Tang Hao felt warmth in his heart—his elder brother still cared for him.
"Do you believe me if I say it was just a coincidence?" Tang Hao responded helplessly to his brother's question.
"Really just a coincidence?" Tang Xiao didn't believe it.
"Truly a coincidence—so much so that even I find it hard to believe!" Tang Hao shook his head. "Before returning to the academy, I went to thank Ning Fengzhi. He told me the results of the investigation. The reason for the mishap on the stage was Dai Mubai's breakthrough in Soul Power, which greatly amplified the power of the Martial Soul Fusion Skill."
Tang Hao recounted the entire Soul Duel process to Tang Xiao.
After hearing it, Tang Xiao was speechless.
This was truly an unjust accusation!
It had absolutely nothing to do with Xiao San, yet his final strike had killed Yu Tianxin, and his younger brother had worsened his injuries.
The worst part was that the blame still fell on the Clear Sky Sect.
After two consecutive incidents, even Tang Xiao himself suspected that Tang Hao and his son might have been scheming something, let alone others.
"Brother Hao, after this incident, the feud between us and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family will likely never be resolved!" Tang Xiao's eyes gleamed with a cold light.
Tang Hao nodded. He understood Tang Xiao's point clearly. "The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family only has that old dragon left—hardly a threat. If he tries anything against our sect, he'll surely rely on the Spirit Hall. We must remain cautious of them. I've instructed Xiao San to regard the Grandmaster as a father figure, hoping to buy us some time."
Yu Xiaogang valued Tang San greatly. Even after this incident, his attitude showed no signs of abandoning Tang San.
Tang Hao believed that once his son grew stronger and the sect regained its former might, that old dragon would be left with nothing but futile rage.
"If that old dragon still refuses to see reason, don't blame me for being ruthless!" Tang Xiao said coldly.
With the Clear Sky Sect's strength, facing the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family posed little pressure.
If not for his wariness of the Spirit Hall, Tang Xiao could have joined forces with the sect's elders to eliminate Yu Yuanzhen outside Suotuo City last time.
"Brother, although Salas is making a lot of noise, he's just one of Bibi Dong's lapdogs. Be careful of her—that woman is extraordinary, and her strength is growing rapidly!" Tang Hao warned.
Tang Xiao nodded solemnly in agreement.
The Spirit Hall had been quiet lately, but they remained the sect's greatest enemy.
For now, they could only ally with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Star Luo Imperial Family to resist the Spirit Hall.
Both brothers wore heavy expressions.
The Clear Sky Sect was powerful, but the Spirit Hall's foundation ran deeper.
For now, they could only remain on the defensive.
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao began whispering their plans.
Meanwhile, elsewhere—
Tang San arrived at a lakeside deep in the forest.
A fence encircled the lake, inside which grew a vibrant array of flowers.
Tang San knew his teacher would be here at this time.
But as soon as he arrived, his expression stiffened.
Voices raised in argument echoed from beside the fence.
Three figures stood there—the Golden Iron Triangle.
Among them, Liu Erlong was seething with anger. "Yu Xiaogang, did you bring your disciple back to take revenge on your family because of the discrimination you suffered in the past?"
At these words, Flender beside them revealed an awkward smile and quickly interjected, "Erlong, don't blame Xiaogang. It's been investigated—it was a mistake. No one expected Dai Mubai to break through at the last moment!"
"What about last time? That was also a 'mistake'! How many more 'mistakes' are there going to be? Or is your disciple simply the bane of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family? Every time there's a Soul Duel, someone from the family dies!" Liu Erlong pressed relentlessly.
Yu Xiaogang frowned. "Erlong, what exactly are you trying to say?"
"They are not fit to continue participating in the Soul Master Competition under the name of Blue Tyrant Academy!" Liu Erlong declared coldly, her tone resolute.
Flender and Yu Xiaogang were stunned. Erlong's reaction was far too extreme. If they withdrew from Blue Tyrant Academy now, they wouldn't even have the chance to join another academy.
"Erlong, don't be unreasonable. Xiao San had no motive to kill Tianheng and Tianxin. They're all geniuses who need this experience now. If they withdraw from the Soul Master Competition, when will they ever get another opportunity like this?" Yu Xiaogang's voice turned icy as well.
Liu Erlong scoffed mockingly. "Oh, they need experience? At the cost of the family's geniuses? Last time, Tang San killed Yu Tianheng. Even if it was an accident, didn't he feel even a shred of guilt? And now, facing Thunder Academy, he doubles down, using his trump card against them. Had he shown the slightest restraint, I might have believed it was truly an accident last time. But no. He's utterly ungrateful. Using Blue Tyrant Academy's spot! Learning under your guidance, Yu Xiaogang! Yet killing the geniuses of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family! This is your prized disciple, Yu Xiaogang!"
Liu Erlong had always been hot-tempered, and even before the competition, she had despised Tang San's character. Now, she deeply regretted not stopping him earlier. Her sharp words left Yu Xiaogang pale-faced, his mind buzzing. Beside him, Flender rubbed his hands nervously—even with his thick skin, he had no defense this time. If Tang San had shown any remorse, this fight could have been avoided. But there was none.
Yet, Yu Xiaogang quickly regained his composure. "Erlong, Tianheng and Tianxin's deaths are facts now, and no one wanted this. I believe Xiao San didn't either—he just carries a heavy burden of hatred and is desperate to grow stronger. That's why he fights relentlessly in every battle. Once Xiao San matures, he'll become a pillar of the family, capable of protecting it for decades! Erlong, don't let emotions cloud your judgment. You already held a general assembly last time and made Flender the academy head. Stay out of academy affairs from now on!" Yu Xiaogang spoke coldly.
Liu Erlong's eyes widened in disbelief. This was her own academy. Even if she had handed it over before, he couldn't just take it for granted like this!
"Stay out of the Soul Master Competition from now on. In time, you'll see what kind of powerhouse I bring to the family!" Yu Xiaogang grew more resolute with each word.
Liu Erlong was speechless. Yu Xiaogang had become a stranger—calculating, cold, devoid of emotion, driven only by gain.
Thud!
Tang San stepped forward and knelt before Yu Xiaogang and Liu Erlong. "Teacher, Aunt Erlong, please don't argue anymore. All the fault is mine. Punish me as you see fit!"
Tears streamed down Tang San's face as he wore an expression of deep remorse.
Yu Xiaogang also realized his earlier tone had been too harsh.
"Erlong, Xiao San has already admitted his mistake. Give him another chance!"
Yu Xiaogang suddenly remembered Liu Erlong's temperament.
She responded better to gentleness than force - one must never confront her head-on.
He looked at Liu Erlong with earnest hope in his eyes.
Flender likewise gazed at Liu Erlong with anticipation.
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