A Battle of Wits, Slandering Tang San"you······"
Tang San's eyes widened in fury as he stared intently at Dai Yao. His anger seemed to leap from his pupils, distorting his handsome features as he gritted his teeth and growled.
He never expected to run into Dai Yao, whom he hated to the core, here, especially since he was with Ning Rongrong. In just a moment, he understood many things.
Ning Rongrong left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School for Dai Yao!
Although he desperately wanted to skin Dai Yao alive, he knew he was no match for Dai Yao now. Dai Yao had defeated him back in the Clear Sky Sect, not to mention that Dai Yao had now stolen Xiao Wu's 100,000-year soul ring!
He clenched his fists so tightly that his nails dug into his flesh without him even realizing it, and bright red blood dripped onto the ground.
Dai Yao chuckled:
"Looks like you haven't forgotten me, Tang San."
Tang San was angry on one hand because he saw Dai Yao, and on the other hand, he was also angry because Ning Rongrong and Dai Yao were involved together. Now, he has calmed down.
I will definitely take revenge.
But not now. Although he is no match for Dai Yao in a one-on-one fight, as long as he establishes the Tang Clan and recreates the peerless hidden weapons of the Tang Clan from his previous life, he will have hope of killing Dai Yao and avenging Xiao Wu.
Now, Dai Yao is his enemy, and so is Ning Rongrong.
He took a deep breath, his cold gaze fixed on Dai Yao, and said in an icy voice:
"Of course I remember you. I'll recognize you even if you turn to ashes."
Oscar and Ma Hongjun's faces darkened when they saw Dai Yao. Before coming here, they knew what had happened in the Star Dou Great Forest: Xiao Wu had been killed by Dai Yao, and they hated Dai Yao very much.
Oscar said coldly:
"Rongrong, why are you with this person?"
Ning Rongrong glanced at Oscar indifferently and said calmly, "Do I need to explain to you that I'm with Dai Yao?"
Back then, she was known as the Little Witch by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Although her temper has mellowed a lot since joining Shrek Academy, she has now severed ties with Shrek and has no need to give them face.
Moreover, she knew back then that Shrek Academy and Dai Yao were hostile to each other. After choosing Dai Yao, she was already prepared to stand with Dai Yao and be hostile to Shrek Academy.
Upon hearing this, Oscar trembled, looking at Ning Rongrong in disbelief, then at Dai Yao, and said with a bitter smile:
"Do you know that he... in the Star Dou Great Forest?"
"Little Ao, shut up!"
Tang San shouted.
He didn't want to bring up Xiao Wu's matter, and he didn't want Ning Rongrong to change her stance because of his sympathy for Xiao Wu, so that he wouldn't make a move on her.
In his mind, everyone around Dai Yao, no matter who they were, had a way to die.
Even Ning Rongrong is the same.
He stared at Ning Rongrong and said coldly:
"Ning Rongrong, from this day forward, the cooperation between the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and my Tang Clan is hereby severed. My Tang Clan will no longer manufacture the Zhuge Divine Crossbow and its accompanying hidden weapons for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
"Not only that, but my Tang Clan's artifacts will only be used by friendly sects. I will destroy the Zhuge Crossbow and numerous hidden weapons in the possession of your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School!"
Upon hearing this, Ning Rongrong immediately raised her eyebrows, suppressing her anger, and said coldly:
"Tang San, the Zhuge Crossbow and many other hidden weapons in my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School were all purchased by our sect at a great cost. Moreover, they far exceeded the market price."
"Back then, my father gave you an extremely high price because we were both from the top three sects, allowing you to make a fortune. Now, you actually want to use your hidden methods to destroy all the hidden weapons in my sect?"
"How shameless!"
"You broke the contract first, and then you tried to destroy my hidden weapons. My Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will not let anyone manipulate us."
"If you want to destroy those hidden weapons, either pay us double the price of the gold coins used to buy them, or face the retaliation of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School!"
In an instant, the scene fell silent. Even Sword Douluo, who had been resting with his eyes closed, opened them and stared at Tang San.
Tang San could break the contract if he wanted. But he would never allow it if Tang San dared to damage the sect's hidden weapons! These hidden weapons greatly enhanced the sect's defenses and were one of the sect's most important assets, related to the sect's safety.
Moreover, they had paid for these hidden weapons; if Tang San wanted to bully them, he had probably chosen the wrong person.
Dai Yao looked at Ning Rongrong with slight surprise. In the original novel, Ning Rongrong was always portrayed as a weak and frail woman. He never expected that Ning Rongrong would have such a strong side.
Upon hearing Ning Rongrong's request, Tang San's expression immediately darkened.
The things of his Tang Clan must never be passed on to outsiders, let alone to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, which is his enemy.
However, if he dared to destroy those hidden weapons, he would inevitably face retaliation from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Moreover, he absolutely could not allow the funds used by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to purchase the hidden weapons to be taken back; otherwise, how could he establish his own sect?
He gritted his teeth slightly and said:
"What a Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School! They actually use their power to intimidate people like this. Fine, consider those hidden weapons a gift to you!"
Looking at Tang San's angry face, Ning Rongrong felt that the world was somewhat absurd. Could it be that they really did something wrong? Sword Douluo's gaze towards Tang San was also full of disappointment.
Indeed, Tang San's hidden weapons had helped them a lot, and even though they paid a high price, they still had to be grateful to Tang San. But Tang San's actions this time were too dishonest.
What right do you, Tang San, have to damage the things they bought?
Just then, Titan and Niu Gao, who were still embracing and wrestling, noticed the argument and tacitly let go of each other's hands. Titan came to Tang San's side, squinted at Dai Yao, and said:
Who is this?
Titan knew very well that the real reason Tang San was so angry was not Ning Rongrong, but the blond man who suddenly appeared.
Tang San sneered:
"Dai Yao of the Spirit Hall! The former fourth prince of the Star Luo Empire, who defected to the Star Luo Empire and joined the Spirit Hall. He was the core member of the team that defeated the Spirit Hall team and won the championship of the All-Continent Soul Master Tournament!"
When Tang San said this, the disciples of the two single-attribute sects who did not know Dai Yao vaguely remembered him.
The news that one person led an unknown team to defeat the team known as the Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall had been circulating throughout the continent for a long time.
But ever since Dai Yao joined the Spirit Hall, he seems to have vanished, and no news of him can be found anymore.
They never expected that Dai Yao would suddenly appear here, and that he would be mixed up with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, which is hostile to the Spirit Hall.
Upon learning Dai Yao's identity, Niu Gao's eyes widened suddenly, and he roared:
"No wonder you've been refusing to reveal your identity; you're from the Spirit Hall! And you even talked about establishing a neutral sect? What a load of rubbish!"
"I must have been blind to keep you in the clan for so long! Get out! Get out of here now!"
Dai Yao was not angry. He pointed at Tang San and calmly said:
"Senior, you told me to get lost because I'm from the Spirit Hall. Would you like to check which faction that person belongs to?"
Niu Gao was taken aback, looked at Tang San, and said with a gloomy expression:
"Your surname is Tang? You're from the Haotian Sect?"
Tang San had no choice but to nod and say, "Yes, my father is Tang Hao."
From Niu Gao's words, he understood Dai Yao's purpose. Dai Yao actually wanted to establish a sect as well!
Dai Yao's purpose in coming here was obvious: to win over the four single-attribute clans. Tang San absolutely could not accept this; these were the foundation of his Tang Clan!
"What!"
Niu Gao exclaimed in surprise and anger.
He turned to Titan and shouted, "Old gorilla, what do you mean! Why did you bring the people from the Clear Sky Sect here! Haven't the Clear Sky Sect caused us enough trouble?"
Titan ignored Niu Gao's anger, instead staring intently at Dai Yao and saying to Niu Gao:
"Old Rhino, calm down. Although Tang San is a member of the Clear Sky Sect, it was the Clear Sky Sect that abandoned us. What does it have to do with him?"
"Besides, our first priority now is to get rid of this uninvited guest from the Spirit Hall!"
Titan understood Tang San's intentions for this trip: not only to apologize to the four single-attribute sects, but also to use their power to establish a sect.
He discerned Dai Yao's purpose in Niu Gao's words. Although he didn't know why the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, an enemy of the Spirit Hall, would support Dai Yao, he had to clear obstacles for his young master!
"Let's see who dares! It's true that Dai Yao is from the Spirit Hall, but it was the Spirit Hall that made the move back then. What does it have to do with Dai Yao? If you want to drive him away, you're trying to drive away our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School!"
Ning Rongrong retorted with the same words as Titan, her tone unfriendly.
Upon hearing this, Niu Gao's face turned extremely ugly.
The people brought by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School belonged to the Spirit Hall, while the people brought by his old buddy Titan belonged to the Clear Sky School. He wanted to get rid of these two guys immediately.
However, Dai Yao was vouched for by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and Tang San was brought by Titan. To expel only one of them would undoubtedly be a slap in their face.
If they were to drive both of them away, not only would it be a loss of face for Titan, who had come all this way, but it would also be extremely embarrassing for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. After all, the titled Douluo Sword Douluo, the strongest attacker in the world, was right there in their mansion!
Seeing the troubled look on Niu Gao's face, Tang San realized this was his chance to win Niu Gao's favor. He stepped forward and said:
"Senior Niu Gao, please hear me out."
"I have nothing to say to people from your Haotian Sect!"
Niu Gao said impatiently, turning his head away, not wanting to look at Tang San.
Titan quickly tugged at his old friend, trying to get him to give Tang San a chance to stay.
Tang San bowed deeply to Niu Gao and said:
"Senior Niu Gao, I apologize for the trouble that Haotian Sect and my father caused to the four clans. I know that such an apology does not mean anything. I came with Senior Titan this time in the hope of finding a way to make amends to the four clans."
Niu Gao wanted to say something more, but Titan held him tightly, forcing him to swallow his words.
Dai Yao frowned slightly, noticing that Niu Gao's attitude seemed to have softened. He realized that he had to take action, otherwise the Yu clan would really be abducted by Tang San.
Dai Yao clasped his hands and said:
"Senior Niu Gao, please hear me out as well."
In an instant, several gazes all focused on Dai Yao.
Titan's eyes were filled with anger, and Tang San's eyes were even more hostile. If he waited a little longer, he might be able to get the opportunity to stay here.
Niu Gao stared at Dai Yao for a long while, then looked at Ning Rongrong and Sword Douluo, took a deep breath, and finally said in a deep voice:
"You are a member of the Spirit Hall. Although I don't know how you gained the support of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, I will give you a few minutes for the sake of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School."
"If it's all nonsense, then just leave my Yu clan!"
Dai Yao smiled slightly, and under everyone's gaze, he slowly walked to Tang San, saying with a half-smile:
"Tang San, if I'm not mistaken, you came here not only to make amends to the four clans, but also for a more important purpose, right?"
Upon hearing this, Tang San's pupils shrank sharply.
Did Dai Yao realize that he wanted to establish a sect? But how would he know?
Titan's expression changed. He supported Tang San in establishing a sect and also wanted to bring in the other three single-attribute sects, but he absolutely could not say that now!
Niu Gao was already furious, and now he wanted to acknowledge someone from the Haotian Sect as his sect leader. Given Niu Gao's powder keg temper, wouldn't he explode immediately?!
Niu Gao noticed Titan's unusual behavior and realized that Dai Yao's words were true. His face gradually darkened, and he shook off Titan's arm, staring intently at Tang San, and said coldly:
"Kid, tell me, what else is your purpose in coming here?"
Tang San was momentarily speechless. Titan quickly stopped Niu Gao, saying, "Old Rhino, calm down..."
"How can I stay calm! Titan, tell me, what else are you hiding from me!"
Niu Gao roared angrily.
The Titans and the Haotian Sect have joined forces to keep this from him, and when he presses them for answers, they keep dodging the question, which is clearly not in his best interest!
He wasn't angry that Titan had kept it from him, but that his old buddy of many years was plotting against him!
Dai Yao smiled and said:
"Tang San, since you don't want to say it, then I'll say it for you. You came here not to gain the understanding of the four single-attribute clans, but to win them over and establish a sect, right?"
Dai Yao deliberately emphasized Tang San's true purpose, rather than seeking the understanding of the four major sects, intentionally sowing discord among them.
Upon hearing this, Niu Gao abruptly turned to look at Tang San, only to see Tang San remain silent, clearly acknowledging the matter. He then angrily addressed Titan beside him:
"Old gorilla, haven't the Clear Sky Sect harmed us enough? You still want to acknowledge the Tang family as your sect leader? You can acknowledge them, but I can't. Have you forgotten the blood feud from back then?"
Titan was at a loss for words and could only sigh silently.
Tang San interjected to explain:
"Senior, the sect I founded has absolutely no connection with the Haotian Sect, and will never merge with it in the future..."
Just as Tang San was about to continue explaining, Dai Yao interrupted him with a cold laugh:
"If I remember correctly, Tang San, you only need to fulfill three conditions to inherit the position of Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect. Given your relationship with the Clear Sky Sect, can anyone be sure that you won't merge the four major sects with the Clear Sky Sect in the future?"
Dai Yao knew that Tang San wanted to establish his own Tang Sect and would never merge with the Clear Sky Sect. But others didn't know that. He was now stirring up trouble, smearing Tang San, and leaving him with no way to refute his claims.
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Tang San glared at Dai Yao, too angry to speak.
The Tang Clan he established would never merge with the Haotian Sect, but would the Yu Clan believe that? Moreover, what made him even more uneasy was how Dai Yao knew that as long as he fulfilled three conditions, he could inherit the position of the Haotian Sect Master?
Could there be a traitor within the Haotian Sect?
"What?! You actually have a chance to become the sect leader of the Haotian Sect?! Then what's the point of even establishing a sect?!"
Niu Gao glared angrily and said.
For a moment, everyone in the Yu clan glared at Tang San. They already harbored no goodwill towards the Clear Sky Sect, especially given Tang San's close relationship with them. If Titan hadn't been present, they would have wanted to kick Tang San out!
"Old friend, calm down. I guarantee you, the sect Tang San founded will never merge with the Clear Sky Sect! If they do merge, I'll be the first to leave!"
Titan offered some words of advice.
Upon hearing this, Niu Gao felt much better, but remembering what Titan had kept from him, he stared into Titan's eyes and said:
"Titan, tell me, did you already know his purpose all along?"
Titan remained silent. Hearing Niu Gao address him by his name, he realized Niu Gao was truly enraged. After a long pause, he finally spoke:
"Old Rhino, listen to me. I do know Tang San's purpose, but I assure you, he has absolutely no intention of harming our four single-attribute clans."
"Now, the first thing we need to do is get rid of this Spirit Hall guy!"
He turned his head, looked at Dai Yao, and said indifferently.
Even if it offends the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, he must drive Dai Yao away. Otherwise, with Dai Yao's repeated disruptions, the young master's great cause may not be completed!
"Senior Titan, I address you as 'senior' out of respect for Senior Niu Gao. But if you continue to be so aggressive, don't blame me for being impolite!"
"What can you do if I stay here?"
Dai Yao cupped his hands and said calmly.
The Power Clan is Tang Hao's direct descendant, and he would never poach them. Therefore, he would not give Titan any face.
Upon hearing this, Ning Rongrong tugged at Dai Yao's sleeve with some concern. Although she had heard of some of Dai Yao's incredible achievements, Titan was, after all, a Soul Douluo-level powerhouse, and she would inevitably suffer losses if she faced him.
Niu Gao frowned slightly, unsure of how to treat Dai Yao.
On one hand, Dai Yao was a member of the Spirit Hall, and he originally wanted to drive Dai Yao away. On the other hand, Dai Yao was guaranteed by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, and had just exposed Tang San's purpose for him. He had to repay this favor.
But Titan was, after all, an old friend of his, and in the end, he chose to remain neutral.
Titan's enormous eyes stared intently at Dai Yao, and he said disdainfully:
"You're just a greenhorn, aren't you afraid of biting off more than you can chew? How dare you be so rude to me?"
Dai Yao smiled and said:
"Senior has always been hostile towards me. Since that's the case, you fight me. If you win, I'll leave without saying a word. But if I win, you must never mention sending me away again, how about that?"
Titan laughed loudly, and said contemptuously:
"Okay!" (End of Chapter)