Chapter 99: Bibi Dong’s Feeling of Home
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"Dad." Seeing Tang Hao again, Tang San's eyes immediately reddened.
"What are you crying for?" Tang Hao frowned, scolding, "A man bleeds but does not shed tears."
"Yes, Dad." Tang San quickly wiped his tears and immediately knelt before Tang Yuehua. "Aunt, I doubted you just now. Please don't hold it against me."
"Good child, get up quickly. I'm not angry—it's not your fault." Tang Yuehua helped Tang San up and gently ruffled his hair.
Under Tang Yuehua's intense gaze, Tang Hao finally revealed the truth behind his retirement. After hearing that his mother was actually a plant, Tang San stood frozen in shock. Then, recalling the words of the one who had stolen his spirit bone, he realized—he truly was a hybrid of neither human nor beast.
Upon learning that his mother had been forced to her death by the Spirit Hall, his eyes erupted with a blood-red killing intent. He roared, "My parents' vengeance is irreconcilable!"
"Dad, my mother gave me life. Without you and her, I wouldn't exist. Whether she was human or grass, she was still my mother!"
Tang Hao nodded, a trace of comfort in his eyes. Then, with a sigh, he said, "The reason I retired was because of the battle with Qian Xunji back then. I suffered an internal injury that is nearly impossible to heal. This injury continuously erodes my body, and if I overexert myself, it will severely shorten my life."
Tang Yuehua wiped the tears from her eyes with a handkerchief and pressed Tang San's shoulders. "Xiao San, don't blame your father. Even though he wasn't with you openly, he was always watching over you from the shadows. When your external spirit bone was taken and your foundation was damaged, Hao-ge returned to the Clear Sky Sect to secure resources for you. Even the training resources you had for two years—Hao-ge obtained them from the sect."
Tang Hao said coldly, "If I hadn't gone to visit your mother at that time, would a mere Spirit Douluo have dared to steal my son's spirit bone? So many years have passed—the external spirit bone has probably fully fused with that ant by now. Even if I tear him to pieces, it won't quell my hatred."
Hearing this, Tang San's expression froze. "Dad, the one who took my spirit bone wasn't just some Spirit Douluo. He was an immensely powerful Titled Douluo. I saw it with my own eyes—he severed the Titan Giant Ape's arm with a single sword strike. It's likely that both the Titan Giant Ape and the Azure Bull Python died by his hand. Also… that person seemed to know who my mother was."
"What?!" Tang Hao was stunned. He was well aware of the Titan Giant Ape's and the Azure Bull Python's strength. If he fought either of them one-on-one, he wouldn't be afraid. But if both attacked together, he might barely manage to win by detonating his spirit rings.
Tang Yuehua was equally shocked. "Hao-ge, someone that powerful… Do you know who he is?"
"White hair… blood-red eyes… such immense strength… Could it be him?"
Based on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's misfortune, Tang Hao deduced the identity of Qian Renhan. As for the Blood Sword Martial Soul, it made sense—angels wielded swords, and when his Killing God Domain was fully unleashed, even his Clear Sky Hammer would turn red. Moreover, Qian Renhan had emerged from the Slaughter City and obtained the Killing God Domain.
"Xiao San, you must not participate in the Spirit Master Tournament. If my guess is correct, the one who took your spirit bone and killed the Titan Giant Ape and the Azure Bull Python is none other than the current Pope of the Spirit Hall—Qian Renhan!"
"Qian Renhan?!" Tang Yuehua covered her mouth in shock.
"Spirit Hall… Spirit Hall!" Tang San's eyes turned blood-red, his breath heavy with rage. Not only had they driven his mother to her death and killed Xiao Wu's family, but they had also stolen his external spirit bone. The Spirit Hall… truly deserved destruction!
"No, Dad. I must participate."
Tang San said firmly, "The rewards for this year's Spirit Master Tournament include not only three spirit bones but also legendary herbs like the Nine-Grade Purple Zhi. Consuming such an herb will not only greatly enhance a spirit master's cultivation but also allow for effortless breakthroughs before the seventieth rank—all with no side effects!"
"It has such terrifying effects?!" Tang Hao was shocked. But he hesitated. No matter how good an herb was, what use was it if his son lost his life? The Spirit Hall wasn't foolish. If they were offering such valuable rewards, it was naturally meant for their own people.
The strength of the Spirit Hall's tournament team remained a mystery. Not everyone was as foolish as a certain someone, boasting about their team's power before the battle even began—only to be utterly crushed in the end.
Tang San continued, "Dad, aside from that, I have another reason why I must participate."
"What reason?" Tang Hao asked in surprise.
"Dad, as you said, the injuries you sustained from your battle back then can't be healed by ordinary medicinal herbs. But those two foundation-strengthening herbs are different. If I obtain them, not only will they enhance my cultivation, but they can also help you. With their medicinal power, combined with the treatment of a skilled healing-type spirit master, you may be able to reconstruct your meridians and expel the accumulated blood clots. This is critical for your recovery."
"Please, Dad, let me have my way just this once. These two herbs are essential—for your recovery and for my growth," Tang San said with unwavering determination. Whether it was defeating the Emperor Team to overcome his inner demons, crushing the Spirit Hall Team to seize the precious resources, or standing his ground against the Spirit Hall, he needed this opportunity. If he backed down now, he knew it would only become a new demon in his heart.
"I will defeat the Spirit Hall Team, humiliate them, and once I grow strong enough, I'll destroy the Spirit Hall and avenge my mother's death!"
"Haha! Good! Good! Good!" Tang Hao burst into hearty laughter. "That's my son! If your mother knew what you were thinking, she would be proud of you!"
With a broad grin, Tang Hao declared, "Since you have such determination, then go! Enter the finals of the Continental Advanced Spirit Master Academy Tournament! I will protect you. Even if the Spirit Hall dares to play dirty, I will show them the true terror of the Clear Sky Hammer!"
"Hao-ge, but your injuries…" Tang Yuehua asked worriedly.
Tang Hao laughed. "Don't worry, Yuehua. Big Brother and the elders helped treat me. Using my full strength once in a short period won't be a problem. Besides, I am no longer part of the Clear Sky Sect, and Xiao San hasn't formally acknowledged his lineage. Even if I make a move, the Spirit Hall has no reason to retaliate against the sect."
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Shrek Academy, Private Dining Room
Inside the academy's cafeteria, Bibi Dong and Liu Erlong sat together.
Liu Erlong had given Bibi Dong a set of her own clothes to wear and had ordered some food for her.
At that moment, Bibi Dong was hunched over the table, rapidly shoveling rice into her mouth with her chopsticks. There were also dishes of braised pork, regular fish meat, and vegetables in front of her.
"Slow down, slow down. Here, have some water," Liu Erlong said, handing her a bowl of water when she noticed Bibi Dong choking.
After gulping down a few sips, Bibi Dong immediately resumed eating. Having survived on thin porridge and wild vegetables for over a year, and even resorted to scavenging garbage for months, today was the first time she had tasted real food again.
Watching Bibi Dong's pitiful state, Liu Erlong couldn't help but shake her head, a wave of sympathy rising in her heart. This is Bibi Dong, the former Pope… just how much suffering has she endured?
Patting Bibi Dong's shoulder, she asked, "Is this enough? If not, I can have them make more."
"It's enough. It's enough," Bibi Dong murmured. Looking at Liu Erlong—her love rival—treating her with such genuine concern, tears welled up in her eyes again. Choking with emotion, she said, "Thank you, Erlong. This is the first time in two years that I've had a proper meal… the first time I've been cared for. For the past two years, every person I met either beat me or cursed me. The only ones who were kind to me only did so because they wanted something in return."
Liu Erlong let out a deep sigh. "As long as you don't fight me for Xiao Gang, you can stay here. Shrek Academy isn't going to go broke feeding one more person."
"No, no! I won't fight you for Xiao Gang. I… I don't deserve him anymore." Bibi Dong quickly shook her head, then said, "Erlong… thank you for taking me in. For giving shelter to someone who has lost everything… This is the first time in my life that I've ever felt… like I had a home."
(End of Chapter)