Chapter 286: The Challenge Letter
Yang Xiong looked at all the elders of the Body Sect. Clearly, this was a time of great struggle, especially as they had all reached the level of Title Douluo, and naturally, they were eager to make a name for themselves.
On the battlefield, with their strength, even a small display could make them famous across the world and possibly change the course of the battle.
Yang Xiong thought for a moment before speaking. "The war has already begun. Since our Body Sect is located in the Tiandou Empire, it's time for us to join this war."
"However, we cannot mobilize everyone. The sect still needs to be guarded, so at least one person needs to stay behind to protect it. Do any of you have suggestions?"
The four grand elders exchanged glances, and then everyone looked toward Long Gong Meng Shu.
Whether it was Lin Gong, Bai He, or Yang Wudi, all of them had a deep, bloody hatred with the Spirit Hall, and for many years, they had been training hard to take revenge. On the other hand, Long Gong Meng Shu, although having some conflicts with the Spirit Hall, had not been overly targeted over the years, and he had also been in charge of the Body Academy.
Long Gong thought for a moment before speaking. "Sect Master, since someone needs to stay behind to protect the sect, my wife and I will remain here and continue to teach the students of the academy."
Yang Xiong nodded. "Alright, Lin Gong, Yang Wudi, Bai He, you three elders, start preparing. This time, we can send half of our sect's forces. Of course, it depends on whether the individuals are willing to go to the front lines."
"This time, Big Elder Lin Gong will lead the operation at the front, with Second Elder Yang Wudi and Fourth Elder Bai He assisting. You will have access to all of the sect's resources, whether it's pills, supplies, or weapons."
"But I still want to emphasize to everyone: no matter how fiercely you fight on the front lines, how you battle against the Spirit Hall, I want all of you to return alive. I hope that the sect's losses will be minimized."
Everyone became serious. "Thank you, Sect Master, we will make sure the Body Sect's name is known throughout the world."
Lin Gong then asked, somewhat puzzled. "Sect Master, this is the first time the Body Sect is engaging in such a large-scale operation. Won't you personally oversee it?"
Yang Xiong smiled. "I have some matters to attend to. Once I've taken care of them, I'll join you."
"Remember, whether it's facing Haotian Sect or the Tiandou Royal Family, the Body Sect is not weaker than them. If there's any unreasonable arrangement, you can refuse it. Everyone's lives must come first."
Afterward, everyone quickly discussed the details and division of responsibilities, including the main soul masters being sent out and the personnel who would stay behind. Even some of the Body Academy's teachers and well-performing students would go to the frontlines.
After the others left, only Oscar, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wushuang, and Shui Binger remained.
Oscar, somewhat confused, spoke up. "Brother Xiong, do I go with them to the front lines too? Is there anything you need help with?"
Yang Xiong shook his head. "My matters are a bit more special, Oscar. Since you are the vice-sect master of the Body Sect, you should show your own strength and presence."
"You will follow Teacher Lin Gong, and it will be a good opportunity for you to learn how to manage the sect."
"Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, Shui Binger, this war is very important for all of you as well. I hope you three can show your abilities. The Thunder Canyon originally had nine peaks, but now there are four mountains that have not been taken. You should show yourselves and quickly advance to Title Douluo level. At that point, you will have the potential to become elders of the sect."
Once everything was arranged, the entire Body Sect began to move with great confidence, preparing to make their mark in the coming war.
Yang Xiong, on the other hand, stood at the top of the main peak, waiting for the upcoming battle.
Ever since the Shura God had given the Fourth Trial, Yang Xiong had a vague feeling that the battle letter from ten years ago was about to be fulfilled. With Qian Renxue's strong personality, she definitely wanted to defeat him and avenge the past.
Sure enough, just a few days later, a massive fire eagle flew into the Body Sect, exuding the presence of a Title Douluo.
It was the Spirit Hall's Lingyuan Douluo. Now that the war had begun, Lingyuan Douluo dared to come to the Body Sect, which showed quite a bit of courage.
Yang Xiong and the elders sat in the main hall, curious about why Lingyuan Douluo had come.
Compared to their previous meetings, Lingyuan Douluo seemed very serious this time, even showing a hint of arrogance.
Yang Wudi could not help but shout angrily. "How dare you come to the Body Sect! People from the Spirit Hall have such big guts. Don't you fear that we might keep you here?"
Lingyuan Douluo snorted coldly. "I'm not here to provoke you or start a war. I've come on the orders of the young lady to deliver a message."
After saying that, Lingyuan Douluo took out a golden booklet from their robes and waved it, sending it to Yang Xiong.
"Yang Xiong, you sent a challenge letter to our young lady back then. She has said that seven days from now, at the top of the Two Peaks Mountain, she hopes you'll be there on time for the duel."
Yang Xiong smiled slightly. "Tell your master that I will be there for the battle in seven days. I only hope she doesn't surrender without a fight."
Lingyuan Douluo's face showed a hint of anger, but they didn't say anything more. They summoned the fire eagle and left the Body Sect.
Yang Wudi and the others clearly understood Yang Xiong's strength and looked at each other in confusion.
"Sect Master, this Qian Renxue is too arrogant. How could she dare challenge you? Does she think she can surpass you in just a few years?"
Yang Xiong smiled. "Five years ago, Qian Renxue was already at Soul Douluo level. Based on talent alone, she is probably the strongest on the Douluo Continent, even surpassing Tang Chen and Tang San."
"Not only does she have the Six-Winged Angel martial soul, but she also has innate soul power at level twenty. She's truly a genius. It seems like she's challenging me now for another reason."
Yang Xiong was very aware that when he displayed his strength in the Star Dou Forest, Qian Daoliu and Qian Renxue must have reported back to her.
Given Qian Renxue's competitive personality, she was currently undergoing the Angel's Nine Trials. Based on her progress, she must have completed at least five or six trials, if not more. Her strength was certainly enough to defeat both Qian Jun Douluo and Jiang Mo Douluo. Otherwise, she wouldn't dare to challenge at this moment.
According to what the Shura God had told him, the trials from here on out were less about ability and more about making choices. That meant there would definitely be a crucial decision to make, and it would have significant consequences.
Yang Xiong sat quietly at the peak of the Thunder Canyon, waiting for the upcoming duel.
In Spirit Hall, Bibi Dong seemed somewhat angry. She entered the Douluo Hall where Qian Renxue sat beneath the Angel statue, while Bibi Dong stood at the center of the hall.
"Do you know what you're doing? You should know Yang Xiong's strength by now. Although he hasn't reached Title Douluo, he's probably around level 98. Isn't this like hitting a rock with an egg?"
Qian Renxue didn't even open her eyes. "Bibi Dong, I'll handle my matters. I don't need you to intervene. I hope you respect my decision."
Bibi Dong snorted. "What kind of decision is this? It's completely wrong. I know you're undergoing the Angel God's inheritance trials. Why don't you complete all the trials first? Once you become the Angel God, Yang Xiong won't be a problem. Why challenge him now?"
Qian Renxue opened her eyes and looked at Bibi Dong. "Bibi Dong, this is your dark nature. You never think of facing your enemies head-on, but always scheme. You're only concerned with power and ambition. Someone with such selfishness isn't worthy of being the Emperor of the Spirit Hall."
Bibi Dong's face grew cold. "You're direct, but don't forget you've already lost to Yang Xiong once. If you lose again, your once-in-a-lifetime talent will be a joke. And don't forget, Yang Xiong is much younger than you."
Qian Renxue's face showed a trace of resentment. "It's because I lost once that I won't lose to anyone again. Not Yang Xiong, and certainly not you."
"I also know your little scheme. You want to hunt the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Blue Bull Python, but Yang Xiong ruined your plan. You never imagined that ten years ago, Yang Xiong was just a Soul Scholar, and now he can stand against you. You must regret letting the tiger go back then, right?"
Bibi Dong's face shifted slightly. "This isn't me letting the tiger go. It was you who kept the tiger, and because you said I should let Yang Xiong solve things on his own, I didn't stop him. How could I have allowed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's genius to reach this level?"
Qian Renxue was silent for a moment before speaking. "Don't worry. I'll deal with Yang Xiong, and I'll do it openly. You don't need to use any tricks."
Bibi Dong ignored Qian Renxue and looked at Qian Daoliu.
"Grand Elder, are you going to let your granddaughter do as she pleases? Aren't you afraid that she'll lose to Yang Xiong? Aren't you afraid Yang Xiong will become the greatest enemy of the Spirit Hall?"
Qian Daoliu's face remained calm. "Bibi Dong, I trust Xiao Xue. I believe she will defeat her opponent with her own strength. I trust Xiao Xue is a qualified Judgment Elder."
Seeing Qian Renxue's firm attitude and Qian Daoliu's confident demeanor, Bibi Dong could only leave the Douluo Hall in frustration.
Six days later, Yang Xiong had almost sorted everything out and directly flew to Two Peaks Mountain, the place where the final battle of soul masters would take place.
Oscar and Yang Wudi, among others, wanted to go with him, at least to prevent him from being ambushed, but Yang Xiong refused.
Yang Xiong knew Qian Daoliu and Qian Renxue's personalities well. If Qian Renxue wanted to challenge him, she would do so openly without any underhanded tactics. If she didn't, she wouldn't be worthy of being the inheritor of the Angel God.
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