The atmosphere was eerily quiet.
Flender, who had been full of bluster moments ago, shouting that he wasn't afraid of Dugu Bo and that Lin Xiao would pay for his blood debt, was now like a quail whose neck had been squeezed, completely silent.
He looked at Shao Xin, his eyes filled with uncertain surprise.
"Listen here, are you even speaking human words?
Lin Xiao is already a Soul Saint and can unleash battle prowess at the Titled Douluo level?
How is a mere peak Soul Saint supposed to fight him?"
Dai Mubai's eyes were about to split, his fists clenched.
"No! I don't believe it!"
"A Soul Saint at 16 years old, how is that possible?"
The more excellent Lin Xiao was, the more jealous Dai Mubai became!
Zhu Zhuqing's dismissive gaze towards him, yet the captivated look she secretly cast towards Lin Xiao behind his back, made her even more repulsive!
He was clearly the Star Luo Empire's Third Prince, and in terms of background and starting point, he far surpassed Lin Xiao. Why was there such a vast difference between them after only a few years?
But the current gap was like an insurmountable chasm...
Doesn't this prove that Zhu Zhuqing was right to abandon him? That Zhu Zhuqing was right to be infatuated with Lin Xiao?
Dai Mubai's face was twisted to the extreme.
The news brought by Shao Xin weighed on the hearts of everyone at Shrek like a massive boulder, making it difficult to breathe!
Finally, Yu Xiaogang spoke with composure:
"So what?"
These three words seemed to possess a magical quality.
Instantly, everyone at Shrek found their anchor and looked at Yu Xiaogang in unison.
Yu Xiaogang tidied his collar, cleared his throat, and then slowly said:
"No matter how strong Lin Xiao is, so what?"
"So what if he's a Titled Douluo?"
"We have Xiao San!"
Yu Xiaogang looked at Tang San with gentle eyes, filled with satisfaction and admiration for his disciple. The expectations conveyed were so strong that Tang San felt a little embarrassed.
Ever since Yu Xiaogang learned that Tang San had received the inheritance of the Asura God, his entire demeanor had undergone a massive transformation.
His chest became straighter, and his brows carried a faint, almost imperceptible arrogance.
Clearly, his status had changed.
His theories were not wrong!
He was worthy of the title Grandmaster!
This was because the disciple he had meticulously taught would be a future God!
"No matter how great Lin Xiao's talent is, he is merely invincible within the same realm, at most reaching the limits of human powerhouses!"
"But the gap between mortals and Gods is comparable to a chasm between heaven and earth!"
"Lin Xiao is just a stumbling block on Xiao San's path to growth. Once Xiao San grows up, eliminating him along with the ferocious beasts will be as easy as lifting a hand!"
Shao Xin looked at Tang San in surprise.
What had he just heard?
Yu Xiaogang actually called Tang San a future God?
Facing Shao Xin's gaze, Tang San simply smiled indifferently, with a calm demeanor.
"Heh heh, Teacher, you flatter me."
Because Shao Xin was present, Yu Xiaogang did not reveal too much.
After Shao Xin left.
Yu Xiaogang said excitedly:
"The urgent matter is to first have Xiao San acknowledge his ancestors and return to the clan!"
"With the support of the Clear Sky Sect, your growth speed, Xiao San, will also be much faster!"
Tang San frowned.
"However, I don't know much about the Clear Sky Sect. I heard that the Clear Sky Sect has sealed its mountain and closed its doors. How can I find someone from the Clear Sky Sect?"
Yu Xiaogang smiled confidently and uttered five words.
"Moon Pavilion, Tang Yuehua!"
...
Moon Pavilion
Compared to the previous prosperity, Moon Pavilion was now deserted and lonely, like a neglected wife in her boudoir.
Everything had to start with Lin Xiao's conflict with the Clear Sky Sect.
Tang Yuehua, dressed in palace attire, sat withered in the pavilion.
The courtyard was strewn with fallen red leaves, a mess all over the ground.
She had already received news that the beast tide had receded.
Qingxian, her former best friend, had shone brightly in this battle, her Nine Hearted Begonia's fame echoing across the continent.
Lin Xiao, her former "good nephew," had been even more brilliant and captivating, hailed as the continent's number one genius and the object of admiration and worship for countless young Soul Masters.
Even within Moon Pavilion.
From time to time, maidservants would discuss Lin Xiao, the light in their eyes filled with the stirrings of youthful affection.
Only herself...
Tang Yuehua felt as if she had been forgotten by the world.
The Clear Sky Sect was sealed off.
Without the support of the Clear Sky Sect behind her, without high-ranking friends like Ye Qingxian, she had instantly become insignificant.
What made her most resentful was...
Qingxian had truly severed ties with her!
Lin Xiao had truly stopped visiting her!
She had watched Lin Xiao grow up, just like Qingxian!
Why should she be blamed for the Clear Sky Sect's wrongdoings? At most, she had tacitly approved, but she could also be considered unaware, couldn't she?
"Pavilion Master, a guest has arrived at Moon Pavilion!"
"They're looking for you, a young person!"
A young person...
A flicker of excitement crossed Tang Yuehua's eyes.
Could it be Lin Xiao?
Right, she had even held him when he was little.
He was so sentimental, so attached to Qingxian, how could he abandon her?
Perhaps, this was her chance to mend her relationship with Lin Xiao!
Tang Yuehua stood up abruptly and was about to head out to greet them.
But realizing she was in a bad mood today, she had only tidied herself up casually and not dressed meticulously. Thus, she hurried back to her bedroom, took out her rouge and powder, and began to adorn herself with great care.
...
Outside the gate of Moon Pavilion.
"Teacher, what kind of person is my aunt, Tang Yuehua?"
Tang San asked Yu Xiaogang.
Yu Xiaogang pondered for a moment and replied:
"Moon Pavilion was once extremely popular, and its Pavilion Master, Tang Yuehua, was a renowned beauty. Princes and princesses, as well as many noble youths, all learned etiquette and musical instruments under her tutelage."
"However, for some reason, Moon Pavilion has gradually fallen out of favor in the past two years."
Tang San frowned.
Teaching etiquette? What use was that!
At this moment.
The grand door of Moon Pavilion suddenly opened.
A beautifully dressed woman emerged, her lips rosy, her face like a peach blossom. Every movement exuded an elegant and intellectual charm. Her eyes held surprise, and her red lips parted slightly:
"Lin..."
Seeing the unfamiliar Tang San and Yu Xiaogang.
Tang Yuehua's unfinished words came to an abrupt halt.
The disappointment in her eyes was so profound that even Tang San and Yu Xiaogang could tell.
Yu Xiaogang stepped forward and said:
"Pavilion Master Tang Yuehua, I am Yu Xiaogang, a master of Martial Soul theory. This is my disciple, Tang San."
Tang Yuehua's brow furrowed.
What were these messy people?
But then she heard the rest of Yu Xiaogang's words.
"Furthermore, Tang San is the biological son of Clear Sky Douluo, and your nephew!"
"The Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul can prove all of this!"
As he spoke, Tang San released his Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul.
Tang Yuehua's expression faltered.
Upon closer inspection, Tang San's face was dark and ordinary, and his brows and eyes truly held a few traces of his second elder brother's childhood appearance!
Past memories surged into her mind.
Her nose tingled, and tears welled up and spilled from her eyes.
"Is my second elder brother... still doing well?"
"Father is already dead!"
Tang San's deep, muffled words.
Like a heavy hammer blow, they completely crushed Tang Yuehua!
Her body suddenly swayed twice, unable to stand steadily.
The attendant beside her quickly rushed to support her.
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