Chapter 138 - 30

! Chapter 30: The Second Simulation Ends!A few days later, in the hidden valley where Tang Hao was hiding.Boom—!!!A massive explosion shattered the tranquility of the valley!Led by Bibi Dong, several top experts from Spirit Hall, including Chrysanthemum and Ghost Douluo, suddenly descended and launched a thunderous assault!Although Tang Hao was strong, he was ultimately outnumbered and outmatched against a well-prepared Bibi Dong—whose strength far exceeded her past self—and the siege of several Titled Douluo.He fought desperately, swinging the Clear Sky Hammer like a madman, but he was still beaten to the brink of death. Countless bones in his body were shattered, and he had only one breath left.Just as Bibi Dong was about to deliver the final blow, a flash of deep blue light appeared, barely rescuing Tang Hao from the fatal strike. It was Fu Shiyan, who had rushed over after sensing the energy fluctuations!Carrying the dying Tang Hao, Fu Shiyan used his familiarity with the terrain and exquisite movement techniques to barely escape the pursuit, arriving at the cave where Tang San was temporarily staying."Father!!"When Tang San saw Tang Hao—supported by Fu Shiyan, covered in blood, and his aura so weak it seemed it could go out at any moment—he felt as if his soul had been instantly snatched away, and his mind went blank!He rushed to Tang Hao's side, his hands trembling, yet he didn't dare touch the body covered in wounds.Tang Hao exhausted his last bit of strength to open his clouded eyes. Looking at his son, his lips quivered as he intermittently spat out sentences mixed with blood:"It's... it's Yu Xiaogang... He... he led Bibi Dong... found..."Before he could finish, Tang Hao's head slumped to the side as he completely lost consciousness, his fate unknown."Yu—Xiao—gang—!!!"Both the Tang San in the simulation and the Tang San watching simultaneously let out a heart-wrenching roar filled with endless pain, anger, and despair!An indescribable aura of violence surged into the sky from his body!His long-standing hesitation and reluctance were completely crushed in the face of the reality of his father's impending death!In their place was overwhelming hatred and murderous intent![Warning! Host's mental and emotional fluctuations detected to be violent, exceeding the simulation's carrying capacity!][Emergency termination protocol initiated!][This simulation has ended!]The cold system notification sounded in the mind of the watching Tang San.The scene before him froze on Tang San's distorted, pain-filled face overflowing with endless hatred, and on Tang Hao's dying state, before everything plunged into darkness.The cold system notification faded, and the heartbreaking scenes—his father Tang Hao's dying state and his own roar of endless hatred—receded like a tide.Tang San snapped his eyes open. What greeted him was the familiar, dilapidated roof of his home in Saint Spirit Village, with the faint scent of rust lingering in the air.He was back, having returned to reality from that cruel and realistic "future" simulation.The intense emotional shift made his chest feel tight, and his heart was still racing wildly. The heart-wrenching pain and overwhelming hatred from the simulation hadn't fully dissipated, etched deeply into his soul like a brand.He subconsciously clenched his fists, his nails digging deep into his palms. The slight sting confirmed that he had truly escaped that nightmare."Yu Xiaogang..."He whispered the name, his voice hoarse and cold, carrying a tremor that had yet to subside.Images of his dying father at the end of the simulation flashed through his mind, along with the culprit responsible for it all. An unprecedented killing intent grew wildly in his heart."You... already have a path to your own death!!!"He said these words with absolute certainty, without a hint of the hesitation or reluctance he had shown in the simulation... The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.Tang San woke up early as usual, starting the fire and washing the rice to prepare a simple breakfast for his father, Tang Hao.As he brought the boiled porridge to the table, the curtain to the inner room was pulled aside. Tang Hao walked out, yawning and rubbing his sleepy eyes, reeking of alcohol.The moment he saw Tang Hao's figure, the image of his father covered in blood, gasping for breath, and being held tightly in his father's arms cold and stiff in the simulation uncontrollably surfaced in Tang San's mind!The immense fear and sorrow doused him like ice water, instantly overwhelming him!The hand holding the bowl of porridge trembled violently, and the scalding porridge nearly spilled.Tears surged out completely uncontrollably, filling his eyes in an instant.He was, after all, only a six-year-old child. Even if his soul had lived through two lives, his carefully constructed psychological defenses became fragile when faced with the impact of a "real" memory of a loved one's potential tragic death.He was good at disguising himself and knew how to endure, but at this moment, he couldn't fake it."Papa..."A nasally, childish call—unlike the deliberately mimicked innocence of his usual self—was filled with heartfelt dependence and fear.Tang San set down the bowl and, like a frightened little beast, rushed over and tightly hugged Tang Hao's dust- and wine-stained thigh. He buried his face deep against it, his small shoulders twitching slightly. He couldn't say anything else, only repeating:"Papa... Papa..."Tang Hao was stunned by his son's sudden action.He looked down at Tang San, who was clutching him and trembling slightly. The suppressed sobbing cleared his hangover-clouded mind a bit.The fatherly love buried beneath alcohol and decadence was quietly stirred by those calls of dependence.His rough hand awkwardly rested on Tang San's head, ruffling the short blue hair. His voice was hoarse from just waking up, but he unusually softened his tone, revealing a hint of imperceptible concern:"What's wrong, Little San? Did you have a nightmare?"Feeling the warmth from his father's palm and hearing that hoarse but very real voice, Tang San's violently fluctuating emotions finally calmed down a little.He sniffled hard, forcing back his tears. He looked up, revealing a small, flushed face still streaked with tears. His voice was still choked as he whispered:"Mm... it's nothing. Just... just had a very, very scary nightmare..."He didn't dare mention the simulator, so he could only use a "nightmare" as a cover.Tang Hao watching his son's shaken and teary-eyed appearance, his heart softened for some reason.After all, this was his son, the only blood Ah Yin had left him, and the heir who possessed twin spirits and carried all his future hopes.No matter what, he had to protect him."Silly child, dreams are the opposite of reality."Tang Hao offered a rare word of comfort. Although his tone still wasn't exactly gentle, it was worlds apart from his usual coldness."Go wash your face and eat.""Okay."Tang San nodded obediently, released his hold on Tang Hao, and silently walked to the side. He splashed cold water onto his face, trying to calm himself down completely.However, beneath the surface of calm, killing intent surged like an undercurrent.For the next few days, aside from his daily chores like smithing, cooking, and gathering firewood on the mountain, Tang San immersed almost all his thoughts into one thing.How to ensure Yu Xiaogang's death!!!He repeatedly checked and oiled the mechanism of his Sleeve Arrows to ensure nothing would go wrong.He even took the opportunity while on the mountain to secretly gather several types of highly toxic and inconspicuous plants and minerals, carefully refining and mixing them into a lethal poison that kills upon contact with blood, which he then applied to his specially made small Hidden Weaponss.But he still felt it wasn't safe enough.After all, Yu Xiaogang had come from a major sect. Even if his spirit power was low, his knowledge and vigilance might not be.Furthermore, Nuoding City Junior Soul Master Academy wasn't Saint Spirit Village. It was a crowded place, and if he failed, the consequences would be unthinkable.He tried hard to recall every detail he had seen in the simulation, attempting to find a more secure and foolproof plan.Yu Xiaogang's character flaws, his possible routine at Nuoding Academy, the internal environment of the academy... any piece of information that could be exploited flashed through his mind, being combined and analyzed.This time, he would never allow the tragedy from the simulation to have any chance of repeating in reality.Yu Xiaogang must die!!!