Chapter 213: The Beginning of the Tian Dou Palace Turmoil

Yang Xiong followed Ning Rongrong as the two leisurely shopped around Heaven Dou City.

Ning Rongrong seemed to have regained her youthful maiden look, and she kept buying everything she saw.

In the past five years, aside from diligent cultivation, Ning Rongrong has basically been handling sect affairs with Ning Fengzhi, leaving little free time.

However, Ning Rongrong looked a bit worried: "Xiao Xiongzi, do you think Xiao Wu is safe now? Rumors are spreading that Xiao Wu is hiding at Shrek Academy, and the whole Heaven Dou City looks chaotic; I'm afraid Xiao Wu might be in danger."

Yang Xiong pinched Ning Rongrong's little cheek: "You little girl, why are you so worried about Xiao Wu? Why not go see her? Besides, with Flanders and the others, and Teacher Zhao Wuji has already returned to Shrek Academy, no one should dare trouble them."

Ning Rongrong nodded: "Dean Flanders and Teacher Zhao are reliable; with them around, Xiao Wu shouldn't be in danger."

"By the way, Xiao Xiongzi, how long do you think this chaos in Heaven Dou City will last? I feel something's odd—why does the Heaven Dou Imperial Family seem inactive? They either capture Xiao Wu or take other actions, but now they're completely silent."

Yang Xiong shook his head: "That's hard to say; the internal politics of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family are tangled and may be far more ruthless than we imagine."

"You're also an Inheritor of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, so you should understand the difficulties a successor faces when taking office; I fear a storm will soon break over the Heaven Dou Imperial Family."

Ning Rongrong helplessly said: "You overthink, Xiao Xiongzi; I don't care about that. My dad has already paved my path."

"By the way, let's go to Yue Xuan; the environment there is quite nice. I only went there a few times with dad before."

Yang Xiong, full of affection, took Ning Rongrong's small hand and led her into Yue Xuan.

Yue Xuan's atmosphere remains very elegant, seemingly untouched by any outside influence; nobles and princesses continue to play piano and music, like a utopia.

After Yang Xiong and Ning Rongrong moved unimpeded to the second floor, they quickly met Tang Yuehua, the manager of Yue Xuan.

It seems Ning Rongrong and Tang Yuehua are quite familiar; mutual respect is evident. Ning Rongrong also shed her usual Little Princess demeanor, gaining a decision‑maker's bearing, exuding heroism, looking more decisive and gallant than before, which even fascinated Yang Xiong.

Tang Yuehua is likewise poised and retains a decision‑maker's aura.

At that moment, the whole Heaven Dou City seemed bustling with people, as if an army began imposing martial law over the city.

Ning Rongrong was a bit puzzled: "Xiao Xiongzi, what's going on? Heaven Dou City has always been strict; why are so many troops suddenly appearing on the streets, as if something big is about to happen?"

Yang Xiong smiled: "Perhaps something big is indeed about to happen in Heaven Dou City."

Opposite them, Tang Yuehua remained very calm: "You two can rest assured; as long as you're within Yue Xuan, you're absolutely safe; no one can disturb you."

Yang Xiong opened with a half‑smile: "Senior, I won't speak in riddles before the enlightened; I have a small question I'd like to trouble you with."

Tang Yuehua's face showed a faint smile, making her seem exceedingly gentle: "Mr. Yang, it's not a matter of trouble or not. State any request directly; you are both honored guests of Yue Xuan."

Yang Xiong's expression grew somewhat serious: "Could you please convey a message? I wish to meet Senior Xiao Tian Douluo."

Tang Yuehua's face slightly changed upon hearing this, but she still kept composure: "Mr. Yang, you're flattering me; I'm just an ordinary businessman in Heaven Dou City, afraid I can't fulfill your request."

Yang Xiong smiled slightly: "Then, could you help me deliver a message to Xiao Tian Douluo, saying I know where the Ancestor of Clear Sky Sect is, but the details need to be discussed in person. I originally intended to visit the Clear Sky Sect; since you think it's troublesome, please have Xiao Tian Douluo come to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect."

The previously elegant Tang Yuehua suddenly exclaimed: "What do you mean? What exactly do you know?"

Yang Xiong remained silent; given Tang Yuehua's modest status, he felt it wasn't worth revealing such a huge secret, especially since he wants many things.

Yang Xiong has always been wary of the Clear Sky Sect and the Spirit Hall, especially of Qian Daoliu, who is truly the number‑one master in the world; his power is so great that no one can predict it, perhaps now he is like a deity.

Tang Yuehua's expression shifted slightly, then she hurried away.

Ning Rongrong opened, a bit confused: "Xiao Xiongzi, who exactly is the Ancestor of Clear Sky Sect you mentioned? You seemed to think Tang Yuehua cared a lot about it."

Yang Xiong thought for a moment before answering: "I mean the Ancestor of Clear Sky Sect, Tang Chen, who was the true key to the Clear Sky Sect's rise and dominance over the world."

Ning Rongrong was startled: "Xiao Xiongzi, could it be that you really know where Tang Chen is?"

Yang Xiong smiled: "That's one of the biggest secrets among the Soul Master World; I only learned it by chance; I specifically told Tang Yuehua to pass it to Tang Xiao, but I don't know if this secret can make the Clear Sky Sect emerge."

Ning Rongrong, still puzzled, said: "Xiao Xiongzi, this secret is too crucial; I need to return to my sect and discuss with my father. You should know the impact and deterrent power the Two Mountains had on the Douluo Continent back then."

Yang Xiong shook his head: "My real fear is Qian Daoliu; I'm less concerned about Tang Chen. If they truly retrieve Tang Chen, it might give us a chance."

Although Ning Rongrong was full of doubts, seeing Yang Xiong's confident demeanor, she didn't know what to say.

Nevertheless, Ning Rongrong quickly said: "Xiao Xiongzi, now Heaven Dou City is in chaos; should we go to Shrek Academy to help Xiao Wu? I'm afraid Xiao Wu might be in danger."

Yang Xiong quickly replied: "With Teacher Zhao and the others there, Shrek Academy should still be temporarily safe. This Heaven Dou City may undergo a massive upheaval; perhaps you should return to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect first."

Ning Rongrong said: "I won't. I think you've been lurking in Heaven Dou City for days with some bad plan. I want to see what you're up to; I'm a supporting‑type Soul Emperor and can definitely assist you."

"Besides, I'm both offensive and defensive; ordinary Soul Emperors might not even beat me."

Yang Xiong showed a hint of helplessness, but Ning Rongrong was indeed correct: now she not only mastered the Spiral Sphere, but also possessed a speed‑type soul bone from Gui Douluo, an Eight Spider Soul Bone, and even a Thousand Jun Ant Emperor Torso Soul Bone; ordinary Soul Emperors truly can't contend with her.

Yang Xiong and Ning Rongrong stayed inside Yue Xuan, quietly awaiting the upheaval in Heaven Dou City.

At this moment the entire Heaven Dou City was under full martial law; troops were everywhere, and many Soul Master Corps appeared, a great battle was about to erupt.

Crown Prince Xue Qinghe arrived at the palace; the entire palace was also under martial law, countless troops seemed to encircle it, looking extremely solemn.

Deep within the Heaven Dou Palace, Emperor Xue Ye's condition seemed very poor; his entire body's soul power was chaotic, and his aura was extremely weak.

Previously, Emperor Xue Ye, though appearing old with white hair and beard, still exuded the aura of a ruler and was very spirited.

But now Emperor Xue Ye resembled a decrepit old man, his body filled with a deathly aura, no longer the vigorous spirit of before, looking on the brink of death.

Crown Prince Xue Qinghe had already taken over the whole palace, but his face was now gloomy.

"Ghost Leopard Douluo, didn't you say this Deadly Poison was foolproof? You said that once Emperor Xue Ye is poisoned, he would lose his mind, fall into a coma, and die within days. Why isn't he that severe?"

Ghost Leopard Douluo quickly replied: "Your Highness, this Forbidden Poison comes from the Po Yi Zu; we have already verified it in the Spirit Hall. Those Soul Douluo who commit serious crimes and ingest this poison are bound to die a tragic death."

"This time I personally saw Emperor Xue Ye take this poison; there will be absolutely no accident."

Xue Qinghe showed no hesitation: "Then proceed according to the plan, eliminate all hidden threats in Heaven Dou City at once. Remember, no mistakes; I don't want trouble after I ascend the throne."

A group of people, upon hearing this, scattered rapidly, each clearly having their own tasks.

Countless troops moved swiftly; leading them were not only top‑rank Soul Grandmasters but also massive armies, presenting an extremely fierce appearance.

This plan by Xue Qinghe was extremely thorough; it targeted all opposition in the Tiandou Region, including Prince Xue Xing, several imperial ministers opposing him, and also the previously planned targets: Shrek Academy and the Tang Sect.

Originally, Xue Qinghe planned to have agents steal the Tang Sect's hidden weapon schematics, even the manufacturing methods.

Unfortunately, time is now too tight; the plan set by Bibidong progressed too quickly, leaving little time.

Moreover, through Xue Qinghe and Bibidong's research, they found that the Tang Sect's hidden weapons significantly affect the army; keeping the Tang Sect might leave a hidden threat to the Spirit Hall.

Therefore, Xue Qinghe finally decided to simply eliminate the newly formed Tang Sect, wiping it out completely, so no one can produce the hidden weapons.

In Xue Qinghe's view, the true maker and leader of hidden weapons should be Titan, the divine smith; Titan not only holds a lofty position in the Iron Smiths Association but also masters casting. This move to promote Tang San to lead was probably intended to curry favor with the Clear Sky Sect.

And the so‑called Tang Sect is nothing but a glove of the Clear Sky Sect; everything is merely to counter the Spirit Hall.

Therefore Xue Qinghe intends to eliminate the entire Tang Sect in one stroke; this way it will not clash with the Clear Sky Sect, allowing hidden threats to be removed, especially since the Clear Sky Sect would not dare to admit that they secretly support the Tang Sect.

Xue Qinghe holds a lofty position in the Heaven Dou Empire; to ensure this plan is flawless, he not only controls part of the Soul Master Corps belonging to the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, but also deliberately dispatches a massive army, especially since, with the Great Emperor Xue Ye poisoned, no one truly dares to oppose him.

(End of chapter)