Chapter 72: Qian Renxue: Leave Tang Hao behind, life or death is irrelevant
Clear Sky Douluo!
The familiar name made Qian Renxue, who was about to leave, freeze in place.
She was certain she had not misheard.
The name of the man who killed her father: Clear Sky Douluo, Tang Hao!
From childhood she had never received her mother's love, and Qian Xunji had not been a good father either. Most of her time had been spent living with her grandfather.
But how could she simply walk away after hearing the name of her father's murderer?
At this moment, Tang Hao, Dugu Bo, and the 100,000-year soul beast were fighting high in the sky.
Even without flight skills, a Title Douluo could levitate using sheer soul power.
"The Clear Sky Hammer, a 100,000-year spirit ring... It really is Tang Hao!"
Qian Renxue looked upward, her beautiful face devoid of expression, only cold indifference remaining.
Serpent Spear Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo also looked to the sky. With one glance they locked onto the rugged man wielding the angled Clear Sky Hammer!
Thick, blood-red killing intent had nearly solidified. Nine soul rings—yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, red—circled him.
The most eye-catching was undoubtedly that dazzling red 100,000-year ring.
"It really is Tang Hao!"
"How is he fighting the old poison and a 100,000-year soul beast!"
Both Serpent Spear and Porcupinefish hesitated. Logically, upon encountering the wanted Tang Hao, they should capture or kill him…
But even together, they felt some trepidation.
This was the man who had killed the previous Pope while surrounded by multiple Title Douluo.
Though Tang Hao was wanted by Spirit Hall, his reputation as Clear Sky Douluo had been forged by defeating Pope Qian Xunji.
Just the name Tang Hao was enough to make Serpent Spear and Porcupinefish waver, not to mention they didn't know the stance of Dugu Bo and the 100,000-year soul beast.
Compared to Tang Hao, whom they might not defeat, protecting the Young Master was far more important.
"Young Master, Tang Hao's strength is extraordinary, and Dugu Bo and that 100,000-year soul beast are no pushovers. Let's leave quickly while no one has noticed us!"
Qian Renxue immediately frowned at the suggestion.
"Heh… leave?"
A cold smile curved her beautiful lips as her gaze remained fixed on the sky. "Tang Hao is strong, but his opponents are not weak."
The three combatants above were locked in fierce battle, completely oblivious to the observers below.
Dugu Bo's spirit true body was enormous, a prominent fleshy crest atop the azure serpent king's head. Yet contrary to his usual style, he held back his strongest attacks, as if suppressing something.
The main force against Tang Hao was actually the airborne soul beast resembling Blue Silver Grass. Its thick vines danced in unison, leaving Tang Hao helpless.
The Clear Sky Hammer was completely countered; there were no openings. Even when he repelled a few vines, it changed nothing.
Whenever Tang Hao tried to bypass the vines and strike the main body, Dugu Bo blocked his path.
"Tang Hao has been completely suppressed. It seems the will of the Angel God demands I avenge my father today."
Qian Renxue had made her decision.
"Assist Dugu Bo and that 100,000-year plant-type soul beast. Tang Hao must stay here, dead or alive!"
Her usually gentle voice suddenly turned icy, carrying unshakable authority.
"This…"
Both Serpent Spear and Porcupinefish were caught in a dilemma. They were Spirit Hall members; now they had to ally with a 100,000-year soul beast.
Yet they dared not disobey Qian Renxue.
"Must I repeat myself?"
Her golden hair fluttered slightly; frost covered her holy, beautiful face. Qian Renxue's tone grew even colder.
"…Yes!"
Though their opponent was only level 40, the two Title Douluo did not dare defy her.
Two more powerful Title Douluo-level soul energies erupted, instantly alerting Tang Hao, Dugu Bo, and the others.
Weaklings could watch the show, but Title Douluo had to be taken seriously.
"Your Majesty, please don't misunderstand."
Fearing a joint attack, Porcupinefish Douluo hurriedly explained to Dugu Bo, "We are here for Tang Hao."
Dugu Bo stayed wary and said nothing, while Tang Hao's weathered face instantly darkened.
Two opponents weren't enough; now two more were targeting him?
"Tang Hao, you dare show your face despite being wanted by Spirit Hall. Since we've run into you, prepare to die!"
Porcupinefish Douluo sneered, excitement flashing in his eyes toward Tang Hao.
Though Tang Hao was strong, he was clearly not at his peak. With Dugu Bo and the 100,000-year soul beast helping, there was a real chance to finish him.
If successful, it would be a monumental achievement!
"So they're Spirit Hall dogs."
Tang Hao's eyes flashed like lightning as he coldly swept over Porcupinefish and Serpent Spear, already planning his escape route.
Dugu Bo and Ah Yin alone were hard enough; with two more, if he didn't leave soon, he really would be left behind.
"What are you waiting for? Move!"
Seeing the fighters chatting instead of attacking, Qian Renxue frowned and shouted.
Tang Hao glanced at Qian Renxue and instantly understood…
"Porcupinefish True Body!"
"Serpent Spear True Body!"
Urged by Qian Renxue, Porcupinefish and Serpent Spear finally acted. Facing Tang Hao and the others, they dared not be careless and immediately unleashed their Spirit True Bodies.
"You think you can kill me, Tang Hao? Laughable!"
"Great Sumeru Hammer Ultimate Technique: Ninth Soul Ring, Explode!"
Tang Hao roared. The bright red ring around him detonated and vanished.
Correspondingly, his soul power and strength surged; even his body grew massively larger. The Clear Sky Hammer in his hand crackled with blood-red lightning.
"Retreat!"
Su Lin shared Ah Yin's vision at all times and immediately warned her to evade the edge temporarily.
He wasn't sure if Tang Hao had truly defeated Qian Xunji with Ring Explosion, but the technique undeniably granted a massive boost.
Dugu Bo needed no reminder. Seeing Ah Yin pull back, he rolled his eyes and followed instantly.
It was obvious Tang Hao was about to play his trump card; no one would meet it head-on now…
Dugu Bo had plenty of experience; Yu Yuanzhen had died the same way.
"Great Sumeru Hammer, Explode!"
Tang Hao paid no attention to the retreating Dugu Bo and Ah Yin.
The enormous Clear Sky Hammer descended like the sky itself, crushing down upon Porcupinefish Douluo with overwhelming pressure.
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