Chapter 312: Bo Saixi's Stance
After Yang Potian finished speaking, he simply stood opposite Bo Saixi, saying nothing further.
Bo Saixi's expression grew icy. "What you're saying might make sense, but given your current strength, you've far surpassed the Haotian Clan. So why keep targeting them?"
Yang Potian, unimpressed by her biased attitude, refused to show her any deference. "It seems, Senior, you misunderstand. From the beginning, all I did was retaliate. Let me ask you this—if someone came to your own home, to Sea God Island, and attacked just because they happened to be an old friend of yours, would you simply allow them to walk all over you?"
"When Tang San first came to Tianxing Academy to steal medicinal herbs, the Haotian twins ignored the offense and attacked our academy. Was I supposed to sit back and let them pillage and bully us?"
Bo Saixi sighed. "I only hoped to preserve old friendships and let past grudges go. Why not start fresh?"
Observing Bo Saixi's wistful expression, Yang Potian was silent for a long moment before letting out a laugh. "Senior Bo Saixi, instead of urging me to abandon grudges, why don't you suggest the same to Tang San? Who here is truly unwilling to let go?"
Bo Saixi's expression shifted slightly. "What do you mean by that? Why should Tang San let go of any grudges?"
Yang Potian's gaze grew faintly amused. "Perhaps, living overseas, you haven't heard the recent events. Several months ago, the Wuhun Empire, led by Emperor Bibi Dong, launched an attack with countless experts on the Haotian Clan. Right now, Tang San is likely the only survivor of his clan."
Bo Saixi's face darkened. "What do you mean? The Haotian Clan was wiped out?"
A smirk tugged at Yang Potian's lips. "I can't say for sure. Bibi Dong led the Wuhun Empire's experts and struck simultaneously at the Heaven Dou Imperial Clan, the Xingluo Clan, the Haotian Clan, and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. Ning Fengzhi led a small group of core disciples to take refuge at Tianxing Academy. As for the other three clans, there's been no news."
"Could the Wuhun Empire really have that kind of strength? How could they wipe out so many powers at once?"
"That, I wouldn't know. On that day, I sensed more than a dozen Titled Douluo appear around Heaven Dou City. The battle was reportedly intense. According to Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan, the Wuhun Empire deployed five Titled Douluo just to handle their clan, along with hundreds of Spirit Sages and above. The force sent against the Haotian Clan must have been even greater."
Bo Saixi's expression grew heavy. "And despite sensing it, you didn't step in to stop them?"
Yang Potian waved dismissively. "You're mistaken again, Senior. Tianxing Academy has always maintained neutrality, never interfering in the affairs of Douluo Continent. None of this is our concern. And even if I had saved the Haotian Clan, they would never have shown any gratitude. If the Wuhun Empire's dozen Titled Douluo attacked Tianxing Academy, who would come to our aid?"
After a long silence, Bo Saixi finally spoke, her gaze steady. "Are you simply going to let the Wuhun Empire unify all of Douluo? Aren't you afraid they'll turn on you afterward?"
Yang Potian smirked slightly. "That's nothing for you to worry about, Senior. I've already fought Qian Daoliu, and as long as I'm around, they won't dare touch Tianxing Academy. Besides, for all your power, haven't you remained on Sea God Island, never involving yourself in Douluo's conflicts?"
After a prolonged silence, Bo Saixi fixed her gaze on him. "And what of Tang Chen? Why can't I sense him anymore?"
Yang Potian shook his head. "I wouldn't know. I only encountered Tang Chen once, and whether he's alive or not, I can't say."
"Where did you see Tang Chen?"
"The Slaughter City."
Bo Saixi's face turned dark at the mention of the Slaughter City, a place known for its lethal danger. She hadn't realized Tang Chen was trapped there.
After a lengthy, silent contemplation, her expression shifting between somber and nostalgic, Bo Saixi finally spoke again in a frigid tone. "So, why are you here on Sea God Island? Have you come to cause trouble for Tang San?"
Yang Potian smiled. "Not at all. Lord Sea God is the deity I respect most. I would never dream of causing trouble on Sea God Island. I'm here not for the High Priest or Tang San but to meet the Demon Soul Great White Shark King, Xiao Bai."
"What do you want with Xiao Bai? Are you hoping she'll help you track down a hundred-thousand-year sea spirit beast?"
"Not quite. I recall I hold Red Rank authority on Sea God Island. Meeting with Xiao Bai, Sea God's mount, shouldn't be an issue, correct?"
"Then go find her, if you're able."
With that, Bo Saixi prepared to leave. But Yang Potian spoke again. "Senior, is there a reason you're in such a hurry? I still have a few things I'd like to discuss with you."
"What else could we have to discuss?"
"Now, now, Senior. You're Sea God Island's High Priest, the most devout believer in the Sea God, practically a co-ruler of the island. You're certainly the right person to ask."
Bo Saixi's face remained impassive. "Say what you need to say. I have other matters to attend to."
Yang Potian glanced toward the inner parts of Sea God Island. "Those people here, I believe, are Tang San and his companions. I take it they're undergoing the Sea God's trials?"
"And what of it? The trials are bestowed by Lord Sea God himself. There's nothing improper. Do you have doubts?"
He chuckled. "Not at all, Senior. Who am I to question Lord Sea God? But as I understand it, land spirit masters who pass the trials are considered part of Sea God Island. Once they've completed their trials, they belong to Sea God Island and cannot leave. Am I correct?"
Bo Saixi's face darkened. "Indeed. As High Priest of Sea God Island, I will uphold the island's order."
Without a word, Bo Saixi flew off toward Tang San and his group, likely to deliver the news to them.
Yang Potian let her go and turned his focus to finding Xiao Bai. Within a few minutes, he arrived before her.
Xiao Bai, seeing him, seemed delighted. After all, he was not only an ally but had also helped eliminate the Evil Devil Orca Clan.
After a brief exchange of greetings, Yang Potian got to the point. "Xiao Bai, if I remember right, you've roamed the oceans with Lord Sea God. There's nothing in the sea that escapes your knowledge, am I right?"
Xiao Bai puffed up with pride. "Of course! Be it spirit beast or island, I know every corner of the ocean. What are you after?"
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