Chapter 76: The Reluctant Disciple, the Spirit Hall's Encirclement and Slaughter!
Notting Academy, back mountain.
After being brought from Saint Spirit Village by his father Tang Hao—
Since Tang Hao still had to go to Notting Academy to bring Yu Xiaogang out, he left Tang San here.
At this moment, Tang San was sitting beneath a large tree, waiting for his father Tang Hao to return with someone.
However, during the wait, Tang San's eyes appeared a bit dazed.
Because he was thinking about what had happened earlier in Saint Spirit Village...
"Dad, do you really want me to take this Yu Xiaogang as my teacher?"
Inside the blacksmith shop at Saint Spirit Village, after seeing Yu Xiaogang's message in the livestream, Tang San felt a strong resistance in his heart.
In his past life, he had been part of the martial world. Although he had a favorable impression of scholars like Yu Xiaogang in theory, he deeply despised those who deceived women and claimed others' knowledge as their own.
Besides, his father Tang Hao was the mighty Haotian Douluo, born of the Clear Sky Sect, entirely capable of teaching him.
Why did it have to be this revolting guy?
Tang San really didn't understand.
"Xiao San, although Yu Xiaogang's character leaves much to be desired, he's from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan and later studied many teachings of Spirit Hall under Pope Bibi Dong."
"His theoretical knowledge is still quite solid, certainly stronger than your father's."
"So having him teach you about the world of spirit masters and soul beasts isn't a bad idea."
"More importantly, I still need to go look for your mother. I don't have much time to teach you, understand?"
Tang Hao could hear the resistance in Tang San's tone.
Even so, he still spoke solemnly, sighing a little as he gently patted Tang San's head.
Mom...
Hearing his father mention his mother, Ah Yin, Tang San fell silent, his expression complicated.
He had believed for a long time that his mother had died—
Just as his father had told him when he was younger.
But unexpectedly, his mother was still alive… and yet, she refused to acknowledge him!
This left Tang San heartbroken.
Although he wasn't the original owner of this body—
He hadn't taken it by force; it had been an accident.
Over the years, he had truly come to see Tang Hao as his father, and naturally, Ah Yin as his mother.
But because of that despicable Lin Yan, his mother now refused to recognize him!
Thinking of Lin Yan filled Tang San with fury.
Because he had lacked familial love in his previous life, he treasured family even more in this one.
Thus, for someone like Lin Yan who had destroyed his family, Tang San wanted nothing more than to tear him to pieces!
And now, hearing his father say he was going to look for his mother—
What else could Tang San say?
He could only agree, however reluctantly, to take that clown of a "Grandmaster" Yu Xiaogang as his teacher...
As Tang San continued waiting—
Finally, Tang Hao returned with Yu Xiaogang. The two flew swiftly toward him.
Upon seeing his father, Tang San immediately stood up.
"Xiao San, let me introduce you. This is Grandmaster Yu Xiaogang—he should be the most suitable teacher for you."
After bringing Yu Xiaogang in front of Tang San, Tang Hao spoke in a low voice, introducing him.
Looking at the man before him, dressed in academic robes, with a buzz cut and hands clasped behind his back—though he maintained a calm expression, there was no hiding his excitement.
Even though he was full of reluctance, since he had promised his father—
Tang San could only sigh internally. Still, he respectfully knelt before Yu Xiaogang and knocked his head on the ground three times.
"Tang San greets his teacher!"
Seeing Tang San suddenly kneel and kowtow, Tang Hao was momentarily stunned—and so was Yu Xiaogang.
Snapping back to his senses, Yu Xiaogang quickly stepped forward to help him up and said,
"Child, what are you doing? A simple bow is enough to acknowledge a teacher. Kowtowing is a gesture reserved for rulers and parents!"
Seeing Yu Xiaogang's decent attitude, Tang San felt a bit more at ease. Smiling slightly, he respectfully replied:
"A teacher is more than just a teacher. As the saying goes: 'He who teaches me for a day is my father for life!'"
"You are instructing me in knowledge, which in a sense, makes you like a father. So it is only proper I offer such respect."
"Good child!"
Upon hearing Tang San's explanation, the Grandmaster was deeply moved.
Ever since his spirit awakened at age six—
Whether at the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan or within Spirit Hall, no one had ever shown him this kind of reverence again.
Now, seeing Tang San, he was reminded of the past, and his heart was full of emotion.
Meanwhile, hidden in the distance in a projection of Shangqing—
Watching Tang San kneel and formally acknowledge Yu Xiaogang as his master.
And seeing Yu Xiaogang's face glow red with joy, as though he had regained his confidence—
Lin Yan couldn't help but inwardly complain.
Tang San really was a paragon of teacherly respect!
If it had been him, he definitely wouldn't have kowtowed like that to take a master.
As the saying goes: "A man's knees are worth gold!"
Unless it was to ancestors or parents, Lin Yan would never kneel to anyone!
But Tang San was from ancient times, so this behavior made sense.
After Tang San formally became Yu Xiaogang's disciple—
Even though he was speechless at Tang San's kowtowing—
Tang Hao still immediately spoke seriously to the two:
"All right, there are people from Spirit Hall in Notting City. We can't waste any more time here. Let's go."
With that, Tang Hao scooped up Tang San and flew rapidly toward the forest ahead, preparing to leave Notting City through the woods.
Seeing this, Yu Xiaogang also activated his spirit power and quickly followed.
Since Tang Hao deliberately kept his speed manageable, Yu Xiaogang was able to keep up.
"How come there's no sign of Spirit Hall yet? Could it be they haven't arrived? That's impossible!"
Seeing Tang Hao leaving with Yu Xiaogang, and still no trace of Spirit Hall nearby—
The hidden Shangqing projection and Lin Yan both found it suspicious.
But they weren't worried, because both knew—
Bibi Dong and the others likely knew Tang Hao and his son had been in Saint Spirit Village.
It was entirely possible that the Spirit Hall forces were lying in ambush around the village.
As Tang Hao and Yu Xiaogang left, Lin Yan quietly followed.
In the back mountain, Tang Hao carried Tang San.
Yu Xiaogang followed closely behind.
The three soon crossed the back mountain, climbed over Notting City's walls, and arrived outside.
Though they headed in the direction of Saint Spirit Village, Tang Hao wasn't planning to take Yu Xiaogang directly into the village.
He intended to bring Yu Xiaogang to the valley behind the village and have him teach Tang San there.
Just as Tang Hao and Yu Xiaogang had gone far from Notting City—
When they reached a wooded area outside the city—
Suddenly, a sinister and feminine laugh echoed from the nearby forest.
"Tang Hao, we've been waiting for you for a long time!"
As the voice rang out, five figures shot out from the forest, surrounding Tang Hao on all sides.
When he saw the people before him—
A woman in a regal purple robe, holding an ornate scepter with a noble, elegant appearance.
Beside her, a feminine man in golden armor with long golden hair.
And on the other side, a cold man in black armor with long black hair.
Tang Hao's face instantly darkened.
This was... Spirit Hall?!
Why was Spirit Hall here?!
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