Chapter 213: Tang San Is Tortured
Tang San and Tai Tan, weary from travel, finally returned to Tiandou City.
At this moment, Tang San was incredibly anxious, deeply worried about Xiao Wu's safety.
However, when they arrived at the gates of Tiandou City, they found that the entire city was under martial law. There was a terrifying aura emanating from within the city, along with the strong scent of blood, as if a great battle was underway.
Tang San and Tai Tan exchanged a glance. "This is bad. Something has happened in Tiandou City."
Without hesitation, Tai Tan ignored the guards in front of them, grabbed Tang San's hand, and with all his strength, leapt over the city walls into Tiandou City.
The situation in Tiandou City was shocking. It was as if the city had turned into a battlefield, with fighting happening everywhere. Numerous fires were burning, and the scene looked incredibly grim.
Tang San was startled. "It seems something happened at Shrek Academy. Perhaps the chaos in Tiandou City is to capture Xiao Wu. We need to go help!"
Without a second thought, Tang San and Tai Tan rushed toward Shrek Academy.
Unfortunately, when they arrived, they found that Shrek Academy was in utter disarray. The academy had already been completely attacked, and countless people were surrounding Zhao Wujie.
But Zhao Wujie was too powerful. Not only was he a top-tier Soul Douluo, but his strength and defense were extraordinary. If it weren't for Shrek Academy, he would likely have broken out by now.
Tang San quickly shouted, "Teacher Zhao, where are Xiao Wu and my teacher?"
Zhao Wujie replied, "Just now, there was a terrifying aura from the back yard. Flender and Yu Xiaogang went there to help."
Since there was no longer any need to protect Shrek Academy, Zhao Wujie had no choice but to follow Tang San and Tai Tan to the back yard.
Unfortunately, apart from the signs of battle, there was no trace of Xiao Wu or Yu Xiaogang.
They quickly found someone who had been nearby. This person seemed to have been stunned by the pressure from the battle of Soul Douluos.
From the man's description, Tang San confirmed that Xiao Wu had been captured by a Soul Douluo, and Yu Xiaogang and the others had gone to pursue them.
Zhao Wujie quickly spoke up, "Since it was a Soul Douluo who made the move, then Flender and the others must be in great danger. We need to go help them immediately."
Tang San carefully observed the surroundings, and after assessing the situation, he spoke rapidly. "It looks like they went toward the Imperial Palace. This large-scale attack seems to be the Tiandou Royal Family targeting Shrek Academy. It's likely related to the Tiandou Royal Family."
Without hesitation, the three of them headed straight toward the Tiandou Imperial Palace.
When they reached the outer perimeter of the palace, they saw Flender and Yu Xiaogang seemingly negotiating with the palace guards, all three of them looking exceptionally anxious.
Tang San quickly approached Yu Xiaogang. "Teacher, where is Xiao Wu? What happened to her?"
Yu Xiaogang's face showed a bitter expression. "Xiao San, Xiao Wu was captured. We followed the trail, and that person seems to have entered the palace."
Tang San's face instantly turned red with fury. "What does the Tiandou Royal Family think they are doing? How dare they send someone to capture Xiao Wu?"
The palace guards shouted angrily, "How dare you! Who are you? How dare you slander the Tiandou Royal Family?"
Tang San's expression twisted with anger. "I don't care about the Tiandou Royal Family, nor do I care who's behind you. Anyone who dares to harm Xiao Wu, I will make them pay!"
With that, Tang San summoned countless Blue Silver Grass, rapidly enveloping the surrounding guards, as if he was going to tear them apart.
"If you don't want to die, tell me where Xiao Wu is!"
The immense tearing power of the Blue Silver Grass seemed like it would shred the guards apart. Moreover, the poison in the Blue Silver Grass quickly paralyzed the guard, causing immense pain.
The guard, trembling, finally spoke, "I... I'm not sure. I only saw a shadow enter the palace."
Tang San roared, "Since the Tiandou Empire dares to harm Xiao Wu, I will make them pay the price."
With a violent tug, the Blue Silver Grass ripped the guard to shreds, and Tang San rushed toward the Tiandou Imperial Palace.
Both Yu Xiaogang and Tai Tan were shocked by Tang San's actions. Attacking the Tiandou Imperial Palace like this would make it almost impossible to have a foothold in the Tiandou Empire in the future.
However, the situation was indeed dire. Especially seeing Tang San in this state—if Xiao Wu wasn't rescued, Tang San would probably fall into madness.
The three of them quickly summoned their martial souls and prepared to force their way into the palace.
Although the palace's defenses were extremely tight, with thick walls, it wasn't too difficult for Tai Tan and the others.
Flender quickly transformed into a giant Four-Eyed Cat Eagle, using his soul power to lift Tang San and the others over the palace walls and into the palace.
When they arrived at the palace square, Tang San and the others were filled with fury.
At that moment, Xiao Wu was being restrained by several people, her entire body bound by special iron chains, and her soul power completely suppressed. She appeared completely helpless.
Xue Qinghe shouted angrily, "How dare you, Tang San, invade the palace! You are disrespecting the Tiandou Royal Family, and I will show no mercy!"
Tang San's eyes were filled with rage. "You're going too far! Even if you're the prince, how dare you treat Xiao Wu like this? I will make you pay for this!"
As Tang San was about to act, two figures appeared next to Xue Qinghe. One was a thin man, and the other was a tall woman.
These two were Ghost Leopard Douluo and Ling Yuan Douluo, experts sent by Wuhun Hall to protect Prince Xue Qinghe.
Ghost Leopard Douluo shouted, "How dare these ants invade the palace and disrespect the prince? Kill them!"
Tang San's face twisted with fury, but just as he was about to strike, Yu Xiaogang quickly stopped him.
Yu Xiaogang's expression was serious as he looked at Ghost Leopard Douluo and Ling Yuan Douluo. "The Tiandou Royal Family doesn't have many Soul Douluos. Although I don't know who you are, you're definitely from Wuhun Hall."
"Especially you, the woman. If I'm not mistaken, you were the one who led the attack on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. I didn't expect that the esteemed Xue Qinghe would collude with Wuhun Hall. Don't you fear Xue Ye Emperor?"
Xue Qinghe's face showed a strange smile. "What you say is only speculation. These two are my subordinates. If you dare invade the palace, you are enemies of the Tiandou Empire. You all die today."
With that, Ghost Leopard Douluo and Ling Yuan Douluo unleashed their soul power, transforming into a massive Ghost Leopard and a Flaming Eagle. Both displayed two yellow, two purple, and five black soul rings, showing their full Soul Douluo strength.
The surrounding guards also began to attack Tang San and his group, looking quite formidable.
Tai Tan and the others shouted and quickly summoned their martial souls and soul rings.
However, with two Soul Douluos on the enemy's side and not a single Soul Douluo on their own, the strength difference was vast.
Yu Xiaogang, Flender, and Liu Erlong quickly used their martial soul fusion technique to block Ling Yuan Douluo's attacks.
Tai Tan and Zhao Wujie exchanged a glance, both summoning their martial souls and soul rings. They transformed into a huge Mighty Gorilla and a Mighty King Kong Bear, intending to fight against Ghost Leopard Douluo.
The battle immediately became intense, with ordinary soul masters unable to get close.
The massive Golden Sacred Dragon and the Flaming Eagle clashed, with the Golden Sacred Dragon releasing golden light, fighting evenly with Ling Yuan Douluo's flames.
Although Zhao Wujie and Tai Tan gave their all, they were still suppressed by Ghost Leopard Douluo.
Tang San, meanwhile, transformed into a shadow, rushing directly toward Xiao Wu, with countless Blue Silver Grass surrounding him, as if he wanted to engulf the surrounding enemies.
At that moment, Xue Qinghe appeared beside Xiao Wu, his eyes filled with disdain.
Tang San unleashed his Blue Silver Grass in a furious strike, the grass forming a massive formation with endless devouring power.
But Xue Qinghe showed no fear. He gently raised his hand, and with a soft slap, a golden energy radiated from his hand. The Blue Silver Grass around Tang San was torn apart, and Tang San himself was sent flying.
At this moment, Tang San was stunned. He never expected Xue Qinghe to be this strong, able to defeat him without even using his martial soul.
Tang San gritted his teeth, and the black Haotian Hammer appeared in his hand. He used all his strength to smash it toward Xue Qinghe.
But Xue Qinghe was completely composed, lightly tapping the hammer with his finger, sending Tang San and the Haotian Hammer flying.
Tang San immediately realized that Xue Qinghe was far stronger than he had imagined. Xue Qinghe had been hiding his strength, and he was clearly not someone Tang San could deal with.
Tang San shouted in fury, "Who are you? You're not Xue Qinghe. He's not this strong!"
Xue Qinghe sneered, "Tang San, I've been wanting to find you for a long time. It's time to settle some old scores today."
Tang San, confused, asked, "We've never interacted before. Why are you looking for me?"
Xue Qinghe replied, "I'm not looking for you. I'm looking for your father, Tang Hao. I have a blood debt to settle with him."
"But since Tang Hao hasn't shown up, I'll start by killing his son as a bit of interest."
With lightning speed, Xue Qinghe struck toward Tang San. The blow appeared ordinary, yet it contained boundless strength.
Tang San held his Haotian Hammer, using all his strength to resist, but he was still sent flying. Even with his Ghost Shadow, his speed couldn't match Xue Qinghe's.
At this moment, Tang San's eyes filled with rage. He had never been so thoroughly defeated by someone his own age.
Tang San gritted his teeth and unleashed the full power of his Haotian Hammer, especially as each time he was knocked back, it seemed to charge up for a new strike.
This was Tang San's Rainstorm Hammer, his strongest move at this stage.
But Xue Qinghe seemed completely unfazed, his expression still indifferent.
As Tang San's final strike of the Rainstorm Hammer came, the Haotian Hammer transformed into a massive black dragon, speeding toward Xue Qinghe.
But Xue Qinghe's eyes showed disdain as his hand radiated endless golden light, and the light collided with the massive black dragon. In a single hit, Tang San was sent flying once more.
This time, Tang San had used all his strength. Not only was his Haotian Hammer shattered, but he also sustained a severe wound to his abdomen. Blood poured from his mouth, and it was clear he had been badly injured.
Xue Qinghe sneered, "This Haotian Hammer is nothing. The so-called number one weapon martial soul is nothing. Your Haotian Sect is just a group of rats, like your dead father, Tang Hao."
Tang San's eyes filled with fury. "Xue Qinghe, you're courting death! I won't let you insult my father!"
Xue Qinghe's face showed disdain. "Isn't it true? Tang Hao has been hiding for so many years, and hasn't dared to show his face in the soul master world. As for you, you're just Tang Hao's bastard. I don't believe that if you die, Tang Hao won't step forward."
At that moment, a giant hammer fell from the sky, heading straight for Xue Qinghe. A domineering voice echoed from the heavens.
"You cowardly wretch! How dare you insult my Haotian Hammer? Let me show you what the true Haotian Hammer is!"
(END CHAPTER)
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