Douluo: Two brothers in douluo (completed)

"Are we really going to support the Spirit Hall?"

Chen Xin's question left Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong silent for a moment.

After exchanging glances, they both nodded.

"Uncle Sword, as one of the Upper Three Sects, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect cannot openly oppose the Clear Sky Clan."

"However, as Dai Mubai's future father-in-law, offering private assistance shouldn't raise too many questions."

Chen Xin and Gu Rong: "…"

So much for unity among the Upper Three Sects—this was clearly just lip service.

"Gather Spirit Masters and assist the Spirit Hall in cleansing the Douluo Continent of its cancer!"

"Yes, Sect Master!"

Under Ning Fengzhi's orders, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect began mobilizing Spirit Masters en masse. Led by Chen Xin, a contingent of over two thousand Spirit Masters set off to support Dai Mubai.

As the wealthiest sect on the continent, amassing such a force in a short time was far from difficult.

In the Hall of Consecration, Spirit Hall.

Qian Daoliu sat with the six other consecrators. Their expressions were mixed as they discussed recent events.

"Big Brother, is Dai Mubai really planning to attack the Clear Sky Clan with just four Spirit Douluo at his side?"

One of them spoke, incredulous.

While the Clear Sky Clan had waned over the years, it was still the continent's number-one sect. Nobody could predict how many Titled Douluo they had secretly cultivated. Dai Mubai declaring a war of extermination against them with only the Four Great Clans seemed reckless.

Though they had high hopes for him, this move seemed unwise.

"I know Dai Mubai's strength. Even I may not be able to subdue him unless we fight above this Hall of Consecration."

Qian Daoliu's shocking words left the six consecrators stunned.

"What? Dai Mubai's strength is that monstrous?"

Qian Daoliu, a Rank 99 Spirit Master on the verge of becoming a demigod, could even channel divine power within the Hall of Consecration. That Dai Mubai might rival him in combat was astonishing.

After a brief silence, the Golden Crocodile Douluo finally spoke up: "Big Brother, should we lend Dai Mubai some support? Better safe than sorry."

Golden Crocodile Douluo, the second consecrator and a Rank 98 powerhouse, referred to Qian Daoliu as "Big Brother" in private. Among the consecrators, their bond ran deep, and they addressed each other as brothers.

Qian Daoliu nodded. "We should. Second Brother, Sixth Brother, and Seventh Brother, you will go and provide support to Dai Mubai."

The three consecrators nodded immediately. "Understood!"

Qian Daoliu had made a promise to Tang Chen that as long as he lived, Spirit Hall would not act against the Clear Sky Clan. However, by having Golden Crocodile Douluo, Thousand Jun Douluo, and Demon Slayer Douluo temporarily join the Spirit Hall, he could circumvent this promise.

He comforted himself with the thought that this didn't technically violate his vow.

As for Tang Chen, his old friend was still under the control of a bat. If not for Dai Mubai's intervention, Qian Daoliu wouldn't even have known.

The three consecrators—Golden Crocodile Douluo (Rank 98), Thousand Jun Douluo (Rank 96), and Demon Slayer Douluo (Rank 96)—left the Hall of Consecration without additional troops. Together, they were formidable enough to face even a Rank 99 Spirit Master.

In the Papal Palace

Bibi Dong frowned. The movements of the three consecrators hadn't escaped her notice.

"Those old fools from the Hall of Consecration!" she muttered under her breath.

Before she could dwell on it further, Yue Guan entered the hall with a serious expression.

At first, Bibi Dong assumed Yue Guan had come to report on the consecrators' departure. To her surprise, he said, "Your Majesty, I have a matter to report. I need to leave the Papal Palace for a while. I request your permission."

Bibi Dong's expression darkened. She couldn't understand why Yue Guan repeatedly defied her.

"What's the situation with Tang San?" she asked pointedly.

Yue Guan, tasked with monitoring Tang San, replied with confidence: "Rest assured, Your Majesty. Tang San poses no immediate threat. I've arranged for Demon Bear Douluo to keep an eye on him and report back."

Bibi Dong: "…"

He really has thought this through.

Among the elders, Yue Guan and Gui Mei's influence ensured they had leverage. Many were hesitant to cross them, given their shared martial soul fusion technique and combined power.

With Tang San under watch and the Hall of Consecration acting separately, Yue Guan clearly felt secure in pursuing his own goals.

"Take Gui Mei with you," Bibi Dong said after a moment's thought, closing her eyes in resignation.

Yue Guan froze briefly before breaking into a smile. The Pope clearly understood his intentions and hadn't stopped him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Gui Mei, appearing moments later, glanced at Yue Guan with some confusion but didn't question him. The bond between them was deeper than blood, and no words were necessary.

As they left Spirit City, Yue Guan finally broke the silence.

"Old Ghost, aren't you curious why I'm going to help Dai Mubai?"

"Does it matter?" Gui Mei's raspy voice carried the eerie quality of a wraith, but Yue Guan wasn't fazed.

Once outcasts themselves, the two had risen from the bottom ranks of the Spirit Master world through their unique martial soul fusion technique. Their shared experiences forged an unbreakable bond.

End of Chapter