Chapter 116: Chapter 116: Tang San’s Hidden Plan within the Emperor Auspicious Beast
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As Xiao Yan re-entered a meditative state, the flow of energy from the heavens and earth around him accelerated. Eventually, his body became akin to a black hole, endlessly absorbing the surrounding energy.
Under his meticulous guidance, the energy coursed through his meridians, undergoing refinement until it transformed into pure Dou Qi. This Dou Qi was then channeled into the pale yellow cyclone within him.
As the cyclone absorbed wave after wave of energy, it rippled violently, as if a massive stone had been thrown into a calm lake.
Soon, the pale yellow cyclone began to rotate at high speed, unleashing a powerful suction force. Xiao Yan watched in alarm as the energy entered his body uncontrollably, no longer within his command.
From this point, everything seemed beyond his grasp. The purple cyclone took over completely, manipulating the energy. Meanwhile, his physical body began to strengthen under the continuous flow of energy. Observing closely, Xiao Yan noticed faint traces of liquid forming within the cyclone.
"Phew…"
Exhaling a breath of nonexistent air, Xiao Yan felt a surge of elation. With the emergence of this liquid energy, he sensed a profound transformation in his bones and flesh, as though every cell was being infused with immense power.
After half an hour, the originally pale yellow cyclone had fully transformed into a palm-sized cyclone of purple, gold, and green hues. At its core, tiny droplets of tri-colored liquid swirled gently.
Suddenly, Xiao Yan opened his eyes. His black hair fluttered without wind, and his clothes rippled as a surge of power several times stronger than before erupted from his body.
"Teacher, I did it! I've advanced to Dou Master!" Clenching his fists tightly, Xiao Yan felt an unprecedented surge of energy coursing through him, and his voice brimmed with excitement.
"Good, good. And you succeeded on your first attempt." Yao Lao nodded with satisfaction as he sensed the transformation within Xiao Yan. "Now you must secure the fourth spirit ring for your Ling Eye martial spirit. Only then can you continue cultivating."
Xiao Yan nodded, stepping off the bed. He extended his right hand, releasing purple Dou Qi that swirled around him before condensing into a protective barrier over his body.
This was Dou Qi Robe, a hallmark skill of the Dou Master rank.
Looking at the shimmering purple robe, Xiao Yan grinned in delight. He swung his fists a few times, creating sharp whistling sounds in the air. His body, strengthened by the energy baptism, now possessed immense physical power.
Watching Xiao Yan test his newfound strength, Yao Lao smiled and shook his head. Once Xiao Yan calmed down, Yao Lao spoke. "Let's go to the Star Dou Forest. There, we can obtain your fourth spirit ring and search for treasures to restore spiritual power."
"Alright, let's go, Teacher." Xiao Yan nodded and moved to the window. His Soul Guidance Flight Device extended with a sharp whoosh.
Yao Lao's spectral form shimmered before merging back into the ring on Xiao Yan's finger. Moments later, Xiao Yan leaped out the window.
In the distant sky, a black silhouette shot toward the Star Dou Forest, moving like a meteor through the heavens.
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Divine Realm
Clouds swirled and shifted in endless patterns, sometimes churning like waves, other times still and serene. The dense elemental energy lingered within the mist, occasionally intermingled with threads of faith rising from the mortal realm, nourishing this sacred land.
The grand palace of the Divine Realm Committee stood illuminated under the seven-colored radiance of the Divine Realm, its golden glow exuding majesty.
The eight-sided hall had no decorations, yet its walls flickered with countless ever-changing scenes. Each projection represented a different world under the Divine Realm's jurisdiction.
A blue-haired figure stood before one of the screens, his gaze fixed on its events. After a moment, his brows furrowed, and his voice turned cold.
"In just a few days, the trajectory of the Douluo Continent has changed so drastically. What is going on?"
"Could someone be meddling in secret?"
The speaker's water-blue hair cascaded like a waterfall, reaching the ground. This was Tang San, Sea God and Asura God, and the Divine Realm's highest enforcer.
"Destruction... Is this your doing?" Tang San's eyes narrowed, his tone filled with icy resolve. "To think you'd dare undermine my plans spanning millennia. It seems you've chosen death!"
A faint red glow flashed across his blue eyes before quickly fading.
Just then, a pink figure stepped out from the void behind Tang San, gently wrapping her arm around his. In a soft voice, she said, "San-ge, I'm so worried about Xiao Qi. Do you think we could bring her back?"
The speaker was Xiao Wu, Tang San's wife and a transformed 100,000-year spirit beast. She still wore her signature scorpion braid and carried a youthful charm, though her mature elegance now eclipsed her girlish naivety.
Tang San smiled gently, stroking Xiao Wu's head. "Xiao Qi has only been in the mortal realm a few days. If we always shield her, how can she grow? Don't worry; I've already sent Da Ming and Er Ming to watch over her. She'll be fine."
"But... it's the Douluo Continent. While I trust Da Ming, Er Ming can be reckless," Xiao Wu pouted.
Tang San chuckled. "Don't worry, my dear. With Da Ming and Er Ming's strength, no one on Douluo Continent can touch her. Besides, I've set up a seal within her body. If she's ever in danger, I can channel Sea God's power to protect her."
Hearing this, Xiao Wu finally relaxed and nodded.
Tang San sighed. "Still, the gears of Douluo Continent's history have shifted unexpectedly. Do you remember the newly ascended star from not long ago? He's veered completely off the path I designed. Someone must be meddling."
"Who could it be?" Xiao Wu asked with a frown.
Tang San's eyes glinted coldly. "Whoever they are, they've overplayed their hand. While this star now drifts further from Tang Sect, I've already set everything in motion. Soon, he'll reunite with Xiao Qi, and together, they'll restore the Tang Sect to glory…"
Tang San's thoughts darkened. Destruction, you may calculate and manipulate, but you could never foresee the hidden thread I've planted within the Emperor Auspicious Beast. Nothing can thwart my millennia-old plan.
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Heavenly Soul Empire – Tian Dou City
In the bustling streets of Tian Dou City, a petite figure wandered alone. Tang Ya had returned here long ago, but her face no longer bore its usual warmth. Her once rosy complexion had grown pale and sallow.
Tian Dou City was her home—a place of joy and sorrow. Years ago, a nameless sect within the Soul Master world had stolen everything from her. The Tang Sect, after millennia of decline, finally fell.
Her parents… gone.
Clenching her fists tightly, Tang Ya muttered, "Father, Mother, I'll avenge you. No matter what, I'll restore the Tang Sect's glory."
With resolute steps, she headed toward the Tang Sect's old grounds.
At the site, an imposing gate stood. Its crimson walls exuded solemnity, adorned with gray tiles that gleamed under the sun. Above the gate, three bold characters read Iron Blood Sect—a bitter reminder of the sect that replaced Tang Sect.
Glaring at the plaque, Tang Ya's heart burned with anger. She wiped her tears, and as two yellow and two purple spirit rings emerged around her, her eyes glowed with crimson light.
"Vengeance is mine!"
Just as Tang Ya faced certain defeat at the hands of Iron Blood Sect's experts, an old man dressed in black appeared silently behind her.
With a mere wave of his hand, the sect's disciples were annihilated.
"Grandmaster Xuan?" Tang Ya exclaimed in astonishment.
The endless sea of green stretched as far as the eye could see, a boundless expanse of dense forest that concealed untold mysteries.
Underneath an ancient tree, Xiao Yan frowned as he scrutinized the map in his hands. He had been exploring the Star Dou Forest for several days now, yet suitable spiritual-type soul beasts remained elusive.
"How can there not be any suitable spiritual-type soul beasts? Teacher, searching aimlessly like this is wasting valuable cultivation time." Xiao Yan waved the parchment map in frustration, glancing toward Yao Lao, who floated in midair.
"Patience, Xiao Yan. Rushing will not change the outcome." Yao Lao descended slowly, his tone calm yet firm.
Just as Yao Lao finished speaking, the rustling of leaves and hurried footsteps echoed from a distance. Emerging from the dense forest was a figure fleeing in panic.
The man's legs were extraordinarily thick, several times larger than a normal person's, hinting that his martial spirit might be of the body-type variety. His desperate movements tore through the undergrowth, leaving a trail of broken branches and crushed leaves.
Sensing potential danger, Yao Lao's figure flickered, retreating swiftly into the ring on Xiao Yan's finger.
Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes, gripping the heavy ruler on his back tightly as he watched the scene unfold
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