; for now, no information can be given."

(End of chapter)