Chapter 230: Yu Xiaogang and Tang Xiao's Intentions

Yang Xiong, with a half‑smile, said: "If you, Mr. Yu Xiaogang, have any objections, we could simply give up Thunderclap Gorge; I just wonder whether you have the courage and ability to rebuild here."

Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong's faces turned unusually grim upon hearing this.

At first, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was annihilated by the Spirit Hall; the entire clan was plundered clean, even all its buildings were destroyed in an instant, and the bodies were buried with the help of troops dispatched by the Heaven Dou Empire.

To truly rebuild the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would require not only massive funds but also a large number of High-level Soul Masters stationed there; at least Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong lack such strength.

Yang Xiong continued: "By the way, our Body Sect's occupation of Thunderclap Gorge has already received the support of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family; the Body Sect now controls several hundred li around, which are now my territory. If you have any objections, you may report them to the Heaven Dou Imperial Family."

Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong, hearing this, didn't know what to say; now Yang Xiong is building the Body Sect, not only with wealth and strength, but also with the recognition of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, and backed by the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, something they two cannot sway.

Yu Xiaogang seemed to recall something: "Yang Xiong, have you long coveted Thunderclap Gorge, perhaps even foreseen that the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan would be attacked by the Spirit Hall? Otherwise, your Body Sect has existed for many years, yet only now truly appears in the Soul Master World."

Yang Xiong shook his head: "I'm not sure about that. When I first founded the Body Sect, it was only to ensure the safety of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and to form an Offensive and Defensive Alliance with it. I never expected the Spirit Hall to take such a ruthless step."

Whether Yu Xiaogang or Liu Erlong, both were full of thoughts, seeming unable to bear the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's negative suffering.

At first, the Spirit Hall simultaneously attacked the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, especially targeting more personnel and Title Douluo of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

Yet the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, relying on its strong foundation, hidden strength, and advance intelligence, instead dealt a heavy blow to the Spirit Hall's invading forces, ensuring the sect's peace.

The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan fared comparatively tragic; the entire sect was essentially wiped out, its former foundation, glory, strength, and wealth turned to ash.

Yu Xiaogang has lately clearly felt that without the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, without his father Yu Yuanzhen, he seems to have become even more constrained in the Soul Master World, and no one gives him any face anymore.

It should be noted that although Yu Xiaogang has traveled for most of his life, he has only endured some verbal attacks; no one dares to target him, and anyone who sees him must address him as Master.

But now, not to mention the great families of the Soul Master World, even Yang Xiong, a junior, no longer respects him much.

Yang Xiong continued: "I know both of you were born into the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and are reluctant to part with the sect, but the Soul Master World is constantly developing and moving forward. Since Thunderclap Gorge has become a no‑man's land, we cannot be blamed for the Body Sect occupying it."

"Of course I also greatly admire the former Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan; we have preserved the original Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's tomb. That site is now enclosed alone; we have named it Dragon Tomb, which serves as a testament to the clan's former glory. You two may come freely to pay respects."

Yang Xiong's words were already very clear; the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan no longer exists, and Thunderclap Gorge will only be the Body Sect's base, belonging solely to the Body Sect.

Tang Xiao, standing aside, finally spoke: "Yang Xiong, I didn't expect that after such a short time apart, your status has changed so dramatically—so quickly from a Core Disciple of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to the Sect Leader of such a large Body Sect. It truly makes one look at you anew."

Yang Xiong laughed: "Sect Leader Tang Xiao, you flatter me. Our Body Sect is merely a small gate; we dare not be presumptuous before your Clear Sky Sect."

Tang Xiao shook his head: "I admire that your Body Sect possesses such strength, but I have some matters I wish to discuss with a few of your Elders, hoping you can be accommodating."

Yang Xiong nodded: "Naturally. The Body Sect is a sect for everyone, requiring everyone's joint construction; I cannot restrict anyone's freedom."

Tang Xiao turned to look at Yang Wudi, Niu Gao, and Bai He, his face showing extreme bitterness.

"Elders, I hope you have been well; I never expected we would meet in such a situation."

Yang Wudi shouted angrily: "Tang Xiao, stop pretending. Back then, since the Clear Sky Sect abandoned our Single Attribute Families, there is nothing left for us to discuss; we do not wish to have any further ties with the Clear Sky Sect."

Tang Xiao bowed slightly: "The events of that year were the Clear Sky Sect's fault. We had already sent people to inform you, but unfortunately those messengers were slain by the Spirit Hall, so the news never reached you, leading to the tragedy."

The three, hearing this, looked at each other, unsure what to say, since they have long harbored hatred toward the Clear Sky Sect, mainly for its abandonment of the Single Attribute Families.

Now it seems that even the Clear Sky Sect was forced, perhaps even defensive, but everything was missed.

Yang Xiong looked at Tang Xiao with amazement; after all, Tang Xiao is a Level 97 Title Douluo, a rare master in the world, and he even set aside his status to apologize to the three of Yang Wudi, a mindset and capability that truly commands respect.

Yang Wudi sighed: "We have nothing more to say about what happened back then; even if your Clear Sky Sect sent messengers, they arrived too late, unable to conceal the fact that your Clear Sky Sect abandoned our several great families."

"Moreover, you had many opportunities back then to rescue us, but whether it was you or Tang Yuehua, it seems you never cared about our losses, never cared about the hundreds of lives."

Tang Xiao nodded: "Regardless, the events of that year were the Clear Sky Sect's fault; our Clear Sky Sect only cared about its own survival and ignored your safety. Thus I've been trying to make amends for years, but never found an opportunity. I also dare not leave the Clear Sky Sect's Zu Di lightly, nor contact you freely, for fear you would be targeted again by the Spirit Hall."

Yang Wudi shook his head: "Let's not dwell on the past; we are living well now and need nothing more from you."

Tang Xiao quickly said: "Elder Yang, Elder Niu, Uncle, the Clear Sky Sect is willing to make full amends to you; please give me a chance, and give the Clear Sky Sect a chance."

The three, hearing this, looked at each other, unsure how to respond to Tang Xiao, especially since Tang Xiao is closely tied to them, having watched them grow up, even being their spiritual support.

Yang Xiong, observing Tang Xiao's demeanor, increasingly felt that Tang Xiao was not an ordinary person.

Compared with Tang Hao's recklessness, Tang Xiao is far wiser yet appears simple, and seems more carefree and heroic, making it hard to find any flaw.

Finally, Yang Wudi, helplessly, said: "Tang Xiao, we have various entanglements with the Clear Sky Sect—both gratitude and hatred. If it weren't for the Clear Sky Sect, our several great families wouldn't have developed; yet, if it weren't for the Clear Sky Sect, we wouldn't have suffered the calamities of that time."

"All this can no longer be sorted out; let us simply cease all future contact, erasing each other's grievances."

Tang Xiao finally nodded: "Elders, whatever assignments you may have in the future, I, Tang, will give my all and will not decline."

Bai He then spoke: "Xiao, between you and me we need not say so much; I only hope that we will have no further entanglements, and we do not wish to be linked with the Clear Sky Sect."

……

After the four communicated, Tang Xiao finally looked at Yang Xiong.

"Sect Leader Yang, my visit this time concerns the alliance between us; the Spirit Hall now wields great power, essentially pressuring the entire Soul Master World."

"Your Body Sect and the Spirit Hall have many hostilities, not only because you hail from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, but also because many in your Body Sect hold various grudges against the Spirit Hall."

"Your current strength is no weaker than that of the former Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan; you can certainly be counted among the Three Great Sects. Our Three Great Sects still need to…"

At this moment, Yang Xiong truly began to grasp Tang Xiao's prowess; Tang Xiao not only cultivates astonishing talent, having reached a terrifying Ninety‑Seven level of soul power.

Moreover, in his words and deeds, he seems to grasp the overall trend and even the hearts of people; if I were to rashly refuse, it might easily invite unknown trouble.

Yang Xiong thought carefully before speaking: "Since Sect Leader Tang says so, an alliance among the Clear Sky Sect, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and the Body Sect poses no problem."

"However, you also know the current state of our Body Sect; not only is the entire sect newly established, we are unlikely to form real combat power in the short term."

"Of course, if the Clear Sky Sect and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect are attacked, our Body Sect will also rescue them with all our strength, and will never retreat at a critical moment."

Before Tang Xiao could say anything else, Yang Xiong hurriedly spoke.

"Sect Leader Tang, it's rare for you to come to Thunderclap Gorge. Senior Yu Yuanzhen is also a person we all admire, and he was killed by a siege from the Spirit Hall. Why not jointly pay tribute to Senior Yu Yuanzhen, as a token of our sincerity?"

Tang Xiao then nodded: "Back then, the Three Great Sects were united like branches of the same tree; Senior Yu Yuanzhen also repeatedly assisted our Clear Sky Sect. This time I came to Thunderclap Gorge indeed to pay tribute."

……

Afterwards, Yang Xiong, assuming the role of Thunderclap Gorge's host, led Tang Xiao, Yu Xiaogang, and others to jointly pay tribute to Yu Yuanzhen.

Tang Xiao tried several times to discuss the specific details of the alliance, but many were brushed aside by Yang Xiong with various excuses, especially since others were present, making it difficult for him to say more.

Of course, Yu Xiaogang also wished to unite the Three Great Sects to jointly oppose the Spirit Hall, but Yang Xiong stalled him, citing the sect's ongoing construction and internal busyness.

After the three left, the members of the Body Sect appeared unusually solemn.

Yang Wudi seemed reluctant to speak: "Sect Leader, the Spirit Hall is the mortal enemy of us all; this alliance appears wholly beneficial with no harm. Yet you, Sect Leader, keep evading the issue—do you have any reservations?"

Yang Xiong shook his head: "Forming an alliance is no problem, but for now I don't want to expose ourselves so quickly; the Spirit Hall's depth exceeds all of our imagination."

"Moreover, compared with the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect and the Clear Sky Sect, our strength is still far too weak, and we have no true top masters; if the Spirit Hall wants to kill a chicken to warn the monkey, we would probably be in trouble."

"Furthermore, our sect has just been founded, with everything in disarray; I think our priority still has to be self‑improvement, and the time left for us is already very limited."

Everyone instantly understood Yang Xiong's meaning; now Yang Xiong is only at Soul Saint Level, still some distance from a true top master, and what we lack is time.

And whether in depth or strength, the Body Sect is still far too weak; it might truly be on the brink of annihilation.

(End of chapter)