Chapter 120: Ning Fengzhi and Xue Qinghe's Reactions
Shrek Academy!
With Tang Hao agreeing to Yu Xiaogang's request to stay at Shrek Academy for a while, Flender began bustling around, personally arranging accommodations for Tang Hao.
This was a Titled Douluo, and not just any Titled Douluo—one powerful enough to have slain the Spirit Hall's Pope. Flender thought to himself that if he could serve this man well, the benefits he might receive in the future would be immeasurable.
Not long after, just about two hours later, two groups of guests arrived outside Shrek Academy. One group was led by Xue Qinghe, and the other by Ning Fengzhi.
When the two met, they weren't particularly surprised. Instead, they greeted each other warmly.
Xue Qinghe took the initiative to speak.
"Qinghe greets my teacher!"
Ning Fengzhi smiled and nodded, then said with a meaningful tone.
"It seems you've also received the news."
Xue Qinghe smiled and nodded, his deep gaze turning toward Shrek Academy.
"Yes, with Clear Sky Douluo reappearing, how could I not come to confirm it personally?"
Ning Fengzhi, still smiling, followed Xue Qinghe's gaze toward Shrek Academy.
"We're on the same page. The unknown Titled Douluo who appeared by Tang San's side is almost certainly Clear Sky Douluo. Let's go in together."
With that, the two groups merged into one and made their way into Shrek Academy.
One was the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire, and the other was the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. Naturally, Shrek Academy dared not show any disrespect and respectfully escorted them to the reception room.
Shortly after, Flender, the academy's dean, hurried over to greet them. Upon entering the reception room, he bowed respectfully.
"Flender, Dean of Shrek Academy, greets His Highness the Crown Prince and Sect Master Ning. To what do we owe the honor of your visit today?"
Ning Fengzhi, with his refined appearance and gentle smile, spoke in a tone that brooked no argument.
"Dean Flender, please summon Clear Sky Douluo. We've come specifically to meet him. Don't tell us he's not here—our sources are absolutely reliable."
Flender understood. These two hadn't come for the academy but for Clear Sky Douluo. It had only been two hours, yet it seemed nothing could be hidden from them.
With that, Flender acknowledged the request and quickly left the reception room. Since they weren't here to see him, he had no choice but to fetch Tang Hao. Being caught in the middle like this was quite uncomfortable.
Soon, he made his way to the depths of the academy, where Tang Hao had been settled, and informed him of the situation.
Tang Hao remained calm. The spies who had been monitoring Tang San were undoubtedly sent by these two—one the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou, the other the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. Even he couldn't completely ignore their influence, which was why he hadn't eliminated them earlier.
Thus, he agreed without hesitation. Tang Hao followed Flender to the reception room and entered.
At this moment, Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi, seated in the reception room, finally saw Clear Sky Douluo with their own eyes.
Despite his unkempt beard, messy hair, and ragged clothing, the aura emanating from Tang Hao made both Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi's expressions tighten.
Ning Fengzhi studied Tang Hao carefully, then spoke with a tone of deep reflection.
"It truly is Clear Sky Douluo. We met many years ago, and now, after all this time, we meet again."
"Let me introduce you. Qinghe, this is Clear Sky Douluo Tang Hao. Clear Sky Douluo, this is His Highness, Crown Prince Xue Qinghe of the Heaven Dou Empire."
Xue Qinghe looked at the tall, burly man before him, a gentle smile on his face. However, deep in his eyes, a cold glint flickered. This was the man who had killed his father. But he hid it well, keeping all his emotions buried deep within.
"Clear Sky Douluo is different from what I imagined, but meeting him in person is still awe-inspiring."
At this moment, Tang Hao's gaze shifted away from Gu Rong. He recognized Gu Rong, but the aura he now sensed from him was far more dangerous, making him take this meeting even more seriously.
Tang Hao didn't act too arrogantly. Instead, he restrained his domineering presence and spoke in a relatively calm tone.
"Your Highness, Sect Master Ning, I've seen your concern for Xiao San. However, there's no need for further concern. I'll be taking him away soon."
Tang Hao didn't state it outright, but by framing their surveillance as "concern," he was already holding back his temper.
Xue Qinghe smiled and replied.
"Please don't take offense, Clear Sky Douluo. It's just that when we heard Tang San was your son, we were so astonished that we paid a bit too much attention. We won't do so in the future."
After Xue Qinghe finished, Ning Fengzhi took over.
"Haha, Clear Sky Douluo, your son is truly exceptional among his peers. I have high hopes for him. If I hadn't known he was your son, I would have personally invited him to join our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan."
"Even if you plan to take him with you for personal training, he's always welcome to visit our clan in the future. We can maintain close ties."
"The three great clans have always been closely connected. In a way, we're like family. Xiao San… I see him as my own nephew, so I address him affectionately. Our doors will always be open to him."
Tang Hao's expression softened slightly. He knew that his past actions, though he didn't regret them, had deeply offended the Spirit Hall and severely damaged the Clear Sky Sect.
In the future, if he and Tang San were to seek vengeance against the Spirit Hall, they would need to maintain friendly relations with both the Heaven Dou Empire and the two great clans—the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family.
After chatting for a while, Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi left the academy with their entourage.
Once they were outside Shrek Academy, Xue Qinghe and Ning Fengzhi parted ways, as if their sole purpose in coming to Shrek had been to confirm Tang Hao's identity.
Watching Xue Qinghe and his guards disappear into the distance, Ning Fengzhi smiled faintly and then used his soul power to send a sound transmission.
"Uncle Bone, how strong is Tang Hao?"
Gu Rong carefully recalled the impression Tang Hao had left on him, then spoke gravely.
"Judging by his soul power fluctuations, he should be at level 95, the same as I was before. But he carries an extremely fierce aura, as if he's emerged from a sea of blood and corpses."
"Currently, Chen Xin is in seclusion, stabilizing his level 97 soul power. If I were to face Tang Hao alone, I can't guarantee I could defeat him. If Chen Xin and I were to join forces, killing Tang Hao wouldn't be a problem, but we couldn't do it quietly. If he fought back with everything he had, it would take considerable effort to suppress him."
Gu Rong's assessment was accurate. The fierce aura Tang Hao exuded was due to his Slaughter Domain. Tang Hao's strength couldn't be measured solely by his soul power. Moreover, if he were to go all out, using his ring-exploding technique, it would indeed cause quite a commotion.
Ning Fengzhi nodded. Tang Hao's terrifying combat record was indeed something to be wary of. Thus, he shifted his strategy.
"Then let's forget it. If we can't eliminate him and his son quietly, there's no point in acting. We can use them to oppose the Spirit Hall. Under Bibi Dong's rule, the Spirit Hall has been growing stronger and faster in recent years."
"Tang Hao's reappearance will undoubtedly divert some of Bibi Dong's attention. She ascended to her position because Tang Hao killed her teacher. If she can't kill Tang Hao to avenge her teacher, even with her outstanding achievements, some within the Spirit Hall will remain dissatisfied with her. After all, the Spirit Hall was once under the Qian family's control."
"For us, this is a chance to watch the tigers fight. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan must remain in the shadows for now. Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, and I haven't yet reached the peak of our soul power. The next generation—Chen Yuan and Rongrong—still need time to grow."
Ning Fengzhi had also considered that if Tang Hao were to kill a few more of the Spirit Hall's Titled Douluos, he would be overjoyed. If Tang Hao were ultimately killed by the Spirit Hall's Titled Douluos, he could take Tang San under his wing as a mentor and openly claim everything Tang San had. The hidden weapons Tang San had sold were all rigged with mechanisms, making them impossible to disassemble or reassemble. After purchasing 1,000 sets, Ning Fengzhi had bought another 4,000, ensuring that all 5,000 disciples in his clan had a set. If they wanted to replenish their hidden weapons, they would still be dependent on Tang San. This was something Ning Fengzhi couldn't tolerate.
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Not long after, in the Crown Prince's residence!
Xue Qinghe entered his study alone. He stood with his hands behind his back, his face shadowed, and spoke in a calm voice.
"Elder She Mao, Elder Ci Tun, you've always been aware of the situation here. Compile a report and send it back to the Spirit Hall. Inform the Pope that Tang Hao has reappeared, and his son Tang San also possesses Twin Martial Souls. This father and son bear a deep grudge against our Spirit Hall."
"Have her arrange a team, led by a Titled Douluo, and ensure they are fully prepared. Once this father and son leave Heaven Dou City, eliminate them on the spot."
"Given my current identity, there are some things I cannot do directly. That's why I'm entrusting this to her. If she can't even avenge her teacher, then when I return, I will take everything from her. Because she doesn't deserve it…"
After he finished speaking, two voices responded from the seemingly empty room.
"As you command, Young Master!"
At this moment, Xue Qinghe's eyes burned with a fierce, almost violent emotion. He wanted to see how that woman would handle this father and son.
(End of Chapter)
Word Count : 1,736
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