Chapter 251: Has the Secret Chamber Douluo Changed?

Dai Mubai chuckled helplessly as he watched everyone leave, shaking his head while putting the head spirit bone away. Their actions had silently signaled their agreement—this spirit bone was meant for Dai Mubai.

As the team captain, Dai Mubai had essentially carried the entire All-Continent Advanced Spirit Master Academy Elite Competition on his shoulders. Moreover, Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, Xiao Wu, Dugu Yan, and Ye Lingling were all his girlfriends.

The others? Tang San, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, Huang Yuan, Jing Ling, and Jiang Zhu—they were more like spectators in comparison. Ma Hongjun had even received a spirit bone due to his fire attribute compatibility, so he was off the list.

Oscar, Huang Yuan, and the rest weren't foolish. They knew Dai Mubai was now a Spirit Douluo-level powerhouse. Why would they covet a spirit bone they couldn't protect, when maintaining a good relationship with someone like Dai Mubai was far more beneficial? With Dai Mubai's limitless potential, who wouldn't want to cling to his coattails?

Tang San: "???"

Still lying unconscious in the Shrek Academy rest area, Tang San had no idea what was happening.

If he were awake, he wouldn't hesitate to take that wind-attribute spirit bone. Even if it didn't match his attributes perfectly, he wouldn't give up such a treasure. As for the head spirit bone, he already had one, so it wasn't in his plans.

Unnoticed by anyone, Tang San remained unconscious.

Some time later, Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan passed by.

"Hmm? Isn't this Tang San, the boy with twin martial souls? Tang Hao's son!"

The news had already reached the Supreme Pontiff Hall—Tang Hao was dead, and this boy was his son.

Twin martial souls, a prodigy… but now, utterly crippled. His martial soul was shattered, and repairing it would take an unknown amount of time.

"Oh well, since Tang Hao is dead, and this boy is a cripple, I'll let him live—for now."

The real reason Yue Guan didn't kill Tang San was that Bibi Dong hadn't issued an order to do so.

"Guards! Break his legs and throw him out of Spirit City!" Yue Guan commanded.

He sneered, muttering to himself:

"Daring to oppose Young Master Dai is akin to opposing me, Yue Guan! Since Dai Gongzi won't take drastic measures, I'll do it for him!"

To Yue Guan, Dai Mubai's kindness in gifting him the Strange Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum seeds was nothing short of life-saving grace. This little task? Easy.

Two guards in silver armor stepped forward, hesitating briefly before following the order.

"CRACK!"

Tang San's scream echoed as his legs were broken. The excruciating pain jolted him awake, only for him to faint again before he could say anything.

As the guards prepared to dispose of him outside Spirit City, Yue Guan, who had walked away, suddenly returned.

"Hmm… This boy is Tang Hao's son. His talent is extraordinary. Even if he's crippled, what if he has children someday?"

Yue Guan's eyes narrowed.

"Better to ensure he's completely finished. Let's make sure Tang Hao has no descendants!"

With that, he delivered a precise kick, calibrated to cripple Tang San completely.

"AAARGH!"

Tang San woke again in agonizing pain.

Meanwhile, Dai Mubai had no idea that Yue Guan had gone so far as to extinguish even the possibility of Tang San's future offspring, indirectly preventing the births of Tang Wutong and Tang Wulin.

Then again, fate is unpredictable. Who's to say Tang San wouldn't stumble upon a miraculous opportunity, like the serendipitous events in the Valley of Love?

"Xiao Bai, what's your plan next?"

At the banquet, after several rounds of drinks and dishes, Zhao Wuji leaned toward Dai Mubai with a curious look.

Originally, they were supposed to return to the Heaven Dou Empire that day. However, Xue Qinghe had suggested giving everyone a day to rest before traveling back.

The Star Luo Empire contingent had made similar arrangements, and as the First Prince, Davis had the final say. Sitting beside Dai Mubai, Davis was equally curious about his younger brother's intentions.

"I have some important matters to attend to, so I can't return to the Star Luo Empire for now," Dai Mubai said calmly. "Big Brother, I'll write a letter for Father. I trust he'll understand. If the elders don't, give me three years—I'll make them understand."

Davis's face twitched, his eyelids fluttering. Was Dai Mubai planning to threaten the elders?

"Alright," Davis finally said, "I'll deliver your message. But remember, if you face anything you can't handle, return to the Empire. Remember—you're not alone; the entire Empire stands behind you!"

If Dai Mubai's rise to godhood required the Empire's support, it would be well worth it.

"As for Zhuqing and the others, they should return to the academy and continue their training," Dai Mubai added.

His upcoming plans weren't suitable for companions. While Zhu Zhuqing and the others were puzzled, they trusted Dai Mubai and decided to ask him privately later.

Zhao Wuji, slightly tipsy, patted Dai Mubai's shoulder.

"I won't ask what you're up to, kid. Your strength already surpasses mine. But if you need anything, come to Shrek Academy—I've got your back."

Zhao Wuji couldn't help but marvel. In less than six years, Dai Mubai had grown from a Spirit Grandmaster to a Spirit Douluo. Truly, the student had surpassed the master.

Dai Mubai's next steps were clear. He would fulfill his promise to Tang Hao by returning the Blue Silver Emperor to its people. Afterward, he would pay a visit to the Clear Sky Clan—its location conveniently recorded in Tang Hao's spatial soul tool.

But as the group approached the Heaven Dou Empire, Dai Mubai scratched his head, feeling like he'd forgotten something.

Suddenly, his eyes lit up.

"Tang San and Yu Xiaogang! After the competition ended, I don't think I noticed them…"

Yu Xiaogang hadn't attended the tournament due to his lack of qualifications and had stayed in the Shrek Academy's hotel instead. Tang San, meanwhile, had been "resting" in the Academy's area.

"Tang San is Tang Hao's son. Spirit Hall would've figured that out easily. If he stayed at the Supreme Pontiff Hall to rest, he's probably in serious trouble now."

Dai Mubai shook his head with a sigh, his thoughts trailing off.

Meanwhile, far from Spirit City, Tang San was crawling through the wilderness. His body was battered, his hatred seething, and his killing intent almost tangible.

As for Yu Xiaogang, he was in a secret chamber known to only a few.

"Bibi Dong, what are you planning? What have you done to Xiao San?" Yu Xiaogang demanded.

"I'm warning you—Tang San is Tang Hao's son. If you dare…"

(End of Chapter)